Why in NEWS On World Crocodile Day (June 17), India commemorated 50 years of its Crocodile Conservation Project (CCP) (1975–2025), with Odisha at the forefront, hosting all three native crocodilian species in the wild. Key Terms/Concepts Term Simple Explanation Crocodile Conservation Project (CCP) A 1975 initiative to protect India’s crocodiles via captive breeding, habitat protection […]
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Why in NEWS India’s Prime Minister visited Cyprus — the first by an Indian PM in 23 years — to deepen ties in energy security, counterterrorism cooperation, and India–EU strategic alignment. Key Terms/Concepts Term Simple Explanation Bilateral Relations Diplomatic ties and cooperation between two countries Energy Security Ensuring a reliable and affordable supply of energy […]
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Why in NEWS? India is considering amending the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLNDA), 2010 to reduce accident-related penalties on nuclear equipment suppliers.This move aims to revive stalled nuclear power projects and attract foreign investments, particularly from countries like the United States and France, in order to meet India’s clean energy goals. Key Terms/Concepts […]
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Why in NEWS The 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France adopted the declaration “Our Ocean, Our Future: United for Urgent Action”, reinforcing commitments to SDG 14: Life Below Water and addressing the Triple Planetary Crisis — climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Key Terms/Concepts Term Simple Explanation SDG 14 UN goal to conserve […]
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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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Why in NEWS Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion” targeting Iran’s nuclear and military sites. In response, Iran retaliated with “Operation True Promise 3”, firing ballistic missiles at Israel. This marks a severe escalation in one of the Middle East’s most entrenched rivalries. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Operation Rising Lion Israeli airstrikes on Iranian […]
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Why in News Indian Navy and UK Royal Navy conducted a joint Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea, boosting maritime cooperation and strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific. Key Terms and Concepts Term/Concept Details PASSEX A joint naval drill between friendly navies during intersecting deployments to enhance interoperability and tactical coordination. INS Tabar Talwar-class […]
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