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Gorkhaland Demand Enters New Phase of Dialogue Why in the News ? The Union Home Ministry has constituted a high-level committee to examine the long-standing Gorkha issue and prepare a framework for a “permanent political solution”. The move follows discussions among Gorkha leaders, the Centre and the West Bengal government. Historical Evolution of the Gorkhaland …
Read MoreAgeing with Dignity Requires Rights, Care and Protection Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions, Issues Related to Elderly, Human Resource Why in the News ? India is undergoing a significant demographic transition, with its elderly population increasing rapidly as fertility declines and life expectancy rises.India currently has around 150 million people aged above 60, and …
Read MoreVande Mataram Debate: History, Faith and National Identity Why in the News ? The Congress Working Committee has reiterated that only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram should be publicly sung, citing the 1937 CWC decision and views of Gandhi and Tagore. The issue has revived debate over religious imagery, national identity and the …
Read MoreSupreme Court Redefines Industry Under New Labour Code Why in the News ? A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court has held that the expansive 1978 interpretation of “industry” under the Industrial Disputes Act will not automatically apply to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Future interpretation will depend on the Code’s own text and …
Read MoreNAMASTE Scheme Expansion Targets Safer Rural Sanitation Why in the News ? The Centre is considering expanding the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) from urban areas to rural India. The proposed expansion would cover additional sanitation workers and receive about ₹498.73 crore during 2026–27 to 2030–31. NAMASTE Scheme: Expansion and Key Features …
Read MoreNanavati Report Exposed State Failures In 1984 Riots Why in News Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar died while serving a life sentence in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots murder case. His role and the wider findings of the Justice Nanavati Commission have again highlighted political complicity, organised violence and failures of the State machinery. Nanavati Commission …
Read MoreTerritorial Army Launches Cybersecurity Hackathon For Innovation Why in the News ? The Territorial Army has launched Terrier Cyber Quest 2026, a national-level hackathon to develop indigenous solutions for emerging defence and cybersecurity challenges. The initiative brings together students, researchers, industry, government organisations and Armed Forces personnel to strengthen India’s technological capabilities. Terrier Cyber Quest …
Read MoreSupreme Court Reaffirms Broad Meaning of Industry Under Labour Law Why in the News ? A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, has upheld the broad interpretation of “Industry” established in the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply judgment under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The ruling clarifies its applicability …
Read MoreMaveeran Ondiveeran: A Forgotten Hero of Colonial Resistance Why in the News ? Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan paid tribute to Maveeran Ondiveeran on his death anniversary, recalling his exceptional courage and sacrifice in resisting the East India Company. Ondiveeran served as a trusted commander under Puli Thevar and remains an important figure in India’s …
Read MoreSanction-Proofing India’s Economy for Strategic Autonomy Syllabus: GS-2: Regional Groupings, Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in the News ? The U.S. Senate recently passed a bill, by 86–11 votes, that could impose additional tariffs of up to 100% on exports from countries continuing to purchase Russian …
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