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03Jul 2026

Air Pollution Needs Political Will, Not Elections

AIR POLLUTION PLAN NEEDS POLITICAL WILL, NOT AN EYE ON THE ELECTION CYCLE Syllabus: GS2: Issues related to development and management of social sector Health  Why in the News? The Delhi Government’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0 seeks to accelerate the transition towards electric mobility by phasing out registrations of conventional vehicles. While the initiative …

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03Jul 2026

Mandsaur’s HPV Vaccination Model Explained

A SHOT AT LIFE, MANDSAUR’S MODEL FOR HPV VACCINATION Syllabus: GS2: Issues related to development and management of social sector Health  Why in the News? The Government of India launched a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign on February 28, 2026, providing free vaccines to girls aged 14–15 years. Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh achieved 100% vaccination …

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02Jul 2026

CCIT Explained: Comprehensive Terrorism Treaty

COMPREHENSIVE CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM (CCIT) Why in the News? UNGA Support: The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has renewed support for India’s proposal on the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT) during the Ninth Review of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, with discussions scheduled for SIR 2026 (Special Intensive Review 2026). India’s Stand: India …

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02Jul 2026

VB-G RAM G Scheme Explained for UPSC

VIKSIT BHARAT–GUARANTEE FOR ROZGAR AND AJEEVIKA MISSION (GRAMIN) (VB-G RAM G) Why in the News? New Wage Floor: The Centre fixed a minimum wage of ₹300 per day under the VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, effective from July 1, 2026, strengthening economic security for eligible voters in rural areas. Scheme Replaced: The VB-G RAM G …

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02Jul 2026

GST Revenues Jump 14% in June on Imports

GST REVENUES UP 14% IN JUNE AMID RISING IMPORT-LED COLLECTIONS Why in the News? Revenue Growth: GST collections increased by 13.9% to ₹1.95 lakh crore in June 2026, marking the highest year-on-year growth in the last 13 months. Import Surge: The increase was largely driven by GST on imports, which grew by nearly 35%, significantly …

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02Jul 2026

High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes Explained

HIGH-LEVEL COMMITTEE ON DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGES (HLCDC) Why in the News? Questionnaire Initiative: The High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes (HLCDC) will send questionnaires to Chief Secretaries of all States to collect data on demographic changes since the 2011 Census. Migration Focus: The committee will also seek information from the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding Special …

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02Jul 2026

Telecommunications Rules 2026: Key Provisions

TELECOMMUNICATIONS (AUTHORISATION) RULES, 2026 Why in the News? New Rules Notified: The Union Government has notified the Telecommunications (Authorisation) Rules, 2026 under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, following SIR (Special Intensive Revision) of regulatory frameworks. Licensing Reform: The rules replace the earlier licensing framework with an authorisation regime for telecom and internet service providers, ensuring electoral …

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02Jul 2026

Disabled Inmates Must Self-Identify: Plea

DISABLED INMATES MUST BE ALLOWED TO SELF-IDENTIFY: PLEA Why in the News? SC Panel Submission: A plea before the Supreme Court-appointed High-Powered Committee has recommended allowing disabled prisoners to self-identify their disabilities for better protection and care, similar to how eligible voters self-declare information during voter registration processes. Prison Reforms: The recommendations seek effective implementation …

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02Jul 2026

How to Curb Young Adults on Social Media

ON CURBING YOUNG ADULTS ON SOCIAL MEDIA Syllabus: GS2: Effects of policies GS 3: Information Technology Effects of Globalisation on Indian society Why in the News? Growing concerns over the impact of social media on children and adolescents have prompted several countries to propose age-based restrictions and platform regulations. The debate has also gained momentum …

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02Jul 2026

India Must Rewire Asia Leadership

AS US RESHAPES ITS ASIA STRATEGY, INDIA MUST REWIRE ITS REGIONAL LEADERSHIP Why in the News? The United States is recalibrating its South Asia strategy, acknowledging that containing China’s rise through economic or military means has become increasingly difficult. As a result, Washington is expanding its engagement across South Asia rather than relying primarily on …

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