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WORLD BANK RETAINS INDIA FY27 GDP GROWTH FORECAST AT 6.5% Why in the News? Growth outlook unchanged: The World Bank has retained India‘s GDP growth forecast at 6.5% for FY 2026–27, considering factors such as environmental clearances and their impact on economic activities. Tariff assumption: The projection assumes continuation of 50% import tariffs by the …
Read MoreCENTRE FORMS INTER-DEPARTMENTAL PANEL TO CURB ‘DIGITAL ARRESTS’ Why in the News? Govt. action reported: The Government of India informed the Supreme Court of India about forming a high-level panel to tackle digital arrest scams, drawing parallels to the process of obtaining environmental clearances. SC monitoring: The update was filed in a case being heard …
Read MoreSC SPLIT ON SANCTION TO PROSECUTE PUBLIC SERVANTS Why in the News? Split verdict delivered: The Supreme Court of India delivered a split judgment on the legality of prior sanction for prosecuting public servants. Conflicting opinions: Justice B.V. Nagarathna struck down the provision as unconstitutional, while Justice K.V. Viswanathan upheld it with safeguards. Larger Bench …
Read MoreRESPONSIBLE NATIONS INDEX TO BE LAUNCHED Why in the News? New global index launch: The Responsible Nations Index will be launched on January 19 by the World Intellectual Foundation. High-profile presence: Former President Ram Nath Kovind will be present at the launch event. Academic collaboration: The Index is being launched in collaboration with leading Indian …
Read MoreIndia’s Growth Paradox and Shrinking Fiscal Policy Space Syllabus: GS-3: Fiscal Policy, Government Policies & Interventions, Monetary Policy, Mobilization of Resources, Inclusive Growth Why in the News? The First Advance Estimates of GDP (January 2026) show India growing at 7.4% in real terms, but nominal GDP growth slowing to 8%, the lowest since 2002–03. This …
Read MoreMODI AND FRIEDRICH MERZ ARE LOOKING AT ‘INDO-EUROPE’ TO BALANCE AMERICA AND CHINA Why in the News? Europe is seeking to deepen its strategic, economic and geopolitical engagement with India amid global realignments. The idea of an “Indo-European partnership” is moving from rhetoric to actionable diplomacy, much like how environmental clearances transform policy into practice. …
Read MoreDEADLY BUSHFIRES SCORCH SOUTHEAST AUSTRALIA Why in the News? Loss of life: At least one person has died as intense bushfires continue to ravage southeast Australia, raising questions about environmental impact assessments and clearances in fire-prone areas. Widespread damage: Around 300 homes and buildings have been destroyed across affected regions, highlighting the need for robust …
Read MoreSAFETY OF VICTIMS PARAMOUNT IN POCSO BAIL CASES: SUPREME COURT Why in the News? Bail cancelled: The Supreme Court of India cancelled bail granted to an accused in a 2024 gang rape case involving a minor, highlighting the intersection of criminal justice and environmental jurisprudence, including considerations of environmental clearances and impact assessments. Judicial censure: …
Read MoreU.S. DECLARES EMERGENCY TO PROTECT VENEZUELAN SOVEREIGN FUNDS Why in the News? Emergency order: Donald Trump declared a national emergency to block courts and creditors from seizing Venezuelan government funds held in the United States, a move that could be seen as an ex-post facto intervention in financial matters. Executive action: An executive order bars …
Read MoreNATIONAL SPORTS GOVERNANCE RULES 2026 NOTIFIED Why in the News? Rules notified: The Central Government has notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026 under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. Reform push: The Rules aim to standardise governance, elections, and accountability across National Sports Bodies, similar to how environmental clearances standardize project …
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