News: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs constituted a high-level committee to prepare a framework for a permanent political solution to the Gorkha issue. About Demand for a Gorkha State Demand: The Gorkhas have long demanded political self-rule, protection of their ethnic-linguistic identity, and a separate administrative unit or Gorkhaland. Gorkhaland refers to the proposed… Continue reading Demand for a Gorkha State
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 26 – August – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 26 -August – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important themes: Dr Ashish Kumar Yadav in VIF talks about the impact of China’s testing of long-range submarine ballistic missile in south pacific. Harsh V. Pant in ORF analysis the power of Taliban who has won state control but lacks legitimacy.… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 26 – August – 2026
Crete Island
News: Greek media has reported that more than 300 migrants have been rescued off Crete coast in last few days. About Crete Island Location: Crete island is located in the southern part of the Aegean Sea (a part of the Mediterranean Sea) and is a part of Greece. It is the largest island in Greece… Continue reading Crete Island
India-Central Asia Relations – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Central Asia this week for a bilateral visit to Uzbekistan and to attend the SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan. As global geopolitics undergoes significant shifts, Central Asia is gaining strategic importance for India. The region is balancing ties with Russia, China and the US, while India seeks to… Continue reading India-Central Asia Relations – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100
News: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) unveiled three indigenous micro and small gas turbine engines NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100. About NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100 NJ-05 is an indigenous micro gas turbine engine with a 5 kg thrust capacity. NJ-50 is an indigenous micro and small gas turbine with a thrust… Continue reading NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100
Gut Microbiome
News: A major study has found that South Asian gut microbiomes are distinct and follow community-specific changes shaped by lifestyle and local factors. About Gut Microbiome Gut Microbiome is the community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites, that live in the human gut. Acquisition of Gut Microbiome Initial acquisition: A human infant first acquires… Continue reading Gut Microbiome
Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa
News: Recently, ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’, a novel by Yugul Joshi, on the poet’s life and works, launched at IGNCA, New Delhi. About Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa Birth: The exact birth date and birthplace of the ancient Sanskrit poet Kalidasa remain unknown. He is associated with various regions such as Himalayas, Ujjain and Kalinga. He was a great Sanskrit… Continue reading Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa
ICGS Ajit
News: Recently, the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) formally handed over ICGS Ajit (Yard 1277) to the Indian Coast Guard. About ICGS Ajit ICGS Ajit (Yard 1277) is a state-of-the-art Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV). Developed by: It has been developed by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). Induction year: It has been inducted in 2026 to Indian Coast… Continue reading ICGS Ajit
Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)
News: SEBI has introduced an Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). About Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) Introduced by: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced an IT Resilience Index (ITRI) framework for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs), including stock exchanges, depositories and clearing corporations. Purpose: It has been… Continue reading Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)
Periyar Cow
News: The Periyar cow has received national recognition after being registered by the ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources as an indigenous breed. About Periyar Cow Periyar cow is an indigenous cattle breed of Kerala, locally known as Periyar Kullan, Kuttampuzha cattle and Andukanni. Official Name: It has been registered as the Periyar cow, also known… Continue reading Periyar Cow
