Allotment of Election Symbols to Political Parties

News: The proposed Cockroach Janta Party raised questions about whether a cockroach can be allotted as an election symbol. About Allotment of Election Symbols to Political Parties Governed by: The Election Commission of India allots election symbols to political parties and candidates under the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968. Legal and Administrative Framework: Reserved… Continue reading Allotment of Election Symbols to Political Parties

Caustic Soda

News: New environmental standards require caustic soda plants using membrane cell technology to pass a fish-survival test for wastewater toxicity. About Caustic Soda It is also known as sodium hydroxide (NaOH). Properties: It is a corrosive white crystalline solid.  It is highly alkaline and readily dissolves in water, releasing hydroxide ions (OH⁻) and resulting in… Continue reading Caustic Soda

Gallantry Awards

News: President Droupadi Murmu conferred Gallantry Awards to the personnel of the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces, and State and Union Territory Police during the Defence Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan this evening. About Gallantry Awards Aspects Details History The first three gallantry awards – Param Vir Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, and Vir Chakra were… Continue reading Gallantry Awards

Imidazolinone-resistant (IMI-resistant) Mustard Hybrids

News: India will begin wide-scale cultivation of IMI-resistant mustard hybrids in the 2026-27 rabi season to tackle Orobanche infestation. About Imidazolinone-resistant (IMI-resistant) Mustard Hybrids IMI-resistant mustard hybrids are mustard varieties developed through mutation breeding to control the parasitic weed Orobanche (also known as Phelipanche). Objective: The objective is to protect mustard yields from Orobanche and support… Continue reading Imidazolinone-resistant (IMI-resistant) Mustard Hybrids

UPSC Prelims Marathon 10 June – Schemes in News – II – 2026

Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjectwise MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 10 June Schemes in News – II For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 10 June – Schemes in News – II – 2026

Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 10 June 2026

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 10 June 2026

Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project

Source: The post “Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project” has been created based on “Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project”, published in “The Hindu” on 9 June 2026. Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context:  The Great Nicobar Island Development Project includes a transshipment port, international airport, power… Continue reading Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project

Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs

Source: The post “Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs” has been created based on “Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs”, published in “Indian Express” on 9 June 2026. Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Indian Economy Context: India has signed multiple FTAs to increase exports, attract… Continue reading Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs

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