Archives for August 2026

The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was signed between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan. Read here to understand the emergence of this new security triangle in West Asia. The signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA) by Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan marks an important development … [Read more...] about Makkah Joint Defence Agreement

Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026: Read here to learn about the Key Provisions, Significance and Concerns The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, aims to amend India's taxation and digital payment framework with the broader objectives of attracting foreign investment, … [Read more...] about Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026

The Quit India Movement was launched on August 8 1942, hence marking 84 years this year. The movement was the final mass struggle against British rule. Read here to learn more. The Quit India Movement, launched in August 1942, occupies a decisive place in India’s freedom struggle. Also known … [Read more...] about Quit India Movement

Heatwaves and Lightning have been included among the Notified Natural Calamities in India. Read here to learn more. India has taken an important step towards strengthening its disaster-management framework by officially including heatwaves and lightning among the notified natural calamities … [Read more...] about Notified Natural Calamities

Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ), Gwalior, will be India's first dedicated telecom manufacturing cluster. Read here to know the significance of the establishment. India has taken a significant step towards achieving self-reliance in telecom manufacturing with the establishment of the Telecom … [Read more...] about Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ)

The Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan (CAP) has been launched to safeguard India's elusive arboreal predator. Read here to learn more. On the occasion of International Clouded Leopard Day (August 4), India reaffirmed its commitment to conserving one of Asia's most mysterious and … [Read more...] about Clouded Leopard Conservation Action Plan

Europe's wildfires have generated Climate Whiplash, Fire Clouds (PyroCb) and different Fire Regimes. Read here to learn more. Europe has witnessed some of the most devastating wildfires in recent years, with Greece, Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy experiencing unprecedented forest fires that … [Read more...] about Europe’s Wildfires: Climate Whiplash, Fire Clouds (PyroCb) and Emerging Fire Regimes

Revamped Khelo India Scheme (2026-2031) aims to build a Sporting Nation for Viksit Bharat. Read here to know about the expanded Khelo India scheme. Recognising sports as a powerful catalyst for nation-building, youth empowerment, social inclusion, and economic development, the Union Cabinet has … [Read more...] about Revamped Khelo India Scheme

Samudra Manthan (National Offshore Exploration Scheme) aims at transforming India’s offshore energy future. Read here to learn more. India's rapidly growing economy and expanding industrial base have led to an unprecedented increase in energy demand. Despite being the world's third-largest … [Read more...] about Samudra Manthan (National Offshore Exploration Scheme)

Western Ghats Conservation and the Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESA) Debate involves conservation vs livelihood. Read here to learn more about the concerns. The Western Ghats, one of the world's oldest mountain ranges stretching parallel to India's western coast, is a globally recognised … [Read more...] about Ecologically Sensitive Areas for Western Ghats Conservation