04Dec 2025

Development vs Environment: Finding Balance

Balancing Development Priorities With Strong Environmental Governance Syllabus: GS-3: Industrial Policy ,Infrastructure ,Growth & Development ,Planning ,Fiscal Policy ,Inclusive Growth Why in the News ? The Supreme Court’s recent judgment in CREDAI v. Vanashakti (2025) has revived the possibility of granting ex post facto Environmental Clearances (ECs)—permissions issued after construction begins. This ruling reverses a …

19Nov 2025

Talk on Human Rights – Why India Ranks High on GDP but Low on Human Rights?

Talk on Human Rights – Why India Ranks High on GDP but Low on Human Rights? Date: 09th December 2025Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMVenue: Karnataka Government Employee’s Association Building, Cubbon Park, Bengaluru On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, the Universal School of Law under the IQAC Initiative is hosting a significant and …

11Nov 2025

MP Raises Ladli Behna Allowance: 2025 Scheme Update

Madhya Pradesh Hikes Ladli Behna Scheme Allowance Why in the News ? The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, approved a ₹250 hike in the Ladli Behna Yojana monthly allowance. From November 2025, eligible women will receive ₹1,500 per month, benefiting over 1.26 crore women across the State. This increase aligns with …

29Oct 2025

Flaws in India’s Electoral Roll Revision Process

Refining Exclusion: The Flawed Logic of Electoral Roll Revision Syllabus: GS-2: Representation of People’s Act, Government Policies & Interventions Why in the News? The Election Commission of India (ECI) has initiated a nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to improve accuracy and voter verification. However, critics argue that this exercise—despite operational improvements—remains exclusionary, …

15Oct 2025

Telangana’s 42% OBC Quota: People’s Mandate

Telangana Defends 42% OBC Quota as People’s Will Why in the News ? The Telangana government has moved the Supreme Court challenging a High Court stay on its decision to raise OBC reservation to 42% in local body elections, arguing that it reflects the will of the people and doesn’t breach constitutional principles. This move …

01Jul 2025

Bihar’s Low Birth Registration Rate Alarming

BIHAR LAGS IN BIRTH REGISTRATION: CRS REPORT HIGHLIGHTS CONCERNS Why in the News? CRS report findings: Bihar’s birth registration coverage was just 3.7% in 2000 and 16.9% in 2005, far below the national averages of 56.2% and 62.5%, respectively, according to data from the Civil Registration System (CRS) and vital statistics system available on crstn.org. …

20May 2025

Supreme Court Strikes Down Retrospective Environmental Clearances

Supreme Court Strikes Down Retrospective Environmental Clearances Why in the News? The Supreme Court recently invalidated the Centre’s 2017 notification and 2021 SOP allowing post-facto environmental clearances for projects that began without prior approval, citing violation of constitutional rights and environmental laws. Background on Centre’s Notification and SOP In 2017, MoEFCC allowed a one-time, six-month …

20May 2025

Core Inflation Trends Shape RBI’s Rate Cut Decisions

Core Inflation Trends Shape RBI’s Rate Cut Decisions Why in the News? Core inflation, excluding volatile food and fuel prices, is rising while food inflation falls. This reversal influences the Reserve Bank of India’s approach to monetary policy and potential interest rate cuts. Inflation Trends and RBI’s Focus: Inflation was mainly driven by food prices …

20May 2025

Israel Vows Control of Gaza Amid Starvation Crisis

Israel Vows Control of Gaza Amid Starvation Crisis Why in the News? Israel announced plans to take full control of Gaza amid intensified military operations, while the WHO warns that two million people in the blockaded Strip face starvation. Limited aid is allowed amidst escalating violence and humanitarian concerns. Escalation of Conflict and Military Operations …

20May 2025

Government Launches Revamped OCI Portal for Citizens

Government Launches Revamped OCI Portal for Citizens Why in the News? Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a revamped OCI Portal to improve digital access and user experience for over 5 million Overseas Citizens of India (OCI). The portal offers enhanced features, security, and a modernised registration process. Launch and Key Features of the New …

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