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THE ROAD TO E20 IS NOT WITHOUT BUMPS Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies and interventions GS-3: Environmental pollution and degradation Why in the News? India’s transition to E20 petrol, containing up to 20% ethanol, has intensified concerns over vehicle compatibility, mileage reduction, fuel contamination and consumer choice. While ethanol blending supports energy security, lower crude-oil imports …
Read MoreE20 Ethanol Push: Balancing Energy Security and Sustainability Why in the News ? India’s E20 ethanol blending programme has expanded rapidly, with the government highlighting foreign-exchange savings and reduced crude-oil imports. However, concerns over legacy vehicles, mileage losses, food security, water use and phased implementation have intensified the debate over the sustainability of ethanol blending. …
Read MoreVB-GRAMG Reform: Expanding Rural Work, Weakening Guarantees Syllabus: GS-2: Poverty, Government Policies & Interventions, Issues Relating to Development GS-3: Employment, Infrastructure Why in the News ? The Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-GRAMG) has been presented by the government as an enhanced successor to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act …
Read MoreRBI Holds Repo Rate, Raises Growth Projection Optimistically Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% while revising India’s real GDP growth forecast for 2026–27 upward to 6.7%. The decision reflects confidence in domestic economic resilience despite global uncertainties and inflationary pressures, influencing investment decisions …
Read MoreFISCAL FEDERALISM: EFFICIENCY VERSUS EQUITY CONCERNS Syllabus: GS-2: Centre State Fiscal relation Governance Devolution of Power Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission (FC-16), chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its recommendations for the period 2026–2031. While retaining the 41% vertical devolution of Central taxes to States, it significantly restructures grants-in-aid, triggering debate over …
Read MoreRajya Sabha Passes Landmark MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 Why in the News ? The Rajya Sabha has passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing a national digital registration platform and mandatory TReDS-based invoice settlement for CPSEs to strengthen MSME liquidity and improve ease of doing business, attracting investment decisions …
Read MoreINDIA’S REFUSAL TO UPHOLD A GLOBAL GIG WORK LAW Why in the News? On June 12, 2026, the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva adopted ILO Convention No. 193: “Decent Work in the Platform Economy”, the first legally binding international treaty protecting the rights of platform (gig) workers. The Convention aims to establish minimum labour …
Read MoreFCNR(B) Deposits Strengthen India’s External Financial Stability Framework Why in the News ? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revived the FCNR(B) concessional swap window to attract foreign currency deposits from Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). The initiative aims to strengthen foreign exchange reserves, support the Indian rupee, and enhance resilience amid global economic uncertainty, offering …
Read MoreNSE Launches Ahimsa Index Promoting Ethical Investment Choices Nationwide Why in the News ? The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has launched the Nifty 500 Ahimsa Index, India’s first thematic index based on the principle of Ahimsa (non-violence). This sustainable investing initiative enables investors to invest in companies that avoid harm to animals and follow ethical …
Read MoreINDIA NOW HAS THE FUNDS, THE TALENT AND THE OPENING FOR A RESEARCH LEAP Syllabus: GS 3: Research & Innovation. Science & Technology. Why in the News? Amid growing geopolitical uncertainties, technology export controls, and the need for strategic self-reliance, India is accelerating investments in Research and Development (R&D) through the Anusandhan National Research …
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