India and the United Arab Emirates share a long-standing relationship shaped by trade, cultural exchanges, and strong community connections across the Arabian Sea. Trade in pearls, dates, spices, textiles, and fisheries connected western India with the Gulf region for centuries. Recently, PM Narendra Modi had a brief stopover in Abu Dhabi, days after UAE came… Continue reading India-UAE Relations – Explained Pointwise
Thunderstorms
News: At least 111 people died after a powerful storm and heavy rain hit several districts of Uttar Pradesh recently. About Thunderstorms Thunderstorms are common weather events that form when warm moist air rises, cools, and condenses into towering cumulonimbus clouds. Formation: According to the National Weather Service, three conditions must exist together for a… Continue reading Thunderstorms
Ginger
News: The Centre launched the ₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission to promote GI-certified pharma-grade ginger through processing, branding and exports. About Ginger Ginger is an herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric and cardamom. Economic Part: The rhizome of ginger is the main economic part. Key Components: Gingerol: It is the… Continue reading Ginger
Advance Authorisation Scheme
News: Recently, the government has imposed a limit of 100 kg on gold imports under the Advance Authorisation Scheme. About Advance Authorisation Scheme The Advance Authorisation Scheme allows duty-free import of inputs, which are physically incorporated in an export product. In addition to any inputs, packaging material, fuel, oil, and catalyst that are consumed/utilized in… Continue reading Advance Authorisation Scheme
UPPSC Rank 33 Vinai Kumar (Deputy Collector), Download Sample Copies
Dear Friends, We are happy to release the Mains answer copy of Vinai Kumar. He has secured Rank 33 in the UPPSC PCS Examination 2024. Aspirants can learn from these copies and strategize their preparation accordingly. Download link: Vinai Kumar, UPPSC 2024 Topper, Rank 33 Sample (GS) Copy Vinai Kumar, UPPSC 2024 Topper, Rank… Continue reading UPPSC Rank 33 Vinai Kumar (Deputy Collector), Download Sample Copies
PSIR Brief #54
Today’s Brief covers these important themes: Shashi Tharoor in The Hindu talks about trade, supply chains and technology as instruments of statecraft. Sneha M. in IDSA focuses on India–Bhutan rail connectivity as a tool of regional integration, economic growth and strategic depth. Kartik Bommakanti’s article in ORF analysis India–Pakistan crises as a realist lesson: the… Continue reading PSIR Brief #54
Withholding Tax
News: India’s foreign exchange reserves have fallen by nearly $38 billion since March due to capital outflows linked to the West Asia conflict. To attract overseas investments, the government is reportedly considering reducing the withholding tax rate from 20% to 5%. About Withholding Tax Withholding tax is paid by foreign investors on the interest they… Continue reading Withholding Tax
Neanderthals
News: A new study suggests Neanderthals performed a sophisticated dental procedure around 59,000 years ago using stone tools. About Neanderthals Neanderthals were extinct relatives of modern humans who lived across Europe and parts of Asia. Species: The scientific name of Neanderthals was Homo neanderthalensis. Naming: The name Neanderthal came from the Neander Valley in Germany,… Continue reading Neanderthals
Psyche Probe
News: Psyche Mission spacecraft is set to make a close flyby of Mars to gain a gravity-assisted speed boost that will help guide it toward the metallic asteroid 16 Psyche. About Psyche Probe The Psyche probe is a spacecraft launched in October 2023. Launched by: It was launched by NASA. Destination: It is expected to reach… Continue reading Psyche Probe
UPSC Prelims Marathon 16 May – ISRO Missions – 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 16 May ISRO Missions For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule, refer to… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 16 May – ISRO Missions – 2026
