WHY IN THE NEWS ? Argentina has renewed its claim over the Falkland Islands, known as Las Malvinas in Argentina, prompting Britain to reaffirm its sovereignty.The dispute has resurfaced amid controversy over oil exploration, renewed diplomatic tensions and references to a possible change in U.S. policy towards the issue. FALKLANDS DISPUTE AND RECENT DEVELOPMENTS ●…
WHY IN THE NEWS ? Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has approved the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Nautor Regularisation) Rules, 2026.The rules establish a uniform mechanism to grant proprietary rights over eligible nautor land, addressing a long-standing issue involving landholders while protecting public and Council land. NAUTOR LAND REGULARISATION AND PROPRIETARY RIGHTS ● …
WHY IN THE NEWS? The Union Government deferred the 2027 Census in Manipur amid demands from Meitei and Naga groups for an NRC exercise before the Census.The issue has renewed debates over citizenship, migration, displacement, demographic change and political representation in the conflict-affected State. NRC DEMAND, DEMOGRAPHIC CONCERNS AND DELIMITATION ● Ethnic Geography:…
WHY IN THE NEWS? OpenAI has released GPT-6 Astra, a frontier AI model claiming improvements in computer use, coding, cybersecurity and long-running tasks.Astra is the first OpenAI model classified at the “critical” cybersecurity capability level under its Preparedness Framework. ASTRA’S AUTONOMOUS AI AND REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS: ● End-to-End Tasks: Astra is designed to perform…
WHY IN THE NEWS? ● Global food prices rose in August to their highest level since late 2022, according to the FAO Food Price Index. ● The increase reflects growing concerns over extreme weather, geopolitical conflicts, disrupted trade routes and agricultural supply risks. ● Higher prices of cereals, vegetable…
Why in the News ? On Teachers’ Day, President Droupadi Murmu will confer National Teachers’ Awards in New Delhi, recognising exemplary educators from school and higher education institutions. She emphasised continuous learning, technological adoption, innovative pedagogy, independent thinking and teachers’ role in shaping responsible citizens. Teachers’ Day and National Teachers’ Awards ● Presidential…
Why in the News ? The latest National Accounts Statistics (NAS) reports manufacturing GVA at ₹38.6 lakh crore for 2023–24. However, an alternative estimate based on ASI and ASUSE data produces a substantially lower figure, raising concerns over methodology, data coverage and independent verification of GDP estimates. Manufacturing GVA Gap and Alternative Estimates ● …
Why in the News ? The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the ongoing El Niño could intensify through 2027 and potentially become the strongest observed since systematic monitoring began. Exceptionally warm Pacific Ocean temperatures may increase the likelihood of widespread extreme weather events. El Niño Intensification and Global Weather Risks ● …
Why in the News ? India hosted the Quad Sherpas’ Meeting in New Delhi under Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The meeting reviewed cooperation in maritime security, emerging technologies, economic security and humanitarian assistance, while preparing for the next Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Quad Sherpas’ Meeting and Key Areas ● Strategic coordination: The meeting…
Why in the News ? ISRO successfully launched EOS-05, an advanced Earth observation satellite, aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. The satellite was placed into sub-geosynchronous orbit and is expected to strengthen real-time Earth imaging for agriculture and disaster management. EOS-05 Mission and Its Significance ● Successful launch: The…