Ingerana aizawl: A new frog species formalised from Mizoram. Locality: Hratdawng Stream on the Mizoram University campus, approximately 15 km west of Aizawl City. State: Mizoram. Taxonomy: Genus Ingerana; Family Dicroglossidae. Earlier identification: Identified for years as Ingerana borealis; both morphological and genetic evidence established that it is a distinct species. Physical Features: Small and…
UPSC Prelims Current Affairs for 16 September 2026
UPSC Prelims Current Affairs for 16 September 2026 brings together the news items of the day that map to the Prelims syllabus — polity, economy, environment, science and technology, and international relations. Each item is written as a factual pointer you can revise quickly, with the static-syllabus link made explicit so the reading feeds directly into your Prelims notes.
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Space Weaponisation
Definition: Deployment or use of weapons and technologies for the purposes of targeting satellites, spacecraft, or terrestrial targets in outer space. Space Weaponisation vs Militarisation: Militarisation: Use of space assets for military supporting functions, e.g., communication, navigation, surveillance and reconnaissance. Weaponisation: Development or deployment of systems designed to destroy, degrade, disrupt, or disable. Anti-Satellite (ASAT)…
MDR on UPI
MDR: Merchant Discount Rate — this is the commission paid in the payments market for a merchant payment transaction. New Rule: On Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions of more than ₹2,000, an MDR of 0.4% will be levied from October 15, 2026. Who pays: Merchant (not consumer). Banks should ensure the charge is paid for subsequently…
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