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1. Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo system successfully flight-tested by DRDO off the Odisha coast Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Significant for UPSC: Demonstrates advancements in defense technology and implications for maritime security, aligning with national security priorities. Context: ● The news reports the successful flight test of the Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART)…

1. Combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increases by 5.2 per cent (provisional) in March, 2024 as compared to March, 2023. Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Understanding the performance of core industries is crucial for assessing India’s economic growth and industrial development for UPSC. Context: ●   The news reports on the performance of India’s…

PIB Summary for UPSC 30-April-2024 1. Mines Ministry Inks MoU with Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation for Providing Knowledge Support in the Field of Critical Minerals Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Understanding critical minerals is crucial for India’s economic growth, national security, and low-carbon energy transition, relevant for UPSC exams. Context: ●  The…

PIB Summary for UPSC 29-April-2024 1. Mines Ministry to Hold Two-day Critical Minerals Summit from Tomorrow Topic: GS2 – Governance – Interventions for development in various sectors The summit addresses the critical need for domestic production of minerals crucial for India’s economic growth and sustainability goals. Context: ●  The news pertains to the “Critical Minerals…

PIB Summary for UPSC 27-April-2024 1. SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Kazakhstan endorses ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’ Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Important International institutions Understanding India’s role in SCO, its stance on terrorism, and SAGAR’s relevance enhances knowledge for UPSC international relations. Context: ●  The Defence Secretary reaffirmed India’s commitment to…

PIB Summary for UPSC 26-April-2024 1. Council of Scienific & Industrial Research (CSIR)- National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) organizes a national workshop to celebrate World Intellectual Property Day Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors GS3 – Science & Technology –  Issues relating to…

PIB Summary for UPSC 25-April-2024 1. PM addresses 6th edition of International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure Topic: GS3 – Environment – Disaster and disaster management The topic is crucial for UPSC as it relates to disaster management, infrastructure development, and global cooperation. Context: ●       Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 6th International Conference on…

PIB Summary for UPSC 24-April-2024 1. New NCPOR study attempts to resolve the Mystery of extremely low sea ice cover in Antarctic Topic: GS1 – Geography – Climate Change – Changes in ice caps GS3 – Environment and Ecology – Environmental pollution and degradation The topic is crucial for UPSC as it addresses climate change…

PIB Summary for UPSC 23-April-2024 1. PRESIDENT OF INDIA PRESENTS PADMA AWARDS 2024 Topic: GS2 – Governance The topic is significant for UPSC as it reflects recognition of excellence and contributions across various fields in India. Context ●  The news highlights the presentation of Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri Awards for 2024 by…