Current affairs

India’s First Battery Energy Storage System

India is set to launch its first commercial utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Delhi, expected to go live by March this year. With a capacity of 20 MW (megawatt) and 40 MWh (megawatt hour), this system will store...

Border Security Force (BSF), History, Structure and Responsibilities

The Border Security Force (BSF) of India recently refuted a claim made by a Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) officer, who purportedly asserted that Bangladesh had taken control of a 5-km stretch of Indian territory along the international border in the...

Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, Dates and Candidates list

Delhi Assembly Elections 2025 Date The Delhi Assembly Elections 2025 are set to be a pivotal moment in the political landscape of the National Capital Territory. The Election Commission has officially announced that the polling will take place on March...

Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP), Components and Benefits

Context: PM Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone for the Ken-Betwa river-linking project on the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. About Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) Aim: To transfer excess water from the Ken River...

Link Between Fluoride Levels and IQ Loss

Context: A recent study conducted by researchers from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), USA has linked higher fluoride exposure to lower IQ in children. Key Findings of the Study Impact of Fluoride on IQ: For every 1...

Places in News for UPSC 2025 for Prelims and Mains Exam

As the UPSC Civil Services Examination approaches, staying updated on current events and places in the news becomes crucial for aspirants. Understanding the geographical, cultural, and political significance of various locations can enhance your answers in both the Prelims and...

Rat Hole Mining, Types, Environmental and Safety Concerns

Context: 3 miners were confirmed dead and 6 remained trapped in a flooded coal "rat-hole" mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district. Combined teams of the Indian Army and deep sea divers from the Indian Navy are assisting the operation. What...

World Hindi Day 2025, Theme, History and Significance

World Hindi Day, also known as Vishwa Hindi Diwas, is celebrated annually on January 10th to honor and promote the Hindi language globally. Recognized as one of the most spoken languages in the world, Hindi plays a crucial role in...

Amit Shah launched ‘Bharatpol Portal’ for International Police Assistance

Bharatpol Portal Bharatpol stands for a broadcast hub for assistance and real-time action against transnational crimes via international police cooperation. It is developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). It will allow central and state agencies to easily connect...

Sex Differences in Human Brain Structure at Birth

Context: A recent study published in the Biology of Sex Differences journal has examined the brain differences between newborn male and female infants. Different Brain Size and Composition Boys: Larger brain volumes: On average, male infants had significantly larger intracranial...