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CONTEXT OF THE NEWS The Government has revised the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, introducing new timelines and caps for EV incentives to strengthen India’s transition toward clean mobility. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN WHAT IS PM E-DRIVE SCHEME? PM E-DRIVE (Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement): A flagship scheme aimed at accelerating Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption and […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS Around 20,000 Olive Ridley turtle eggs have been successfully conserved at Hope Island (Kakinada Bay, Andhra Pradesh) using the in-situ conservation method, ensuring safe nesting and protection. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN What is In-situ Conservation? In-situ Conservation: Protection of species within their natural habitat. ABOUT OLIVE RIDLEY TURTLES (ORTs) Basic Features Habitat […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS A Great Indian Bustard (GIB) chick was successfully hatched in Gujarat’s Kutch using the innovative “jumpstart approach”, marking a first-of-its-kind conservation milestone in India. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN What is the “Jumpstart Approach”? Jumpstart Approach: A conservation technique where a fertile egg from a captive breeding center is placed in a wild […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in its March 2026 report highlighted India’s strong regulatory actions against Offshore Virtual Asset Service Providers (oVASPs) to curb money laundering and terror financing. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN What are Offshore Virtual Asset Service Providers (oVASPs)? oVASPs: Crypto-related service providers operating outside India but serving Indian […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS A recent study on Chennai’s beach sediments found that although overall microplastic levels are lower than global averages, the dominance of nylon fibres poses a serious ecological threat. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN What are Microplastics? Microplastics: Plastic particles less than 5 mm in size. Types of Microplastics Type Definition Examples Primary Intentionally […]

Orange Economy | AI Skilling | MyWAVES Platform CONTEXT OF THE NEWS The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has launched three transformative initiatives: These initiatives aim to strengthen India’s Orange Economy, build a future-ready workforce, and democratize digital access across India. This move is part of India’s strategy to become a global hub for digital […]

Can creativity become India’s next economic powerhouse? Economy CONTEXT OF THE NEWS The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has launched three transformative initiatives: These initiatives aim to strengthen India’s Orange Economy, build a future-ready workforce, and democratize digital access across India. This move is part of India’s strategy to become a global hub for digital […]

Agri-Photovoltaics | PM-KUSUM | Renewable Energy & Agriculture CONTEXT OF THE NEWS The Union Budget 2026-27 nearly doubled allocation to PM-KUSUM scheme to ₹5,000 crore, signalling a major push for solarisation of agriculture.In this context, Agri-Photovoltaics (AgriPV) is gaining attention as a solution to balance food security and renewable energy expansion. BACKGROUND India is targeting: […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS Every year on 23rd March, India observes Shaheed Diwas to honor the sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, who were executed by the British in 1931. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN What is Shaheed Diwas? Shaheed Diwas: A day to commemorate the sacrifice of martyrs who gave their lives for India’s independence. […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS The United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME) released its 2025 Report, highlighting a slowdown in global child survival progress, while recognizing India as a global exemplar. BACKGROUND NEWS BREAKDOWN Key Definitions (VERY IMPORTANT) GLOBAL HIGHLIGHTS (UN IGME 2025) 1. Global Burden of Child Deaths 2. Regional Concentration […]