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18Mar 2026

NavIC Setbacks: Atomic Clock Failure

NavIC 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 …

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18Mar 2026

India Opposes WTO E-Transmission Duty Ban

INDIA 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 …

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18Mar 2026

SC 9-Judge Bench: Industry Definition Case

SC 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 …

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18Mar 2026

SC Maternity Leave for Adoptive Moms

SC 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: …

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13Mar 2026

Atmanirbharta vs Global Weaponization

Atmanirbharta 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, …

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07Mar 2026

India Denies US Aid in Iran Ship Attack

INDIA 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: …

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26Feb 2026

Amit Shah Tribute to Savarkar

Amit 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 …

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11Feb 2026

Vande Mataram Protocol

UNION 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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11Feb 2026

SC Quashes SC/ST Charges: Vyapam Case

SUPREME COURT QUASHES SC/ST ACT CHARGES AGAINST VYAPAM WHISTLEBLOWER Why in the News? Judicial Relief: Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 against Vyapam whistleblower Anand Rai, drawing parallels with environmental jurisprudence. Legal Clarification: The Court held that invocation of stringent provisions of the SC/ST Act was legally unsustainable …

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11Feb 2026

SMILE Scheme Explained

SUPPORT FOR MARGINALIZED INDIVIDUALS FOR LIVELIHOOD AND ENTERPRISE (SMILE) SCHEME Why in the News? Scheme Update: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment provided status update on implementation of the SMILE Scheme and its rehabilitation outcomes, drawing parallels with environmental clearance processes. Data Disclosure: Government reported identification and rehabilitation figures under the Beggary sub-scheme and status …

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