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2022-02-26 14:56:00

What are Japan's disputes with Russia and South Korea?

What?   Japan has two major ongoing territorial disputes with its neighbors: one with Russia over the southern Kuril Islands (known as the Northern Territories in Japan), and another with South Korea over the Liancourt Rocks (called Dokdo in South Korea and Takeshima in Japan). These disputes stem from historical events, particularly Wor...
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2022-02-26 14:29:00

What is NASA's Artemis II Mission? What is it delayed?

What is the mission about?   Artemis II is NASA's upcoming crewed lunar mission, the second flight in the Artemis program (which aims to return humans to the Moon sustainably, establish a long-term presence, and prepare for future Mars missions). It will be the first crewed mission to fly around the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972 &m...
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2021-02-26 18:21:00

What happens now after US Supreme Court strikes down US Tariffs policy?

The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision on February 20, 2026, struck down a significant portion of President Donald Trump's tariffs, specifically those imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court ruled that President Trump overstepped his authority by using a law designated for national emergencies to implement...
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2010-02-26 15:42:00

What are RBI's new directives for loans to MSME?

Background   The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has instructed banks not to demand collateral security for loans extended up to ₹20 lakh to units within the Micro and Small Enterprises (MSE) sector. This directive, issued on Monday, February 9, 2026, amends the existing 'Lending to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector'...
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2010-02-26 15:03:00

Why are Indian oil imports from Russia decreasing?

BACKGROUND   India's imports of crude oil from Russia have seen a significant and notable decline, raising concerns about a potential "major setback" in the oil trade dynamics. While the Indian government has maintained silence on any explicit halt, various factors—including US pressure, sanctions, and strategic diver...
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2008-02-26 08:41:00

12 point framework : Know about India US trade deal in 12 points!

The White House released a joint statement outlining a 12-point framework for an interim trade agreement between India and the United States, marking a significant step towards a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). This interim deal aims to address long-standing trade barriers and foster closer economic ties.     What are th...
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2030-01-26 06:48:00

What is Primary hyperoxaluria (PH)?

What?     Primary hyperoxaluria (PH) is a rare group of inherited genetic metabolic disorders characterized by the overproduction of oxalate, a waste product normally excreted by the kidneys. This leads to high levels of oxalate in the urine (hyperoxaluria), causing recurrent kidney and bladder stones, nephrocalcinosis (calcium d...
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2030-01-26 06:39:00

Skill India-What are India's statistics, challenges and Solutions? What does Economic Survey 2025-2026 say?

Background     India's Economic Survey 2025-26, tabled in Parliament on January 29, 2026, underscores the critical role of enhanced skilling and vocational training in realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047—a developed India with a $30 trillion economy and a skilled workforce of nearly 500 million. The survey emp...
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2029-01-26 13:51:00

नए UGC Bill में क्या खतरे? कोर्ट ने क्या कहा?

क्या हुआ?     सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने विश्वविद्यालय अनुदान आयोग (UGC) के 'उच्च शिक्षा संस्थानों में समानता को बढ़ावा देने' संबंधी नए नियमों (2026) पर रोक लगा दी है, जिसमें 'दुरुपयोग का खतरा' और अस्पष्टता का हवाला दिया गया है. शीर्ष अदालत ने केंद्र सरकार से इस मामले में जवाब मांगा है और नियमों को फिर से बनाने पर विचार करन...
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2029-01-26 13:32:00

Which all Indian prominent personalities have died in air crashes in the past?

Several prominent Indian leaders have tragically lost their lives in plane and helicopter crashes over the years. This includes recent incidents involving high-profile figures such as Ajit Pawar and General Bipin Rawat. Here is a list of some top Indian leaders who died in deadly plane and helicopter crashes: Recent Tragedies: Ajit Pawa...
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2029-01-26 13:22:00

What are the areas of Cooperation between China and UK?

Background   China and the United Kingdom maintain a multifaceted relationship characterized by cooperation in various sectors, despite periodic tensions over issues like human rights, security, and geopolitics. Recent developments, including a meeting between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping on January 29,...
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2028-01-26 06:22:00

Why UGC Regulations are being opposed? What provisions does they contain?

Background     The University Grants Commission's (UGC) "Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026" has ignited widespread protests, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Supreme Court, and a heated debate over the law's intended beneficiaries. These regulations, notified on J...
Polity & Governance
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2027-01-26 16:53:00

मैडमैन थ्योरी: डोनाल्ड ट्रंप की कूटनीतिक रणनीति और इसका इतिहास

परिभाषा      'मैडमैन थ्योरी' कूटनीति की एक रणनीति है जिसमें एक नेता जानबूझकर खुद को अप्रत्याशित, आक्रामक और खतरनाक के रूप में प्रस्तुत करता है, ताकि विरोधी देश डरकर उसकी मांगों को मान लें और टकराव से बचें. इस सिद्धांत का मुख्य उद्देश्य प्रतिद्वंद्वी के मन में यह विश्वास पैदा करना है कि नेता किसी भी हद तक जा सकता है, ...
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2027-01-26 16:36:00

Why is Sudan facing a civil war? Background and history

Background     Sudan's history is marked by deep-seated divisions along ethnic, religious, regional, and resource lines, stemming from its colonial past under British-Egyptian rule (known as the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium) until independence in 1956.   The country has experienced multiple civil wars, primarily dr...
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2027-01-26 16:20:00

What benefits would India get from FTA with European Union (EU)?

Background     The India-EU FTA, finalized on January 27, 2026, and hailed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the "mother of all deals," creates one of the world's largest free trade zones, covering nearly 2 billion people and 25% of global GDP. This landmark pact, after nearly two decades of negotiations, is exp...
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2026-01-26 18:29:00

What is Pax Silica? What are India's advantages and challenges in joining Pax Silica?

Background     Pax Silica is a U.S.-led international initiative focused on building secure, resilient, and innovation-driven supply chains for technologies essential to the AI era, particularly those involving silicon, critical minerals, semiconductors, and advanced computing.   The name draws from "Pax"...
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2026-01-26 10:52:00

All about Padma Awardee Dr. Armida Fernandez, founder of Human Milk bank

Dr. Armida Fernandez is a pioneering Indian neonatologist and social activist, renowned for her contributions to maternal and child health, particularly among underprivileged communities in urban India. On January 25, 2026, she was conferred the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, in the field of Medicine by the Government of In...
Science & Technology
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2025-01-26 07:37:00

15 अगस्त और 26 जनवरी को झंडा फहराने का तरीका अलग अलग कैसे और क्यों हैं?

भारत में 15 अगस्त (स्वतंत्रता दिवस) और 26 जनवरी (गणतंत्र दिवस) दोनों राष्ट्रीय पर्व हैं, और दोनों दिनों पर राष्ट्रीय ध्वज (तिरंगा) फहराया जाता है, लेकिन तरीका अलग-अलग होता है। यह अंतर सिर्फ प्रक्रिया का नहीं, बल्कि ऐतिहासिक और संवैधानिक महत्व का प्रतीक है।   कैसे अलग है तरीका?   ध्वजारोहण (Flag Hoisting) बनाम झंडा फहराना (Flag U...
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2025-01-26 07:03:00

गोल्ड ईटीएफ (Gold ETF) क्या है?

गोल्ड एक्सचेंज ट्रेडेड फंड (Gold ETF) एक प्रकार का म्यूचुअल फंड है जो स्टॉक एक्सचेंज (NSE/BSE) पर ट्रेड होता है। यह फिजिकल गोल्ड (99.5%+ शुद्ध सोना) की कीमत को ट्रैक करता है। एक यूनिट आमतौर पर 1 ग्राम सोने के बराबर होती है। फंड में फिजिकल गोल्ड रखा जाता है (कस्टोडियन जैसे बैंक द्वारा सुरक्षित), इसलिए आपको घर पर सोना स्टोर करने, चोरी/मेकिंग चार्जेस ...
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2023-01-26 17:26:00

Why does Germany wants to build Europe's strongest Army?

Background   Germany is undertaking a significant military surge with the stated aim of building Europe's strongest army, a dramatic shift from its post-World War II defense posture. This ambition is driven by a confluence of geopolitical changes and security concerns, primarily stemming from Russia's aggression in Ukraine and a ...
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