Source: The post “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” has been created based on “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” published in “The Hindu” on 8th September 2026 UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Science and Technology Context: The recent launch of EOS-05 on a GSLV highlighted ISRO’s technological capabilities, but also raised… Continue reading Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in India – Explained Pointwise
A recent major study of hospitalised patients across India has found that infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria are more likely to be fatal and more expensive to treat than infections caused by drug-susceptible strains. Conducted by the ICMR’s AMR Surveillance Network across 20 tertiary-care hospitals, the study analysed data from nearly 1.6 lakh patients.… Continue reading Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in India – Explained Pointwise
Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)
News: The U.K. has recognised India’s CCTS for carbon pricing relief under its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). About Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) is a mechanism designed to reduce GHG emissions through carbon pricing. It laid the foundation for the Indian Carbon Market (ICM) by establishing its institutional framework. Legal… Continue reading Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)
India joins Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security and Bharat 6G Mission
News: India has joined a US-led initiative with 25 other countries to shape the development and security of next-generation 6G networks. About India joins Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security ‘Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security’ is an international initiative for 6G telecommunications networks. Launched by: The initiative was launched by the… Continue reading India joins Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security and Bharat 6G Mission
Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation
News: A new ICMR-National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research study found that nicotine pouches are reaching Indian cities through online platforms, hookah shops and gig delivery services. About Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation About Nicotine Pouch: It is a small, tobacco-free, tea-bag-like sack containing nicotine, favourings and plant-based fibres. Note: Nicotine is a highly… Continue reading Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation
Kashmir Flycatcher (Ficedula subrubra)
News: An ongoing research project is studying the Kashmir flycatcher in the North-Western Himalayas, including its migration and ecology. About Kashmir Flycatcher Kashmir Flycatcher is a small migratory bird of the flycatcher family Muscicapidae. Scientific Name: Ficedula subrubra Habitat: It prefers mature temperate broad-leaved forests with dense canopy and understorey. It is found at 1,800–2,700 m… Continue reading Kashmir Flycatcher (Ficedula subrubra)
Yakov Novichenko bridge and Tumen River
News: North Korea and Russia opened the Yakov Novichenko Bridge, their first proper road link, over the Tumen River. About Yakov Novichenko Bridge Location: The Yakov Novichenko Bridge is built over the Tumen River between Russia and North Korea. It was built near the existing Friendship Bridge, a rail bridge commissioned in 1959. Naming: The… Continue reading Yakov Novichenko bridge and Tumen River
Asian Pacific Postal Union (APPU)
News: Vinaya Prakash Singh, a 1988-batch Indian Postal Service officer, has been re-elected as Secretary-General of the Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU) for a second consecutive four-year term. About Asian Pacific Postal Union (APPU) Asian Pacific Postal Union(APPU) is an intergovernmental organization. It is the only Restricted Union of the Universal Postal Union(UPU) in the region,… Continue reading Asian Pacific Postal Union (APPU)
Northern Goshawk
News: Punjab made two unsuccessful attempts, seven years apart (2018 and 2025), to locate its State Bird, the Northern Goshawk within the state. About Northern Goshawk The Northern Goshawk is the largest species of true accipiter hawk. Scientific name: Its scientific name is Accipiter gentilis. Habitat: It inhabits mature forests, particularly coniferous woodlands, and favors… Continue reading Northern Goshawk
Sulphuric acid
News: Researchers found that some peptides remain stable and fold into functional 3D shapes even in 98% concentrated sulphuric acid. About Sulfuric Acid Sulphuric acid is a strong mineral acid. Its formula is H2SO4. Production: Its production involves a multi-step process, widely known as the Contact Process or the sulfuric acid manufacturing process. This process… Continue reading Sulphuric acid
