News: Every monsoon in Darjeeling hills, breeding habitats of the Himalayan salamander are shrinking, prompting restoration efforts by the West Bengal Forest Department. About Himalayan Salamander The Himalayan salamander (Tylototriton himalayanus) is a rare, semi-aquatic amphibian found in the hilly regions of the Eastern Himalaya. It is one of only two salamander species in India,… Continue reading Himalayan Salamander
[UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #139: Anuradha Prasad Board, Geography Optional, Tamil Nadu Home State
Date of Interview: 21/01/2026 FN Board: Anuradha Prasad Mam Optional: Geography Home State: Tamilnadu DAF Keywords: Information Technology, Tenkasi, Chennai, NSS Work in CMRL at St.Thomas Mount Metro and ODF, Cricket, Tamilnadu, TCS, United India Insurance, Geography Optional To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2025, visit this page Chairman Your Name is mixed with 2 god names… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #139: Anuradha Prasad Board, Geography Optional, Tamil Nadu Home State
Tirukkural
News: Thiruvalluvar was invoked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thiruvalluvar Day, praising his works and urging people to read Thirukkural. About Thirukkural The Tirukkural (literally “Sacred Couplets”) is a classical Tamil text consisting of 1,330 couplets on ethics, politics, economics, and love. Authored by: It was authored by Thiruvalluvar. Timeline: It was composed during… Continue reading Tirukkural
[UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #138: Dinesh Dasa Board, Zoology Optional, Kerala Home State,
Date of Interview: 20/01/2026 Board: Dinesh Dasa Sir Optional: Zoology Home State: Kerala Key DAF details– Optional – Zoology, Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, Delhi University, Dance- indian classical and Folk forms, Health camp at Burari village(rest not asked), Reflective walking. To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2025, visit this page Chairman I started with a good afternoon when… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #138: Dinesh Dasa Board, Zoology Optional, Kerala Home State,
Pax Silica – Importance & Challenges for India – Explained Pointwise
India joins the US-led tech alliance Pax Silica that seeks to build a common supply chain for electronics & critical minerals to withstand disruptions by China. In this regard, let us understand what Pax Silica is & its importance as well as challenges – especially from India’s perspective. Table of Content What is Pax Silica?… Continue reading Pax Silica – Importance & Challenges for India – Explained Pointwise
[UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #137: Anuradha Prasad Board, PSIR Optional, Punjab Home State
Date of Interview: 20 Jan, 2026 (Forenoon) Board: Anuradha Prasad Mam Optional: PSIR Home State: Punjab Hobbies: Kickboxing, Cooking DAF Keywords: Punjab, Badminton, Kickboxing, Cooking, NGO elderly, PSIR, Mechanica Engg., Energy Saving Project To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2025, visit this page Chairman So you are a sportsperson and play badminton, are you aware about… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2025] – Transcript #137: Anuradha Prasad Board, PSIR Optional, Punjab Home State
Bio-AI Mulankur
News: DBT along with the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), will establish “Bio-AI Mulankur” hubs in 2026. About Bio-AI Mulankur “Bio-AI Mulankur” hubs is to create integrated, closed-loop research platforms where AI-based predictions, laboratory validation and data analytics operate in a unified framework. Established by: Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Biotechnology Industry Research… Continue reading Bio-AI Mulankur
Bharat GI
News: Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet Inc., visited the Bharat GI Coffee Lounge at the Bharat Mandapam during the India AI Impact Summit 2026. About Bharat GI Bharat GI as a unified national intellectual property brand to showcase India’s unique GI products to the global market. Launched By: Department for Promotion of Industry and… Continue reading Bharat GI
Panama Disease
News: Scientist from The University of Queensland identified a genomic region that provides resistance to Fusarium wilt Subtropical Race 4 (STR4). About Panama Disease Panama disease, also called banana wilt, is a destructive plant disease that affects banana crops. Caused by: Soil-dwelling fungus (Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense), especially its virulent Tropical Race 4 (TR4) strains.… Continue reading Panama Disease
UPSC Prelims Marathon 21 February – Fundamental Rights (Articles 32–35), Writs, and special provisions. – 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 21 February Fundamental Rights (Articles 32–35), Writs, and special provisions. For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive –… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 21 February – Fundamental Rights (Articles 32–35), Writs, and special provisions. – 2026
