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Why in the news? Journalists in Parliament and government functions are facing increasing restrictions and scrutiny, impacting their ability to cover events freely. The heightened security measures in the press gallery of the Rajya Sabha began after a security breach in December 2023, marking a significant change in the level of surveillance and access for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court of India delivered a split verdict on allowing genetically modified (GM) mustard in farmer fields. Currently, the only GM seed permissible in India is cotton. The two-judge Bench’s differing opinions mean the case now goes to a larger Bench led by the Chief Justice of India, with a …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Union Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi announced states can now buy rice directly from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) without e-auction. This aims to manage surplus stocks before the kharif crop procurement season. source:Springerlink What are the Key Details of the announcement? States can purchase additional rice beyond …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures—Structure, Functioning, Conduct of Business. Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors. Why in the News? Recent accusations by opposition Chief Ministers suggest the Centre is discriminating against non-NDA States in resource allocation, sparking debates on the fairness of fiscal transfers and the role of institutions like …
Read MoreRelevance GS 2 – Polity, Social Justice Context The Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) is a landmark decision that aims to ensure that the benefits of reservation reach the most disadvantaged sections within the SC community. The verdict has significant implications for social justice and the equitable distribution of …
Read MoreRelevance GS 2 – Governance, Media and Society Context: The space for journalists is being squeezed in Parliament and government functions, raising concerns about transparency and media freedom. The Press Gallery Experience Enhanced Security Measures: Last month, while covering Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech in the Rajya Sabha, journalists noticed an unusual level of scrutiny …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2- Bilateral relationship-India-UK, shaping India’s foreign policy Focus : The article emphasizes the evolving partnership between the U.K. and India, exploring the potential for a deeper economic and strategic relationship. It highlights areas of mutual interest such as trade, defense, technology, education, and mobility, and calls for a renewed focus on creating an equal …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; India and its neighborhood relations. Why in the news? Recently, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited India from July 30 to August 1 to strengthen bilateral strategic ties. India, the world’s biggest democracy, emphasizes Vietnam as a …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features. Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population. Why in the News? The Supreme Court’s call to exclude the creamy layer among SCs and STs from reservation benefits is significant for achieving true social justice. This move aims to ensure that affirmative action reaches those who are …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Indian Constitution: Evolution, Features. Government Policies and Interventions. Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a pivotal case on the definition and use of Money Bills. This decision will impact numerous laws passed without Rajya Sabha approval, questioning the constitutionality of bypassing the upper house and …
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