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Sri Lanka Marks Victory Day After Civil Conflict Why in the News ? Sri Lanka is commemorating the 17th anniversary of the end of its civil war against the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam with a National Victory Day event scheduled in Battaramulla under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The commemoration reflects on the constitutional framework …
Read MoreED SEARCHES IN ZYGARDE TECHNOLOGIES FEMA CASE Why in the News? ED Investigation: Enforcement Directorate conducted searches in the Zygarde Technologies Private Limited case under FEMA provisions. Multiple Searches: Raids were carried out at premises linked to 14 individuals and entities connected with the investigation. Alleged Violations: The company allegedly routed funds abroad through online …
Read MoreNavIC Faces Setbacks As Atomic Clock Failure Emerges Why in the News ? India’s regional navigation system NavIC faces fresh concerns after an atomic clock failure in one of its satellites. Combined with earlier satellite issues and delays, this raises questions about the reliability and progress of India’s indigenous GPS alternative. Recent Issues Affecting NavIC …
Read MoreINDIA LIKELY TO OPPOSE PERMANENT WTO MORATORIUM ON E-TRANSMISSION DUTIES Why in the News? WTO Negotiations: India set to oppose US proposal for permanent moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions. Policy Divide: Issue to be discussed at WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14) amid developed–developing country differences, reflecting broader debates on sustainable development and pollution free …
Read MoreSC 9-JUDGE BENCH EXAMINES DEFINITION OF ‘INDUSTRY’ Why in the News? Constitution Bench Hearing: Supreme Court’s 9-judge Bench began hearing on definition of ‘industry’ under labour law. Key Legal Issue: Court examining whether government welfare activities qualify as ‘industry’ or sovereign functions, similar to debates around ex post facto environmental clearances. Legal issues in defining …
Read MoreSC HOLDS ALL ADOPTIVE MOTHERS ENTITLED TO MATERNITY LEAVE Why in the News? Judicial Ruling: Supreme Court held all adoptive mothers entitled to 12 weeks maternity leave, irrespective of child’s age. Policy Suggestion: Court urged government to introduce paternity leave as a social security measure. Key aspects of the Supreme Court judgment Provision Read Down: …
Read MoreAtmanirbharta Imperative Amid Weaponisation of Global Interdependence Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Bilateral Groupings & Agreements GS Paper – 3 Mobilization of Resources Employment Why in the News ? Growing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the weaponisation of trade, finance, and energy by major powers, …
Read MoreINDIA DENIES ASSISTING U.S. IN ATTACK ON IRANIAN WARSHIP IRIS DENA Why in the News? Diplomatic Clarification: India denied reports of assisting the S. Navy in targeting Iranian warship IRIS Dena. Strategic Context: Incident occurred after the vessel participated in multilateral naval exercise Milan hosted by India. India–U.S. defence agreements and operational framework LEMOA Provision: …
Read MoreAmit Shah Pays Tribute to Veer Savarkar Why in News ? Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary, recognizing his contribution to India’s freedom struggle, social reforms, and ideological leadership. The tribute highlights Savarkar’s continued relevance in India’s political, social, and historical discourse today. Tribute and Recognition …
Read MoreUNION GOVERNMENT PRESCRIBES OFFICIAL PROTOCOL FOR VANDE MATARAM Why in the News? Protocol Notification: Union Home Ministry issued a 10-page order prescribing official rules for singing or playing Vande Mataram at designated state occasions, reminiscent of the rigorous process of environmental clearance for projects. Ceremonial Clarification: The order mandates that the six-stanza official version be …
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