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THE PARALLEL TRACK IN INDIA–US TIES Syllabus: GS-3: ● India and its neighbourhood relations ● Bilateral relations Why in the News? In 2025, despite strained political signalling, trade frictions, and the postponement of the Quad Leaders’ Summit, India–U.S. relations remain resilient. Deepening defence, technology, and institutional cooperation, reflected in high-level ministerial visits and long-term agreements, …
Read MoreENERGY TRANSITION NEEDS SYSTEMIC REFORMS Syllabus: GS-3: Infrastructure : Energy Growth and Development Why in the News? India has crossed 180 GW of renewable energy capacity, making solar and wind among the cheapest power sources. However, rising renewable penetration has exposed deep structural weaknesses in distribution companies, tariff design, and wholesale electricity markets, shifting the …
Read MoreUrban India’s Climate Challenge Syllabus GS 3: Urbanisation Why in the News? Recently, COP30 held in Belem, Brazil, placed waste circularity at the core of climate action, committing global funds to reduce methane emissions and urging cities to treat waste as a resource. Introduction Urban waste management has emerged as a defining challenge for India’s …
Read MoreThe National Food Security Act, 2013 provides subsidized foodgrains to approximately two-thirds of India’s population through Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) and Priority Households (PHH) categories, with special focus on pregnant women and lactating mothers. The Act ensures 75% rural and 50% urban coverage with fixed quotas – 35 kg/household/month for AAY and 5 kg/person/month for …
Read MoreNew Tobacco Tax Regime To Begin February Why in the News? The Union Finance Ministry has notified a revised tobacco taxation framework, effective February 1, ending the GST compensation cess, revising GST slabs, and introducing a new dedicated cess to align with public health goals and ensure predictable security funding. This move reflects a growing …
Read MoreSupreme Court Clarifies Limits Of Cruelty Allegations Why in the News? The Supreme Court ruled that mere financial or monetary dominance of a husband over his wife does not amount to cruelty under criminal law unless accompanied by specific mental or physical harm, cautioning against misuse of criminal litigation. This ruling draws parallels to the …
Read MoreAndhra Pradesh Revises Prohibited Land Registration Rules Why in the News? The Andhra Pradesh government has removed five categories of land from the prohibited list under Section 22-A of the Registration Act, aiming to protect farmers’ rights, reduce litigation, and provide long-pending relief to genuine landowners. This decision reflects a growing trend towards environmental democracy …
Read MoreAncient Marathi Texts Affirm Savannas’ Ecological Antiquity Why in News? A new study published in People and Nature uses medieval Marathi literature and oral traditions to show that savannas in western Maharashtra are ancient ecosystems, not degraded forests, urging conservation policies to recognise their ecological and cultural legitimacy. This research highlights the importance of considering …
Read MoreE-Bill Platform Digitises Fertiliser Subsidy Governance Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has launched an E-Bill System to digitally process fertiliser subsidies worth nearly ₹2 lakh crore, aiming to enhance transparency, efficiency, auditability, and reduce fraud and delays in subsidy disbursement. This system could potentially be extended to manage environmental …
Read MoreBulgaria Joins Eurozone, Adopts Euro Currency Officially Why in the News? On January 1, Bulgaria officially adopted the euro, becoming the 21st member of the eurozone. The move marks a major milestone in Bulgaria’s EU integration, with a short transition period allowing parallel circulation of the lev. This transition, reminiscent of the process for obtaining …
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