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Why in News? Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy inaugurated a Centre of Excellence (CoE) under the National Critical Minerals Mission and India’s first Virtual Reality Mine Simulator (VRMS) at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. Key Highlights Source: PIB
Why in news:Following the Supreme Court’s February 2024 judgment scrapping the Electoral Bonds Scheme, companies have increasingly shifted back to electoral trusts as a preferred and lawful channel for political donations in FY 2024–25. Key Trends What are Electoral Trusts? Who Can Donate? Under Section 17CA of the Income Tax Act: Key Features of Electoral Trusts Electoral Trusts vs Electoral Bonds Aspect Electoral Trusts Electoral Bonds (Scrapped) Donor anonymity ❌ Read More …
The Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj organised the PESA Mahotsav in Visakhapatnam on 23–24 December 2025, marking the anniversary of the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA). The event focused on reviewing progress and reaffirming the role of Gram Sabhas in tribal self-governance. 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 Limitation: The 73rd Amendment did not automatically apply to Scheduled Areas, which have a high tribal population. Scheduled Areas and Read More …
Why in News:The Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI), operationalised on the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP), has helped prevent ₹660 crore worth of cyber fraud losses within six months of its rollout on 22 May 2025. About Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) Current Status & Impact Significance
The Indian Navy on 22 December 2025 inducted Anjadip, the third of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWC), strengthening its coastal and shallow-water anti-submarine capabilities. Key Details Technical Features Strategic Significance Legacy
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched the ‘SHAKTI Scholars: NCW Young Research Fellowship’, inviting applications from students and young researchers for policy-oriented research on issues concerning women across India.
Why in News The Government of India highlighted the progress of the TIDE 2.0 Scheme, under which 1,706 technology start-ups have been supported so far, with several scaling globally. About TIDE 2.0 Key Features Support to Start-ups Centres of Excellence in Intellectual Property Rights (CoE-IP) Progress So Far
Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav rejected claims of dilution of protections for the Aravalli hills, reiterating commitment to conserving this fragile ecosystem. Geographical Significance Uniform Definition for Mining Regulation Supreme Court Directions Current Mining Footprint
About TIDE 2.0 Implementation and Support Achievements So Far Centres of Excellence in Intellectual Property Rights (CoE-IP)
India’s bridge infrastructure is emerging as a defining element of the country’s development story — spanning challenging terrains like deep gorges, restless seas, rivers and mountainous valleys to link people, economies and cultures. These engineering feats not only improve connectivity but also boost tourism, strategic mobility and regional growth. Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link – MTHL) Chenab Bridge New Pamban Bridge Dhola–Sadiya Bridge (Bhupen Hazarika Setu) Anji Khad Bridge Read More …
The Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued an advisory warning citizens about a cyber campaign named “GhostPairing”. Modus Operandi How the Attack Begins Impact on Users Government Advisory to Citizens
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Amulya was commissioned on 19 December 2025. Design and Construction Aatmanirbhar Bharat Push Technical Capabilities Operational Role Base and Command
Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri JP Nadda, in the presence of Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav, inaugurated the Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine. Theme of the Summit Key Highlights Inauguration of WHO SEARO Complex Adoption of Delhi Declaration Launch of Traditional Medicine Global Library
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on 20 December stated that eggs available in India are safe for human consumption. Allegations Addressed Regulatory Position on Nitrofurans Residue Limits Explained Alignment with Global Standards Source: TH
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 20 December inaugurated the new terminal building of Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport, Guwahati. Key Features of the New Terminal Design Inspiration: ‘Bamboo Orchids’ Theme Project Cost and Strategic Vision Boost to Connectivity and Growth Overall Significance