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The Indian Navy is undergoing a strategic transformation under Vision 2047 to become a fully indigenous, technology-driven maritime force. The focus areas are innovation, indigenisation, and integration of advanced technologies, aligned with the national Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission.

INDIGENISATION AND STRATEGIC SIGNIFICANCE

Food irradiation is an advanced food preservation technique in which food items are exposed to a controlled dose of ionising radiation to destroy harmful bacteria, insects and moulds and to slow down spoilage processes such as ripening and sprouting. The treatment does not make food radioactive and does not reduce its nutritional value. Instead, it improves food safety and extends shelf life, making the food safer for human consumption and suitable for long-distance transport and storage.

India’s solar transformation is one of the most rapid energy transitions witnessed in the world. From merely 3 GW in 2014, installed solar capacity has grown to about 129 GW by 2025, marking more than a forty-fold increase. Solar energy has now become the largest contributor to India’s renewable power sector, overtaking wind and hydropower in total installations.

India has also crossed a historic milestone by sourcing over half of its electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources. Out of nearly 500 GW total installed capacity, more than 259 GW now comes from solar, wind, hydro, nuclear and biomass, indicating a major structural shift away from fossil fuel dominance in electricity generation.

Core Identity

Statutory organisation established in 1963 under the Ministry of Cooperation to strengthen India’s cooperative movement through institutional finance and development support.

Financial Scale and Trend (Highlights)

INTRODUCTION

The Asian Youth Games (AYG) is a continental-level multi-sport event organised under the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) to identify, nurture and prepare young athletic talent from across Asia. The Games target athletes aged 14–18 and function as a structured pathway to elite international competitions such as the Asian Games and the Olympic Games. Beyond competition, AYG promotes cultural integration, discipline, leadership and sporting ethics among Asia’s youth.

India’s Constitution, adopted on 26 November 1949 and enforced from 26 January 1950, has completed 75 years as the foundation of Indian democracy. To commemorate this milestone and strengthen mass awareness about constitutional values, the Government of India launched the nationwide campaign titled “Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Samman”, which later evolved into “Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Swabhiman”.

Context

India’s defence sector is undergoing rapid indigenisation under Aatmanirbhar Bharat, aiming to reduce import dependence, enhance exports, strengthen R&D, and enable private sector + MSME participation.

Key Achievements

INTRODUCTION

On November 3, the International Day for Biosphere Reserves is observed to promote harmony between nature and communities. These reserves act as “living laboratories” for sustainable development, biodiversity protection, and local welfare. India celebrates this day with pride, having a strong network of 18 biosphere reserves covering 91,425 sq. km — 13 of which are recognized by UNESCO under the Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme.

INTRODUCTION

7 November 2025 marks the 150th anniversary of India’s National Song “Vande Mataram,” composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.

INTRODUCTION

– The India–EFTA TEPA came into effect on 1 October 2025, signed on 10 March 2024 in New Delhi.

– It is India’s first Free Trade Agreement with four developed European nations — Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.