UPSC Civil Services Current Affairs Articles

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, marking its fifth anniversary since the Union Cabinet's approval, is recognized as the third such reformative initiative post-Independence. While certain aspects of the NEP have seen implementation in schools, various challenges hinder broader execution, primarily due to tensions between state and central governments, as well as institutional delays.

Summary of the Article on Solar Drying of Fish

The article discusses the nutritional benefits, methods, and advancements in the processing of dry fish, particularly through the innovative application of solar drying technology. This method significantly improves the quality, safety, and shelf life of dried fish compared to traditional drying techniques.

Nutritional Benefits and Composit

China has commenced construction on the massive Yarlung Zangbo (Brahmaputra) dam in Medog county, Tibet, which is projected to cost approximately $167.8 billion. This hydropower project aims for a generation capacity of 60,000 MW, surpassing the Three Gorges Dam, currently the largest in the world. The project has raised significant concerns in India and Bangladesh regarding the potential impact o

The Kaziranga Tiger Reserve, located in Assam, India, has been recognized for having the third-highest density of tigers in the world. A recent large-scale assessment revealed that this reserve has an estimated density of 18.65 tigers per 100 square kilometers. The findings were made public in a report titled ‘Status of Tigers in the Kaziranga Tiger Reserve’ for the year 2024, which is based on a

Summary of Developments Surrounding Nayara Energy and Microsoft

Nayara Energy, a refiner backed by Russian oil giant Rosneft, has taken legal action against Microsoft in the Delhi High Court after the tech company halted services due to EU sanctions. This situation raises significant implications for the company and India's energy ecosystem.

Background and Legal Context

• **Sanctions Ann

The news article discusses a study analyzing the flood vulnerability of informal settlements in low- and middle-income countries, particularly focusing on India. The research highlights the severe risk posed by flooding, which affects approximately 2.3 billion people globally, with over 600 million at risk in India alone.

Key Findings:

• Global Flood Exposure: The 2024 Moody's report in