PYQ Vault: 560 Questions in 50 Days New this year. Ten years of previous year questions — 560 in all, nothing left out. Roughly eleven questions a day for fifty days, and by the end every single PYQ has passed through your hands. This is not a compilation to read. It is a training tool.… Continue reading PSIR PYQ Vault # Day 40
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 28 – July – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 28 -July – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important themes: Sujan Chinoy in the article in Firstpost focuses on India and China pursuing pragmatic cooperation despite strategic rivalry. Maiwand Safi in his article in ORF critically analysis the impact of US-Iran war and closure of strait of Hormuz on… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 28 – July – 2026
Mechi River and Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
News: The Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project received PMKSY-AIBP support, with completion targeted by March 2029 and ongoing canal remodelling work. About Mechi River Origins: The Mechi River originates in the Mahabharat Range (Mahabharat Lekh) of Nepal as a perennial river. Course: It flows through eastern Nepal and the Darjeeling district of West Bengal before entering… Continue reading Mechi River and Kosi–Mechi Intra-State Link Project
Sarnath Joins UNESCO World Heritage List
News: Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon, has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List during its 48th Committee session. About Sarnath Joins UNESCO World Heritage List Sarnath has become India’s 45th and Uttar Pradesh’s fourth UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tentative List: It has remained on UNESCO’s Tentative List since 1998. Location: It… Continue reading Sarnath Joins UNESCO World Heritage List
Chandipura Virus
News: Two children from Rajasthan have died in recent days after testing positive for the Chandipura virus. About Chandipura Virus Chandipura Virus is a virus of the Rhabdoviridae family. It also includes other members such as the lyssavirus that causes rabies. How it is caused: Several species of sandflies, like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus papatasi,… Continue reading Chandipura Virus
MISHTI Scheme and Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh initiative
News: Andhra Pradesh secured second place under the MISHTI scheme after restoring 2,047.70 hectares of mangroves during 2025–26. About MISHTI Scheme Full form: Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes (MISHTI) Scheme It is a scheme to promote, conserve and restore mangroves for ecological protection and climate resilience. Launched by: The Ministry of Environment,… Continue reading MISHTI Scheme and Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh initiative
Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
News: In Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, sustainable cultivation of the endangered medicinal herb Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) is helping conserve the species and supporting the rural mountain economy. About Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) It is a medicinal herb, locally known as Kutki. Botanical name: Its botanical name is Picrorhiza kurroa. Native to: It is native to the… Continue reading Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
Undavalli Caves
News: For two days, the 7th-century Undavalli Caves became a vibrant venue for the first Andhra Pradesh Telugu Mahotsavam, celebrating the Telugu language, literature, music, poetry, folk songs, storytelling, and cultural traditions. About Undavalli Caves They are a monolithic caves are example of Indian rock-cut architecture. Location: They are located near Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. They… Continue reading Undavalli Caves
Education System in India – Challenges & Reforms Needed – Explained Pointwise
India’s vast education system faces deep structural challenges, balancing massive scale with quality imperatives. The recent student protests in Delhi – triggered by examination paper leaks and administrative lapses – underscore the urgent need for systemic reforms. Modernizing the sector demands accountability, quality, and credibility in education while aligning the system with the aspirations of… Continue reading Education System in India – Challenges & Reforms Needed – Explained Pointwise
CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance
News: The Central Board of Direct Taxes has released a guidance note on crypto-asset reporting obligations, aligning India’s tax reporting framework with the OECD framework. About CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance Definition of crypto as per Indian law: India’s income tax law defines a “crypto-asset” as a digital representation of value that relies on a cryptographically… Continue reading CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance
