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India Targets 60% Clean Power Capacity by 2035 Why in the News ? India has updated its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, aiming for 60% non-fossil fuel electricity capacity by 2035, alongside stronger emission reduction and carbon sink targets, signalling enhanced climate ambition and global leadership. This transition requires streamlined environmental clearances …
Read MoreCauvery Basin Faces Decline Amid Climate Change Risks Why in the News ? A recent IIT Gandhinagar study warns that the Cauvery basin may witness a 3.5% decline in water flow (2026–2050) despite increasing rainfall elsewhere, raising concerns over water sharing disputes and long-term climate change impacts in southern India. Key Findings of the Study: …
Read MoreWTO MC14 Faces Crisis Amid Rising Global Trade Tensions Why in the News ? The 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is being held in Yaoundé, Cameroon (March 26–29, 2026) amid global trade tensions, focusing on dispute settlement reforms, e-commerce rules, and multilateralism’s future. Crisis in Global Trade Multilateralism: MC14 is …
Read MoreCAPF Administration Bill 2026 Sparks Opposition in Rajya Sabha Why in the News ? The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Rajya Sabha, triggering opposition protests over IPS deputation provisions and alleged violation of Supreme Court directives, raising concerns about cadre officers’ promotions and administrative control, similar to debates …
Read MoreSaraswati Samman 2025 Awarded to Ramkumar Mukhopadhyay Why in News ? Eminent Bengali writer Ramkumar Mukhopadhyay has been selected for the 35th Saraswati Samman (2025) for his novel ‘Hara Parbati Katha’ (2020), highlighting his literary contribution and the award’s continued relevance in recognising outstanding Indian language literature. Award and Author Highlights Ramkumar Mukhopadhyay, a noted …
Read MoreIndia’s Growth Needs Equity for Sustainable Prosperity Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Growth & Development Why in the News ? The World Inequality Report 2026 highlights that despite India’s high GDP growth, inequality remains among the highest globally. The editorial underscores the K-shaped recovery, rising wealth concentration, and low female labour participation, raising …
Read MoreTHE TRANSGENDER PERSONS AMENDMENT BILL: A FLAWED FIX Syllabus: GS 2: Issues related to development of social sector Government policies and interventions. Why in the News? The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes significant changes to the 2019 Act, including narrowing the definition of transgender identity and introducing medical certification. The Bill …
Read MoreSupreme Court Clarifies Religion-Based Limits On SC Status Why in the News ? The Supreme Court ruled that Scheduled Caste (SC) status is restricted to persons professing Hinduism, Sikhism, or Buddhism, stating that conversion to other religions leads to loss of benefits, reaffirming provisions of the Constitution (SC) Order, 1950. Supreme Court Judgment and Key …
Read MoreGujarat Introduces Uniform Civil Code Bill In Assembly Why in the News ? The Gujarat government has introduced the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026 in the Assembly, proposing a common legal framework for personal laws, making Gujarat the second State after Uttarakhand to move towards implementing a UCC. Key Provisions of Gujarat UCC Bill …
Read MoreMeghalaya Restricts Garo Council Polls To ST Candidates Why in the News ? The Meghalaya Governor approved an amendment mandating Scheduled Tribe (ST) certification for contesting Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections, ending non-tribal participation and strengthening protections for indigenous tribal representation under the Sixth Schedule. Key Provisions of the Amendment: The Garo Hills …
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