Uttar Pradesh maternity leave policy grants eligible women government employees 180 days of maternity leave twice and removes the two-year gap condition. Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Approves Major Maternity Leave Reform The Uttar Pradesh government has approved an important policy reform providing eligible women government employees with 180 days of maternity leave twice during their service…
Lando Norris Dutch Grand Prix victory headlines Formula 1 current affairs as the McLaren driver wins the dramatic 2026 race at Circuit Zandvoort. Norris Strengthens His Championship Challenge The victory was important for Norris’s campaign in the 2026 Formula 1 season. Although Antonelli continued to lead the Drivers’ Championship, Norris gained valuable points and moved…
India rocket launch costs explained: Why small rockets can have a higher cost per kilogram than larger launch vehicles, and what aspirants should know about SSLV, PSLV and LVM3. Understanding the Cost Paradox in India’s Rocket Programme India’s space programme is widely recognised for achieving ambitious missions with limited resources. However, an important discussion has…
India space station goal takes a major step forward as ISRO plans the Bharatiya Antariksh Station, with the first module targeted for 2028 and full operations by 2035. India’s Ambitious Plan for a Space Station India is moving towards a new phase of space exploration with the goal of establishing its own indigenous space station,…
National Space Day 2026 theme, history, Chandrayaan-3 legacy, Vikram lander, Pragyan rover and important facts for UPSC, PCS, SSC, Banking, Railway and Defence exams. National Space Day 2026 Celebrates India’s Growing Space Achievements India observes National Space Day 2026 on August 23 to commemorate the historic success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission. The occasion marks the…
Sophie Adenot historic spacewalk: Learn about the ESA astronaut’s historic achievement as the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk, her career and ISS mission. Sophie Adenot Creates History in Space Exploration French astronaut Sophie Adenot has created history by becoming the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk. Her historic extravehicular activity (EVA) took…
Indian Navy Mangrol ASW craft strengthens India’s anti-submarine warfare capability. Know Mangrol’s role, CSL construction, programme details and exam-important facts. A Major Boost to India’s Maritime Defence The Indian Navy has received Mangrol, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi. The delivery marks another important step…
NBSS&LUP digital soil texture map is India’s first digital soil texture map, developed under ICAR to support precision agriculture, crop planning and sustainable soil management. A Major Milestone in India’s Soil Mapping The National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning (NBSS&LUP) has developed India’s first Digital Soil Texture Map, marking an important development…
National Teachers Awards 2026: Check the list of 48 awardees, award ceremony date, selection process, eligibility, Teachers’ Day significance and important exam facts. 48 Outstanding Teachers Chosen for the 2026 Awards The National Teachers Awards 2026 have recognised 48 outstanding school teachers from across India for their exceptional contribution to school education. The selected teachers…
Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme with ₹62,500 crore outlay explained: know its five-year tenure, incentives, domestic sourcing, employment target and exam-important facts. Government Launches a Major Push for Mobile Manufacturing The Centre has notified the ₹62,500 crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) to strengthen India’s position as a major global hub for electronics and smartphone manufacturing….
