Newsmakers of 2025
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Why in news
The article highlights the emergence of key figures and events in 2025, including Shubhanshu Shukla's space mission and a militant attack by the Resistance Front in Jammu and Kashmir.
Background
Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to board the International Space Station. The Resistance Front, linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, carried out an attack on tourists in Jammu and Kashmir.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TShubhanshu Shukla: First Indian astronaut to board the International Space Station
- FactResistance Front: Militant group linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba
- PostGyanesh Kumar: Chief Election Commissioner of India
- PostRekha Gupta: First female BJP chief minister of Delhi
For Mains
Q. Discuss the implications of cross-border militancy on India's internal security and the necessity of robust intelligence-sharing mechanisms with neighboring countries.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Asymmetric warfare: Challenges in neutralizing non-state actors linked to state-sponsored militant groups
- Institutional integrity: Ensuring the independence of the Election Commission during high-stakes electoral cycles
Keywords: Cross-border terrorism · Space exploration · Institutional autonomy · Asymmetric warfare · Electoral integrity
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