UPSC Syllabus- GS 3- Science & Technology and Economic Development Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are a group of 17 metallic elements comprising the 15 lanthanides, along with scandium and yttrium. Though termed “rare”, they are relatively abundant in the Earth’s crust but are geologically dispersed and occur in low concentrations, making their extraction and separation… Continue reading Rare Earth Elements
RCEP Minus China
Context- India is in a position to reap the benefits of RCEP without actually joining it. With the conclusion of negotiations, India-New Zealand FTA, India has FTAs with all other countries in RCEP except China. This strategy of having one-to-one FTA with other member nations of RCEP, has given India market access without surrendering tariff… Continue reading RCEP Minus China
Chenab River and Dulhasti Hydro-Power Project
News: As part of the Centre’s push to fast-track Indus basin infrastructure, the Union Environment Ministry’s expert panel has recommended environmental clearance for the 260 MW Dulhasti Stage-II hydel project on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district. About Chenab River and Dulhasti Hydro-Power Project About Chenab River Origin: The Chenab River originates… Continue reading Chenab River and Dulhasti Hydro-Power Project
Isthmus of Tehuantepec
News: The Isthmus of Tehuantepec is in news after a deadly derailment of the Interoceanic Train in Oaxaca, where at least 13 people were killed when the passenger train carrying 250 people derailed near Nizanda. About Isthmus of Tehuantepec Location: The Isthmus of Tehuantepec is a narrow strip of land located in southern Mexico. The… Continue reading Isthmus of Tehuantepec
National Test House (NTH)
News: The National Test House (NTH) has entered into an MoU with the Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE) to strengthen cooperation in the areas of research, testing and training. About National Test House (NTH) NTH is India’s largest multi-location multidisciplinary industrial testing laboratory dealing with almost all sorts of testing, calibration… Continue reading National Test House (NTH)
India’s R&D Funding – Explained Pointwise
India is at a crucial juncture in its research and innovation landscape. The government is actively shifting towards privatizing research funding to boost innovation and strategic autonomy. A significant step in this direction was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, where Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman allocated ₹20,000 crore to the Department of Science and Technology… Continue reading India’s R&D Funding – Explained Pointwise
INS Vaghsheer
News: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu undertook a dived sortie onboard Submarine – INS Vaghsheer on Western Seaboard. About INS Vaghsheer INS Vaghsheer is the sixth and final Kalvari-class (Scorpene-class) diesel-electric attack submarine of the Indian Navy. Built by: It was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai under Project 75… Continue reading INS Vaghsheer
Contributions of Uttar Pradesh in the overall Development of India
For the financial year 2025-26, Uttar Pradesh is projected to be the 3rd largest economy(by GSDP) among Indian states. Its GSDP is estimated at around ₹30.80 trillion (approximately $360 billion USD). Table of Content Contributions of Uttar Pradesh in the overall Development of India Uttar Pradesh as a Pillar of National Development Government Schemes and Initiatives… Continue reading Contributions of Uttar Pradesh in the overall Development of India
Frequency Comb
News- Frequency combs were in the news due to their growing use in high-precision atomic clocks and advanced optical measurements. About Frequency Comb A frequency comb is a special type of laser light whose spectrum consists of a large number of evenly spaced, discrete frequencies, resembling the teeth of a comb. Unlike a conventional laser… Continue reading Frequency Comb
UPSC Prelims Marathon 29 December – British Conquest of Punjab and Administrative Policies – 2025
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 29 December British Conquest of Punjab and Administrative Policies For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 29 December – British Conquest of Punjab and Administrative Policies – 2025
