Source: The post “India can no longer overlook its pasture lands” has been created based on “India can no longer overlook its pasture lands” published in “Business Line” on 1 October 2026. India can no longer overlook its pasture lands. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Environment Context: Rangelands and permanent pastures are important common resources that support livestock… Continue reading India can no longer overlook its pasture lands
India’s new CAFE-III fuel-efficiency norms – Impact on carmakers, small cars and EVs
Source: The post “India’s new CAFE-III fuel-efficiency norms – Impact on carmakers, small cars and EVs” has been created based on “India’s new CAFE-III fuel-efficiency norms – Impact on carmakers, small cars and EVs” published in “Indian Express” on 1 October 2026. India’s new CAFE-III fuel-efficiency norms – Impact on carmakers, small cars and EVs.… Continue reading India’s new CAFE-III fuel-efficiency norms – Impact on carmakers, small cars and EVs
Sengol
News: The new NCERT Class 9 Social Science textbook mentions the Sengol as a cultural marker of rulership and good governance. About Sengol The Sengol is a sacred sceptre linked to righteous governance and the cultural traditions of ancient Tamil civilisation. Naming: The term Sengol is derived from the Tamil word “Semmai”, meaning “righteousness”. Origin:… Continue reading Sengol
National Coastal Mission (NCM 2.0)
News: Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launched guidelines for implementing National Coastal Mission (NCM) 2.0 in New Delhi. About National Coastal Mission (NCM 2.0) Administered By: It is administered by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). Nature of Scheme: It is a Central Sector Scheme. Origin: The first phase, NCM 1.0, was implemented… Continue reading National Coastal Mission (NCM 2.0)
Green Energy Corridor Phase-III Scheme
News: The Union Cabinet approved GEC Phase-III on September 30 to enable evacuation of up to 135 GW of renewable energy across States and Union Territories. About Green Energy Corridor Phase-III Scheme Green Energy Corridors (GEC) are dedicated power transmission networks developed to evacuate and integrate renewable energy into the grid. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of… Continue reading Green Energy Corridor Phase-III Scheme
Cardiff MoU
News: Leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland signed an MoU in Cardiff, advocating constitutional change and affirming their nations’ right to self-determination. About Cardiff MoU Signatories: The Cardiff MoU is a political statement and a non-binding agreement signed by Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, calling for constitutional change and asserting the principle of self-determination.… Continue reading Cardiff MoU
AASHVAST Labs
News: The Indian Army will soon operate six AASHVAST labs to inspect drones and, eventually, CCTV cameras for firmware-level vulnerabilities. About AASHVAST Labs AASHVAST stands for Assessment and Analysis of Electronic Systems Hardware for Vulnerabilities and Security Threats. It is a firmware analysis and validation suite developed by QuickPay Pvt. Ltd. for the Directorate General… Continue reading AASHVAST Labs
PRAGATI-50 Initiative
News: MoHUA has identified 50 model cities under PRAGATI-50 to promote higher standards of ‘Swachhata’ through KPI-based and technology-enabled monitoring. About PRAGATI-50 Initiative The PRAGATI-50 Initiative is a targeted urban sanitation and governance program. Nodal ministry: It was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). Aim: It aims to bring visible and… Continue reading PRAGATI-50 Initiative
Pub Ad Optional Daily Brief – 1 – October – 2026
PUB AD PYQ VAULT | Day 56 | PYQ (2017) Various components of Human Resource Management are inter-related. Discuss. Keyword of the Day | Span of Control The number of subordinates who report directly to a superior in an organisation. V. A. Graicunas analysed the relationships between a superior and subordinates. Thinker of the Day… Continue reading Pub Ad Optional Daily Brief – 1 – October – 2026
UPSC Prelims Marathon 1 October – Pala and Sena Dynasty – 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 1 October Pala and Sena Dynasty 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 1 October – Pala and Sena Dynasty – 2026
