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FCRA Amendment Expands State Control Over Civil Society Institutions Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Management of Social Sector/Services Why in the News ? The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 has been reintroduced in the Lok Sabha during the Monsoon Session of Parliament after being withdrawn earlier. The Bill has generated …
Read MoreFISCAL FEDERALISM: EFFICIENCY VERSUS EQUITY CONCERNS Syllabus: GS-2: Centre State Fiscal relation Governance Devolution of Power Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission (FC-16), chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its recommendations for the period 2026–2031. While retaining the 41% vertical devolution of Central taxes to States, it significantly restructures grants-in-aid, triggering debate over …
Read MoreHeatwaves And Lightning Added To India’s Notified Disaster List Why in the News ? The Union Government has included heatwaves and lightning in the list of notified natural calamities under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines, enabling States to provide financial relief to affected people. Key Decision and …
Read MoreSupreme Court Extends Domestic Cruelty Protection Beyond Marriage Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has ruled that women in certain live-in relationships can invoke criminal protection against domestic cruelty under Section 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (formerly Section 498A IPC), provided the relationship reflects an intent to marry. Supreme Court Expands Criminal …
Read MoreKarnataka HC Upholds Right To Be Forgotten Online Why in the News ? The Karnataka High Court recognised the Right to be Forgotten by directing online platforms and judicial record-keepers to mask the identity of an acquitted woman, reinforcing privacy, dignity, and the meaningful effect of judicial acquittal in the digital era. Karnataka High Court …
Read MoreGovernment Introduces Tax Reform Bill To Boost Investment Environment Why in the News ? The Union Government has introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha to simplify tax provisions, attract foreign investment from institutional investors and asset managers, promote data centre growth, strengthen fund management, and support the Make …
Read MoreNauru Renamed Naoero To Reclaim Indigenous National Identity Why in the News ? The Republic of Nauru has officially adopted the indigenous name Republic of Naoero to strengthen its cultural identity, preserve its endangered language, and distance itself from colonial-era nomenclature, reflecting a broader global trend of decolonisation and cultural revival. Why Nauru Changed Its …
Read MoreParliament Clears Birth Death Registration Amendment Bill Amid Protests Why in the News ? Parliament has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing stricter provisions for delayed registration of births and deaths. The legislation was cleared amid Opposition protests over other issues, including demands for accountability on recent incidents. Key Provisions …
Read MoreRBI Monetary Policy Balancing Inflation Growth And Stability Syllabus: GS-3: Banking Sector & NBFCs, Monetary Policy, Growth & Development Why in the News ? The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is scheduled to announce its latest monetary policy. While most economists expect a status quo on the repo rate, …
Read MoreNATO’s Strategic Transformation: Implications for Europe, the United States and India Syllabus: GS – 2 – Multilateral Organizations and India’s Foreign Policy Focus : The article examines NATO’s transition towards a more balanced transatlantic security architecture, with Europe assuming greater responsibility for its conventional defence while the United States shifts strategic attention to the Indo-Pacific. …
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