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NEPAL’S AGONY, THE HIMALAYAN WARNING TO INDIA Syllabus: GS-1: Geographical Features and their location. GS-3: Disaster Management Why in the News? Nepal Disaster: A recent disaster in Nepal has renewed concerns over the vulnerability of Himalayan regions to earthquakes, GLOFs, landslides and glacial instability. Indian Exposure: Large parts of northern India remain vulnerable to Himalayan …
Read MoreA SHARED DISASTER, BEYOND BORDERS AND GEOPOLITICS Why in the News? On August 26, 2026, a glacial collapse and landslide near the Nepal-China border triggered devastating flash floods across Nepal. The event, initially mistaken for a 4.4-magnitude earthquake, was later linked to glacial collapse and a landslide equivalent to a 5.2-magnitude seismic event. Preliminary estimates …
Read MoreGorkhaland Demand Enters New Phase of Dialogue Why in the News ? The Union Home Ministry has constituted a high-level committee to examine the long-standing Gorkha issue and prepare a framework for a “permanent political solution”. The move follows discussions among Gorkha leaders, the Centre and the West Bengal government. Historical Evolution of the Gorkhaland …
Read MoreJN Port Records Fastest Container Growth Worldwide in 2026 Why in the News ? Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPA) in Mumbai has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing container port, recording 13.6% growth in container throughput during the first half of 2026. It has climbed to the 21st position globally, strengthening India’s maritime profile. JNPA’s Rise in …
Read MoreNepal Flash Flood Triggers Massive Humanitarian Emergency Why in the News ? A massive flash flood in central Nepal has killed nearly 160 people, while more than 750 remain missing, including 133 Indian nationals. The disaster originated near the Nepal-Tibet border, damaging bridges and hydropower infrastructure and prompting major rescue efforts by Nepal, India and …
Read MoreMeghalaya Assembly Rejects Uranium Mining Amid Local Opposition Why in the News ? The Meghalaya Assembly has passed a resolution opposing uranium mining and ore processing in the State. The move supports decades of resistance by local communities in uranium-bearing areas and invokes Meghalaya’s Sixth Schedule protections over community and private land and resources. Meghalaya’s …
Read MoreIsrael-Lebanon Conflict Intensifies Environmental Damage in South Why in the News ? Lebanese authorities and residents have accused Israel’s military of deliberately triggering fires and damaging forests and agricultural land in southern Lebanon. The allegations come amid continuing tensions with Hezbollah, despite a relative lull in hostilities and a recent Israel-Lebanon understanding. Widespread Fires and …
Read MoreIndia-Japan Deeptech Partnership Set to Expand Innovation Why in News ? India and Japan are seeking to deepen cooperation in startups, deep technology, innovation and MSMEs. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has proposed a four-pillar framework, including a $1 billion deep-tech fund, to strengthen investment, research and cross-border technology partnerships. India-Japan Startup & Deep-Tech …
Read MoreHeatwave Funding Expands Under India’s Disaster Framework Why in the News ? The Ministry of Home Affairs has recognised heatwaves and lightning as notified natural calamities, enabling States to access the full State Disaster Risk Management Fund. The move follows Sixteenth Finance Commission recommendations and seeks to strengthen heat-risk preparedness and response. New Framework for …
Read MoreMMDR Reform Risks Undermining India’s Fiscal Federal Balance Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Industrial Policy Why in the News ? The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 has been passed by both Houses of Parliament.The amendment significantly strengthens Union control over mineral and mineral-land taxation, potentially weakening the fiscal position …
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