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23Jul 2025

Indian Cities: Jobs Rise Amid Climate Challenges

Indian Cities Face Job Growth and Climate-Related Threats Why in the News? A World Bank report projects that by 2030, Indian cities will create 70% of new jobs but risk losing $5 billion annually to pluvial floods unless climate-resilient infrastructure and governance reforms are implemented. This highlights the urgent need for sustainable urban development in …

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23Jul 2025

Supreme Court Reviews Timelines for Governor Assent

Supreme Court Reviews Timelines for Governor Assent Why in the News? The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Union and all States over a Presidential reference on whether governors and the President must act within specified timelines when handling bills passed by state legislatures, affecting constitutional practices nationwide. About Supreme Court Steps In on …

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23Jul 2025

WWII Relics Found in Imphal West Construction Site

World War II Relics Found in Imphal West Why in the News? Construction workers in Manipur’s Imphal West district discovered several pieces of untouched wartime debris, including grenades and ammunition boxes, near Langthabal, a site close to the historic Battle of Imphal. Experts believe the items belonged to British-led Allied troops. Recent Discovery of Wartime …

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23Jul 2025

Vice President’s Role Questioned Over Political Bias

Vice President’s Role Questioned Amid Political Bias Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Parliament, Executive, Elections, Constitutional Bodies WHY IN THE NEWS? Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar‘s totally unexpected resignation during the Monsoon Session raised eyebrows, especially in light of his repeated controversial statements against the judiciary and open political leanings. His tenure reignited debates about the …

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23Jul 2025

China, India, and the Buddhism Conflict Explained

CHINA, INDIA AND THE CONFLICT OVER BUDDHISM Why in the News? A quiet yet intense geopolitical contest is unfolding between India and China in the Himalayan region, away from the more visible naval competition in the Indo-Pacific. This emerging frontier conflict is not driven by trade, oil, or military might, but rather by efforts to …

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23Jul 2025

Upgrading Mission Shakti: India’s ASAT Space Defence

India’s ASAT Capabilities: Upgrading Mission Shakti for Strategic Space Defence In an era where space is becoming the next frontier of geopolitical competition, India is taking bold steps to secure its interests beyond the atmosphere. One of the key pillars of this strategy is the development and upgradation of Anti-Satellite (ASAT) weapons, which are now …

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22Jul 2025

Legal Status of Voting Right in India

Legal Status of Voting Right in India Why in the News? The Supreme Court is reviewing petitions on electoral roll revisions in Bihar. During the hearings, a key issue raised is whether the right to vote in India is a statutory right, a constitutional right, or a fundamental right. About Types of Rights in the …

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22Jul 2025

Long-billed Bush Warbler Spotted After 46 Yrs

Long-billed Bush Warbler Sighted in India After 46 Years Why in the News? The Long-billed Bush Warbler, a Near Threatened species among warblers, was sighted in India’s Ladakh Suru Valley after 46 years. This rare sighting of these singing birds renews interest in India’s biodiversity conservation and the search for “long lost birds” in the …

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22Jul 2025

AI Copyright Laws: Global Legal Challenges

Legal Uncertainty Over AI Copyright Grows Globally Why in the News ? Recent U.S. court rulings involving Meta and Anthropic have reignited debates around copyright protection and AI training datasets. The decisions offer clarity on fair use, but questions remain about piracy, market harm, and India’s legal preparedness for AI-generated content. These rulings highlight the …

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22Jul 2025

Bitra Island Row: Legal, Livelihood Alarm

Bitra Island Acquisition Sparks Legal, Livelihood Concerns Why in the News ? The Lakshadweep administration plans to acquire Bitra island for defence and strategic use, triggering strong opposition from residents. Locals, who depend on fishing and coconut farming, fear displacement, and have decided to challenge the move legally citing livelihood and ecological threats. The island, …

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