Category: National

Event: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal inaugurated the “Live Cases” Dashboard under the Legal Information Management and Briefing System (LIMBS). Date & Venue: 14th October 2025, at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi. Purpose: Objective: Context: About LIMBS: Significance:

The Government of Kerala has notified snakebite envenomation as a disease of utmost public health importance under Section 28 of the Kerala Public Health Act, 2023. This move enables better documentation, data gathering, research, and data-driven management of snakebite cases across the State. (Source: TH)

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has launched “Mausamgram” (Har Har Mausam, Har Ghar Mausam) — a unique citizen-focused weather platform designed to provide hyperlocal, location-specific forecasts across India. Coverage and Accessibility: The system offers weather forecasts down to the village level, enabling citizens to access data through PIN code, location name, or by selecting state, district, block, and gram panchayat. Forecast Details: Language and Inclusivity: “Mausamgram” is available in all Read More …

The Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is considering the launch of a new scheme — the National Camel Sustainability Initiative (NCSI) — to address the sharp decline in India’s camel population and promote sustainable camel rearing practices. Significance:The proposed National Camel Sustainability Initiative (NCSI) aims to combine conservation with livelihood generation, ensuring the survival of India’s indigenous camel breeds, revitalising desert ecosystems, and preserving the cultural heritage Read More …

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has formally recognised three major ports as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM): About the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM): In Essence:By designating Deendayal, V.O. Chidambaranar, and Paradip ports as Green Hydrogen Hubs, India has taken a major step toward creating a robust green hydrogen ecosystem, supporting its vision of a clean, sustainable, and self-reliant energy future.

The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, launched the revamped ‘Sugamya Bharat App’ during the Purple Fest held in Goa. Vision and Objective: Design and Development: Key Features: Significance:

On October 9, 2025, a five-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court of India ruled that sitting judges in the subordinate judiciary are eligible to compete for the post of district judge through direct recruitment. Significance:This ruling marks a major reform in judicial appointments, expanding opportunities for subordinate judges and broadening the talent pool for India’s district judiciary, thereby promoting merit, equality, and judicial efficiency. (Source: IE)

The Indian Army has begun procuring the indigenous ‘Saksham’ Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS) Grid System to enhance airspace security and neutralise aerial threats in real time. Key Features of Saksham CUAS Grid System Strategic Context and Recent Developments Operational Advantages (Source: TH)

A Supreme Court recently ruled that age limits under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021 do not apply to couples who froze embryos and began the surrogacy process before January 25, 2022, when the law came into force. Case Background Legal Reasoning Relevant Law Implications (Source: TH)

The Supreme Court issued notices to the Union government and the Election Commission of India (ECI) seeking their responses. Petition Details Legal Arguments Past Judicial Position Current Status (Source: TH)

Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in collaboration with the Integrated Defence Staff (IDS) and the Tri-Services, today released Indian Radio Software Architecture (IRSA) standard 1.0 to enable interoperability in Military Communication.

India unveiled its National Red List Roadmap and Vision 2025–2030 at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025, marking a key step in developing a comprehensive national framework for species assessment and conservation. Objectives and Significance India’s Biodiversity Profile Legal and Policy Framework Global Context

The Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has announced the transfer of technology for several electronics and IT-based innovations developed under its national programme AgriEnIcs. The technologies aim to enhance cattle health monitoring, food quality detection, and environmental management through sensor-based systems. Technologies Transferred About the AgriEnIcs Programme Impact and Objective

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested eight accused and identified 45 suspects under Operation HAECHI-VI, a global exercise led by Interpol aimed at curbing transnational cyber-enabled financial crimes. Global Focus Areas The operation targeted seven major categories of offences, including: International Collaboration Acting on operational intelligence shared by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ), the CBI took coordinated action in Read More …