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ITBP Establishes New Company Operative Base in Chhattisgarh
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has opened a new Company Operative Base (COB) in Kutul, Chhattisgarh. This area is a stronghold for Naxalite activity. The establishment of the COB aims to enhance security and reduce Naxalite influence in the Abhujhmad ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Russia’s Iskander-1000 Missile
The Iskander-1000 missile, developed by Russia, represents advancement in tactical ballistic missile technology. Following the dissolution of the Intermediate Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, Russia has accelerated its missile production capabilities. The Iskander-1000 is designed to extend strike capabilities into ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Furlough and Parole in Indian Law
Furlough and parole are two legal terms related to the temporary release of prisoners in India. They serve different purposes and are governed by distinct rules. Recently, the Delhi High Court has been examining the Delhi prison rules regarding furlough, ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: February 7, 2025
1. Consider the following: Taiwan Bajo de Masinloc Paracel Island Spartley Island Which of the following is the correct order of the above locations based on their geographical coordinates from north to south? [A] 1 3 2 4[B] 2 1 ..
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 7, 2025
1. Which country has developed Iskander-M tactical ballistic missile? [A] Russia[B] China[C] Japan[D] South Korea Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Russia] Notes:Russia is reportedly starting large-scale production of Iskander-M tactical ballistic missiles. The Iskander (SS-26 Stone) is a road-mobile short-range ..
New Fungal Disease Threatens Ginger Crops in Karnataka
In 2024, researchers from the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR) in Kozhikode discovered a new fungal disease affecting ginger crops in Kodagu, Karnataka. The disease, caused by the pathogen Pyricularia spp., poses threat to ginger cultivation. This is the ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
RBI’s Monetary Policy and Rate Cut Expectations
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is currently navigating a complex economic landscape. Recent analysis suggests that the RBI’s monetary policy committee (MPC) may not deliver the expected surprises in rate cuts. Historically, the RBI has often surprised the market ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Import Duty Waiver on Life-Saving Drugs
The Union Budget 2025 introduced changes to import duties on life-saving drugs. The government has waived import duties on 36 essential medications and reduced it for an additional six. This initiative aims to make critical treatments more affordable for patients ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs