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Northeast India — Indo-Pacific Strategic Dialogue

Northeast India was highlighted in the Indo-Pacific Northeastern Dialogue organised by the U.S. Embassy in India, the U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in New Delhi. The discussion aimed to connect Indo-Pacific and Quad strategic frameworks with the regional realities of Northeast India. Participants emphasised the region’s potential to support market … Continue reading Northeast India — Indo-Pacific Strategic Dialogue

IndiGo Fuel Surcharge — Impact of ATF Price Rise

IndiGo has announced that it will begin levying fuel surcharges on domestic and international flight tickets from 14 March, citing the sharp increase in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices. The surge in fuel costs has been linked to rising geopolitical tensions and the ongoing West Asia crisis, which has affected global energy markets. Fuel costs … Continue reading IndiGo Fuel Surcharge — Impact of ATF Price Rise

3F Framework — Functioning of Panchayati Raj Institutions

The effective functioning of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) is based on the principle of “3Fs” — Functions, Funds and Functionaries. This framework ensures that local bodies have clear responsibilities, adequate financial resources and trained personnel to implement development programmes. At the grassroots level, Gram Panchayats (GPs) play a crucial role in decentralised governance by preparing … Continue reading 3F Framework — Functioning of Panchayati Raj Institutions

Roopkar’s Enigmatic Comeback

Author : Kaushik Nath The arrival of the 2026 issue of Roopkar marks not just the publication of a magazine but the revival of a cultural memory that once shaped the intellectual and artistic life of Assam. The annual Assamese literary magazine, edited by filmmaker and author Prodyut Kumar Deka and published by Roopkar Prakashan, … Continue reading Roopkar’s Enigmatic Comeback

Salam Rohendro Singh — IARI Innovative Farmer Award 2026

Salam Rohendro Singh, a progressive fish farmer from Manipur, has been honoured with the IARI Innovative Farmer Award 2026 for his notable contributions to fisheries and aquaculture development. Through innovative farming practices and knowledge sharing, Singh has helped promote sustainable aquaculture in the region. His work has earned him invitations as a guest speaker at … Continue reading Salam Rohendro Singh — IARI Innovative Farmer Award 2026

Ship Flagging — Example of Tanker “Shenlong”

Ship flagging refers to the practice of registering a vessel under the maritime registry of a particular country. Many ships operate under a “flag of convenience,” where vessels are registered in countries offering favourable regulations and taxation policies. A recent example is the Liberia-flagged crude oil tanker “Shenlong,” a Suezmax-class vessel transporting Saudi crude oil … Continue reading Ship Flagging — Example of Tanker “Shenlong”

C-DOT Fraud Pro — Global Recognition at MWC 2026

India’s Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) received international recognition at the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona for its AI-based fraud detection solution, “Fraud Pro.” The system uses artificial intelligence to detect and prevent telecom-related fraud in digital communication networks. C-DOT is India’s premier telecom research and development organisation, focusing on the development of … Continue reading C-DOT Fraud Pro — Global Recognition at MWC 2026

AI Integration in Google Maps — Gemini Technology

Google has announced a major redesign of Google Maps that will rely more heavily on artificial intelligence powered by Gemini technology to improve navigation and travel planning. The update aims to help users decide where to go and find the most efficient routes. A key feature called “Ask Maps” expands conversational search capabilities, allowing users … Continue reading AI Integration in Google Maps — Gemini Technology

Kavach 4.0 — Indigenous Railway Safety System

Kavach 4.0, India’s indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, has been successfully commissioned across 1,452 route kilometres on the high-density Delhi–Mumbai and Delhi–Howrah railway corridors. The system aims to significantly enhance railway safety and prevent accidents. Kavach 4.0 features improved location accuracy and integrates directly with Electronic Interlocking systems to receive real-time updates on … Continue reading Kavach 4.0 — Indigenous Railway Safety System

APSC Prelims General Studies Last 6 Years Analysis

Assam-specific questions dominate every paper (~32–35 Qs), covering local history, geography, tribes, wildlife, governance schemes, and current affairs related to Assam. This is the single heaviest area. Current Affairs has been rising sharply — from 18 Qs in 2022 to 22 Qs in 2024. The 2024 paper in particular had many questions on very recent … Continue reading APSC Prelims General Studies Last 6 Years Analysis

Fiscal Health Index 2023–24 — Arunachal Pradesh Tops

Arunachal Pradesh has ranked first among North Eastern and Himalayan states in the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2023–24, according to a report released by NITI Aayog. The index evaluates the fiscal performance of states based on indicators such as revenue mobilisation, expenditure quality, debt sustainability and fiscal prudence. The second edition of the Fiscal Health … Continue reading Fiscal Health Index 2023–24 — Arunachal Pradesh Tops

Prepaid Mobile Validity Issue — Concern Raised in Parliament

Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha raised concerns in Parliament about restrictive recharge rules affecting India’s prepaid mobile users, who constitute nearly 90% of the country’s 125 crore mobile subscribers. He warned that once recharge validity expires, users may lose access to incoming calls and essential messages such as bank OTPs, which can be critical during … Continue reading Prepaid Mobile Validity Issue — Concern Raised in Parliament

Elephant–Train Collisions — MoEFCC Workshop Initiative

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) organised a two-day workshop to address the growing issue of elephant deaths caused by train collisions across India. The initiative aims to strengthen coordination between forest and railway authorities to protect elephant populations. During the deliberations, 77 critical railway stretches passing through elephant habitats were identified … Continue reading Elephant–Train Collisions — MoEFCC Workshop Initiative