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Trump Attacks UK’s Chagos Islands Sovereignty Decision Why in the News? Former U.S. President Donald Trump criticised the United Kingdom’s decision to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, despite earlier U.S. support, arguing it undermines national security and risks strategic advantage to China and Russia. This decision raises questions about the application of …
Read MoreGovernment Tightens Rules for Barrier-Less Toll Compliance Why in the News? The Centre has amended motor vehicle rules, similar to environmental clearance processes, to enforce stricter toll payment discipline ahead of multi-lane free flow (MLFF) tolling rollout, linking unpaid highway tolls with key vehicle-related services such as ownership transfer and permits. This move reflects a …
Read MoreTHE “DONROE DOCTRINE” AND A FRACTURED GLOBAL ORDER Syllabus: GS-2: ● India and its neighbourhood ● Bilateral, regional and global grouping Why in the News? The abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces in early 2026 has reignited debate on unilateralism in world politics. Branded the “Donroe Doctrine,” the action signals a sharp …
Read MoreBUILDING ON RURAL ROADS: PMGSY AT 25 Syllabus: GS-2: ● Welfare schemes for the vulnerable section of population Why in the News? Twenty-five years after the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), India’s flagship rural connectivity programme has reached maturity. With most sanctioned roads completed, the policy challenge now lies in maintenance, …
Read MoreRESPONSIBLE NATIONS INDEX LAUNCHED Why in the News? Index launch: Ram Nath Kovind launched the Responsible Nations Index (RNI) in New Delhi. Normative focus: The Index emphasises responsible behaviour of nations beyond economic or military metrics, including environmental stewardship. Academic backing: The framework is developed by World Intellectual Foundation in collaboration with Jawaharlal Nehru University. …
Read MoreIMF RAISES INDIA GROWTH FORECAST Why in the News? Growth upgrade: International Monetary Fund raised India’s 2025 growth forecast by 0.7 percentage points to 7.3%, citing strong recent performance. Outlook update: The revision was announced in the World Economic Outlook Update, reflecting robust fourth-quarter momentum. Global context: India continues to be highlighted as a key …
Read MoreINS SUDARSHINI LOKAYAN 26 VOYAGE Why in the News? Expedition launch: INS Sudarshini is set to begin a 10-month transoceanic voyage titled Lokayan 26, with environmental clearances obtained for all port visits to ensure compliance with international maritime regulations. Global outreach: The voyage will cover 22,000 nautical miles, visiting 18 ports in 13 countries, promoting …
Read MoreNEW SOLID–LIQUID HYBRID STATE OF MATTER Why in the News? Scientific discovery: Researchers report a new state of matter behaving simultaneously as solid and liquid at the nanoscale. This breakthrough could have implications for environmental impact assessments in future nanotechnology applications, potentially requiring environmental clearances for further development. Published findings: The results appeared in the …
Read MoreTAMIL NADU’S NEW HYBRID PENSION MODEL (TAPS) Why in the News? New scheme announced: The Tamil Nadu government has unveiled the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) effective January 1, 2026. Political commitment: The announcement was made by M. K. Stalin amid sustained employee demands for pension security. Hybrid approach: TAPS combines elements of the …
Read MoreHIGH SEAS TREATY AND GLOBAL OCEAN GOVERNANCE Why in the News? Treaty in force: The High Seas Treaty has officially entered into force after ratification by 60 countries. Global coverage: It governs nearly half of Earth’s surface, covering oceans beyond national jurisdictions. Broad support: Ratifications now include major maritime powers like China and Japan. KEY …
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