India on the Move: A Decade of Tourism-Led Growth (Source: Ministry of Tourism | Decadal Review 2014–2026) Topic: GS-1: Indian Society | Heritage | Regional Development , GS-3: Infrastructure | Inclusive Growth | Employment | Tourism Context Key Facts Major Tourism Schemes Swadesh Darshan PRASHAD SASCI CBDD Key Achievements Infrastructure Development Global Competitiveness Digital Initiatives […]
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) (Source: Ministry of Women & Child Development) Topic: GS-1: Indian Society | Children | Vulnerable Sections , GS-2: Welfare Schemes | Child Development | Governance Context Key Facts Award Categories Why Veer Bal Diwas? Observed on 26 December to honour: Young sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, who attained […]
India’s Critical Mineral Mission Gains Momentum (Source: Ministry of Mines | Critical Mineral Auctions) Topic: GS-3: Mineral Resources | Infrastructure | Energy Transition | Economy , GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Context Key Facts Why Critical Minerals Matter Essential for: Key minerals: Legal & Policy Framework MMDR Amendment Act, 2023 National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) […]
India Becomes World’s Top Ship Recycling Nation in 2025 (Source: PIB Analysis | Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways) Topic: GS-3: Infrastructure | Maritime Sector | Circular Economy , GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Context Key Facts Indicator Data Global Share (2025) 35.4% Ships Recycled 2.99 million GT HKC-Compliant Facilities 115 Modernisation Assistance ₹53.5 Cr […]
PRAHAAR: India’s First National Counter-Terrorism Policy & Strategy (Source: PIB Analysis | Ministry of Home Affairs) Topic: GS-3: Internal Security | Terrorism | Cyber Security , GS-2: International Cooperation | Legal Reforms Context Key Facts Indicator Data Launch Date 23 Feb 2026 Terror Incidents (2004–14) 7,217 NIA Conviction Rate 92.7% NIA Budget (2024-25) ₹394.66 Cr […]
Naxal-Free India: Integrated Strategies Defeated Left-Wing Extremism (Source: PIB | Ministry of Home Affairs) Topic: GS-1: Tribal Society | Vulnerable Sections , GS-2: Governance | Welfare Delivery , GS-3: Internal Security | Left-Wing Extremism Key Highlights Context Background Vishwaas: Security & Trust Strengthening Security Infrastructure Technology-Led Operations Special Forces Surrender & Rehabilitation Nirman: Infrastructure Push […]
Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi: Revitalising India’s Cultural Legacy (Source: PIB | Ministry of Culture) Topic: GS-1: Indian Culture | Heritage | Art & Architecture , GS-2: Governance | Cultural Diplomacy | UNESCO Context Monument & Heritage Conservation ASI Conservation National Mission on Monuments & Antiquities (NMMA) Tourism & Pilgrimage Development PRASHAD Scheme Swadesh Darshan HRIDAY […]
The Defence Decade: India’s Enhanced Capability, Capacity & Credibility (2014–2026) (Source: PIB | Ministry of Defence) Topic: GS-2: International Relations | Security Diplomacy, GS-3: Defence Technology | Internal Security | Defence Manufacturing Key Highlights Context * Capability * Capacity * Operational Excellence * Credibility Major Achievements Defence Manufacturing Growth * 16 DPSUs * […]
Iconic Bridges — Pillars of India’s Infrastructure Transformation (Source – PIB Editorial) Topic: GS-3: Infrastructure | Connectivity | Science & Technology , GS-1: Geography | Rivers | Strategic Connectivity Context Key Data Why Bridges Matter? Bridge Technologies Used Extradosed Bridges Cable-Stayed Bridges Beam Bridges Five Iconic Bridges New Saraighat Bridge (Assam) Chambal Bridge (Rajasthan) Narmada […]
Why Is Net FDI Falling? (Source – PIB Editorial) Topic: GS-3: Indian Economy | Investment | Balance of Payments (BoP) | FDI Context India’s Net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has declined sharply in recent years despite record gross FDI inflows. While this has raised concerns about foreign investor sentiment, the trend largely reflects rising capital […]