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11Jan 2026

Bombay HC Bars DV Relief in Live-In Affairs

BOMBAY HC RULES ON DV ACT RELIEF IN NON-MARITAL RELATIONSHIPS Why in the News? Judicial ruling: The Bombay High Court held that a woman knowingly in a relationship with a married man cannot seek relief under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. Legal clarity: The court ruled such a relationship lacks legal sanctity and is not …

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11Jan 2026

Russia Hits Ukraine with Oreshnik

RUSSIA STRIKES UKRAINE WITH ORESHNIK MISSILE AFTER REJECTING TRUCE PLAN Why in the News? Major escalation: Russia launched a hypersonic Oreshnik missile strike on Ukraine, killing civilians in Kyiv. Peace plan setback: Moscow rejected a Ukraine–Western allies proposal to deploy European troops after a ceasefire. Diplomatic tension: Russia warned that any Western forces in Ukraine …

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11Jan 2026

NGT Slams Varanasi Tent City Violations

NGT FLAGS ENVIRONMENTAL VIOLATIONS IN VARANASI TENT CITY Why in the News? Green tribunal ruling: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) held that the Varanasi Tent City violated environmental norms. Ganga riverbed issue: The project was set up on the river Ganga’s riverbed without mandatory prior clearances. Compensation ordered: NGT directed expeditious recovery of environmental compensation …

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09Jan 2026

UIDAI Launches Aadhaar Mascot UDAI

UIDAI LAUNCHES AADHAAR MASCOT ‘UDAI’ Why in the News? New initiative: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) launched the Aadhaar mascot ‘Udai’ to improve public outreach and promote environmental awareness through digital governance, potentially facilitating easier access to environmental clearance processes. People-friendly approach: The mascot aims to make Aadhaar-related information more relatable and accessible, potentially …

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09Jan 2026

Somnath Swabhiman Parv Nationwide 2026

SOMNATH SWABHIMAN PARV TO BE CELEBRATED NATIONWIDE Why in the News? Year-long celebration: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat announced that Somnath Swabhiman Parv will be celebrated throughout the year across India, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage preservation in line with principles of environmental jurisprudence and the need for a pollution-free environment. Historic milestones: The …

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09Jan 2026

Child Marriage Free India 2030 Plan

GOVT TARGETS CHILD MARRIAGE-FREE INDIA BY 2030 Why in the News? National goal set: The government aims to make India child marriage-free by 2030 under the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign, aligning with broader environmental and social development goals. Interim target: The campaign seeks to reduce child marriage prevalence by 10% by 2026, considering the …

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09Jan 2026

Cashless Road Accident Scheme Explained

CASHLESS TREATMENT SCHEME FOR ROAD ACCIDENT VICTIMS Why in the News? Nationwide rollout: Narendra Modi is expected to launch a cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims, emphasizing the need for both road safety and environmental protection. Universal coverage: The scheme will apply to accidents anywhere in India, not limited to National Highways, considering the …

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09Jan 2026

UN: India GDP 7.4% 2025 Fastest Grower

UN REPORT PEGS INDIA’S ECONOMIC GROWTH AT 7.4% IN 2025 Why in the News? UN projection: The United Nations has estimated India’s economic growth at 7.4% in calendar year 2025, considering environmental impact assessments in economic planning. Upward revision: The estimate marks a sharp upward revision from the UN’s earlier 6.3% forecast (September 2025), with …

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09Jan 2026

Pankhudi Portal Launched UPSC 2026

UNION MINISTER LAUNCHES PANKHUDI PORTAL FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN Why in the News? New digital platform: Annpurna Devi launched the PANKHUDI portal in New Delhi. Ease of living focus: The portal aims to enhance coordination, transparency, and participation in initiatives for women and children, while also considering environmental impact assessments. Integrated approach: Designed as a …

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09Jan 2026

Rural India: Goldilocks or Deflation Trap?

GOLDILOCKS OR DISTRESS-LOCKED? DEFLATION AND RURAL INDIA Syllabus: GS-3: ● Indian economy ● Growth and development Why in the News? Despite strong GDP growth and historically low inflation, recent macroeconomic data reveal sustained deflation, especially in rural and primary sectors. Falling prices in agriculture, stagnating wages, declining farm incomes, and rising loan defaults raise concerns …

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