Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 19-May – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important themes: David B. Roberts in Foreign Affairs talks about why Gulf security must be built at home. Samir Bhattacharya’s article in ORF focuses on reviving India–Africa ties through mutual respect and co-development. Lee Jong-Wha in Project Syndicate emphasizes on the real… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 19 – May – 2026
[Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – May 2026 – 2nd week
Dear Friends, We are posting a compilation of Factly articles for the month of May 2026 – Second 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 – May 2026 – 2nd week
Key Facts About Sweden and Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was recently conferred with Sweden’s highest honour for a Head of Government, the Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross. Key Facts about Sweden Location: Sweden is a Northern European country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula. It is situated both in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres of the Earth.… Continue reading Key Facts About Sweden and Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross
Amblyceps Vayavy
News: Researchers discovered a rare new catfish species, Amblyceps vayavy, in hill streams of the Western Ghats in Goa and Maharashtra. About Amblyceps Vayavy Amblyceps vayavy is a newly identified species of freshwater catfish from the northern Western Ghats. Name Origin: The word ‘vayavy’ means ‘northwest’ in Marathi and Konkani, referring to its distribution in… Continue reading Amblyceps Vayavy
Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE) Mission
News: China and European space agencies are launching the joint SMILE mission on May 19 to study Earth’s magnetic shield against solar activity. About Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE) Mission SMILE Mission stands for ‘Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer Mission‘. Implemented by: The joint mission is implemented by European Space Agency (ESA) Science… Continue reading Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer (SMILE) Mission
Weakening of Rupee – Causes & Consequences – Explained Pointwise
The Indian rupee has recently fallen past the 96-per-dollar mark, hitting a new record low. The rupee has declined by nearly 5.2% against the dollar since the Iran-US conflict began in late February. There is a strong possibility of it crossing the psychological level of 100 per dollar, which could further weaken investor sentiment. There… Continue reading Weakening of Rupee – Causes & Consequences – Explained Pointwise
Chola-era Anaimangalam Copper Plates
News: In the presence of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Rob Jetten, the Leiden University Library restituted Chola-era Anaimangalam Copper Plates to the Government of India. About Chola-era Anaimangalam Copper Plates It is a set of 21 large plates and 3 small plates with a combined weight of… Continue reading Chola-era Anaimangalam Copper Plates
PSIR Brief #56
Today’s brief covers these important themes: David B. Roberts in Foreign Affairs talks about why Gulf security must be built at home. Samir Bhattacharya’s article in ORF focuses on reviving India–Africa ties through mutual respect and co-development. Lee Jong-Wha in Project Syndicate emphasizes on the real roots of global imbalances and its impact on geopolitical… Continue reading PSIR Brief #56
3rd India-Nordic Summit
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Norway for the 3rd India-Nordic Summit and bilateral engagements on 18-19 May 2026. About 3rd India-Nordic Summit The Summit is a high-level meeting between India and Nordic countries to strengthen strategic cooperation. Venue : The 3rd India-Nordic Summit will be held in Norway (Oslo) in May 2026. Previous… Continue reading 3rd India-Nordic Summit
Kali River and Nyctibatrachus Kali
News: A new night frog species, Nyctibatrachus kali, has been identified in the Kali river basin of Karnataka’s central Western Ghats. About Kali River Location: River Kali is located in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. In the old texts, it is also called “Kalindi” or “Kali Nadhi. Named after: It is named “Kali” for its… Continue reading Kali River and Nyctibatrachus Kali
