Source: The post “Empowering the Grassroots Economy: A Comprehensive Push for Rural and Semi-Urban MSMEs” has been created, based on “Empowering the Grassroots Economy: A Comprehensive Push for Rural and Semi-Urban MSMEs” published in “PIB” on 15 May 2026. Empowering the Grassroots Economy: A Comprehensive Push for Rural and Semi-Urban MSMEs. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Indian… Continue reading Empowering the Grassroots Economy: A Comprehensive Push for Rural and Semi-Urban MSMEs
Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States Scheme
News: The Centre allocated ₹4,900 crore to Arunachal Pradesh under the newly launched “Pride of Hills” initiative for 2026-27. About Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States” Scheme “Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States” is a special initiative launched under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) framework… Continue reading Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States Scheme
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 15 – May – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 15-May – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important issues: Harsh V. Pant’s article in ORF focuses on India’s multi-aligned West Asia strategy through energy security, diaspora safety, maritime security and UAE as a strategic gateway. Sachchidanand Shukla’s article in Indian Express analysis the link of foreign capital with geopolitics,… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 15 – May – 2026
Peacock Tarantula
News: A conservation survey of the critically endangered Peacock Tarantula has been launched in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. About Peacock Tarantula The Peacock Tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica) is a rare arboreal spider famous for its metallic blue colour and ornamental patterns. Taxonomy: The species belongs to the Theraphosidae family and is classified as a tarantula species… Continue reading Peacock Tarantula
Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
News: India was nominated to serve as the Chair of the Common Criteria Development Board from April 2026 to April 2028. About Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB) The Common Criteria Development Board is the technical body that manages international standards for IT security evaluation under the Common Criteria framework. Operates under: The CCDB operates under… Continue reading Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
PSIR Brief #53
Today’s brief covers these important issues: Harsh V. Pant’s article in ORF focuses on India’s multi-aligned West Asia strategy through energy security, diaspora safety, maritime security and UAE as a strategic gateway. Sachchidanand Shukla’s article in Indian Express analysis the link of foreign capital with geopolitics, tax certainty, labour reforms and India’s credibility as an… Continue reading PSIR Brief #53
Agalega Islands
News: Agalega Island is becoming a key part of India’s strategy to strengthen its naval presence and monitor important trade routes in the Indian Ocean. About Agalega Islands The Agalega Islands are two islands situated in the Indian Ocean. It is surrounded by the Seychelles to the north, the Maldives, the US base Diego Garcia… Continue reading Agalega Islands
IP Catalyst and Digital Platform
News: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the IP Catalyst initiative and its accompanying digital platform. About IP Catalyst and Digital Platform Launched by: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the IP Catalyst initiative and a digital platform to accelerate intellectual property commercialization and strengthen India’s innovation… Continue reading IP Catalyst and Digital Platform
Medical Education in India and Associated Issues – Explained Pointwise
The medical education in India stands at a defining crossroads. Though, the country has witnessed an unprecedented expansion in its capacity to train future doctor over the past decade, however, this rapid expansion has also raised the question about the quality of doctors being produced in our country. The cancellation of this year’s NEET-UG, that… Continue reading Medical Education in India and Associated Issues – Explained Pointwise
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 15 May 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 15 May 2026
