1. Chandrayaan-3 and the ChaSTE Experiment: A Leap in Lunar Science - Science and Technology Why in News? ChaSTE (Chandra's Surface Thermophysical Experiment), onboard Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram Lander, has achieved a global first by measuring in situ temperature profiles...

1. Why India Must Prioritize Air Quality in Its Development Agenda - Environment Why in the News? Air pollution in India has evolved from a seasonal concern to a chronic public health emergency. Frequent smog episodes, rising respiratory illnesses, and school closures...

1. Tribhuvandas Patel and the Cooperative Movement: Legacy of Rural Empowerment - History & Culture Why in News? The Lok Sabha has passed a bill to establish the Tribhuvan Sahkari University in Anand, Gujarat, named after Tribhuvandas Patel, the pioneer of India’s...

1. Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project: Himachal’s Power Push - Environment Why in News? The Parbati-II Hydroelectric Project, a major run-of-the-river hydroelectric power initiative, is under construction in Sainj, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. Once operational, it...

1. Calls for GST 2.0 Grow Stronger Amidst Compliance Challenges and Refund Delays - Economy Why in News? A recent report to Parliament has prompted the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) to recommend a comprehensive overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system....

1. India's Cotton Crisis – From Self-Sufficiency to Import Dependence - Economy Why in News? India, once the world’s largest cotton producer and exporter, is now witnessing a sharp decline in cotton production, leading to a dependence on imports. This reversal is not...

1. India’s Push into the Deep Sea: A Strategic and Economic Imperative - Science and Technology Why in News? India successfully completed the wet testing of its Matsya-6000 submersible, capable of diving 6,000 meters (6 km) under the ocean surface. This is a key...

1. Judicial Appointments in India – Evolution, Challenges, and the NJAC Verdict - Polity Why in News? A large stash of cash was recently found at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma, sparking debate on judicial accountability and reforms in...

1. Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) - Science and Technology Why in News? Recently, parties to the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) convened in Rome for the 20th meeting (CGRFA-20), highlighting global...

1. Heat Action Plans (HAPs) - Environment Why in News? Hyderabad has been officially recognized as an Urban Heat Island (UHI) in the Telangana Socio-Economic Outlook 2025. Temperatures in urban areas are significantly higher than surrounding rural regions, raising...