 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…
1. DRDO hands over Authority Holding Sealed Particulars of ‘Nipun’ munition to Directorate General of Quality Assurance (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2045992 ) Context The DRDO has transferred the Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) of NIPUN munition to the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA). Developed by ARDE and HEMRL, NIPUN is now in bulk production by…
1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi Pays Tribute to Sri Aurobindo on His Birth Anniversary (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2045529 ) Topic: GS1 – Modern Indian History – Personalities Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Sri Aurobindo on his birth anniversary via social media platform X, acknowledging his influence as a philosopher, thinker, and spiritual leader….
1. DRDO carries out successful maiden flight test of Long Range Glide Bomb ‘GAURAV’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044995 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The successful test of the Gaurav long-range glide bomb by DRDO highlights India’s advancements in indigenous defence technology, strengthening its strategic capabilities. This development aligns with the country’s focus on…
 1. Highly porous Xerogel dressing can save lives by clotting blood faster (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044556 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Researchers at Agharkar Research Institute developed a porous xerogel dressing with silica nanoparticles and calcium, enhancing blood clotting significantly. This advanced dressing addresses severe haemorrhage more effectively than traditional gauze, offering a…
 1. PM releases 109 high yielding, climate resilient and biofortified varieties of crops (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044302 ) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context On August 11, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled 109 high-yielding, climate-resilient and biofortified crop varieties at the India Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi. This initiative highlights the government’s focus on enhancing…