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Top 10 Countries with the Highest Oil Reserves in 2026

Top 10 countries with the largest oil reserves in the world are led by Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Russia, United States and Libya. Venezuela, holding the top spot for the largest pro…

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NATIONAL IED DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIDMS)

On January 9, 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah virtually launched India’s first National IED Data Management System (NIDMS). The launch took place at the National Security Guard (NSG) garrison in Manesar, Haryana. The initiativ…

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Evolution of India's Maritime Policy Chola to MAHASAGAR

India's maritime policy has evolved from ancient Chola naval prowess, through the modern SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision, to the broader MAHASAGAR initiative Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security an…

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How to Become an IAS Officer after 12th?

To become an IAS officer after 12th, aspirants should focus on choosing the right graduation course, relevant to the subjects in UPSC, which will make the preparation easier. Vajirao and Reddy Institute shared the complete step-by…

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INDIA URGES CITIZENS TO AVOID NON ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TO IRAN

On January 5, 2026, India issued a travel advisory asking its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran. The advisory comes amid widespread protests in Iran over inflation, currency collapse, and worsening economic conditions…

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CHINA LAUNCHES ‘JUSTICE MISSION’ (AROUND TAIWAN)

In December 2025, China launched large-scale military drills named “Justice Mission 2025” around Taiwan. The exercises include live-fire drills and come amid rising tensions involving Taiwan, the United States, and regional powers…

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What is Contaminated Water? Causes, Crisis & Solutions

Contaminated water is water polluted by harmful substances like bacteria, viruses, chemicals, or radioactive materials, making the water unsafe for drinking, cooking, or bathing and posing serious health problems.Learn more detail…

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SURYASTRA LONG RANGE ROCKET LAUNCHER

In January 2026, the Indian Army signed a contract to procure long-range rocket launcher systems named Suryastra. The deal was signed under emergency procurement powers to quickly strengthen India’s artillery strike capability. KE…

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BIOMATERIALS

Countries are shifting towards cleaner and low-carbon manufacturing for plastics, textiles, and consumer products. Biomaterials are emerging as a key alternative to fossil-based materials. For India, indigenous biomaterials can re…

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INDIA’S ENERGY SECURITY STRATEGY

In December 2025, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) released its Year-End Review, detailing a multi-pronged strategy that has successfully balanced affordability, sustainability, and strategic autonomy. Amid global v…

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DESIGN LINKED INCENTIVE SCHEME

The Government of India highlighted the progress of the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme under the Semicon India Programme in January 2026. DLI-supported chip design projects have shown strong outcomes, including tape-outs, pa…

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CAN US CLOSE VENEZUELA'S AIR SPACE?

Donald Trump announced that the United States would “close the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela in its entirety”. The statement was made on November 29, 2025, as part of an escalating pressure campaign against Venezuela. T…

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Bio‑Bitumen and the Road to Viksit Bharat 2047

Explore how bio-bitumen is transforming India’s road infrastructure under Viksit Bharat 2047 by reducing carbon emissions, lowering costs, and enabling sustainable, self-reliant highway development.

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DISTRICT MINERAL FOUNDATION

The Allahabad High Court recently ruled that District Mineral Foundations (DMFs) are beneficial legislation. The Court held that DMF provisions must be interpreted liberally to benefit people and areas negatively affected by minin…

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