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Defence & Security
Bureau of Port Security (BoPS)
A proposed statutory body under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways to strengthen port and vessel security through risk-based planning, intelligence sharing, and cybersecurity measures. This initiative aims to modernize India’s maritime security infrastructure.
Education
Internationalising Higher Education
NITI Aayog’s roadmap proposes allowing foreign institutions to operate via a "campus within a campus" model, aligned with NEP 2020. This regulatory reform supports India’s goal of becoming a global education hub while maintaining quality standards.
Climate & Geography
Chillai Kalan
The harshest winter period in Jammu and Kashmir, lasting 40 days with sub-zero temperatures, heavy snowfall, and icy winds. While posing risks like road blockages and avalanches, it also contributes significantly to water security through snow accumulation.
Environment
Delhi-NCR Air Pollution Crisis
The Health Effects Institute study revealed that all top 20 most polluted air quality monitoring stations in India were located in Delhi-NCR in 2024. Despite some improvements under NCAP, absolute pollution levels remain critically high.
International Trade
India-New Zealand FTA
The Free Trade Agreement aims to reduce or remove tariffs on 95% of New Zealand exports to India, expanding economic cooperation and strengthening trade and investment linkages between the two countries across multiple sectors.
Culture & Heritage
National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal
The India-Netherlands MoU supports the NMHC at Lothal, involving museum design, artefact conservation, joint research, and collaboration with Amsterdam’s National Maritime Museum to highlight India’s ancient maritime legacy and the Harappan civilization’s maritime prowess.
Monetary Policy
Polymer Currency Technology
Oman’s introduction of a one-rial polymer banknote marks a historic shift from paper currency. Polymer notes offer enhanced durability and security features, representing a global trend in modern currency technology adopted by many countries.
Business & Economy
Statistical Series Revision
India is revising CPI, GDP, and IIP series by changing base years to improve statistical accuracy, capture evolving economic structures, and support more informed policy and investment decisions. This ensures economic data reflects current realities.
International Relations
India-France Cultural Exchange
Ravi Deecee (DC Books) received France’s "Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres" for contributions to literature and publishing, including translating French works into Malayalam and promoting international literary collaboration.
Defence
ASW Shallow Water Craft ‘Anjadip’
The Indian Navy’s anti-submarine warfare craft equipped with sonar, torpedoes, and anti-submarine rockets. It supports coastal surveillance and underwater threat detection, enhancing maritime security in shallow coastal waters.
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Which ministry will oversee the Bureau of Port Security (BoPS)?
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
BoPS focuses on maritime security enhancement
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What model does NITI Aayog propose for foreign universities in India?
"Campus within a campus" model
Aligned with NEP 2020 for global education hub
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What is Chillai Kalan in Jammu and Kashmir?
The harshest winter spell
40-day period of intense cold and snowfall
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How many of India’s top 20 polluted stations are in Delhi-NCR?
All 20
According to Health Effects Institute 2024 study
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What percentage of New Zealand exports get tariff relief under India-NZ FTA?
95%
Aims to strengthen bilateral trade and investment
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Where is the National Maritime Heritage Complex being developed?
Lothal, Gujarat
Ancient Harappan civilization maritime site
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What is the key advantage of polymer banknotes over paper currency?
Enhanced durability and security
Oman recently introduced one-rial polymer note
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What is the primary role of INS Anjadip?
Anti-submarine warfare
Shallow water craft with sonar and torpedoes
Think & Discuss
Balancing Openness and Quality in India’s Higher Education Internationalization
Context from today’s quiz: NITI Aayog has proposed regulatory reforms to allow foreign universities to operate in India through a "campus within a campus" model, aligned with NEP 2020’s vision of making India a global education hub. This represents a significant shift in India’s approach to higher education internationalization.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
While opening India to foreign universities can bring global expertise, innovative pedagogy, and international standards, it also raises important questions about accessibility, affordability, cultural appropriateness, and the impact on domestic institutions.
How can India ensure that internationalization of higher education benefits the broader student population and strengthens—rather than undermines—domestic institutions?
How can India ensure that internationalization of higher education benefits the broader student population and strengthens—rather than undermines—domestic institutions?
- Should there be regulatory caps on fees that foreign institutions can charge to ensure affordability for Indian students?
- How can we prevent a "brain drain" of top faculty and students from Indian institutions to foreign campuses operating in India?
- What role should the government play in ensuring that foreign institutions contribute to India’s skill development priorities and research needs rather than just offering premium degrees?
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspective in the comments.
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