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Consensus Essential To Preserve India’s Federal Democratic Structure Why in the News ? Debates over delimitation, rising fiscal transfers, and growing tensions between the Centre and States have revived concerns regarding the future of cooperative federalism in India, with experts advocating dialogue, consultation, and democratic restraint as long-term solutions. This discussion gains significance as India …
Read MoreIN FEDERALISM CHALLENGES, CONSENSUS IS THE SOLUTION Syllabus: GS 2: Federalism Centre-State Relation Why in the News? Debates surrounding the recently defeated Constitutional Amendment Bill have reignited discussions on the indian federal system, representation, fiscal devolution, and the growing tensions between the Centre and States. FISCAL FEDERALISM IN INDIA ● Finance Commission Role: The Finance …
Read MoreNew J&K Divisions Bill Triggers Political Debate Why in the News ? A proposed Bill in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly seeks creation of Pir Panjal and Chenab Valley divisions along with 16 new districts, sparking debate over administrative efficiency, regional imbalance, and political implications amid competing narratives of decentralisation and regional identity. The reorganisation …
Read MorePresident’s Rule Ends As New Government Takes Charge in Manipur Why in the News ? President’s Rule in Manipur ended after nearly a year with the swearing-in of a new BJP-led NDA government headed by Yumnam Khemchand Singh, amid continuing ethnic tensions and renewed emphasis on peace, inclusivity and political reconciliation. The new government …
Read MoreSupreme Court Bars Discriminatory Taxation Among States Why in the News ? The Supreme Court struck down a Rajasthan government notification (2007) granting VAT exemption to locally made asbestos cement sheets and bricks, ruling that taxation cannot discriminate between goods produced within and outside the state, violating Article 304(a) of the Constitution. This ruling has …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Ministry of Mines has released guidelines to establish Centres of Excellence under the National Critical Mineral Mission, aiming to boost research and technology in critical minerals essential for clean energy, mobility, electronics, defence, and space sectors. Strengthening Critical Mineral Research: The Ministry of Mines has issued fresh guidelines for …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered sea vessel as a landmark public-private collaboration. The project reflects India’s push for self-reliance in clean energy technology, supported by CSIR’s New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership Initiative (NMITLI). Historic Milestone in Marine Innovation: India unveiled its first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The 6th India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise ‘DUSTLIK-6’ has begun at Pune’s Foreign Training Node. This annual event strengthens defence ties and focuses on sharing tactics for joint sub-conventional operations. The exercise will continue until April 28, 2025. Participating Forces: The Indian contingent includes 60 personnel from the JAT Regiment and …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? India’s total exports of goods and services grew by 5.5% in FY 2024-25, reaching a historic $820.93 billion despite global uncertainties. Merchandise exports and non-petroleum shipments showed positive trends, though trade deficit widened due to higher imports. Export Growth Overview: India’s total exports (goods & services) grew by 5% in …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. The case involves alleged money laundering linked to re-allotment of a Panchkula plot to Associated Journals Limited by Congress-led Haryana government. National Herald Case: Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi and …
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