The IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) Table-Top Exercise (TTX) 2026
Source: TOI Summary Context: The IONS Maritime Exercise (IMEX) Table-Top Exercise (TTX) 2026 represents a critical pillar of India’s maritime diplomacy. Hosted by the Indian Navy at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi, this exercise serves as a strategic…
The Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026
Context: The Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026, notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), represent a landmark shift in India’s environmental policy. By superseding the decade-old 2016 framework, these rules move…
Exercise Dweep Shakti
Source: TOI Summary Context: Exercise Dweep Shakti is a high-intensity, tri-service military drill that serves as a testament to India’s integrated combat power. Conducted in the strategically vital Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the exercise focuses on…
The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026
Context: The introduction of the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha marks a watershed moment in India’s internal security architecture. Aimed at codifying the administrative hierarchy of the CAPFs, the Bill…
Morung Education System
Source: ET Summary Context: The Morung system recently gained national attention after being highlighted by the Prime Minister in the 132nd edition of Mann Ki Baat. It serves as a vital institution for the Naga tribes, bridging the gap between ancestral…
The Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC)
Source: PIB Context: The Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC) is a major structural reform in India’s scientific governance. Established to break down silos in the biotech sector, it aims to create a unified powerhouse capable of driving…
The Great Indian Bustard (Ghorad)
Source: News on Air Context: The GIB (Ardeotis nigriceps) is the flagship species of India’s dry grasslands. It is often compared to an ostrich due to its size and ground-dwelling nature, yet it remains one of the heaviest flying birds on Earth.…
The IT Rules Amendment 2025
Context: The proposed changes to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 (notified under Section 79 of the IT Act, 2000) aim to streamline content removal but have raised significant concerns…
UDAN Scheme Revamp 2026
Context: The Union Cabinet has approved a revamped UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme with a total outlay of ₹28,840 crore, marking a major shift in India’s regional aviation policy. Overview of UDAN Scheme Parameter Details Full Form Ude Desh Ka Aam…
Reform Express Initiative
Source: PIB Context: The Reform Express Initiative is a major reform package announced by the Ministry of Railways in 2026 to modernise Indian Railways’ cargo and passenger services. It focuses on improving efficiency, transparency, and user experience.…