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CELEBRATING SCIENCE, OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Syllabus: GS-2: Human resource development- Education GS-3 : Science and technology – Development and their application. Why in the News? The India Science Festival, held recently in Pune, highlighted a growing grassroots science movement across India, where students, families, and scientists engage in hands-on innovation beyond formal classrooms. The event …
Read MoreTIGER GLOBAL TAX CASE AND INVESTOR CONFIDENCE Why in the News? Supreme Court ruling has enabled reopening of tax assessment proceedings related to Tiger Global’s 2018 Flipkart stake sale. CBDT plans reassessment but has signalled a non-aggressive, legally cautious approach towards enforcement actions. Foreign investor sentiment is under scrutiny amid concerns over tax certainty and …
Read MoreRUPEE DEPRECIATION AND EXTERNAL PRESSURES Why in the News? Sharp depreciation: The Indian rupee slid 44 paise to ₹90.78 per US dollar, hovering close to its record low levels. Sustained weakness: The fall marked the third consecutive session of decline, signalling persistent pressure on the domestic currency. IMMEDIATE MARKET DEVELOPMENTS Dollar demand surge: Strong demand …
Read MoreROMEO–JULIET’ EXCEPTION AND POCSO DEBATE Why in the News? Supreme Court of India observation: The Court urged the Centre to consider a “Romeo–Juliet clause” to prevent misuse of the POCSO Act. Judicial trigger: The suggestion arose while setting aside an Allahabad High Court bail-related order on age determination. Core concern: The Court flagged criminalisation of …
Read MoreANDHRA JALLIKATTU’ AND RURAL CULTURAL PRACTICES Why in the News? Pasuvula Panduga festival: The traditional cattle festival, popularly called ‘Andhra Jallikattu’, was organised near Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. Mass participation: Hundreds of youths and spectators gathered at Pullaiahgaripalle village, reflecting strong rural cultural engagement. Peaceful celebration: The event concluded without major incidents, reporting only minor …
Read MoreDUGONG CONSERVATION CENTRE AND COASTAL REGULATION ISSUES Why in the News? Union Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) asked Tamil Nadu government to revise the International Dugong Conservation Centre Environmental clearance concerns raised due to construction in ecologically sensitive coastal areas. Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) violations flagged in the proposed project design. EAC OBSERVATIONS AND KEY CONCERNS …
Read MoreONLINE BETTING BAN AND DIGITAL ENFORCEMENT Why in the News? Mass website blocking: The Union Government blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling websites, signalling intensified digital enforcement. Cumulative crackdown: With this action, the total blocked platforms reached around 7,800, highlighting the scale of illegal online gambling. New legal regime: The action flows from the Promotion …
Read MoreRupee Slips Amid Dollar Strength in Forex Markets Why in the News? The Indian rupee depreciated by 10 paise to close at 90.29 per US dollar amid firm US dollar index levels. Currency movements reflect global volatility, capital flows, and monetary policy signals, making the development relevant for India’s macroeconomic outlook. This shift in currency …
Read MoreMalayalam Language Bill Sparks Federal, Linguistic Debate Why in the News? The Malayalam Language Bill, 2025, passed by the Kerala Assembly and awaiting Governor’s assent, has triggered opposition from Karnataka, which terms it unconstitutional, citing concerns over the rights of Kannada-speaking linguistic minorities, especially in Kasaragod district. Key Provisions of the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025: …
Read MoreSection 17A Revives Debate on Corruption Investigations Why in the News? A split verdict of the Supreme Court on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act has revived an old debate on balancing anti-corruption accountability with administrative autonomy, prompting reference to a larger constitutional bench. This debate has implications for …
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