News: The Narcotics Control Bureau uncovered a transnational cocaine syndicate and seized 349 kg cocaine worth ₹1,745 crore under Operation WHITE STRIKE. About Operation WHITE STRIKE Operation WHITE STRIKE is a large-scale anti-narcotics operation targeting an international cocaine trafficking syndicate operating through India’s logistics networks. Executing Agency: The operation is executed by the Narcotics Control… Continue reading Operation WHITE STRIKE
Operation ‘Clawing Back’
News: The Himachal Pradesh Forest Department conducted raids in Rohru and arrested six persons for illegal trade of wildlife body parts. About Operation ‘Clawing Back’ Operation ‘Clawing Back’ is a special operation launched to bust organised trade of wildlife body parts. Launched by: The operation was launched by the Himachal Pradesh Forest and Wildlife Department. Objective:… Continue reading Operation ‘Clawing Back’
INS Mahendragiri
News: INS Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A frigate, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Mumbai on April 30, marking a milestone. About INS Mahendragiri Mahendragiri (Yard 12654) is the sixth indigenous stealth frigate of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) delivered to the Indian Navy. Construction & Delivery: It was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited… Continue reading INS Mahendragiri
Key Facts about Jamaica
News: In a significant step towards strengthening India-Caribbean relations, India has deployed its flagship Aarogya Maitri portable healthcare infrastructure in Jamaica. Key Facts about Jamaica Jamaica is an island country of the West Indies. Location: It is located in the west-central Caribbean in the Greater Antilles archipelago. It is the third-largest island in the Caribbean… Continue reading Key Facts about Jamaica
PSIR Brief Issue # 42
Today’s brief covers these themes: China-U.S. nuclear competition, an economic model for securing the Strait of Hormuz, and the changing geopolitics of the Gulf. Tong Zhao’s article focuses on deterrence, arms control and nuclear mistrust. The second article by Massoud Karshenas, Hashem Pesaran and Ron Smith talk about securing of Hormuz through incentives, tolls and… Continue reading PSIR Brief Issue # 42
2026 Whitley Awards
News: Indian conservationists, Barkha Subba and Parveen Shaikh have won the prestigious 2026 Whitley Awards. About 2026 Whitley Awards The Whitley Award is awarded to those achieving exceptional success in grassroots, community-led protection of threatened species and habitats. It is also known as the ‘Green Oscars’. It provides winners with funding, profile, and international… Continue reading 2026 Whitley Awards
SACHET
News: India rolled out a mobile-based disaster communication system (SACHET) aimed at delivering near-real-time emergency alerts directly to citizens’ phones. About SACHET SACHET stands for Secure and Alert Centre for Hazard Evaluation and Transmission. It is a mobile-enabled, integrated disaster alert system designed to deliver timely information and warnings to citizens. Developed by: It has… Continue reading SACHET
UPSC Prelims Marathon 2 May – Biotechnology Applications-II – 2026
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 2 May Biotechnology Applications-II For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule, refer to… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 2 May – Biotechnology Applications-II – 2026
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 2 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 2 May 2026
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 1 May 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 1st May 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 1 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
