29Jan 2026

Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 Targets Nationwide Saturation

Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 Targets Development Saturation Nationwide Why in the News ? NITI Aayog has launched Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0, a time-bound national campaign to achieve saturation of key development indicators in Aspirational Districts and Blocks, strengthening last-mile governance and outcome-based development. This initiative also aims to promote environmental democracy and enhance environmental jurisprudence at the …

29Jan 2026

New Rules Ease Compliance for CETPs in India

Government Simplifies Rules for Common Effluent Treatment Plants Why in the News ? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has rationalized regulations governing Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs) to strengthen pollution control infrastructure, fast-track their establishment in industrial clusters, and support sustainable industrial growth without diluting environmental safeguards. This move aims to streamline …

29Jan 2026

Karnataka Draft Wage Rules Align with Labour Codes

Karnataka Draft Wage Rules Echo Central Labour Codes Why in the News ? The Karnataka government released draft Code on Wages Rules on January 27 to operationalise the Code on Wages, 2019, triggering criticism from labour unions that the framework may depress wages and weaken worker protections. This development has implications for various sectors, including …

29Jan 2026

False POCSO Complaint: Court Narrows Prosecution Scope

False POCSO Complaint Prosecution Narrowly Interpreted by Court Why in the News ? The Kerala High Court quashed criminal proceedings under Section 22 of the POCSO Act, clarifying that prosecution for false complaints applies only to select grave offences under the Act, not to lesser offences like sexual harassment. This interpretation echoes principles of environmental …

29Jan 2026

India–EU Trade Pact: Challenges After the Applause

AFTER THE APPLAUSE: IMPLEMENTING THE INDIA–EU TRADE PACT Syllabus: GS-2:International Treaties & Agreements, Important International Institutions GS-3:Climate Change ,Sustainable Development WHY IN THE NEWS ? India and the European Union have concluded negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement, termed the “mother of all deals.” While political endorsement has generated optimism, attention has shifted to …

27Jan 2026

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Hide & Seek on Employment Guarantee? UPSC

PLAYING HIDE AND SEEK ON EMPLOYMENT GUARANTEE Syllabus: GS 2: Government policies and intervention Welfare schemes for vulnerable section Why in the News? The proposed Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB-GRAMG Act) has sparked widespread criticism for potentially diluting the legally enforceable employment guarantee provided under MGNREGA, despite claims of …

27Jan 2026

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Cybercrime Global Governance Crisis: UPSC Guide

CYBERCRIME AND A GLOBAL GOVERNANCE CRISIS Syllabus: GS 3: Awareness in the field of IT Cyber security and Governance Why in the News? In December 2024, the United Nations adopted the Convention against Cybercrime, the first multilateral criminal justice treaty in two decades. India, the United States, Japan, and Canada declined to sign, exposing deep …

26Jan 2026

Trump Era Challenges: Why India Must Stand Strong

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 …

24Jan 2026

Thyroid Testing & Clinical Judgment

THYROID 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 …

23Jan 2026

Centre Parakram Diwas 2026 Event Guide

CENTRE 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 …

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