News: The Government has proposed a ₹10,000 crore Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme in the Union Budget 2026–27 to strengthen domestic container production. About Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme (CMAS) Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme (CMAS) is a targeted initiative to build a competitive domestic container manufacturing industry through financial and institutional support. Ministry involved: The scheme is associated… Continue reading Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme (CMAS)
Zanskar Range
News: A new study found that glaciers in the Zanskar region of Ladakh are moving more slowly than they did 30 years ago. About Zanskar Range The Zanskar Range is an important Trans-Himalayan mountain range in Ladakh. Location: The range is located mainly in the Kargil and Leh regions of Ladakh, with extension towards Himachal… Continue reading Zanskar Range
NGOPV Shruti
News: Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), ‘Shruti’ was launched marking a significant milestone in Indian Navy’s pursuit towards indigenous shipbuilding About NGOPV Shruti Yard 3037 (Shruti) is the second Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) of the four NGOPVs to be constructed as part of the Indian Navy’s 11-ship Yard 3039 (Sanghmitra) was the first… Continue reading NGOPV Shruti
Moon Base Program of NASA
News: NASA has invited ISRO to join its Moon Base program during the 9th India-US Civil Space Joint Working Group meeting in Bengaluru. About Moon Base Program of NASA Moon Base Programme is part of NASA’s broader Artemis Programme, which seeks to build a permanent lunar outpost near the Moon’s South Pole. Aim: The program aims… Continue reading Moon Base Program of NASA
Hallaniyat Islands
News: A recent crude oil spill from the tanker Caroline Bezengi poses a serious threat to the pristine nature reserve surrounding Oman’s Hallaniyat Islands. About Hallaniyat Islands Location: The islands of al Hallaniyyat are located in the north east of Dhofar (South of Oman). Administrative control: It is administratively under Wilayat Shalim and al Hallaniyyat… Continue reading Hallaniyat Islands
Key facts about Liberia
News: Union Women and Child Development Minister met a parliamentary delegation from Liberia and discussed India’s initiatives on women-led development, political representation and gender-responsive governance. Key facts about Liberia Location: Liberia is a country in West Africa. Bordering countries: It is bordered by three countries – Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Ivory Coast Bordering ocean: The… Continue reading Key facts about Liberia
Tribunals in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Recently, Parliament passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, providing for an independent National Tribunals Commission (NTC) to oversee the appointments, administration and functioning of 16 major tribunals. This article examines the constitutional framework, historical evolution, significance, challenges for tribunals in India. Table of Content What are Tribunals, and what are their key characteristics? What… Continue reading Tribunals in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Himalayan Pheasants
News: Himalayan pheasants are poorly studied and face threats such as habitat loss, hunting, grazing, and nesting disturbance, while only about 200–300 western tragopans remain in Jammu and Kashmir. About Himalayan Pheasants The Common pheasant is a colorful bird renowned for the striking plumage of the male. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Phasianus colchicus. … Continue reading Himalayan Pheasants
[Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – August 2026 – 1st week
Dear Friends, We are posting a compilation of Factly articles for the month of August 2026 – First week. We have made several improvements in our compilations structure, to make them more user-friendly and easy to use. Give your feedback on the same and provide suggestions in the comment box, if you want any further… Continue reading [Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – August 2026 – 1st week
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12th August 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 12 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
