News: Union Minister of Ports received India’s third VLGC “Shivalik” under the Indian flag at Visakhapatnam Port, marking a national maritime milestone. About Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) “Shivalik” ‘Shivalik’ is a Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), which is a sub-class of gas carriers designed to transport a much higher volume of gas. It joined… Continue reading Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) “Shivalik”
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Dhvani Missile
News: DRDO is preparing to test the Dhvani hypersonic missile, which is expected to significantly enhance India’s strategic capabilities. About Dhvani Missile It is a Hypersonic Glide Vehicle that is launched to extreme altitude and then glides at hypersonic speed toward its target with high maneuverability. This glide profile makes the missile very difficult to… Continue reading Dhvani Missile
Exercise KONKAN-25
News: Exercise KONKAN-25 began on 05 Oct 2025 off India’s western coast and will run in two phases from 05–12 Oct 2025. About Exercise KONKAN-25 It is an annual bilateral naval between India and the United Kingdom. Origin: First exercise was held in year 2004. 2025 Venue: The exercise is being conducted off the western coast… Continue reading Exercise KONKAN-25
Baratang Island
News: India’s only mud volcano at Baratang in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands erupted on October 2 after over two decades of dormancy. About Baratang Island Location: It lies in the North and Middle Andaman district, nearly 150 km from Port Blair. Ranchiwalas Island is another name for Baratang Island. This island is inhabited mainly… Continue reading Baratang Island
Amazon’s ‘Flying Rivers’
News: Scientists warn that Amazon’s “flying rivers” are weakening with tree loss, raising drought risks for regions that depend on this rainfall-driven moisture transport. About Amazon’s ‘Flying Rivers’ “Flying rivers” are vast streams of water vapour generated by the rainforest and Atlantic evaporation that flow across the Amazon basin. This natural phenomenon spans eight Latin… Continue reading Amazon’s ‘Flying Rivers’
NATO Pipeline System (NPS)
News: Poland has announced that it will join NATO Pipeline System (NPS) amid rising tensions with Russia. About NATO Pipeline System (NPS) Purpose: The NPS is designed to ensure that NATO’s requirements for petroleum products and their distribution can be met at all times. Origin: It was set up during the Cold War. Scale: In… Continue reading NATO Pipeline System (NPS)
PM-SETU Scheme
News: On October 4, the Prime Minister launched PM-SETU, a centrally sponsored scheme to upgrade 1,000 Government ITIs. About PM-SETU Scheme Full Form: Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs. It modernizes government ITIs through a hub-and-spoke model to align skilling with market demand. Type of Scheme: Centrally sponsored scheme (government-owned but industry-managed… Continue reading PM-SETU Scheme
Lecanemab Drug
News: Recently, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration approved lecanemab (Leqembi) for early Alzheimer’s disease. About Lecanemab Drug It is a disease-modifying immunotherapy for early Alzheimer’s disease. Aim: It aims to address underlying disease processes rather than only relieve symptoms. It may slow progression in some people with an early diagnosis. It is not a cure and… Continue reading Lecanemab Drug
United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025
News: The Indian Army will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi from October 14–16, 2025. About United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025 It is a unique forum where the collective experience, wisdom, and commitment of militaries and nations will converge to deliberate the shared responsibility… Continue reading United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025
Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP)
News: Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), Phase-III. About Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) It provides opportunities to early, intermediate, and senior researchers to build research and academic careers in biomedical, clinical, and public health fields in India. Ministry involved: The Department of Biotechnology and Ministry of… Continue reading Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP)
