Context: For the first time in decades, a wild tiger has permanently settled in Gujarat’s Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary, staying for nine continuous months. Gujarat now hosts all three big cats—Asiatic lion, Indian leopard, and tiger—within a shared natural landscape, a unique ecological milestone in India. About Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary Location: History: Key Ecological Features
ISRO Tests Bootstrap Mode Start on CE20 Cryogenic Engine
Source: ET Context: ISRO has successfully demonstrated the bootstrap mode start of the CE20 cryogenic engine—which powers the upper stage of the LVM3 rocket—marking a major step toward enhancing mission flexibility and multiple-restart capability for future launches. Key Details of the Test: Test Conducted Under Vacuum What Is Bootstrap Mode Start? Why This Matters Enables Multiple In-Flight Restarts Future missions—especially multi-orbit deployments and complex space manoeuvres—require the CE20 engine to restart multiple times. Reduces Weight and Increases Payload Capacity Key for Advanced Missions
IRDAI’s Bima Gram API
Source: TH Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has introduced the Bima Gram API to digitally strengthen insurance penetration in rural India. The pilot phase has been successfully completed. Key Features of Bima Gram API Digital Validation of Rural Policies Reduction of Manual Processes Enhanced Speed & Reporting Efficiency Creation of Baseline Datasets
NBFCs Seek Reforms in Debt Recovery & Funding Framework
Source: ET Context: During the pre-Budget meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, representatives of the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector, especially NBFCs, presented key demands aimed at improving liquidity, recovery efficiency, and deposit mobilisation. Key Demands Made by NBFCs Dedicated Refinance Window for NBFCs Amendments to SARFAESI Act Current Issue Proposal Remove TDS on Non-Individual Borrowers Education Loan Deduction Benefit for NBFCs
Bima Sugam
Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) is preparing to launch the Bima Sugam digital marketplace in December 2025 to enhance transparency and efficiency in insurance services. About Bima Sugam Key Features Significance Other Digital Interventions National Health Claims Exchange (NHCX) Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA ID) Cashless Everywhere Initiative (2024)
Sebi Considers Settlement Netting for FPIs & Mutual Fund Regulation Overhaul
Source: BS Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator is examining whether foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) can be allowed to net their settlements for trades executed within the same day, a move that would mark a major shift from the current trade-wise settlement regime. Settlement Netting for FPIs Current Regime Proposed Change Related Reforms
Capital Gains Account Scheme (CGAS)
Source: BL Context: Key Changes Capital Gains Account Scheme (CGAS) Types of CGAS Deposits Deposit Account-A Deposit Account-B (Term Deposit) Capital Gain Term Deposit Account Features
RBI Adds Seven Unauthorised Forex Platforms to Alert List
Source: FE Context: Recent Additions RBI has added seven new entities/platforms: With this addition, the total number of unauthorised forex entities on RBI’s alert list has risen to 95. Forex Trading Platforms Forex (Foreign Exchange) trading platforms are software applications that allow individuals and institutional investors to buy, sell, and manage currencies in the global foreign exchange market. Purpose: Electronic Trading Platforms (ETPs) Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999
Axis Bank Launches Curated Corporate Salary Programme for Start‑up Employees
Source: BL Context: Features of the Programme
RBI’s MuleHunter.ai Detects Fraudulent Mule Accounts in Real-Time
Context: Mule Account A mule account is a bank account used to receive, transfer, or withdraw money on behalf of someone else, often for illegal or fraudulent activities.The person operating the account—called a money mule—may knowingly or unknowingly help criminals move illicit funds. Related RBIH Initiatives Significance
