Source: BL Context: Cisco India CSR and Social Alpha launched the third edition of Krishi Mangal, aimed at supporting farmer-centric innovations with a focus on climate resilience and income security. Key Highlights: Technological Focus Areas:
Bitcoin
Source: Mint Context: Amid global market turbulence, gold and silver have traditionally been viewed as safe-haven assets. However, Bitcoin has emerged as a surprising outperformer, gaining nearly 90% in the past year, and reinforcing its growing acceptance as a legitimate asset class and potential “digital gold.” Bitcoin vs Traditional Assets Global Recognition of Bitcoin Bitcoin and Gold India’s Regulatory Journey with Crypto
SEBI Extends Deadline for Angel Funds to Disclose Allocation Methodology in PPM
Source: ET Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has extended the deadline for angel funds to disclose their allocation methodology in the Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) to 31 January 2026. The earlier deadline was 15 October 2025. Key Update: Angel Funds: Private Placement Memorandum (PPM):
India Conducts Multiple Bilateral Military Exercises – 2025
Context: India conducted the inaugural India–South Korea naval exercise at Busan Naval Harbour, marking a key step in Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation. Simultaneously, India began AUSTRAHIND 2025 with Australia and INDRA 2025 with Russia, highlighting its expanding defence partnerships. India–Republic of Korea (ROK) Naval Exercise: Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2025: Military Exercise INDRA 2025:
IUCN Elects Vivek Menon as Chair of Species Survival Commission (SSC)
Source: IE Context: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has elected Vivek Menon, founder and executive director of the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), as the new Chair of the Species Survival Commission (SSC). This marks the first time an Asian has been appointed to this prestigious global conservation position. Event Details: About the Species Survival Commission (SSC): About Vivek Menon:
PM GatiShakti Public
Source: PIB Context: The Government of India has launched PM GatiShakti Public, a public version of the national master plan for infrastructure, marking a key step towards transparent, data-driven, and integrated infrastructure development. This initiative extends the GatiShakti framework, launched in 2021, to the public and private sectors for improved planning and coordination. About PM GatiShakti: PM GatiShakti Public Platform:
The India Justice Report 2025
Context: The India Justice Report 2025 has once again highlighted the glaring under-representation of women in India’s higher judiciary. Despite progress in other public institutions, gender diversity in the Supreme Court and High Courts remains alarmingly low. Current Status: Reasons for Under-Representation: Proposed Reform – All-India Judicial Service (AIJS): Constitutional Provision:
India Elected Unopposed to United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for 2026–2028
Source: News on Air Context: India has been elected unopposed to the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term, marking its seventh tenure on the global body. About UNHRC: Functions of UNHRC: India’s Participation:
ISRO Highlights Crew Escape System (CES) for Gaganyaan Mission
Source: TH Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) showcased the Crew Escape System (CES), a critical safety mechanism designed for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme. CES ensures astronaut survival during launch emergencies by rapidly separating the crew module from a malfunctioning launch vehicle. Key Features of CES:
Vital Statistics of India Report on Civil Registration System (CRS) 2023
Source: TH Context: The Registrar-General of India (RGI), under the Civil Registration System (CRS), released the “Vital Statistics of India 2023” report, highlighting India’s demographic transition and post-pandemic stabilization in population dynamics. CRS is a continuous, compulsory system recording births, deaths, and other vital events, governed under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969. Key Findings (2023): Implications:
