Matcha tea: Assam tea estate recently sold India’s first commercially-produced matcha tea+ A premium green tea powder traditionally produced in Japan, China, and Vietnam+ Vibrant green colour and rich flavour+ It provides higher levels of antioxidants, amino acids, and natural caffeine, compared to conventional tea+ Method – Whole tea leaves are finely ground into powder+ India has expanded its tea portfolio beyond traditional exports.

MANAS – National Narcotics Helpline portal+ Nodal ministry – Ministry of Home Affairs+ To establish a user-friendly platform to conveniently report drug-related matters 24x7+ To raise awareness and establish a comprehensive platform for seeking assistance+ Significance – It stands as a beacon for citizens to come forward, contributing collectively to curb drug-related activities.

Amarnath Yatra: Over 12,000 devotees offered prayers at the Amarnath shrine on the first day of the yatra, allowed from July 3 to August 28, 2026+ It is a sacred annual Hindu pilgrimage to the Amarnath Cave in the Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir+ Key routes – Baltal Route – 14 km trek, begins from the Baltal base camp (near Sonamarg), about 95 km from Srinagar, Pahalgam Route – l32 km long, begins from the Nunwan base camp (near Pahalgam), about 90 km from Srinagar+ Pilgrims must obtain a Compulsory Health Certificate (CHC) from authorized doctors/hospitals before applying.