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01Oct 2026

Demographic Panel: Data and Federalism Concerns

HIGH-LEVEL COMMITTEE ON DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGES: DATA, FEDERALISM AND CONSTITUTIONAL CONCERNS Why in the News? The High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes (HLCDC) constituted by the Union Home Ministry has sought extensive religion-wise and district-wise data from State governments on births, school enrolment, property and vehicle registrations, religious structures and identity-document registrations. Several States have reportedly found …

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01Oct 2026

India IIP Growth Hits 8% as Manufacturing Strengthens

INDIA’S INDUSTRIAL GROWTH: IIP ACCELERATION AND THE STRENGTHENING OF MANUFACTURING Why in the News? India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growth accelerated to 8% in August 2026, up from 7.35% in July, making it the second-highest growth rate since the new IIP series began in April 2024. The expansion was supported by strong performances in …

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01Oct 2026

Great Nicobar Project: Forest Rights & Tribal Consent

GREAT NICOBAR PROJECT: FOREST RIGHTS, TRIBAL CONSENT AND JUDICIAL REVIEW Why in the News? The Centre has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on Calcutta High Court proceedings concerning the proposed ₹92,000-crore Great Nicobar Island project, after the High Court rejected the government’s preliminary objection regarding the petitioner’s locus standi and allowed the matter …

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26Sep 2026

QUAD Ship Observer Mission 2026 Explained

QUAD-AT-SEA SHIP OBSERVER MISSION: Why in the News? India has welcomed the commencement of the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission, announced during the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi in May 2026. The mission involves India, Australia, Japan and the United States, with officers from all four countries participating aboard Indian Coast Guard …

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22Sep 2026

A Malacca–Singapore Model for Resolving Hormuz Crisis

A MALACCA-SINGAPORE MODEL FOR RESOLVING HORMUZ Syllabus: GS Paper – 2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests WHY IN THE NEWS ? Strategic Crisis: The ongoing Strait of Hormuz crisis has disrupted global energy and maritime security, reviving debates over cooperative arrangements for reopening critical chokepoints. Historical Parallel: The Malacca-Singapore Straits …

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22Sep 2026

Article 371(K) for Ladakh Explained | UPSC & KPSC Current Affairs

WHAT IS ARTICLE 371(K), AND WHAT COULD IT MEAN FOR LADAKH? Why in the News? The Centre has proposed the introduction of a new constitutional provision — Article 371K — for Ladakh. The proposed provision aims to provide special constitutional safeguards to protect Ladakh’s land, culture, environment and local interests. The proposal follows an “in-principle …

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27Aug 2026

Nepal Flash Flood Explained | UPSC GS-3

Nepal Flash Flood Triggers Massive Humanitarian Emergency Why in the News ? A massive flash flood in central Nepal has killed nearly 160 people, while more than 750 remain missing, including 133 Indian nationals. The disaster originated near the Nepal-Tibet border, damaging bridges and hydropower infrastructure and prompting major rescue efforts by Nepal, India and …

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26Aug 2026

UN Warns Autonomous Weapons Threaten Human Control

UN Warns Autonomous Weapons Threaten Human Control Why in the News ? The United Nations (UN) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have warned that the world is approaching a dangerous stage where autonomous weapons could independently select and attack humans, urging countries to establish binding international regulations. Rising Threat of ‘Killer …

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26Aug 2026

H1N1 Dominates Influenza A Cases Across India

H1N1 Dominates Influenza A Cases Across India Why in the News ? The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has reported that H1N1 constitutes nearly 98% of Influenza A infections currently detected in India. The ICMR has also clarified that the circulating strain is the familiar H1N1 pdm09 seasonal virus. Current Influenza Situation in India: …

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26Aug 2026

Publications Division Wins 7 FIP Awards 2026

PUBLICATIONS DIVISION WINS MULTIPLE FEDERATION OF INDIAN PUBLISHERS AWARDS Why in the News? The Publications Division has secured multiple prizes at the Federation of Indian Publishers (FIP) Awards, recognising its contribution to credible, informative and culturally enriching publishing. Its publications received second and third prizes across categories covering Hindi, English and Urdu books, journals, reference …

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