Why in NEWS The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has announced a revision in the GDP base year from 2011–12 to 2022–23, with data set to be released on February 27, 2026. The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) base year will also shift to 2022–23, and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to 2023–24. […]
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Why in NEWS The Tea Board of India has amended the Bharat Auction model rules for pan-India tea auctions, based on recommendations from the Ramaseshan Committee. The move aims to ensure better price discovery and protect the interests of tea sellers in the country. Key Concepts Simplified Term Meaning Bharat Auction Model A pan-India electronic […]
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Why in NEWS The NASA-ISRO SAR (NISAR) satellite has arrived at ISRO’s spaceport in Sriharikota for launch. This landmark Earth-observation mission will scan nearly all land and ice surfaces of the planet twice every 12 days, providing unparalleled data on environmental changes. Key Concepts Simplified Term Meaning NISAR NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar satellite – a […]
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Why in NEWS On 17th June 2025, observed globally as World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) released the revised Green India Mission (GIM) plan for 2021–2030. The revision aims to enhance India’s climate resilience and carbon sink targets through ecosystem-based forest restoration. Key Concepts Simplified […]
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Why in NEWS The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has capped tariffs charged to Public Data Offices (PDOs) under the PM-WANI scheme to ensure affordable public Wi-Fi access. ISPs and TSPs cannot charge PDOs more than twice their retail broadband rate for plans up to 200 Mbps, balancing affordability with fair provider compensation. Key […]
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Why in NEWS The subordinate judiciary, which handles 87.5% of India’s total cases, is overwhelmed by vacancies, case backlogs, and outdated systems, creating significant economic bottlenecks. Countries like Singapore and Kenya have shown how judicial reforms can fuel economic progress. Key Concepts Simplified Term Meaning Subordinate Judiciary Lower courts functioning under the High Court, including […]
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Why in NEWS Recent fire and sinking incidents of merchant vessels off Kerala’s coast have sparked debate over global shipping liability and India’s limited legal cover to claim damages. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation IMO (International Maritime Organization) UN agency that sets global standards for safety, pollution control, and liability in shipping. Ballast Water […]
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Why in NEWS Following the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad, severely damaged human remains were identified using DNA analysis — now the gold standard in disaster victim identification. Key Terms Explained Term Meaning DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) Hereditary material in nearly every human cell that carries genetic instructions DNA Profiling Scientific process of […]
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Why in NEWS The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has recovered black boxes from the crash site of an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner in Ahmedabad. What are Black Boxes and How Do They Work? Aspect Details Inventor Dr. David Warren, Australia (1954); made mandatory in 1960 Components Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) and Cockpit […]
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Why in NEWS The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has cancelled the license of Celebi Aviation, a Turkish ground-handling firm operating at major Indian airports. The move follows Turkey’s public support for Pakistan after India’s Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation BCAS Bureau of […]
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