Mission Sudarshan Chakra   On the 79th Independence Day, the Prime Minister of India formally unveiled Mission Sudarshan Chakra, signaling a transformative step in India’s defense and strategic capabilities. Designed to address both contemporary and emerging security threats, the mission seeks to establish a multi-layered defense shield across the country. Far beyond a mere protec...

Jute: India’s Golden Fibre and the New Import Regulation Shift   India’s recent decision to ban imports of certain jute products and ropes from Bangladesh through all land routes marks a decisive move to protect domestic industry and ensure strict quality control. As per the order, these jute items can now enter the country only through the Nhava Sheva Seaport in Maharashtra...

Satellite Internet Starlink’s impending launch positions India for a major digital transformation. By leveraging satellites instead of traditional cables, it promises seamless internet access in remote and hard-to-reach areas, bridging the digital divide while enhancing nationwide connectivity, strategic communications, and opportunities for economic and technological advancement. --...

Integrated Disaster Preparedness Drills in India   India’s geographical diversity, while a source of immense natural wealth, also places it among the most disaster-prone nations in the world. With over half of its landmass exposed to earthquakes, large swathes vulnerable to droughts, and a vast coastline susceptible to cyclones and tsunamis, the nation faces continuous challenges...

Defence Production in India: Record Growth and Strategic Transformation India’s domestic defence production in the financial year 2024–25 achieved an all-time high, crossing ₹1.51 lakh crore. This remarkable performance represents an 18% year-on-year increase compared to FY 2023–24 and an impressive 90% surge since FY 2019–20. Such consistent growth reflects deepening...

WHO Recognizes Hepatitis D Virus as a Cause of Liver Cancer The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have officially classified the Hepatitis D virus (HDV) as a Group 1 carcinogen, a category reserved for substances and agents with proven evidence of causing cancer in humans. This classification firmly places HDV alongside Hepatitis B virus...

U.S. Imposes 25% Tariff on Indian Imports: A Trade Disruption Rooted in Geopolitics   On August 1, 2025, the United States government, under its current presidential administration, formally announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian imports. This development, unfolding in the backdrop of increasing friction in global trade norms and foreign policy alignments, is more than just...

International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA): A Global Step Toward Big Cat Conservation The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) stands as a significant global initiative spearheaded by India with a focused vision: to safeguard the world's most majestic and ecologically vital predators—big cats. Launched in April 2023, the alliance marks a new chapter in international wildlife cooperation....

Vice President Resignation Explained   The sudden resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on the opening day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament has brought the constitutional role of the Vice President back into public discourse. While such an event is rare in Indian politics, its implications go far beyond individual health concerns. It highlights the constitutional procedures...

Electricity in India: Balancing Rapid Growth and Green Ambitions India's electricity sector presents a fascinating paradox: a nation experiencing unprecedented economic expansion and soaring energy demand, yet fiercely committed to aggressive decarbonization goals. While the surge in consumption necessitates continued reliance on traditional sources, India is simultaneously making remarkabl...