News: The Indian Navy’s Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti was launched at Goa Shipyard Limited on 27 October 2026. About Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti The NGOPV Srishti is an indigenously designed and built vessel for the Indian Navy. It is the 5th vessel launched out of the 11 planned ships… Continue reading Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) Srishti
Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026
News: The 11th edition of the India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI has commenced in Indonesia. About Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026 The Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026 is a bilateral military exercise between the Special Forces of India and Indonesia. Host: The 11th edition of Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026 is hosted by Indonesia at Banyuwangi.… Continue reading Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI 2026
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 28 October 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 28 October 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 28 October 2026 I Mains Marathon
India’s Next Investment Cycle Will Shape Its Carbon Future
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environment Introduction India must expand housing, industry, power networks and urban infrastructure. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) warns that the world could cross the 1.5°C warming threshold within the next few years. Much of India’s future infrastructure remains unbuilt. Investment choices can embed efficiency, support energy security and growth,… Continue reading India’s Next Investment Cycle Will Shape Its Carbon Future
Is India to Be World’s Oil Refiner?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s refining capacity and advanced infrastructure have strengthened its position in global energy markets. The country is emerging as a major supplier of petroleum products amid changing global oil trade. However, geopolitical tensions, crude supply risks and climate commitments create new challenges. The key question is whether India… Continue reading Is India to Be World’s Oil Refiner?
China’s Grey-Zone Warfare along the LAC: Challenges for India and the Way Forward
Source: The post “China’s Grey-Zone Warfare along the LAC: Challenges for India and the Way Forward” has been created based on “To counter China along LAC, why its grey-zone warfare tactics must be understood” published in “Indian Express” on 28th September 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3: Internal Security Context: China is increasingly using Grey-Zone Warfare… Continue reading China’s Grey-Zone Warfare along the LAC: Challenges for India and the Way Forward
Clean air needs targets, timelines and accountability
Source: The post “Clean air needs targets, timelines and accountability” has been created based on “Clean air needs targets, timelines and accountability” published in “Indian Express” on 28 September 2026. Clean air needs targets, timelines and accountability. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- Environment Context: Air pollution threatens public health and economic productivity in India. Despite initiatives… Continue reading Clean air needs targets, timelines and accountability
[Download] MGP EPIC Magazine – October 2026 (Part 1)
Dear Aspirants, Another month, another round of important developments- and another opportunity to turn current affairs into exam-ready knowledge! ForumIAS presents the MGP Essential EPIC Magazine – October 2026 (Part 1), designed to help you make sense of the news, connect it with the UPSC syllabus and prepare effectively for both Prelims and Mains. The… Continue reading [Download] MGP EPIC Magazine – October 2026 (Part 1)
1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum
News: India will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s (SCO) 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum at Purana Qila in New Delhi. About 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum 1st SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum is an inaugural cultural and diplomatic initiative. Duration: It is scheduled to be held from 20 November to 22 November 2026 at Purana Qila in New… Continue reading 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum
K9 Vajra-T
News: The Ministry of Defence has granted in-principle approval to procure over 300 additional K9 Vajra-T howitzers to modernise the Indian Army’s artillery. About K9 Vajra-T The K9 Vajra-T is India’s variant of South Korea’s K9 Thunder, a 155 mm, 52-calibre tracked self-propelled howitzer. A howitzer is an artillery weapon designed to fire explosive shells… Continue reading K9 Vajra-T
