Source: The post Rising flash flood risks threaten fragile Himalayan regions has been created, based on the article “Rain, landslides, flash floods: an uncertain mix” published in “Indian Express” on 9th August 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1- Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclones, etc. Context: The August 5 flash… Continue reading Rising flash flood risks threaten fragile Himalayan regions
Lowering age of consent may harm vulnerable minor girls
Source: The post Lowering age of consent may harm vulnerable minor girls has been created, based on the article “The faultlines of consent” published in “Indian Express” on 9th August 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Vulnerable sections of population Context: The Supreme Court is hearing the Nipun Saxena and Anr vs Union of… Continue reading Lowering age of consent may harm vulnerable minor girls
India’s Industrial Accidents Show Neglect of Worker Safety
Source: The post India’s Industrial Accidents Show Neglect of Worker Safety has been created, based on the article “Industrial accidents, the human cost of indifference” published in “The Hindu” on 9th August 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Disaster management Context: Industrial accidents in India continue to claim thousands of lives every year, with… Continue reading India’s Industrial Accidents Show Neglect of Worker Safety
India faces economic challenges from new United States tariffs
Source: The post India faces economic challenges from new United States tariffs has been created, based on the article “With tariffs, India’s growth rate needs a careful watch” published in “The Hindu” on 9th August 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests.… Continue reading India faces economic challenges from new United States tariffs
SheLeads Programme
News: The second edition of SheLeads workshop was recently inaugurated. About SheLeads Programme It is a flagship Initiative organised by the UN Women India Country Office to advance gender equality in public and political leadership. Objective – Equip women with skills, networks, and capacity to lead effectively in governance and development. Aim: Aimed at promoting… Continue reading SheLeads Programme
Starfish
News: Scientists have discovered that a bacterium caused the 2013 starfish die-off, which killed about 5 billion sea stars by causing sea star wasting disease, where their limbs fall off and bodies break down. About Starfish Starfish are marine animals belonging to the echinoderm group, commonly called “sea stars” due to their distinctive star-shaped body.… Continue reading Starfish
MERITE Scheme
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for implementation of the ‘Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education’ (MERITE) Scheme in 275 technical institutions comprising 175 engineering institutions and 100 polytechnics. About MERITE Scheme It is a key initiative aimed at enhancing the quality, equity and governance of the participating technical institutions. Full… Continue reading MERITE Scheme
RBI Grants AU Small Finance Bank Universal License, First in a Decade
News: The Reserve Bank of India has granted AU Small Finance Bank a universal banking license, the first in a decade, potentially paving the way for other small finance banks to transition. RBI Grants AU Small Finance Bank Universal License, First in a Decade The license was given under the RBI’s ‘on tap’ licensing guidelines… Continue reading RBI Grants AU Small Finance Bank Universal License, First in a Decade
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 August 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 8th August 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 8 August 2025 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Prelims Marathon 9 August – Environmental Pollution – 2 – 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 9 August Environmental Pollution – 2 For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule,… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 9 August – Environmental Pollution – 2 – 2025
