In News  The cosmic phenomenon known as “Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement (STEVE) made a surprise appearance after a huge solar storm hit Earth. About STEVE Phenomenon STEVE first appeared in the sky in 2017 and has been appearing often since. There is evidence to support the claim that the phenomenon has been visible in […]

In News  The Indian Army has started the process of procurement of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology developed by a Bengaluru-based cybersecurity company by issuing a commercial Request for Proposal (RFP). Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology About: It is primarily a mechanism to undertake secure communication, which utilises a cryptographic protocol involving various components of […]

Context  As India is celebrating 75 years of Independence, the police continue to be in the public gaze, most often for antagonistic reasons.  Constitutional provisions: Police is an exclusive subject under the State List (List II, Schedule 7 of the Constitution). However, the centre is also allowed to maintain its own police forces to assist […]

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 Chinese tracking vessel reaches Sri Lanka port (International Relations ) Kow about Yuan Wang 5 and why is it a cause of concern for India and the US ? GS 3 8 Stepping back from an ecological abyss (Environment) Know about […]

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 5 As its spy ship docks in Sri Lanka port, Beijing says: ‘This is life’ (International Relations )   What is  Yuan Wang 5? India’s concerns related to it .   GS 3 5   Delhi Police in RTI reply: 80% match […]

In News Recently, on the occasion of Independence Day address to the nation, the PM of India paid tribute to women freedom fighters for showing the world the true meaning of India’s “Nari shakti”.  Rani Laxmibai The queen of the princely state of Jhansi, Rani Laxmibai is known for her role in the 1857 revolt.  […]

In News Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) instituted a framework for regulating the digital lending landscape in the country.  About Digital Lending Digital Lending: Digital lending utilises automated technologies and algorithms for decision making, customer acquisition, disbursements and recovery.  Not only does it lower costs but also ensures speedy disbursal.  Digital lenders are […]

In News The integration of Northeast India into mainstream Indian life has been on the national agenda from the very start of India’s journey as an independent nation. Background British Assam was virtually the entire Northeast of today, excluding two kingdoms, Tripura and Manipur. In these kingdoms too, though no Inner Line was introduced, the […]

In News Recently, the Chief Justice of India said fundamental duties in the Constitution are not merely to serve a “pedantic or technical” purpose.  CJI’s opinion Our Constitution is the fundamental document that regulates the relationship between the citizens and the government.  While it has granted us inalienable rights, it places upon us certain fundamental […]

In News Paris New Year (also called Navroz) is celebrated every year on August 16 by the Parsi Community.  Parsi New Year/ Navroz About: Navroz or Nowruz is an Iranian and Persian New year. The word ‘now’ means ‘new’ and ruz means ‘day’. Therefore, the word literally translates to a new day.’  It is celebrated […]