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Haven-1: World’s First Private Space Station to Launch in 2027

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Why in News?

  • The world’s first private space station “Haven-1” is scheduled to launch in 2027 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
  • It marks a major shift from government-led missions to commercial space infrastructure.
haven 1

Key Highlights

Developed by:

  • US-based aerospace company Vast

Launch Timeline:

  • Expected in early 2027

Launch Vehicle:

  • SpaceX Falcon 9, a reusable rocket reducing mission costs

Significance:

  • First privately owned space station
  • Beginning of commercial space station era

Context:

  • Comes as the International Space Station is expected to be retired by the end of this decade

What is International Space Station?

A habitable artificial satellite in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Serves as a microgravity research laboratory One of the most complex international collaborations involving:

  • NASA (USA)
  • Roscosmos (Russia)
  • European Space Agency (Europe)
  • JAXA (Japan)
  • Canadian Space Agency (Canada)
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/worlds-first-private-space-station-haven-1-aboard-a-spacex-falcon-9-rocket-set-to-launch-in-2027/articleshow/127884540.cms: Haven-1: World’s First Private Space Station to Launch in 2027

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Azista Space Captures ISS Images: Boost to India’s Space Situational Awareness (SSA)

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Why in News?

Hyderabad-based Azista Space has successfully captured images of the International Space Station using its own satellite. This marks a significant step in strengthening India’s indigenous Space Situational Awareness (SSA) capabilities.

azista space

First-of-its-kind achievement:

  • Azista Space demonstrated “in-orbit snooping” capability.

What was done?

  • Its satellite successfully captured images of the ISS from orbit, proving advanced tracking and imaging abilities.

Importance of SSA:

  • Helps in detecting, tracking, and identifying objects in space.
  • Prevents collisions between satellites and space debris.
  • Protects critical infrastructure like:
    • Communication satellites
    • Navigation systems (e.g., GPS/NavIC)
https://www.indiatoday.in/science/story/azista-space-spying-satellites-space-situational-awareness-collission-crash-iss-2864913-2026-02-08: Azista Space Captures ISS Images: Boost to India’s Space Situational Awareness (SSA)

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వినాయక్ దామోదర్ సావర్కర్ వర్ధంతి (ఫిబ్రవరి 26) – సేవలు, పుస్తకాలు & స్వాతంత్ర్య పోరాటంలో పాత్ర

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వార్తలలో ఎందుకు? ఫిబ్రవరి 26వ తేదీ వినాయక్ దామోదర్ సావర్కర్ (వీర్ సావర్కర్) వర్ధంతి. ప్రధానమంత్రితో సహా పలువురు నాయకులు, భారతదేశ స్వాతంత్ర్య ఉద్యమంలో ఆయన పోషించిన పాత్రను ప్రముఖంగా ప్రస్తావిస్తూ నివాళులర్పించారు.

వీర్ సావర్కర్ యొక్క ప్రధాన సేవలు: విప్లవ సంస్థలు: మిత్ర మేళాను స్థాపించారు (1899). తరువాత ఇది అభినవ్ భారత్ సొసైటీగా రూపాంతరం చెందింది (1904). లండన్‌లో కార్యకలాపాలు: ఇండియా హౌస్ (లండన్)తో అనుబంధం కలిగి ఉన్నారు. భారతీయ విద్యార్థులను సమీకరించడానికి ఫ్రీ ఇండియా సొసైటీని స్థాపించారు. 1857 తిరుగుబాటు పునర్వివరణ: ‘ది హిస్టరీ ఆఫ్ ది వార్ ఆఫ్ ఇండియన్ ఇండిపెండెన్స్’ (1909) గ్రంథాన్ని రచించారు. ఈ తిరుగుబాటును “మొదటి స్వాతంత్ర్య యుద్ధం” అని పిలిచిన మొదటి వ్యక్తి. జైలు శిక్ష: 1910లో అరెస్టు (నాసిక్ కుట్ర కేసు). సెల్యులార్ జైలులో (అండమాన్ & నికోబార్ దీవులు) 50 సంవత్సరాల జైలు శిక్ష విధించబడింది. https://www.

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వినాయక్ దామోదర్ సావర్కర్ వర్ధంతి (ఫిబ్రవరి 26) – సేవలు, పుస్తకాలు & స్వాతంత్ర్య పోరాటంలో పాత్ర Read More »

Strait of Hormuz Closure by Iran – Location, Importance & Impact on Global Energy for UPSC, APPSC, TGPSC and other state PSC exams

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Why in News?

Iran announced a temporary closure of parts of the Strait of Hormuz to conduct live-fire naval exercises. The move has raised concerns over global energy supply and maritime security.

strait of hormuz

Strait of Hormuz:

Strait of Hormuz is narrow waterway separating Iran (north) from the Musandam Peninsula (an exclave of Oman) and the United Arab Emirates (south).

  • World’s Most Vital Chokepoint: It is the only sea passage from the Persian Gulf to the open ocean.
  • Energy Lifeline: Approximately 20-25% of the world’s seaborne oil and 20-30% of global Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) pass through it daily.
  • Major Exporters: Key OPEC members like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, and Iran rely on it to export crude. Qatar, the world’s leading LNG exporter, sends nearly all its LNG through this strait. 
Significance for India
  • Energy Security: India is highly dependent on this route, as nearly 40% of its crude oil imports and 54% of its LNG imports pass through the strait.
  • Economic Impact: Any disruption leads to immediate spikes in global oil prices, impacting India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) and fueling domestic inflation.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c78n6p09pzno: Strait of Hormuz Closure by Iran – Location, Importance & Impact on Global Energy for UPSC, APPSC, TGPSC and other state PSC exams

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CITIZENSIP TRAIL

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The National Register of Citizens (NRC) was first prepared and updated in which state?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following is NOT a mode of acquiring Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act 1955?

 
 
 
 

Which part of the Indian Constitution guarantees Fundamental Rights?

 
 
 
 

Which case is associated with the Supreme Court striking down the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) Act 1983?

 
 
 
 

The Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution on:

 
 
 
 

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on which grounds?

 
 
 
 

Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers Parliament to make laws on citizenship?

 
 
 
 

The Citizenship Amendment Act 2019 grants fast-track citizenship to persecuted minorities from which three countries?

 
 
 
 
 
 

Which of the following is a ground for DEPRIVATION of citizenship under Section 10 of the Citizenship Act 1955?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following correctly states the relationship between Articles 5 to 11 of the Constitution and the Citizenship Act 1955?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following is NOT included in the Fundamental Rights guaranteed under Article 19 to Indian citizens?

 
 
 
 

The concept of ‘Jus Sanguinis’ in citizenship law refers to:

 
 
 
 

The concept of ‘Jus Soli’ in citizenship law means:

 
 
 
 

Article 19 of the Indian Constitution guarantees six freedoms. Which of the following groups correctly identifies ALL six freedoms?

 
 
 
 

The Citizenship Act was enacted by the Indian Parliament in which year?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following is the correct sequence of constitutional articles dealing with citizenship?

 
 
 
 

The Citizenship Act 1955 was amended to provide citizenship to persons of Indian origin in which year — also when OCI was introduced?

 
 
 
 

In India, citizenship is a subject in the _______ List, meaning only _______ can legislate on it.

 
 
 
 

What does Article 10 of the Indian Constitution state about citizenship?

 
 
 
 

Citizenship in India is listed under which Schedule and Entry of the Constitution?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following persons can apply for registration as an Indian citizen under Section 5 of the Citizenship Act 1955?

 
 
 
 

Consider the following statements about citizenship provisions in the Indian Constitution:
1. Articles 5 to 11 in Part II deal with citizenship.
2. Article 9 states that a person who voluntarily acquires foreign citizenship ceases to be an Indian citizen.
3. Article 11 empowers state legislatures to make laws relating to citizenship.
Which of the statements given above is/are CORRECT?

 
 
 
 

In which Schedule of the Indian Constitution is citizenship listed as a Union subject?

 
 
 
 

Under the Citizenship Act 1955, which of the following can lead to termination of Indian citizenship?

 
 
 
 

What is the minimum period of residence required in India for citizenship by naturalisation (general category)?

 
 
 
 

The Citizenship (Amendment) Act 2019 was challenged in the Supreme Court primarily on the basis of violation of which constitutional provision?

 
 
 
 

Which Part of the Indian Constitution deals with Citizenship?

 
 
 
 

Deprivation of citizenship under Section 10 of the Citizenship Act does NOT apply to persons who acquired citizenship by:

 
 
 
 

The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) was passed by the Indian Parliament in which year?

 
 
 
 

Article 5 of the Indian Constitution deals with which of the following?

 
 
 
 

Which provision prevents a person from being both an Indian citizen and a citizen of another country simultaneously (barring OCI)?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following persons CANNOT be granted Indian citizenship by naturalisation?

 
 
 
 

Which Fundamental Right is available to citizens of India ONLY (not to all persons)?

 
 
 
 

India follows which type of citizenship system?

 
 
 
 

The right of a minor who has renounced Indian citizenship to resume it is available:

 
 
 
 

Which committee/body of the Constituent Assembly dealt with the Draft Articles on Citizenship?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following is correct about the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card?

 
 
 
 

Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides that a person shall not be a citizen of India if they voluntarily acquire citizenship of a foreign state?

 
 
 
 

Which among the following statements about the Foreigners Act 1946 is CORRECT?

 
 
 
 

Which Article of the Indian Constitution specifically abolishes untouchability and its practice is an offence?

 
 
 
 

Under which article does the Indian Constitution address citizenship of persons of Indian origin residing outside India?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following bodies determines disputes related to citizenship in India?

 
 
 
 

The ‘basic structure’ doctrine related to citizenship was most importantly articulated in which Supreme Court case?

 
 
 
 

What is the difference between an ‘NRI’ (Non-Resident Indian) and an ‘OCI’ (Overseas Citizen of India)?

 
 
 
 

Which of the following correctly describes ‘citizenship by incorporation of territory’ under the Citizenship Act 1955?

 
 
 
 

The Citizenship (Amendment) Act 2019 reduces the residency requirement for naturalisation to 5 years for minorities from Pakistan Bangladesh and Afghanistan. This amendment is to Clause __ of Section __ of the Citizenship Act 1955.

 
 
 
 

A person born in India on or after 26 January 1950 but before 1 July 1987 is a citizen of India by:

 
 
 
 

What is meant by ‘domicile’ in the context of Indian citizenship law?

 
 
 
 

Article 6 of the Indian Constitution relates to citizenship of which category of persons?

 
 
 
 

What is the significance of the Assam Accord of 1985 in the context of citizenship?

 
 
 
 


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Musi Riverfront Development Project (MRDP) – Land Acquisition Begins, Features & Objectives for TGPSC exams

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The Telangana government has initiated the land acquisition process for the Musi Riverfront Development Project (MRDP).

musi riverfront development project

Musi Riverfront Development Project:

  • A major urban development initiative in Hyderabad.
  • Focuses on rejuvenation of the 55 km Musi River corridor

Core Objectives:

  • Ecological Restoration: Cleaning the river by stopping sewage flow, removing silt, and establishing 100% sewage treatment capacity through a network of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs).
  • Water Management: Linking the Musi to the Godavari River to ensure perennial clean water flow and mitigate long-term drought risks.
  • Flood Mitigation: Redesigning the riverbed and floodplains to manage extreme weather events effectively.
  • Urban Infrastructure: Developing 29 new bridges, an elevated East-West corridor, and mixed-use transit nodes.
  • Cultural & Public Spaces: Creating parks, promenades, cycling tracks, and iconic landmarks like the Gandhi Sarovar at Bapu Ghat.

Phase-1 details:

Phase I focuses on a 21-km stretch with an estimated cost of ₹6,500–7,000 crore.

  • Stretch: Covers two primary sections—9.5 km from Osmansagar to Bapu Ghat and 11.5 km from Himayatsagar to Bapu Ghat.
  • Key Feature: The Gandhi Sarovar project at Bapu Ghat, which will include the world’s tallest Mahatma Gandhi statue (150-ft) and extensive green zones.
https://thesouthfirst.com/opinion/they-came-to-clean-the-river-and-stayed-to-sell-the-bank-a-critical-assessment-of-the-musi-riverfront-project/: Musi Riverfront Development Project (MRDP) – Land Acquisition Begins, Features & Objectives for TGPSC exams

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PRASHAD Scheme in Telangana – 4 Tourism Projects Approved-TGPSC exams

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Why in News?

Union Ministry of Tourism announced progress under the PRASHAD Scheme in Telangana, with one project completed and three ongoing.

telangana tourism

Projects Approved under PRASHAD Scheme in Telangana:

  • Jogulamba Devi Temple-Alampur.
  • Ramappa (Rudreshwara) Temple-Mulugu district.
  • Bhadrachalam Temple-Bhadradri Kothagudem district
  • Renuka Yellamma Devasthanam

PRASAD scheme:

  • Full Form: Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive
  • Launched in: 2014–15
  • Ministry: Ministry of Tourism
  • Type: Central Sector Scheme
Objectives:
  • Integrated development of pilgrimage destinations
  • Improve tourism infrastructure
  • Promote religious tourism in a sustainable manner
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/development-of-one-telangana-tourism-project-under-prashad-scheme-completed-three-ongoing/article70599050.ece: PRASHAD Scheme in Telangana – 4 Tourism Projects Approved-TGPSC exams

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Swami Dayanand Saraswati Birth Anniversary – Arya Samaj, Satyarth Prakash & Key Contributions

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The birth anniversary of Swami Dayanand Saraswati was observed recently. The President and Vice President of India paid tribute, highlighting his role in social and religious reforms.

swami dayanand saraswati

Major Contributions of Swami Dayanand Saraswati:

Famous Slogan:

  • “Back to the Vedas” (Return to pure Vedic teachings)

Concept of Swaraj:

  • First to give the call “India for Indians” (1876)

Religious Reforms:

  • Promoted Monotheism
  • Opposed idol worship and polytheism
  • Emphasized Vedas as supreme authority

Shuddhi Movement:

  • Focused on reconversion to Hinduism

Education Initiatives:

  • Inspired establishment of DAV (Dayanand Anglo-Vedic) institutions
  • First DAV School established in Lahore (1886) by Mahatma Hansraj

Literary Work:

  • Authored “Satyarth Prakash”
https://ddnews.gov.in/en/pm-modi-pays-homage-to-maharshi-dayanand-saraswati-on-birth-anniversary/: Swami Dayanand Saraswati Birth Anniversary – Arya Samaj, Satyarth Prakash & Key Contributions

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Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Death Anniversary (February 26) – Contributions, Books & Role in Freedom Struggle

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Why in News?

February 26 marks the death anniversary of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar (Veer Savarkar). Leaders, including the Prime Minister, paid tribute highlighting his role in India’s freedom movement.

vinayak damodar savarkar

Major Contributions of Veer Savarkar:

  • Revolutionary Organizations:
    • Founded Mitra Mela (1899)
    • Later transformed into Abhinav Bharat Society (1904)
  • Activities in London:
    • Associated with India House (London)
    • Established Free India Society to mobilize Indian students
  • Reinterpretation of 1857 Revolt:
    • Authored The History of the War of Indian Independence (1909)
    • First to call the revolt “First War of Independence”
  • Imprisonment:
    • Arrested in 1910 (Nasik Conspiracy Case)
    • Sentenced to 50 years in Cellular Jail (Andaman & Nicobar Islands)
https://www.newsonair.gov.in/minister-amit-shah-pays-tribute-to-freedom-fighter-vinayak-damodar-savarkar/: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Death Anniversary (February 26) – Contributions, Books & Role in Freedom Struggle

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