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2017-07-26 19:06:00

What is testosterone screening? Concept with details and it's importance

What?   Testosterone screening is a routine medical blood test used to measure the levels of testosterone—the primary sex hormone in males, though also present in smaller amounts in females—in your body. Because hormone levels fluctuate throughout the day, peaking in the early morning hours, this screening is almost always...
Art & Culture
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2016-07-26 15:35:00

All about Skyroot’s Vikram-1 and Mission Aagaman : India’s First Private Orbital Rocket

What? Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 represents a historic milestone: it is India’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket. Developed by the Hyderabad-based aerospace startup, the launch of Vikram-1 marks the official transition of India's private space sector from experimental suborbital flights to active, commercial orbital...
Science & Technology
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2015-07-26 16:16:00

All about Modi Government's massive ₹2.19 lakh crore mega electronics package

What?   The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a massive ₹2.19 lakh crore mega electronics package. This double-barrel approval marks the transition into next-generation domestic manufacturing by backing Semicon 2.0 (₹1.275 lakh crore) and launching the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme 2.0 (₹62,500 crore). ...
Current Affairs
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2012-07-26 13:45:00

Will the NIFTY crash on US Iran war?

Iran Moves to Close Strait of Hormuz: Should Investors Fear a Nifty Crash?     # The Strait of Hormuz Crisis   The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically vital maritime chokepoints, has once again become the center of global geopolitical tension as Iran threatens to restrict or close access to this...
Economy
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2029-06-26 08:59:00

What are the features of Newly launched Aarogya Setu App 2.0?

What? The Aarogya Setu app, which originally gained fame as India's premier contact-tracing tool during the COVID-19 pandemic, has officially been completely reimagined and relaunched as Aarogya Setu 2.0. The Union Health Ministry revamped it into a comprehensive, citizen-centric Personal Health Record (PHR) application, completely shifti...
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2029-06-26 00:09:00

Why has Russia deployed nuclear warship in Artic's Severomorsk?

What? Russia has stationed its most powerful nuclear-powered surface warship, Admiral Nakhimov, at the strategic Arctic naval base of Severomorsk, a move seen as strengthening Moscow's nuclear deterrence and sending a strong message to Nato as the war in Ukraine enters a new phase. The deployment comes as Ukraine has launched a 40-day cam...
International Relations
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2028-06-26 19:29:00

What are the Key Sectors/agreements signed between India and Seychelles?

India and Seychelles have signed 19 agreements spanning defence, maritime security, digital payments, healthcare, space cooperation and the Blue Economy, significantly expanding their strategic partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the island nation. The agreements were signed following delegation-level talks bet...
International Relations
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2028-06-26 14:58:00

What may be the features of New Wagon Policy of the Indian Railways?

Indian Railways is set to introduce a new Wagon Design Policy aimed at modernising freight operations and making the system more flexible, efficient, and industry-driven. The key reform allows industries and private players to design customised wagons based on the specific requirements of different commodities such as cement, steel, automobiles, an...
Economy
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2028-06-26 11:58:00

भारत–सेशेल्स संबंध (India–Seychelles Relations)

भूमिका (Introduction) भारत और सेशेल्स के संबंध हिंद महासागर क्षेत्र (Indian Ocean Region – IOR) की रणनीतिक राजनीति में अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण स्थान रखते हैं। सेशेल्स एक छोटा द्वीपीय देश है, लेकिन इसकी भौगोलिक स्थिति इसे वैश्विक समुद्री व्यापार मार्गों के केंद्र में स्थापित करती है। यह देश पूर्वी अफ्रीका के पास, मेडागास्कर के उत्तर-पूर्व में...
International Relations
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2027-06-26 18:14:00

What is Operation Amistad launched by India for Venezuela?

Under the 'Operation Amistad', launched by India to offer humanitarian assistance to quake-hit Venezuela, two IAF C-17 Globemaster aircraft carrying relief supplies and a 41-member rescue team departed on Friday to assist the ongoing relief and rescue efforts in that country. In a gesture of solidarity with the people of the Bolivarian...
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2027-06-26 17:51:00

Why is Seychelles important to India?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived in Seychelles on a three-day official visit, marking his second trip to the Indian Ocean island nation since taking office. During the visit, PM Modi will attend the golden jubilee celebrations of Seychelles’ National Day and hold bilateral talks with President Patrick Herminie to further st...
International Relations
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2027-06-26 17:44:00

What is Track 2 Diplomacy? Know Concepts, History and Applications

What?   When official government channels freeze up during a conflict, Track 2 Diplomacy steps in. Think of it as the unofficial, back-channel networking of international relations. While Track 1 involves formal, head-of-state negotiations, Track 2 is the parallel world of non-governmental, informal interactions designed to build trus...
Polity & Governance
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2026-06-26 16:16:00

What is Pax Silica? Why is it in news?

Pax Silica is a US-led strategic initiative to build a “secure, prosperous, and innovation-driven silicon supply chain” — from critical minerals and energy inputs to advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, AI infrastructure, and logistics. India was not part of the founding group when It was launched in December 2025. According...
International Relations
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2025-06-26 23:35:00

Is passport a proof of citizenship? If not then what is the proof of citizenship in India?

While an Indian passport is widely accepted as strong evidence of nationality for travel and identity purposes, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Indian courts have made a strict legal distinction between a travel document and absolute proof of citizenship. Why a Passport Isn't Conclusive Proof? The Passports Act, 1967 (Section 2...
Internal Security
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2016-06-26 16:08:00

Helium-3: The Rare Lunar Resource

Helium-3: The Rare Lunar Resource and Its Strategic Importance (UPSC Perspective) Helium-3 (He-3) is a rare isotope of helium that has gained global attention due to its potential role in future clean energy systems and advanced scientific applications. Unlike the more common Helium-4 found on Earth, Helium-3 is extremely scarce on our planet bu...
Science & Technology
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2013-06-26 20:16:00

Sudarshan Chakra Air Defence System: India’s Multi-Layered Defence Shield

Sudarshan Chakra: India’s Multi-Layered Air Defence Shield India has significantly advanced its air defence capabilities with the conceptual and ongoing development of the Sudarshan Chakra multi-layered air defence system, an integrated shield designed to detect, track, and neutralize a wide range of aerial threats. These include ballistic...
Internal Security
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2010-06-26 20:06:00

What is the relation of bond prices, bond yield and the Israel-Iran war crisis?

To understand how geopolitics impacts the financial markets, we have to look at two things: the fundamental "see-saw" relationship between bond prices and yields, and how a macroeconomic shock—like the Israel-Iran war crisis—disrupts that balance. Here is a breakdown of how these elements connect.   The Fundament...
Economy
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2009-06-26 17:04:00

Why Zojila Tunnel Matters?

Background   The Zojila Tunnel is arguably one of the most critical infrastructure projects in modern India. Located at an altitude of 11,578 feet, this 13.15-km engineering marvel connects Sonamarg in Jammu & Kashmir to the Dras-Kargil region in Ladakh. Its significance spans national security, economic survival, and extreme enginee...
Internal Security
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2008-06-26 17:44:00

Know All about Shigella Disease in India

Background    A heartbreaking incident has shaken the state of Kerala as a 4-year-old child lost their life due to a severe Shigella infection, a highly contagious bacterial disease that primarily affects the digestive system. The young victim reportedly suffered from acute symptoms including high fever, bloody diarrhea, severe abdo...
Art & Culture
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2008-06-26 17:10:00

Differences between Direct vs regular mutual funds

What Are Direct Mutual Funds?   Direct mutual funds are investment plans that investors purchase directly from the Asset Management Company (AMC) without involving any intermediary, broker, or distributor. Since there is no middleman involved in the transaction, investors are not required to pay any commission or brokerage fees, which re...
Economy
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