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NEEDED IN TRUMP ERA: AN INDIA THAT CAN STAND UP FOR ITSELF Syllabus: GS-2: ● India and its neighbourhood ● Bi-lateral , regional and global groupings Why in the News? Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Davos speech critiquing Big Power hegemonism and warning middle powers to protect themselves has revived debates on strategic autonomy, erosion …
Read MoreTHYROID TESTING AND CLINICAL JUDGMENT Why in the News? Clinical Guidance: Doctors have cautioned that thyroid testing should be based on clinical suspicion, not vague or isolated symptoms, similar to the approach taken in environmental impact assessments. Rising Misuse: Increasing reliance on social media advice and informal recommendations is leading to unnecessary thyroid investigations, mirroring …
Read MoreCENTRE TO ORGANISE PARAKRAM DIWAS 2026 Why in the News? Commemorative Event: Parakram Diwas-2026 is being organised to mark the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. National Observance: The celebrations are being held in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and at 13 other locations linked to Netaji’s life, highlighting the importance of environmental …
Read MoreANDHRA PRADESH CONSIDERS SOCIAL MEDIA BAN FOR MINORS Why in the News? Policy Proposal: The Andhra Pradesh government is exploring an Australia-like ban on social media use for children below 16 years, considering it as a measure to ensure a pollution-free environment for child development. Ministerial Panel: A Group of Ministers (GoM) headed by IT …
Read MoreNET FDI TURNS NEGATIVE FOR FOURTH STRAIGHT MONTH Why in the News? FDI Outflows: India’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) remained negative for the fourth consecutive month in November 2025, with outflows exceeding inflows. This trend has raised concerns about the impact on environmental clearances and project approvals. RBI Data: Latest data released in the …
Read MoreINDIANS’ OVERSEAS SPENDING FALLS SHARPLY Why in the News? Outward Decline: Indians’ abroad spending and remittances dropped to a two-year low of $1.94 billion in November 2025. This trend could have implications for environmental clearances related to international projects and investments. Education Slump: Foreign education outgo fell to its lowest level since April 2020, the …
Read MoreCABINET CLEARS DELHI FOOD SECURITY RULES, 2025 Why in the News? Cabinet Approval: Delhi Cabinet has approved the Delhi Food Security Rules, 2025, aimed at strengthening the Public Distribution System and ensuring food security for eligible beneficiaries. This move comes as the government also considers streamlining environmental clearance processes for various projects. Pending Beneficiaries: Over …
Read MoreIS ASIA-PACIFIC ON TRACK TO ELIMINATE MALARIA BY 2030? Syllabus: GS-2: ● Social Sector and services related to Health ● Health and sanitation Why in the News? The World Malaria Report 2025 presents mixed signals for the Asia-Pacific region, showing declining malaria cases alongside rising artemisinin resistance and shrinking global financing, raising doubts over achieving …
Read MoreDeodar Forests Under Threat Syllabus GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Recently government approval for tree felling in Uttarakhand revived debates on environmental governance, National Mission for Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystem, disaster resilience, and conflicts between development priorities and ecological security concerns. The lack of proper environmental clearances and adherence to the Forest Conservation Act …
Read MoreINDIA’S TRADE AGREEMENTS AND THE CASE FOR SUNSET CLAUSES Syllabus: GS-2: International Treaties & Agreements , Government Policies & Interventions GS-3:Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests WHY IN THE NEWS ? India is negotiating multiple trade agreements with partners including the US, UK, EU, and others, amid global trade uncertainty. Recent …
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