News: Scientists at the University of the Philippines are establishing the nation’s first cryobank to conserve coral genetic material and aid in reef restoration. About the Coral Larvae Cryobank Project Coral Larvae Cryobank is set up by the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute. The project is part of a wider regional initiative that links… Continue reading Coral Larvae Cryobank Project and Coral Triangle
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Balasan river
News: Recently, heavy rains caused landslides and flooding in the Darjeeling hills, damaging roads and infrastructure, including the collapse of the Dudiya iron bridge over the Balasan river. About Balasan River It is a perennial river flowing in the Darjeeling District of West Bengal. Origin: It originates from Lepchajagat on the Ghum-Simana ridge at an… Continue reading Balasan river
Clean energy rise needs climate finance expansion
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Infrastructure ( Energy). Introduction India’s clean energy shift is gathering speed. Solar capacity rose by 24.5 GW in 2024, placing India third after China and the U.S. It is recognised by the UN Secretary-General’s 2025 Climate Report for scaling solar and wind. Clean energy is also creating jobs and… Continue reading Clean energy rise needs climate finance expansion
The maritime signalling after Operation Sindoor
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Security . Introduction Operation Sindoor has shifted focus to the sea. Visible deployments, missile activity, new inductions, and sharp public warnings now define the signalling space in the Arabian Sea. India emphasises a forward deterrent posture and wider Indo-Pacific alignment; Pakistan has moved to dispersal, survivability, and denial. External… Continue reading The maritime signalling after Operation Sindoor
Diethylene Glycol (DEG)/Ethylene Glycol (EG) and Leptospirosis
News: The Union Health Ministry recently confirmed that cough syrups linked to the recent deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan did not contain contaminants. About Diethylene Glycol (DEG) It is an organic chemical that is mainly used as a chemical intermediate. Appearance: It is a clear, colourless, odourless and stable oily liquid. Group:… Continue reading Diethylene Glycol (DEG)/Ethylene Glycol (EG) and Leptospirosis
Stablecoins
News: Finance Minister highlighted that India may not legalize private cryptocurrencies but must “prepare to engage” with stablecoins to avoid exclusion from global financial shifts. About Stablecoins Stablecoins are a type of cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value by pegging to fiat currencies, commodities, or financial instruments. They are created to reduce price fluctuations… Continue reading Stablecoins
The battlefield, change and the Indian armed forces
Introduction Warfare is shifting fast. AI, drones, automation, and cheap precision weapons lower the cost of force but raise risk. India faces a two-front threat and pressure across land, sea, air, cyber, space, and the information domain. Structures, doctrine, technology, force composition, Professional Military Education (PME), and readiness are being reshaped. Past attempts at jointness… Continue reading The battlefield, change and the Indian armed forces
Statehood to Ladakh – Pros and Cons
Source: The post Statehood to Ladakh – Pros and Cons has been created, based on the article “Should Ladakh get statehood?” published in “The Hindu” on 3 October 2025. Statehood to Ladakh – Pros and Cons. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2– Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States, Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal… Continue reading Statehood to Ladakh – Pros and Cons
Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning (SARAL)
News: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has developed SARAL (Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning) tool. About SARAL SARAL stands for Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning. It is a tool which helps to generate lay person summaries of complex scientific research. Purpose: To make complex scientific research accessible to the general public. Objective:… Continue reading Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning (SARAL)
The transformation of girls’ education
Source: The post The transformation of girls’ education has been created, based on the article “The transformation of girls’ education” published in “The Hindu” on 1 October 2025. The transformation of girls’ education. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2– Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Context: Girls’ education is… Continue reading The transformation of girls’ education
