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UPSC History Optional Books

Information on IAS Mains syllabus for History, UPSC IAS Exams,upsc syllabus,Career Guidance and advice for those who are preparing for History. Download upsc History syllabus pdf.

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Current AffairsMains Exam

Privatization of the Indian Space Sector

Understand India is transforming its space sector by enabling private companies to undertake rocket production and commercial with a clear explanation, key facts, exam relevance, preparation strategy and practical guidance for UPS…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

India becomes a net Importer of Maize from net Exporter

India has shifted from being a net maize exporter to a net importer for the first time in decades, with imports reaching nearly 0.9-0.97 million tons. The shift is mainly driven by rising domestic industrial demand, particularly f…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

CAG AUDIT FLAGS MAJOR GAPS IN GREEN INDIA MISSION

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has flagged major shortcomings in the implementation of the Green India Mission (GIM). The key concerns include: Inadequate funding Weak coordination between government schemes Po…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

RBI CLOSES FOREX DEPOSIT WINDOW FOR NRIs

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to prematurely close its special forex swap facility for fresh Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits. The fresh deposit mobilisation window will close on 31 August 2026…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

MAHARASHTRA EARTHQUAKE SWARM

Maharashtra has experienced a series of small earthquakes over the last fortnight. Around 29 tremors were reported: 24 in and around Nashik 4 in Palghar 1 in Nagpur The strongest tremor was recorded in Nagpur on 8 August, with a m…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

IRAN TO JOIN BRICS NEW DEVELOPMENT BANK

Iran is expected to join the New Development Bank (NDB), the development bank established by the BRICS Iran's central bank governor Abdolnaser Hemmati said that Iran would soon become a member of the NDB. His statement came ahead…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

INDIA THAILAND JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE: MAITREE-XV

An Indian Army contingent has departed for Thailand to participate in the 15th edition of the India–Thailand Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-XV (2026). The exercise will be conducted from 18 to 31 August 2026. Venue: Vibhavadi Ran…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

PETERMANN GLACIER CALVING

Petermann Glacier in northwest Greenland calved a massive 76.4 sq. It is the glacier's largest loss of floating ice since 2012. It is also described as the largest Arctic calving event since 2020.

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

PM’S 80TH INDEPENDENCE DAY SPEECH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on 15 August 2026, on the occasion of India's 80th Independence Day. The address focused on the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, economic gro…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

INDIAN PHARMACOPOEIA COMMISSION

The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, participated in the 10th Anniversary Meeting of the South-East Asia Regulatory Network (SEARN). The meeting was held in…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

GOBARDHAN: NATIONAL CIRCULAR BIOENERGY SCHEME

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved GOBARdhan – the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme. The scheme has a total outlay of ₹23,731 crore. It will be implemented from FY 2026–27 to FY 2035–36.

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL EXERCISE

The Indian Navy–US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 is being conducted at the Southern Naval Command, Kochi. The exercise is scheduled from 10 to 14 August 2026. It aims to enhance interoperability and strength…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

E SAMUDRA: DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF MARITIME GOVERNANCE

E-Samudra, a comprehensive digital platform for maritime governance, was launched on 8 August 2026 in Mumbai. It was inaugurated by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal during a national stakeholder…

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BlogUPSC Current Affairs

GOBARdhan Scheme- Objectives, Benefits and Challenges

Learn about GOBARdhan Scheme, its full form, objectives, benefits and challenges. Understand how it converts cattle dung and agricultural waste into CBG and organic manure, while promoting rural sanitation, clean energy, farmer in…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

AGNI 4 MEDIUM RANGE MISSILE TEST FIRED

The Agni-4 medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) was successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Odisha, on 6 August 2026. The test was conducted under the aegis of the Strategic Forces Command (SFC).…

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CAUVERY RIVER DISPUTE

The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister urged the Prime Minister to ensure that no statutory or administrative approval is granted to Karnataka's Mekedatu Project unless it complies with the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) Award, 200…

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Current AffairsUPSC Current Affairs

MECCA JOINT DEFENCE AGREEMENT

BACKGROUND Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defence pact in Islamabad on September 18, 2025. The agreement contains a significant clause: “Any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against bo…

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GLAW LAKE: 101ST RAMSAR SITE IN INDIA

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been designated as India's 101st Ramsar Site and the State's first Wetland of International Importance. With this addition, India's Ramsar network has expanded from 26 sites in 2014 to 101 sites…

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REGISTRATION OF BIRTH & DEATHS (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2026

Parliament passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, strengthening provisions related to delayed registration of births and deaths. The amendment changes the authority responsible for registrations delay…

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