Why in the News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana. The project marks a major milestone in clean mobility, green rail transport, and indigenous railway technology, placing India among a few nations operating hydrogen trains and strengthening its indo-pacific strategy through technological leadership…
Why in the News ? On the occasion of International Justice Day, Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal reaffirmed India’s commitment to building a just, equitable, and compassionate society, emphasizing equal opportunities, accessible justice, and respect for human dignity through enhanced diplomatic engagement and strategic partnerships with international justice institutions. Observance of…
Universal School of Administration proudly congratulates Cadet L/CPL Sabeer Ahmed on being selected for the prestigious 376 Basic (Mixed) Mountaineering Course at the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Darjeeling. The course will be conducted from 20 September to 17 October 2026. His selection, after successfully clearing the prescribed process, reflects his discipline, determination, physical endurance and commitment…
Universal Group of Institutions proudly congratulates Cadet Prateeksha S.P. on her selection for the prestigious Leadership & Team Building Camp at the National Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi. The camp will be conducted from 30 October to 8 November 2026 and will provide valuable training in leadership, teamwork, discipline, confidence and adventure-based learning. Her selection…
Why in the News ? A reported cyber breach involving a contractor’s server has exposed thousands of engineering-related files linked to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP). While NPCIL has clarified that no nuclear safety systems were compromised, the incident has renewed concerns over cybersecurity of critical infrastructure amid growing strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific…
Why in the News ? The WHO-UNICEF Estimates of National Immunization Coverage (WUENIC) 2025 report reveals that 679,000 Indian children remained zero-dose in their first year of life. Although global vaccination coverage has improved through enhanced multilateral engagement, it has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels. Global Immunisation Status in 2025 ● According to the…
Why in News ? The Union Government has launched the ‘Seafarer-First’ initiative to safeguard Indian seafarers operating in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman following recent attacks on merchant vessels that resulted in casualties and injuries among Indian crew members, reinforcing India’s commitment to regional security cooperation in critical maritime zones….
Why in the News ? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved major initiatives, including Semicon Mission 2.0, the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS), new gas-based urea plants, and Varanasi highway projects, to strengthen manufacturing, infrastructure, and agricultural self-reliance while advancing India’s Indo-Pacific strategy through enhanced technological capabilities and economic interdependence. Major Cabinet…
Why in the News ? The Gujarat Government has launched the Viksit Gujarat Data Centre Policy (2026–29), aiming to attract ₹6 lakh crore in investments and create 7.5 GW of data centre capacity, with a strong emphasis on green energy-powered AI infrastructure. Gujarat’s Vision for Green AI Data Centres ● Gujarat has announced the Viksit…
Why in the News ? China recently conducted its first publicly reported submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test in international waters, demonstrating significant advances in its nuclear capabilities. The test has raised strategic concerns for India, the US and China dynamics, and other Indo-Pacific countries regarding regional deterrence and security, prompting renewed focus on indo-pacific…