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4th April, 2026- INS Aridaman, Jan Vishwas, IBC amendments

4th April, 2026- INS Aridaman, Jan Vishwas, IBC amendments

Mains Examination: General Studies-III: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology What’s the ongoing story: India Friday inducted its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridaman, significantly strengthening its sea-based nuclear deterrent capabilities. The Indian Navy also commissioned the advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri at a separate ceremony. — What is India’s “no first use” policy? — How did the No First Use doctrine come into being? — What are the advantages and disadvantages of the nuclear submarine? — What is the significance of establishing a nuclear triad? — What are the international conventions on use of nuclear weapons? — Which countries possess nuclear weapons? Key Takeaways: — The quiet commissioning of INS Aridhaman, which will significantly strengthen India’s sea-based nuclear deterrent capabilities, is in line with how the previous two indigenous Arihant-class submarines, INS Arihant and INS Arighaat, were inducted in 2016 and 2024 respectively. Story continues below this ad — INS Aridaman, a 7,000-tonne vessel, is believed to have eight vertical launching system tubes — …

UPSC Key-6th feb, 2026-Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, Retrospective tax, Road accidents

UPSC Key-6th feb, 2026-Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, Retrospective tax, Road accidents

Preliminary Examination: Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues Mains Examination: General Studies-II: Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure What’s the ongoing story: The Centre on Thursday signed an agreement with the Nagaland government and the Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO), for the formation of ‘Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority’ (FNTA) within the state. — What is the purpose of Article 371? — What are the challenges facing the state of Nagaland? — What is the Free Movement Regime? — What are the reasons for providing special provisions for the state of Nagaland? — What are the major tribes of Nagaland? — Know about the geography and important features of Nagaland Key Takeaways: — The agreement was signed in the presence of Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who said the Centre will extend all help and fulfil all its responsibilities for the development of eastern Nagaland. — “The agreement will pave the way for creation of Frontier …

What are Masala Bonds and FEMA, and why are they important for your UPSC exam?

What are Masala Bonds and FEMA, and why are they important for your UPSC exam?

Take a look at the essential concepts, terms, quotes, or phenomena every day and brush up your knowledge. Here’s your upsc knowledge nugget on masala bonds. (Relevance: A question on masala bonds has been asked in the UPSC Prelims. Knowing about the bonds, acts regulating them become important for your UPSC exam.) Why in the news? A show cause notice has been served by the Enforcement Directorate to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, former state Finance Minister Thomas Isaac and ex-IAS officer Dr K M Abraham in connection with alleged Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) violations pertaining to the Masala Bond issued by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB). Vijayan is the chairperson of KIIFB and Isaac was its vice-chairperson in 2019, when the CPI(M) government issued a masala bond to raise funds for infrastructure development. Abraham is the chief executive officer of KIIFB, the state agency that mobilises funds for infrastructure projects beyond what is earmarked in the budgets. Key takeaways: 1. A bond is an instrument to borrow money. A bond could …

UPSC Ethics Simplified | Determination : The caselet | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Ethics Simplified draws your attention to a topic of greed and desire in the form of a caselet. This caselet is an extension of the concept discussed on December 31 (Two values to remain intact in 2024). It is advised to revisit the concept article before reading the caselet below. Relevance: The topic is a part of UPSC CSE General Studies Paper-IV Ethics syllabus. Concepts are particularly relevant in the theory section. Aspirants will also find the article useful for their Essay paper and situation-based questions in personality tests. Moreover, the essence of the article will help aspirants in their professional lives or in life in general. Nanditesh Nilay writes for UPSC Ethics Simplified fortnightly on Sundays. The first article will be a concept while the second article will be a caselet based on the concept. 🚨 The Indian Express UPSC Essentials brings to you the February edition of its monthly magazine. Click Here to read. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 THE CASELET He was looking upset as the principal had called him to the …