1. Dr. T.V. Somanathan takes over as the new Cabinet Secretary (Source –https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2050110 ) Context Dr. T.V. Somanathan has assumed the role of Cabinet Secretary in India, succeeding Rajiv Gauba. An IAS officer of the 1987 batch, Dr. Somanathan has extensive experience in finance, public policy, and international institutions, including the World Bank. Cabinet Secretary…
1. Second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat’ commissioned into Indian Navy (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2049870 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context INS Arighaat’s commissioning on August 29, 2024, marks a significant boost to India’s nuclear deterrence and maritime defence capabilities. The advanced submarine strengthens India’s nuclear triad and aligns with the government’s push for self-reliance…
1. Cabinet accords approval for progressive expansion of Central Sector Scheme of ‘Agriculture Infrastructure Fund’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2049318 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture – Storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce Context The Union Cabinet’s approval to expand the Agricultural Infrastructure Fund (AIF) aims to bolster agricultural infrastructure by including new project types and aligning…
 1. Machine learning helps predict crustal movements in Tibetan Plateau (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2049046 ) Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS3 –  Science and Technology Context Scientists from the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology used machine learning techniques like support vector machines and decision trees to model crustal deformations over the Tibetan Plateau. By predicting GPS site…
1. New Bioeconomy policy rolled out by the central government is set to place India as a global leader (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2048873) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context India’s biotechnology sector has witnessed unprecedented growth, driving economic expansion and innovation. With the introduction of the BioE3 policy, the government aims to further boost this momentum, leveraging…
 1. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chaired bilateral meeting on US-India Civil Nuclear Commerce (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2048707 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced significant Indo-US collaborations, including an Indian astronaut joining the International Space Station and advancements in Green Hydrogen Mission and Small Modular Reactors….
 1. President of India graces first National Space Day Celebration (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2048035 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, celebrated National Space Day on August 23, 2024, honouring ISRO’s achievements, including the Chandrayaan-3 landing. She highlighted space exploration’s impact, private sector growth, and future challenges like…
 1. India and the United States discusses advancements in Energy Collaboration Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2047766 ) Context Union Minister for Power Shri Manohar Lal and US Senior Advisor John Podesta discussed enhancing bilateral energy cooperation. Key areas included grid modernization, boosting India’s manufacturing capacity, energy storage, and high-efficiency…
1. Africa can compliment India’s need for critical minerals needed for sectors like EVs: Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2047346 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Africa’s mineral wealth, including rare earth elements, lithium, and cobalt, is crucial for India’s technological and industrial needs. Strengthening India-Africa relations involves expanding trade, sustainable mining,…
1. Joint Statement on India – Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2047076 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context On August 20, 2024, Malaysia’s Prime Minister visited India, marking the first meeting with India’s Prime Minister. The visit highlighted the deepening strategic partnership, focusing on trade, defence, digital tech, and cultural…