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02Jun 2026

IMEC Caught Between Commerce and Geopolitics

IMEC IS CAUGHT BETWEEN COMMERCE AND GEOPOLITICS Syllabus: GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood. Global Groupings and India’s interest. Why in the News? The ongoing Iran conflict and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz have revived debates on secure global connectivity. The crisis has highlighted vulnerabilities in existing trade routes while simultaneously strengthening the strategic …

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01Jun 2026

Webb Telescope Reveals Exoplanet Weather Patterns

Webb Telescope Reveals Weather Patterns on Exoplanet Why in the News ? Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have successfully mapped weather patterns on WASP-94A b, a giant exoplanet located about 700 light-years away, providing unprecedented insights into atmospheric processes on distant worlds beyond our Solar System. Groundbreaking Discovery on a Distant Exoplanet …

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01Jun 2026

Bangladesh Approves Padma Barrage for Water

Bangladesh Approves Padma Barrage for Water Security Why in the News ? Bangladesh has approved the ambitious Padma Barrage Project on the Padma River (Ganga in Bangladesh) to address water scarcity and improve irrigation in its southwest region, while also reigniting debates over large-scale river engineering, environmental clearances, and ecological sustainability. Padma Barrage: Objectives and …

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01Jun 2026

Israel Captures Strategic Beaufort Castle in Lebanon

Israel Captures Strategic Beaufort Castle in Lebanon Why in the News ? Israeli forces have seized the historic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest military advance into Lebanese territory in over 25 years. The development represents a significant escalation in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Strategic Significance of Beaufort Castle Capture Israeli troops captured …

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01Jun 2026

Aravallis Shield Gangetic Plains from Desert Dust

Aravallis Shield Gangetic Plains from Desert Dust Why in News ? Recent dust storms across Rajasthan have highlighted the crucial role of the Aravalli Range in preventing dust from the Thar Desert from reaching the densely populated Indo-Gangetic Plains. Experts warn that degradation of the range is weakening this natural protective barrier, raising concerns about …

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01Jun 2026

Khet Bachao Abhiyan Promotes Sustainable Farming

Khet Bachao Abhiyan to Promote Sustainable Farming Why in the News ? The Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan from Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, to encourage the balanced use of fertilisers, improve farmer awareness, ensure effective delivery of agricultural schemes across villages, and promote a pollution …

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01Jun 2026

Delisting Debate Rekindles Tribal Identity Questions

Delisting Debate Rekindles Questions of Tribal Identity Why in the News ? The debate over “delisting” Scheduled Tribes (STs) who convert to Christianity or Islam has resurfaced following recent rallies in New Delhi and Chhattisgarh, alongside discussions during the Census process regarding tribal religious identity and constitutional protections, raising questions about environmental democracy and tribal …

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01Jun 2026

Breaking Silos for Stronger Energy Security

Breaking Silos for Stronger Energy Security Governance Syllabus: GS-1: Mineral & Energy Resources GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3:Economic and Social Development, Infrastructure Why in the News ? The Prime Minister’s recent call for energy austerity has revived debate on India’s energy governance framework. Rising geopolitical risks, disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, damaged Gulf …

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01Jun 2026

Adivasi Identity, Faith and Rights Debate

Adivasi Identity, Faith and Rights: Debating the Majoritarian Challenge Syllabus: GS – 3 – Tribal development , Development vs Environment debate Focus : The article examines the debate over Adivasi identity, religion, and constitutional rights in the context of demands to delist Christian Scheduled Tribes from reservation benefits. It highlights concerns regarding religious polarisation, protection …

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30May 2026

Delimitation Can Boost Women’s Urban Vote Share

Delimitation Can Boost Women’s Urban Electoral Participation Syllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution, Elections, Statutory Bodies Why in the News ? The debate on delimitation after the 2026 Census has intensified due to the possibility of expanding the Lok Sabha from 543 to 816 seats. Recent analysis highlights how delimitation can improve urban voter turnout, particularly among …

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