News: The political battle over the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Medium-Term Strategy (MTS) will dominate the opening of the seventh UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) in Nairobi. About United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) UNEP is the UN’s leading global authority on environmental issues, focusing on addressing the triple planetary crisis: climate change, nature, land and biodiversity… Continue reading United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Fonio (Digitaria exilis) and Sikiya (Digitaria sanguilanis)
News: Fonio and Sikiya are discussed because both are wild millets valued by rural and tribal communities but face different levels of recognition. About Fonio (Digitaria exilis) Location: Fonio is an ancient and widely cultivated cereal in the dry savannas of West Africa (e.g., Guinea, Nigeria, Senegal). Properties It is known as one of the… Continue reading Fonio (Digitaria exilis) and Sikiya (Digitaria sanguilanis)
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram highlighted how Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s powerful song became a rallying cry for India’s freedom movement against British colonial rule. About Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was born on June 27, 1838, in North 24 Parganas, Bengal, into a family with strong… Continue reading Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
Indian Constituent Assembly
News: On 9 December 2025, the nation marks the 79th anniversary of the first meeting of India’s Constituent Assembly, a historic moment that laid the foundation for the Indian Republic. About Indian Constituent Assembly The Constituent Assembly was created in 1946 through the British Cabinet Mission Plan. It was tasked with drafting the Constitution for… Continue reading Indian Constituent Assembly
G2 – Need, Challenges & Implications – Explained Pointwise
Download PDF Daily 7 PM Initiative for the day Recently, the U.S. President Donald Trump’s reference to a “G-2” with China has revived debates about a potential U.S.-China duopoly, raising concerns among allies. At a time when geopolitical fault lines are already deep, this framing challenges the balance built through multilateral institutions and strategic groupings… Continue reading G2 – Need, Challenges & Implications – Explained Pointwise
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 10 December 2025 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 10th December 2025 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 10 December 2025 I Mains Marathon
Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary
News: The Charaichung Festival was organised on Majuli Island in Assam to revive and conserve the nearly defunct Royal Bird Sanctuary and promote its global recognition. About Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary is Asia’s first protected bird sanctuary. Established in: It was established in 1633 AD by Ahom king Swargadeu Pratap Singha.… Continue reading Charaichung Royal Bird Sanctuary
EU Fine on X
News: Elon Musk-owned X was fined €120 million by the European Commission for violating transparency rules under the Digital Services Act. About EU Fine on X The European Commission imposed a €120 million fine on X after a two-year investigation found violations of transparency requirements under the Digital Services Act(DSA). This is the first penalty… Continue reading EU Fine on X
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 10 December 2025 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 10 December 2025 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 10 December 2025 I Mains Marathon
[UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #11: Dr. Dinesh Dasa Board, Anthropology Optional, Uttar Pradesh Home State, Strength training
Date of Interview: 9th Dec – morning session. (2nd one to go 10:42 till 11:08) Board: Dr. Dinesh Dasa Sir Optional: Anthropology Home district/state: Meerut/ UP Duration: 26 mins ( I sat outside sirs room for 30 minutes as board was having tea/coffee, snacks. Graduation stream/college: B.Sc (ZBC) Hobbies/passions/medals: Strength training, powerlifting, prerna saathi for primary… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #11: Dr. Dinesh Dasa Board, Anthropology Optional, Uttar Pradesh Home State, Strength training
