News 1: Two More Indian Vessels Cross Strait of Hormuz Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Prelims 360 Basic Principle of Liquefaction Gas → Liquid happens by two main processes: 1. Cooling (↓ Temperature) 2. Compression (↑ Pressure) 👉 Combination of both cooling + compression is usually used in practice. 🔹 Key Scientific Concept Critical […]
News 1:Centre Increases Commercial LPG Allocation to 50% Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) the domestic production of LPG by refineries has risen about 40% compared to their production levels before the crisis, ever since supply maintenance orders mandated that refineries use propane, butene and other relevant streams to produce cooking gas, instead of […]
News 1:Israel Won’t Hit Key Iran Gas Facility Again: Trump Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) South Pars Context: South Pars is part of an offshore gas reservoir shared by Iran and Qatar, making the strike particularly sensitive for Qatari interests Saudi Arabia’s Defence Ministry said a drone crashed into the Samref refinery in the […]
NEWS 1 :22 India-Bound Ships on Hormuz Evacuation List Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Prelims 360 1.Crude Oil Demand 2. LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) Demand 3. LNG / Natural Gas Demand Calorific Value (CV) 👉 Definition:Amount of heat energy released when 1 kg (or 1 m³ for gases) of a fuel is completely burned. […]
News 1: India to Sign U.S. Deal Only After Clarity on Tariff Rates Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Original Framework: What Was Agreed in February? Aspect Details Announcement Date February 2, 2026 (following PM Modi-Trump call) Framework Finalised February […]
News 1: Assembly Polls Begin on April 9; West Bengal to Vote in Two Phases Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Electoral Landscape: Key Facts and Figures State/UT Polling Date(s) Constituencies Key Context Assam April 9 (Single Phase) 126 BJP-led […]
News 1: Atomic Clock on NavIC Satellite Calls Time; ISRO’s ’GPS’ Weakens Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Criticality of Atomic Clocks in Navigation Function Explanation Time Measurement Atomic clocks are the heart of any navigation satellite. They measure precise […]
News 1: New Supreme Leader of Iran Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Shut Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The New Leader’s Strategic Messaging Aspect Significance First Public Statement Establishes leadership credibility and signals continuity of强硬 policy post-assassination of his […]
News 1: Gas from New Sources Will End Shortage, Say Officials Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Context: West Asia Crisis and Energy Disruption Factor Impact Strait of Hormuz Closure ~20% of global oil and LNG trade disrupted; India’s vital […]
News 1: SC Upholds ’Right to Die’ for Man in Vegetative State Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. Evolution of Euthanasia Jurisprudence in India Case Year Contribution Aruna Shanbaug v. Union of India 2011 First recognized passive euthanasia; laid down High […]
New 1: Iran Picks Mojtaba Khamenei as New Leader Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Succession: A Historic Transition Aspect Details Predecessor Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (Supreme Leader for 37 years; assassinated February 28, 2026) Successor Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei (son of […]
News 1: Iran Vows Not to Attack Neighbours; Will Attack Them Only if Triggered, Says Iranian President; Trump Threatens to Intensify Strikes Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. Iran’s Strategic Pivot: De-escalation or Tactical Move? Aspect Analysis Public Assurance Aimed at […]
News 1: U.S. ’Allows’ India to Buy Russian Oil for 30 Days Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Context: Why This Waiver Now? Factor Explanation Iran Conflict Closure of Strait of Hormuz disrupted ~20% of global oil supply, spiking prices […]
Headline: U.S. Sinks Iranian Vessel Near Sri Lanka Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Syllabus Mapping (Relevance) Deep Dive: Core Issues & Analysis (For Mains Answer Body) A. The Incident: A Tactical Overview Aspect Details Target IRIS Dena, an Iranian Moudge-class frigate . Location International waters, ~40 nautical miles off Galle, Sri Lanka . Method Torpedo strike […]
News 1:Battered Iran Attacks Oil Infra Targets in West Asia; India Has 25 Days of Crude Stock Preliminary Facts (For Mains Answer Introduction) Prelims 360 What is Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)? 🇮🇳 Strategic Petroleum Reserve in India 📌 Nodal Ministry: 📌 Implementing Agency: 📍 Locations of SPR in India Phase I (Operational) Phase II (Approved/Under […]
Current affairs decide a large share of marks in UPSC Prelims, Mains and the Interview, and in TNPSC exams. Every morning our faculty publish the day’s important news from The Hindu, PIB, Indian Express and other sources — explained, organised by GS paper, and linked to the syllabus.
What each daily post includes
The key news of the day, grouped by GS Paper 1, 2, 3 and 4
Background and the static syllabus topic each story connects to
