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 24th October 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 24 October 2026 I Mains Marathon
Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
News: India is expected to mandate 1% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blending for international flights from 2027 under CORSIA. About Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) CORSIA is a global market-based mechanism to reduce carbon emissions from international flights. It is the first global market-based measure for any sector and represents a… Continue reading Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Professor Ashoke Sen Becomes First Indian to Receive Oskar Klein Medal
News: Renowned Indian theoretical physicist Ashoke Sen has received the Oskar Klein Medal 2026, becoming the first Indian to win this international honour. About Oskar Klein Medal The Oskar Klein Medal is an international award that recognizes distinguished contributions to physics. Awarded by: The medal is awarded annually by Stockholm University and the Nobel Committee… Continue reading Professor Ashoke Sen Becomes First Indian to Receive Oskar Klein Medal
Shamonda Virus
News: France has reported the first documented human infection with the Shamonda virus in a seriously ill patient who died in October 2026. About Shamonda Virus Shamonda virus is a vector-borne virus. It belongs to the genus Orthobunyavirus and the family Peribunyaviridae. Origin: The virus was first isolated from cattle in Nigeria in 1965. It… Continue reading Shamonda Virus
DZIP3 – Viral Alarm Switch
News: CSIR-CCMB researchers discovered how human cells detect viruses and activate immune defences before pathogens multiply. About DZIP3 – Viral Alarm Switch The DZIP3 (DAZ Interacting Zinc Finger Protein 3) is a protein found in human cells. It detects viral RNA and activates cellular immune defences. Working Mechanism: Viral Detection: When DZIP3 encounters viral RNA… Continue reading DZIP3 – Viral Alarm Switch
Exercise “Rummy”
News: French and British air forces have staged a joint exercise simulating a nuclear strike codenamed exercise “Rummy” for the first time. About Exercise “Rummy” Exercise “Rummy” is a joint nuclear strike simulation exercise by French and British air forces. Aim: It is aimed at enhancing coordination between western Europe’s two nuclear powers. Countries involved:… Continue reading Exercise “Rummy”
Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS)
News: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed making Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS) mandatory for all new car models from October 1, 2030, to help reduce road accidents. About Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS) The Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS) is an active vehicle safety technology designed to prevent collisions or… Continue reading Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS)
Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026
News: The Indo-Pacific regional dialogue 2026 will be organised in New Delhi from November 3 to 5, 2026. About Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026 Indo-Pacific regional dialogue 2026 is an apex level international annual conference of the Indian Navy. Organised by: It is being organized by the Indian Navy in association with its knowledge partner, the… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026
Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) and Snow Leopard
News: India has recorded an estimated 718 snow leopards across the Indian Himalayas, including 477 in Ladakh, according to the country’s first Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI). About Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) The Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) is the first-ever scientific exercise, which took around 4 years… Continue reading Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) and Snow Leopard
Key Facts about Azerbaijan
News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Baku to strengthen future bilateral relations between India and Azerbaijan. Key Facts about Azerbaijan Azerbaijan is a country in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is located at the junction of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It is bounded in the east by… Continue reading Key Facts about Azerbaijan
