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SUBOPTIMAL OUTCOMES: SOCIAL SECURITY CONCERNS OF UNORGANISED SECTOR WORKERS REMAIN Syllabus: GS-3: Indian Economy and issues related to planning and mobilisation of resources. Employment and Development Why in the News? The Union Labour Ministry has constituted the National Social Security Boards for Unorganised Workers and Gig and Platform Workers, one year after implementation of the …
Read MoreFOR ENERGY SECURITY, E100 ALONE IS NOT THE ANSWER Syllabus: GS-3: Science and Technology Environment and Ecology Economy Why in the News? India has transitioned to E20 petrol and amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, to facilitate vehicles running on E100 (pure ethanol). While ethanol blending aims to reduce crude oil imports and strengthen …
Read MoreSardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti 2026: Remembering the Iron Man of India and the Architect of National Unity 31 October 2026 | Universal Group of Institutions India celebrates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on 31 October every year, honouring one of the most influential leaders in the country’s freedom struggle and nation-building journey. Popularly …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT SEEKS STRONGER SAFEGUARDS AGAINST DIGITAL ARREST FRAUDS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Judicial Intervention: The Supreme Court has urged the RBI to introduce stronger safeguards and consider full compensation for digital arrest victims where institutional negligence by financial institutions enables fraud. Growing Concern: The Court highlighted that cybercriminals siphoned off more than ₹800 …
Read MoreKERALA REVIVES TRADITIONAL SURANGAM FOR WATER CONSERVATION WHY IN THE NEWS ? Conservation Initiative: Eight gram panchayats in Kasaragod district of Kerala will implement a project to restore traditional underground water tunnels called Surangams. Key Objective: The initiative aims to improve groundwater recharge, conserve rainwater and maintain river flows amid declining rainfall and increasing drought …
Read MoreCOLLEGIUM SYSTEM: JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE AND REFORM DEBATE WHY IN THE NEWS ? Recent Controversy: Retired Supreme Court judge Justice Sanjay Kaul suggested that former CJI D.Y. Chandrachud may have discussed proposed judicial appointments with the Union Government before collegium deliberations. Key Concern: The issue has revived debates over judicial independence, executive interference, transparency and accountability …
Read MoreSIANG DAM: DEVELOPMENT, SECURITY AND INDIGENOUS RIGHTS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Rising Opposition: The proposed 11,200-MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP) in Arunachal Pradesh is facing protests from indigenous Adi communities concerned about displacement, livelihood losses and cultural heritage. Strategic Context: The Centre considers the project important to counter China’s proposed 60,000-MW hydropower project …
Read MoreNAVIC REVIVAL: ISRO STRENGTHENS INDIA’S INDIGENOUS NAVIGATION SYSTEM WHY IN THE NEWS ? Upcoming Launch: ISRO is scheduled to launch NVS-03, the third-generation navigation satellite, to restore India’s Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC). Strategic Importance: The satellite aims to strengthen India’s independent satellite-based positioning system following failures of atomic clocks and previous satellite launches. NAVIC: …
Read MoreSERBIA’S STUDENT MOVEMENT TRANSFORMS PROTESTS INTO POLITICAL POWER WHY IN THE NEWS ? Electoral Victory: Serbia’s student-led movement secured a parliamentary majority, winning 141 of 250 seats and ending President Aleksandar Vučić’s decade-long dominance. Political Significance: The victory highlights how sustained, peaceful protests against corruption and institutional failures can transform into electoral success. ORIGIN AND …
Read MoreGST ENFORCEMENT REFORM: BALANCING TAX COMPLIANCE WITH LIBERTY Syllabus: GS-3: Fiscal Policy. Inclusive Growth, Growth & Development WHY IN THE NEWS ? Recent Recommendation: The GST Council has recommended removing Section 69 of the Central GST Act, which empowers GST officers to arrest individuals for specified tax offences. Major Objective: The reform aims to protect …
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