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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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06Jan 2026

ICG Commissions Samudra Pratap PCV

INDIAN COAST GUARD COMMISSIONS INDIGENOUS POLLUTION CONTROL VESSEL SAMUDRA PRATAP Why in the News? Major induction: Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard’s first indigenously designed pollution control vessel, Samudra Pratap, in Goa, marking a significant step towards a pollution free environment in coastal areas. Aatmanirbhar push: The vessel has over 70% indigenous content, marking …

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29Dec 2025

Haryana Env Clearance Bodies Reconstituted 2025

Centre Reconstitutes Haryana’s Environmental Clearance Authorities Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has reconstituted Haryana’s SEIAA and SEAC to clear regulatory backlogs, decentralise environmental clearances for Category ‘B’ projects, and strengthen scrutiny amid rapid urbanisation in NCR districts. This move aims to address the need for retrospective environmental …

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25Mar 2025

Key Controversies in the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024

Why in the News ? The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced in Lok Sabha, has sparked opposition due to provisions allowing non-Muslim members in Waqf boards, empowering state officials over Waqf disputes, and altering property registration rules, raising concerns over religious autonomy and government bias. Key Provisions and Amendments: The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, proposes …

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20Mar 2025

APAAR ID for Students: Policy, Concerns, and Implications

Syllabus: GS – 2- Education , Right of Children , RTE, Right to Privacy , Universal rights Focus : The article discusses the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR), its objectives, and the push for its large-scale adoption despite being officially voluntary. It covers concerns related to data privacy, constitutional validity, and the role of …

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20Mar 2025

Hmar-Zomi Tensions in Manipur: Peace Efforts Underway

Why in the News ? Recent tensions between the Hmar and Zomi tribes in Manipur’s Churachandpur district led to unrest. However, leaders from both communities have pledged to restore peace, emphasizing the need for inter-community harmony while preserving their cultural identities and traditions. Cultural and Traditional Aspects: Zomi people speak Kuki-Chin languages, practice Christianity, and …

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20Mar 2025

India’s National Wildlife Health Policy to Boost Surveillance

Why in the News ? The Government of India is drafting the National Wildlife Health Policy (NWHP) to strengthen wildlife disease surveillance, research, and diagnostics. It includes establishing the National Referral Centre for Wildlife (NRC-W) in Junagadh and integrating wildlife health monitoring under the One Health approach. About the of the Policy: The Government of …

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20Mar 2025

Cabinet Approves Revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission with ₹3,400 Crore

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the Revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) with an enhanced outlay of ₹3,400 crore for 2021-26. The scheme introduces new initiatives to boost milk production, breed improvement, and dairy sector growth across India. Cabinet Approves Revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM): The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra …

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20Mar 2025

Green Energy Surpasses 42% in India’s Power Mix

Why in the News? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that green energy now constitutes over 42% of India’s total power generation. Speaking at the 32nd Convergence India Expo, he emphasized the government’s focus on alternative fuels, biofuels, and faster transport infrastructure. Government’s Focus on Alternative Energy The government is prioritizing the development of alternative fuels …

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20Mar 2025

Delimitation Concerns: Lessons from Jammu & Kashmir, Assam

Syllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution , Elections , Statutory Bodies Focus: With the upcoming 2026 delimitation exercise, concerns have been raised regarding regional power imbalances and communal biases in constituency demarcation. Past experiences in Jammu & Kashmir (2022) and Assam (2023) highlight the risks of unequal representation, administrative inefficiencies, and religious polarization, sparking debates on the …

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