ICGS Ajit, India's advanced Fast Patrol Vessel with 65% indigenous content, strengthens maritime security, EEZ surveillance and coastal protection capabilities.

India and Seychelles strengthen blue economy partnership through fisheries, aquaculture, and mariculture cooperation with focus on sustainable marine resource management and food security.

Nepal's September 2026 glacial collapse triggered catastrophic floods affecting 1,380+ deaths. Cross-border disaster highlights need for Himalayan early-warning systems and regional cooperation.

Researchers discover Doronicum sanctum, a new sunflower-family plant species from Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. First documented occurrence in Northeast India, marking significant Eastern Himalayan biodiversity finding.

DRDO develops indigenous Military Combat Parachute System for high-altitude operations. Successfully tested at 32,000 feet for special forces missions.

SEBI launches IT Resilience Index 2026 to measure technology and cyber resilience of stock exchanges, clearing corporations and depositories using a 100-point framework.

AIIA launches Garbhini Mitra, a six-month Ayurveda-based skill course for maternal wellness support. Covers pregnancy care, postnatal support, and health education for 2026-27 session.

Kaziah Liz Mejo, 19-year-old law student from Kerala, crowned Miss Universe India 2026. Will represent India at 75th Miss Universe pageant in Puerto Rico November 2026.

Expert analysis on India-China economic ties, defence modernization, student housing crisis, preventive detention accountability, and BRICS role. Key strategic issues explained.

MCQ practice on India-China trade tensions, defence acquisitions, and preventive detention ruling. Test your current affairs knowledge for competitive exams.