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04Dec 2025

ISI Bill Sparks Campus Autonomy Protest

Academics Protest Bill Reshaping Indian Statistical Institute Why in the News? Over 1,500 academics have protested the Union government’s plan to repeal the ISI Act, 1959 and replace it with a new Bill. Scholars argue the move will weaken ISI’s academic autonomy, alter its governance structure, and undermine its legacy as a premier research institution. …

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04Dec 2025

Rupee Slips Past 90: What It Means

Rupee Slides Past 90 Amid Economic Pressures Why in the News? The Indian Rupee breached the 90-per-dollar mark, raising concerns about external stability, widening trade deficit, and persistent foreign portfolio outflows. Despite stable macro indicators, the RBI appears to be favouring gradual depreciation, prompting debate on currency management and export competitiveness. This economic situation, much …

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04Dec 2025

PM Modi Hails Efforts on International Cheetah Day

PM Modi Appreciates Efforts On International Cheetah Day Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on International Cheetah Day, highlighting the success of Project Cheetah, its role in biodiversity restoration, and India’s efforts to revive ecological heritage, while encouraging global wildlife enthusiasts to engage in cheetah conservation. The project’s implementation has been …

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04Dec 2025

India Navy Day: Grand Maritime Display 2025

India Marks Navy Day With Grand Maritime Display Why in the News? India is observing Navy Day 2025 with a large-scale Operational Demonstration at Kerala’s Shangumugham beach, showcasing the Indian Navy’s maritime strength, commemorating Operation Trident (1971) and reaffirming India’s role as a Preferred Security Partner under the MAHASAGAR initiative. This celebration also highlights the …

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04Dec 2025

Development vs Environment: Finding Balance

Balancing Development Priorities With Strong Environmental Governance Syllabus: GS-3: Industrial Policy ,Infrastructure ,Growth & Development ,Planning ,Fiscal Policy ,Inclusive Growth Why in the News ? The Supreme Court’s recent judgment in CREDAI v. Vanashakti (2025) has revived the possibility of granting ex post facto Environmental Clearances (ECs)—permissions issued after construction begins. This ruling reverses a …

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03Dec 2025

India Sends BHISHM Cube Aid to Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka

India Sends BHISHM Cube Aid to Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka Why in the News ? India has deployed the BHISHM Cube under the Aarogya Maitri Project to support Sri Lanka’s cyclone-affected region of Indivitiya, Ja-Ela. The portable medical unit is providing essential healthcare services and emergency treatment, highlighting India’s commitment to regional humanitarian assistance. India’s Cyclone …

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03Dec 2025

SC Flags Misuse of Charge Sheets Nationwide

SC Flags Misuse of Charge Sheets Nationwide Why in the News ? The Supreme Court warned police and trial courts against filing indiscriminate charge sheets without strong suspicion or credible evidence. The court set aside criminal proceedings in a Kolkata property dispute, stressing that weak prosecutions clog courts and undermine the right to fair process. …

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03Dec 2025

Cooperative-Based Bharat Taxi App Set for Launch

Cooperative-Based Bharat Taxi App Set for Launch Why in the News ? The Union government has announced the upcoming nationwide launch of Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform. The initiative aims to empower drivers, reduce dependence on private aggregators, and expand the cooperative sector’s digital presence across major Indian cities. Government’s New Cooperative Mobility …

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03Dec 2025

SC Upholds Divorced Muslim Woman’s Property Rights

SC Upholds Divorced Muslim Woman’s Property Rights Why in News? The Supreme Court ruled that a divorced Muslim woman is legally entitled to recover dower (mehr), dowry, gold and all marriage-related gifts from her former husband. The judgment reinforces financial security, dignity, and constitutional equality for divorced Muslim women. Supreme Court Strengthens Property Rights of …

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03Dec 2025

India Set To Induct Third Nuclear Ballistic Submarine

India Set To Induct Third Nuclear Ballistic Submarine Why in the News ? India is preparing to induct Aridaman, its third Arihant-class nuclear ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). The navy chief confirmed that the submarine is in the final trial stages, marking a major boost to India’s nuclear triad and strategic deterrence capabilities. Major Expansion in …

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