9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Brief 31 Jan, 2024
Dear Friends,
We have initiated some changes in the 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Brief 23 Jan, 2024 and other postings related to current affairs. What we sought to do:
- Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you.
- We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than enough and adds value not just for GS but also for essay writing. Hence, the 9 PM brief now covers the following newspapers:
- The Hindu
- Indian Express
- Livemint
- Business Standard
- Times of India
- Down To Earth
- PIB
- We have also introduced the relevance part to every article. This ensures that you know why a particular article is important.
- Since these changes are new, so initially the number of articles might increase, but they’ll go down over time.
- It is our endeavor to provide you with the best content and your feedback is essential for the same. We will be anticipating your feedback and ensure the blog serves as an optimal medium of learning for all the aspirants.
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Third Battle of Panipat (1761)
News- The Chief Minister of Maharashtra described the Third Battle of Panipat as a symbol of Maratha valor during a discussion in the State Assembly. About Third Battle of Panipat (1761) The Third Battle of Panipat, fought on 14 January 1761, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the 18th century. Location: Panipat,… Continue reading Third Battle of Panipat (1761)
[UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #14: Suman Sharma Board, PSIR Optional, Gujarat Home State, Computer Gaming & ESports Hobbies
Date of interview: 24 March, 2025 (Afternoon session, first to go) Board: Suman Sharma Optional: PSIR Home State: Gujarat Background: B.Com Key DAF details: B.Com, Kutch, Gujarat, PSIR, Computer Gaming & ESports Duration: Around 27-28 minutes. To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2024, visit this page Chairman Chairperson: Mentioned my basic details but didn’t asked for… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #14: Suman Sharma Board, PSIR Optional, Gujarat Home State, Computer Gaming & ESports Hobbies
Samarth Incubation Program
News- The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) recently launched the ‘Samarth’ incubation program. About Samarth Incubation Program Objective: The programme is designed to support startups working in areas such as telecom software, cybersecurity, 5G and 6G technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and quantum technologies. The initiative aims to foster sustainable… Continue reading Samarth Incubation Program
Senkaku Islands
News- Japan has expressed strong concerns over the extended presence of Chinese Coast Guard vessels near the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea. About Senkaku Islands Location: The Senkaku Islands are an uninhabited group of 8 islands situated in the East China Sea. Current Control: The islands are currently administered and controlled by… Continue reading Senkaku Islands
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
News- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park has become India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples of wildlife. About Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park Location– It is situated in Darjeeling, in the Indian state of West Bengal. Features: It is the largest high altitude zoo in India. It specializes in breeding animals adapted to alpine conditions.… Continue reading Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles, 27th March 2025
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles, 27th March 2025
[UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #13: Bidyut Behari Swain Board, Physics Optional, Kerala Home State, story writing
Date of Interview: 24-03-2025 Session: Afternoon 5th to go Board: Bidyut Behari Swain Optional: Physics Home State: Kerala Keywords: Kerala, Canada, IIT Madras, malayalam story writing, Geopolitics, Astronomy (Rest of Daf is not relevant). To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2024, visit this page Chairman 1) So you write stories. Do you know MT Vasudevan Nair? Tell… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #13: Bidyut Behari Swain Board, Physics Optional, Kerala Home State, story writing
[UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #12: Sanjay Verma Board, Tamilnadu Home State, Painting Hobby
Date of Interview: 24/03/2025 Board: Sanjay Verma Sir Home State: Tamilnadu Hobby: Painting DAF details: Tamilnadu, Neyveli, Agriculture graduate, Painting, Plastic plogging Duration: About 30 minutes To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2024, visit this page Chairman 1.You have completed your UG in 2020.Are you working? 2.Why have you not pursued your masters?It would have enriched your… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #12: Sanjay Verma Board, Tamilnadu Home State, Painting Hobby
[UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #11: Sanjay Verma Board, Geography Optional, Mechanical engineering, Cricket Hobby
Date of Interview: 20/03/2025 Board: Sanjay Verma sir Optional: Geography Background: Mechanical engineering Hobby: Cricket Keywords: Prayagraj, Animes, Geography, Mechanical engineering, Composites, . To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2024, visit this page Chairman Q1- What will agriculture become after 50 years? Q2- Explain from a demand side perspective. Q3- What will be India’s population… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2024] – Transcript #11: Sanjay Verma Board, Geography Optional, Mechanical engineering, Cricket Hobby
Judicial misconduct needs transparent and accountable investigation
Source: The post Judicial misconduct needs transparent and accountable investigation has been created, based on the article “How is an in-house inquiry conducted?” published in “The Hindu” on 26th March 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- Governance-Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies. Context: A fire at the residence… Continue reading Judicial misconduct needs transparent and accountable investigation
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