Current Context: Major General G. Srinivas has assumed charge as the new Commandant of the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, taking over from Lieutenant General Harsh Chhibber, who has been promoted as Director General Information Systems. ABOUT College of Defence Management (CDM) Location: Secunderabad, Telangana Type: Premier tri-services institution under Integrated Defence Staff Purpose: Provides advanced management training to senior Army, Navy, and Air Force officers Focus on modern warfare complexities, strategic leadership, and resource optimizationRead More

Current Context: Dr. Kanad Das has been appointed as the 13th Director of the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), becoming the first mycologist (mushroom scientist) to lead the institute. ABOUT Dr. Kanad Das Expertise: Internationally known fungal taxonomist; discovered 165+ new mushroom species and 2 new genera. Academic Work: Published 170 research papers and authored 8 books on mushrooms. Experience: Over 25 years in botanical sciences; served at Central National Herbarium and Acharya J.C. Bose Indian Botanic Garden. Career Start: Began as a research scholar at BSI Dehradun Centre.  ABOUT Botanical Survey of India (BSI) Established: 1890. Parent Ministry: Ministry....Read More

Current Context: President has re-appointed R. Venkataramani as the Attorney General of India for a term of two years. ABOUT Attorney General of India Constitutional Provision: Article 76. Qualification: Must be eligible for appointment as a Supreme Court Judge. Functions: Advise Government of India on legal matters. Perform legal duties assigned by the President. Discharge functions under the Constitution or law. Right of Audience: Can appear in all courts of India. Term of Office: Holds office during the pleasure of the President. Remuneration: Decided by the President. Parliamentary Rights (Article 88): Can participate and speak in proceedings of either House,....Read More

CURRENT CONTEXT Gourangalal Das, a 1999 batch IFS officer, has been appointed as India’s new Ambassador to South Korea. ABOUT Former Director General, India-Taipei Association Expert in East Asia affairs and China-related negotiationsRead More

Current Context: Irfaan Ali has secured a second term as the President of Guyana, following the general election held on 1 September 2025. ABOUT IRFAAN ALI’S RE-ELECTION Party: People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Outcome: Won 36 of 65 parliamentary seats About GUYANA Official Name: Co-operative Republic of Guyana Location: Northeastern edge of South America, bordered by Venezuela (west), Brazil (south), Suriname (east), and the Atlantic Ocean (north) Ethnic Composition: Predominantly South Asian and African descent, with mixed and indigenous groups. Language & Currency: English (official); Guyanese Dollar (GYD)  Read More

Current Context: RBI approved the reappointment of R Gandhi as Yes Bank’s Non-Executive Chairman. ABOUT R. GANDHI Position: Part-time Non-Executive Chairman of Yes Bank. New Term: 20 September 2025 – 13 May 2027. Authority: Appointment cleared by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Significance: Ensures leadership stability at Yes Bank.Read More

Current Context: Dr. Deepak Mittal, a 1998-batch IFS officer, has been appointed as India’s new Ambassador to the UAE.  About UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) Location: Southeastern Arabian Peninsula; borders Saudi Arabia (west & south), Oman (east & southeast), and maritime borders with Iran. Area: ~71,000 sq. km (Abu Dhabi covers ~84% of total area). Terrain: Coastal plains (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah) Vast deserts (part of Rub’ al Khali) Hajar Mountains in the east Official Language: Arabic (English widely used); courts also recognize Chinese, French, Hindi, Russian. Currency: UAE Dirham (AED)Read More

Current Context : Shri Rajit Punhani, a 1991-batch IAS officer (Bihar cadre), assumed charge as the CEO of FSSAI.  About FSSAI Full Form: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India Established under: Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 Type: Autonomous body Works under: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India Headquarters: New Delhi Mandate: Lays down standards for food articles and regulates their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import to ensure safe and wholesome food.Read More

Current Context : Ms. T.C.A. Kalyani, a 1991-batch ICAS officer, has been appointed as the 29th Controller General of Accounts (CGA). About T.C.A. Kalyani Over 34 years of service in Indian Civil Accounts Service Expertise: Public finance, digital governance, transparency Role of CGA Principal accounting advisor to the Government of India Functions: Maintain central govt. accounts Prepare monthly and annual statements Implement financial reforms Monitor expenditure and receipts Strengthen transparency and accountabilityRead More

CURRENT CONTEXT : Former RBI Governor Urjit Patel appointed Executive Director at IMF (2025–2028), representing India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan. ABOUT IMF Established: 1944, Bretton Woods Conference Members: 191 (latest – Liechtenstein, 2024) Headquarters: Washington, D.C. Objective: Promote monetary cooperation Ensure financial stability Facilitate global trade Promote growth & reduce poverty STRUCTURE Board of Governors: Highest decision-making body, meets annually IMFC (International Monetary and Financial Committee): Advisory body (24 members) Executive Board: Daily operations, works with Managing DirectorRead More