Kigali Amendment: India’s Cooling Transition and Climate Commitments

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Ecology, and Environment Introduction The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol marks its 10th anniversary on 15 October 2026. Adopted in 2016, it aims to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), powerful greenhouse gases used in refrigeration and air-conditioning. Although HFCs do not deplete the ozone layer, they contribute significantly to global… Continue reading Kigali Amendment: India’s Cooling Transition and Climate Commitments

‘Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow’ for Food Security

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Food Security Introduction World Food Day, observed on 16 October, carries the 2026 theme “Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow.” It draws attention to a food crisis in which an estimated 645 million people faced hunger in 2025, while one-third of the world’s population could not afford healthy diets. India has moved… Continue reading ‘Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow’ for Food Security

A reality check on AI boom: Eight risks to look out for

Source: The post “A reality check on AI boom: Eight risks to look out for” has been created based on “A reality check on AI boom: Eight risks to look out for” published in “Indian Express” on 16 October 2026. A reality check on AI boom: Eight risks to look out for. UPSC Syllabus: GS… Continue reading A reality check on AI boom: Eight risks to look out for

A contested UNSC seat poses a test for India

Source: The post “A contested UNSC seat poses a test for India” has been created based on “A contested UNSC seat poses a test for India” published in “The Hindu” on 16 October 2026. A contested UNSC seat poses a test for India. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Context: India’s candidature for a… Continue reading A contested UNSC seat poses a test for India

9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 16 October 2026

Dear Friends, We are posting the 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 16 October 2026 based on today’s current affairs. What is the aim of 9 PM? Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than… Continue reading 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 16 October 2026

Disinvestment in India: Trends and Challenges – Explained Pointwise

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has recently approved the strategic disinvestment of IDBI Bank. The strategic buyer, Fairfax Financial Holdings, will acquire a 60.72% stake in the bank. Upon completion of the transaction, LIC and the Government of India will retain a combined 34% stake in the bank. Table of Content What is Disinvestment?… Continue reading Disinvestment in India: Trends and Challenges – Explained Pointwise

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Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)

News: Maruti Suzuki India received a favourable ITAT order in tax matters covering eight financial years, with an estimated tax impact of ₹13,000 crore, including interest. About Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) is a quasi-judicial institution that hears appeals under direct tax laws. Establishment: It was established in January… Continue reading Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)

GSAT-7C Satellite

News: The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹2,563-crore contract with NewSpace India Limited for the acquisition of GSAT-7C on October 15, 2026. About GSAT-7C Satellite GSAT-7C (Geosynchronous Satellite 7C) is a planned Indian military communication satellite designed to strengthen the Indian Air Force’s secure communication network. Developed by: The satellite is indigenously designed, developed and… Continue reading GSAT-7C Satellite

Varunastra Heavy Weight Torpedoes

News: The Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth ₹1,543 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited for additional Varunastra Heavy Weight Torpedoes. About Varunastra Varunastra is an indigenously developed heavy-weight torpedo launched from ships to target enemy submarines. It is powered by electricity. Developed by: It was developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL),… Continue reading Varunastra Heavy Weight Torpedoes

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