The U.S. Senate recently passed a largely symbolic concurrent resolution (50-48 vote) directing the U.S. President to end hostilities with Iran unless Congress explicitly authorizes military action. More on the News Background of the Conflict Understanding the 1973 War Powers Act Prelims Question Q. With reference to the legislative mechanisms and the War Powers Act […]

The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) have launched a joint global appeal seeking $202 million. The objective is to proactively shield 8.8 million people across 22 high-risk countries from the devastating agricultural and humanitarian impacts of a forecasted strong El Niño weather pattern. Key Highlights of the

A leaked text of a 14-point framework memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran has emerged ahead of its expected signing in Geneva. The draft outlines a roadmap to de-escalate a major conflict that began on February 28, transitioning from a state of war to diplomatic negotiations for a final treaty. Key

Official data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry shows that India’s merchandise exports hit a record high of $45.2 billion in May 2026. However, despite this robust export performance, the overall trade deficit widened due to an even sharper increase in imports. Key Highlights of Trade Performance Sectoral Export Drivers The record highs

During recent bilateral talks in Nice (June 2026), Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron adopted the ‘Innovation Roadmap 2030’ and established a ‘Dialogue on Economic Security’. Earlier in 2026, the bilateral ties were officially elevated to the level of a ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’. Key Outcomes of the Recent Bilateral Meet India-France

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently conducted consecutive flight tests off the Odisha coast, successfully demonstrating India’s multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system and the maiden flight of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR). Key Highlights of the Tests Strategic Significance India’s Ballistic Missile Defence Programme India’s Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD)architecture is envisioned

The recent launch of Fable 5, an advanced AI model by American artificial intelligence company Anthropic, triggered a sharp 1.6% drop in the Nifty IT index. The development has sparked concerns regarding a structural existential crisis for the Indian IT services sector, which has traditionally relied on linear headcount growth and software maintenance. Key Highlights

The Health Department in Kerala is on high alert following a confirmed case of the Nipah virus outbreak in Kozhikode. Maximum vigilance and preventive protocols have been activated to contain the outbreak and prevent any human-to-human or nosocomial (hospital-acquired) transmission. Key Highlights of the Recent Outbreak What is Nipah Virus (NiV)? History of the Disease

The Ministry of Education, through the University Grants Commission (UGC), recently issued Letters of Approval (LoAs) to three globally ranked Foreign Higher Education Institutions (FHEIs) — the University of Bristol, the University of York, and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) — to establish campuses in India. Key Highlights of the Development Importance of