India’s Refusal to Sign SCO Draft Statement: Defence Minister refused to endorse the SCO joint statement during the Qingdao meet, objecting to the omission of India-specific terror concerns.The SCO is a Eurasian intergovernmental organisation focused on political, economic, security, and defence cooperation, particularly in Central and South Asia.Established in: Formally founded on 15 June 2001, […]
Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary : In News
Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary : In News A tigress and her four cubs were found dead at the Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar districtIt is located in the intersection of the Western and the Eastern Ghats and falls in the Chamarajanagara district of Karnataka. It was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in 2013. It […]
Kolhapuri Chappal
Kolhapuri Chappal: India’s traditional Kolhapuri chappal makers have objected to luxury brand Prada’s 2026 collection, alleging unauthorised imitation of their heritage footwear design.Kolhapuri chappals are handcrafted leather sandals, known for their durability, intricate design, and distinct open-toe, T-strap structure.Traditionally made in Kolhapur and adjoining districts in Maharashtra and parts of Karnataka, such as Belgaum, Bagalkot, […]
Operation Deep Manifest
Operation Deep Manifest: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized Pakistani-origin goods worth ₹9 crore under ‘Operation Deep Manifest’.A targeted enforcement operation by the DRI to detect and disrupt illicit trade routes being used to smuggle banned Pakistani-origin goods into India. Launched By Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), under the Central Board of Indirect […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 27th June 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 27th June 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
GLP-1 Drugs
GLP-1 Drugs: The Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk launched its weight-loss injectable semaglutide, following Eli Lilly’s tirzepatide in India GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) is a naturally occurring gut hormone (incretin) released after food intake. It plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar, lipid metabolism, and appetite. GLP-1 receptor agonists are synthetic drugs that mimic this […]
Nuvvuagittuq Greenstone Belt
Nuvvuagittuq Greenstone Belt: Scientists determined that rocks from the Nuvvuagittuq Greenstone Belt are approximately 4.16 billion years old, using two independent radioactive dating methods. The Nuvvuagittuq Greenstone Belt is a region of ancient rock formations located on the eastern shore of Hudson Bay in Quebec, Canada. These rocks have been known for their exceptional age […]
Jellyfish : Recent Studies
Jellyfish : Recent Studies Recent studies indicate that jellyfish blooms are increasing along Indian coasts. It is an ancient and resilient gelatinous zooplankton of the phylum Cnidaria. These are highly adaptable marine organisms with simple anatomy, stinging tentacles and efficient jet propulsion. These are simple invertebrates, members of the phylum Cnidaria, which includes creatures such […]
Silica Gel Desiccant
Silica Gel Desiccant: According to health professionals most silica beads found in silica gel desiccant sachets are non-toxic and don’t present the same risk as silica dust. Silica gel desiccants are common moisture adsorbing agents used throughout many industries worldwide. The silica gel desiccant removes excess moisture from the air. It is made of silicon […]
Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited
Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) inaugurated Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL). It is India’s first Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) in the maritime sector. It was formerly known as Sagarmala Development Company Limited. SMFCL —a Mini Ratna, Category-I, Central Public Sector Enterprise—has been formally registered as a Non-Banking […]
