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The Artemis-2 Mission sent a crew of 4 astronauts beyond low-earth orbit for the first time since 1972. It aims to prove the whole system works as designed & accelerate plans to land U.S. astronauts on the moon amid increasing competition from China. Table of Content What is the Artemis Program? What are the objectives… Continue reading ARTEMIS PROGRAM – Objective & Significance – Explained Poinwtise

India with its agricultural tradition and diverse climate, holds immense potential for the food processing sector. This industry is not only a cornerstone for the country’s economic growth but is also pivotal for ensuring food security, reducing wastage, enhancing farmers’ incomes and providing employment opportunities. In order to achieve a developed nation status in the… Continue reading Food Processing Sector-Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise

On April 6, 2026, India achieved a major milestone in its nuclear programme as the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu reached criticality-successfully sustaining a controlled nuclear fission chain reaction for the first time. With this, India joins a select group of nations with advanced fast breeder reactor technology, and once fully operational,… Continue reading India’s Nuclear Energy Program- Explained Pointwise

The buffer stock is a core component of India’s food management policy, acting as an economic safety net for both farmers and consumers. It represents the strategic reserve of food grains held by the government to manage shortages, stabilize market prices, and ensure adequate food supply, particularly for vulnerable populations. Table of Content  Introduction Buffer… Continue reading Buffer Stock – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

India faces frequent extreme weather events, with over 75% of districts vulnerable to multiple hazards. To address gaps in forecasting, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has developed the Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MHEW-DSS) under Mission Mausam, enabling proactive, impact-based early warnings. This article examines the objectives of MHEW-DSS, its key features, sectoral impact,… Continue reading India’s Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (MHEW-DSS)- Explained Pointwise

Forest fires in India in the first two months of 2026 have increased by more than 80% compared with trends over the past decade since 2014. When compared with 2024, the warmest year on record, fire activity in forested regions was over 50% higher in early 2026. The concern is not limited to the number… Continue reading Forest Fires in India- Explained Pointwise

The Supreme Court recently directed 19 appellate tribunals – headed by former Chief Justices and High Court judges to adjudicate pleas related to voter inclusion and exclusion during West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with over 60 lakh objections filed. This highlights the critical role tribunals play in upholding democratic processes and… Continue reading Tribunals in India- Explained Pointwise

India’s rural housing mission has completed a decade of transformation, with Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana- Gramin (PMAY-G) growing into one of the most ambitious social welfare programmes in the country’s history. With a cumulative target of 4.95 crore houses by 2029, rural housing has become a cornerstone of India’s Viksit Bharat vision. This article examines… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G): Impact and Challenges- Explained Pointwise