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India Demands Global Oversight of Pakistan’s Nukes Why in the News ? During a visit to Jammu & Kashmir post-Operation Sindoor, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh raised concerns over Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal, urging its supervision by the IAEA, while lauding India’s counter-terror resolve and enhanced indigenous defence capabilities. Concerns Over Pakistan’s Nuclear Arsenal: Defence Minister Rajnath …
Read MoreProtests Erupt Over Mahadayi River Study Findings Why in the News ? A recent scientific study by CSIR-NIO and INCOIS concluded that Karnataka’s Mahadayi river diversion will have limited impact on Goa. This has sparked protests from environmental groups and political parties, citing potential threats to Goa’s ecology and water security. Background of the Dispute: …
Read MoreISRO to Launch EOS-09, Boosts Lunar Ties Why in the News ? ISRO is preparing to launch the PSLV-C61/EOS-09 earth observation satellite on May 19. Concurrently, ISRO and JAXA held a technical meeting in Bengaluru to advance the Chandrayaan-5/LUPEX mission aimed at exploring the lunar south pole. About PSLV-C61 and EOS-09 Launch : ISRO’s 101st …
Read MoreSC Affirms Digital Access As Fundamental Right Why in the News ? The Supreme Court, on April 30, ruled that Article 21 includes the right to digital access, directing the revision of KYC norms to ensure inclusivity for persons with disabilities (PwDs), particularly the visually impaired and acid-attack survivors. Legal Framework and KYC Challenges for …
Read MorePresident Seeks SC View on Bills Timeline Issue Why in the News ? President Droupadi Murmu has invoked Article 143 of the Constitution to seek the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion on whether timelines can be mandated for the President and Governors to act on Bills passed by state legislatures, following the April 8 ruling. Context: …
Read MoreManipur Conflict: National Security Optics Versus Real Solutions Syllabus: GS-2: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS-3: Communalism , Issues Related to SCs & STs , Issues Related to Minorities , Government Policies & Interventions , Pressure Groups , North East Insurgency Focus: The Manipur conflict, now in its second year, continues without a clear political resolution, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? SC Ruling: A Constitution Bench upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act in a 4:1 decision in October 2024. Significant Provision: Allows migrants from East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) settling in Assam before March 25, 1971, to gain Indian citizenship. Controversy: The ruling raises concerns about constitutional violations …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet alleging that the “China-Myanmar module” of NSCN-IM aided two banned Meitei outfits in Manipur. The NSCN-IM faction reportedly supported these outfits to infiltrate India, exploiting ethnic unrest in Manipur with the aim to destabilise the state and wage war against the Indian government. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? “Manipur marks one year since ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo tribes, with diverse commemoration events and reflections.” source:wordpress About the Diverse Commemoration Approaches: Kuki-Zo and Meitei civil society organisations in Manipur plan events to mark one year since the ethnic conflict, each with distinct perspectives. Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum (ITLF) …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Chief Minister of Manipur raises concerns over population growth among Chin-Kuki-Zo tribes amid ongoing ethnic conflict. source:sagepublication About Concerns Raised by Chief Minister N. Biren Singh: Chief Minister N. Biren Singh expressed concerns about the “unnatural growth” in the population of “Chin-Kuki-Zo” tribes in Manipur. He stated that this population …
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