News: Kerala became India’s first State to declare Bacillus subtilis as its State microbe. About Bacillus subtilis It is the type species for the genus Bacillus which are gram-positive, spore-forming bacilli. Found in: It is commonly found in diverse environments ranging from soil to the gastrointestinal tract of cattle and humans. Properties: It can produce endospores by… Continue reading Bacillus subtilis
Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)
News: The Indian Navy has assumed command of Combined Task Force 154 under the Combined Maritime Forces, reinforcing India’s commitment to maritime security and capacity building. About Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) About: Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) is a multinational maritime partnership that supports the International Rules-Based Order to promote security, stability and prosperity across approximately… Continue reading Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)
Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs)
News: Researchers have compiled the first government-supported national biobank of a sub-section of rare diseases called Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs). About Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs) About: They are rare genetic conditions that cause a buildup of toxic materials in your body’s cells. Cause: These genetic disorders are caused by a deficiency of specific enzymes that… Continue reading Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs)
UPSC Prelims Marathon 14 February – Citizenship – 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 14 February Citizenship For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule, refer to the… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 14 February – Citizenship – 2026
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 14 February 2026
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 14 February 2026
10 PM Daily UPSC Current Affairs 13 February 2026
We are posting 10 PM UPSC Current Affairs 13 February 2026 MCQs for today. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, On a daily basis, we post 10 MCQs, based on daily current affairs from PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, DTE, TOI, and Live Mint. Daily UPSC Current Affairs Quiz 10 PM Current Affairs MCQs Archive – Click Here… Continue reading 10 PM Daily UPSC Current Affairs 13 February 2026
Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission
Source: The post “Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission has been created, based on “Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission” published in “The Hindu ” on 13 February 2026. Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Polity Context: The 16th Finance Commission, chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its… Continue reading Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission
AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure
Source: The post “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” has been created, based on “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” published in “The Hindu” on 13 February 2026. AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules,… Continue reading AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure
Welfare for all — the AI race India should win
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and technology Introduction India’s AI journey must move beyond global competition and technological display. The real opportunity lies in solving basic development gaps. Seventy per cent of global food comes from low-productivity small farmers. 4.5 billion people lack essential healthcare. 739 million adults and 250 million children lack basic… Continue reading Welfare for all — the AI race India should win
Farmers’ Pulse: On India and its Demand for Pulses
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Agricultural Introduction India manages its high demand for pulses through imports, price stabilisation, and limited MSP procurement. Yet domestic production remains below demand. Pulses are vital for nutrition and rural livelihoods. Recent concerns over possible import commitments have increased political sensitivity. The issue reflects deeper structural weaknesses in procurement, pricing,… Continue reading Farmers’ Pulse: On India and its Demand for Pulses
