India and Seychelles share a longstanding, time-tested partnership rooted in historical, cultural, and robust maritime ties. Elevating this relationship, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a historic state visit to Seychelles as the Guest of Honour for the Golden Jubilee celebrations of their National Day from June 27–29, 2026. Table of Content Evolution of… Continue reading India-Seychelles Relations – Explained Pointwise
Hub-and-Spoke Aviation Model
News: India launched its first ‘Easy Connect’ flight under the Hub-and-Spoke Aviation Model from Varanasi to New Delhi. About Hub-and-Spoke Aviation Model Hub-and-Spoke Aviation Model is an aviation model that connects smaller airports, called spokes, with major airports, called hubs, to enable seamless international travel. The Spokes: The spoke airports serve as the starting point of the… Continue reading Hub-and-Spoke Aviation Model
National Awards to Teachers 2026
News: The Department of School Education and Literacy, under the Ministry of Education, is inviting online applications and nominations for the National Teachers Awards 2026. About National Teachers Awards 2026 Aspects Details About It seeks to recognize the outstanding contribution of teachers towards improving the quality of school education and promoting the holistic development of… Continue reading National Awards to Teachers 2026
World’s First Nuclear-Powered Hydrogen Plant (Cu–Cl Cycle)
News: The Department of Atomic Energy inaugurated the world’s first nuclear-powered hydrogen production facility based on the Copper–Chlorine (Cu–Cl) thermochemical cycle at Kalpakkam. About World’s First Nuclear-Powered Hydrogen Plant (Cu–Cl Cycle) Nuclear-Powered Hydrogen Plant ( based on Cu–Cl Cycle) is the world’s first hydrogen production facility that uses nuclear process heat through the Copper–Chlorine (Cu–Cl) thermochemical cycle.… Continue reading World’s First Nuclear-Powered Hydrogen Plant (Cu–Cl Cycle)
Cabinet Secretary
News: Cabinet Secretary urged senior bureaucrats to reassess routine administrative practices and improve the conduct of official meetings. About Cabinet Secretary The Cabinet Secretary of India is the most senior administrative servant and the highest-ranking executive official in the Government of India. Position: He is the administrative head of the Cabinet Secretariat and also the principal… Continue reading Cabinet Secretary
RBI’s New Fraud Compensation Mechanism
News: The Reserve Bank of India introduced a revised fraud compensation mechanism for small-value digital payment frauds, effective from January 1, 2027. About RBI’s New Fraud Compensation Mechanism RBI’s New Fraud Compensation Mechanism is a revised framework that provides compensation to eligible victims of fraudulent electronic banking transactions involving losses up to ₹50,000. The new framework builds… Continue reading RBI’s New Fraud Compensation Mechanism
Pharma Sahi Daam Portal and Pharma Jan Samadhan Portal
News: National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, has integrated the Pharma Jan Samadhan Portal with Pharma Sahi Daam Portal to strengthen citizen-centric digital governance. About the Pharma Sahi Daam Portal and Pharma Jan Samadhan Portal About Pharma Sahi Daam Portal It is a specialized online search tool and… Continue reading Pharma Sahi Daam Portal and Pharma Jan Samadhan Portal
Citizenship Proof under Indian Law
News: The Ministry of External Affairs clarified that an Indian passport is a travel document and not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship. About Citizenship Proof under Indian Law Identity Proof vs Citizenship Proof: Identity proof: It establishes a person’s identity and, in some cases, residence for services such as banking, taxation, voting and travel. However, it… Continue reading Citizenship Proof under Indian Law
Lake Laach
News: More than 1,000 minor earthquakes have revealed the presence of a deep, inclined magma reservoir beneath Germany’s Lake Laach volcano. About Lake Laach Location: It is a volcanic caldera lake located in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It is also known as Laacher See. Its water is blue in colour, very cold and bitter to the taste. … Continue reading Lake Laach
GS Foundation Program 2027 | New Batches (D7 & D8) Commencing from 17th August 2026 | Admissions Open
Dear Students, The journey to becoming a Civil Servant begins with building a strong foundation. The initial months of UPSC preparation are crucial, as they shape your understanding of the syllabus, develop the right study habits, and establish the discipline required to succeed in one of India’s most competitive examinations. With this objective, ForumIAS is… Continue reading GS Foundation Program 2027 | New Batches (D7 & D8) Commencing from 17th August 2026 | Admissions Open
