TOPIC	SUBJECT	PAPER
THE CHOTTANIKKARA (CORRECTION OF JYOTIANNAKKARA)	ARTA AND CULTURE	PRELIMS
THE INDIA–MIDDLE EAST–EUROPE ECONOMIC CORRIDOR	GEOGRAPHY	PRELIMS
POLYENDOCRINE METABOLIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PMOS)	BIOLOGY	PRELIMS
SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY	BIOLOGY	PRELIMS
THE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION (DRR) GROUP OF BRICS TO BE HOSTED BY ODISHA FROM JUNE 3-5 IN PURI	INTERNATIONAL BODIES	PRELIMS
OVERLAPPING MARITIME CLAIMS	INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS	PRELIMS
THE ‘GREENFIELD INDUSTRIAL CITY (BIDA MASTER PLAN-2045)’ PROJECT	ECONOMY	PRELIMS
GREEN ENERGY CORRIDOR-II PROJECT	ECONOMY	PRELIMS
THE UNITED NATIONS	INTERNATIONAL BODIES	PRELIMS
THE TIGER	ENVIRONMENT AND ECOLOGY	PRELIMS

 

THE CHOTTANIKKARA (CORRECTION OF JYOTIANNAKKARA) 

The Chottanikkara (correction of Jyotiannakkara) Sri Bhagavathy Temple is a temple dedicated to the Hindu supreme mother goddess Chottanikkara Bhagavathy. She is believed to reside Chottanikkara (Mahalakshmi) along with her husband Mahavishnu. 

THE INDIA–MIDDLE EAST–EUROPE ECONOMIC CORRIDOR

The India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (commonly abbreviated as IMEC or IMEEC) is a planned connectivity project that aims to bolster economic development by fostering connectivity and economic integration between Asia, the Persian Gulf and Europe.The economic corridor consists of an infrastructure route from India to Europe through the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Greece.The route draws on what is now described as the ancient Golden Road.

POLYENDOCRINE METABOLIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PMOS)

Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), is a complex endocrine and metabolic disorder. It is characterized by hormonal imbalances—specifically elevated androgens (male hormones) and insulin resistance—which can disrupt ovulation, cause irregular periods, and impact metabolic and mental health.

SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY

Synthetic biology is a multidisciplinary field that combines engineering principles with molecular biology. It allows scientists to design new biological parts or redesign existing natural systems to perform specific, useful tasks, such as producing lifesaving medicines, sustainable biofuels, or cleaning up environmental pollutants.

THE DISASTER RISK REDUCTION (DRR) GROUP OF BRICS TO BE HOSTED BY ODISHA FROM JUNE 3-5 IN PURI

• The meeting is focusing on strengthening disaster resilience and promoting sustainable development across the Global South.
• The three-day meeting, being hosted by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
• the opening day covered themes such as Governance and Community-Based DRR, Multi-Hazard Early Warning and Risk Intelligence, and Resilient and Climate-Smart Infrastructure.

OVERLAPPING MARITIME CLAIMS

Cambodia initiated an UN-backed dispute resolution process on Tuesday (June 2, 2026) with neighbour Thailand over overlapping maritime claims in the Gulf of Thailand, where undersea energy reserves are valued at around $300 billion.

THE ‘GREENFIELD INDUSTRIAL CITY (BIDA MASTER PLAN-2045)’ PROJECT

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, has officially granted environmental clearance to the ‘Greenfield Industrial City (BIDA Master Plan-2045)’ project of the Bundelkhand Industrial Development Authority (BIDA), Jhansi.

GREEN ENERGY CORRIDOR-II PROJECT

Green Energy Corridor-II project refers to the Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited (UPPTCL)’s investment of nearly Rs 5,400 crore to construct 21 substations and associated transmission infrastructure to evacuate close to 4,000 MW of solar power from the Bundelkhand region. The successful evacuation of solar power from Sunsure’s Kabrai plant — through the newly energised 220 kV Kabrai substation — marks the first time green power has flowed through this corridor.

THE UNITED NATIONS

The United Nations weather agency forecast ‌on Tuesday (June 2, 2026) a moderate or possibly strong El Nino that could drive up ​global temperatures and increase the risk of extreme weather over the coming ⁠months

THE TIGER

• The tiger (Panthera tigris) is a large cat and a member of the genus Panthera native to Asia
• It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species,
• The tiger generally mates all year round, particularly between November and April. A tigress is in oestrus for three to six days at a time, separated by three to nine week intervals.
• Gestation lasts around or over three months