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COMPREHENSIVE CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM (CCIT) Why in the News? UNGA Support: The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has renewed support for India’s proposal on the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT) during the Ninth Review of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, with discussions scheduled for SIR 2026 (Special Intensive Review 2026). India’s Stand: India …
Read MoreVIKSIT BHARAT–GUARANTEE FOR ROZGAR AND AJEEVIKA MISSION (GRAMIN) (VB-G RAM G) Why in the News? New Wage Floor: The Centre fixed a minimum wage of ₹300 per day under the VB-G RAM G Act, 2025, effective from July 1, 2026, strengthening economic security for eligible voters in rural areas. Scheme Replaced: The VB-G RAM G …
Read MoreHIGH-LEVEL COMMITTEE ON DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGES (HLCDC) Why in the News? Questionnaire Initiative: The High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes (HLCDC) will send questionnaires to Chief Secretaries of all States to collect data on demographic changes since the 2011 Census. Migration Focus: The committee will also seek information from the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding Special …
Read MoreTELECOMMUNICATIONS (AUTHORISATION) RULES, 2026 Why in the News? New Rules Notified: The Union Government has notified the Telecommunications (Authorisation) Rules, 2026 under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, following SIR (Special Intensive Revision) of regulatory frameworks. Licensing Reform: The rules replace the earlier licensing framework with an authorisation regime for telecom and internet service providers, ensuring electoral …
Read MoreFOREIGN CONTRIBUTION REGULATION (AMENDMENT) RULES, 2026 Why in the News? New Rules Notified: The Foreign Contribution Regulation (Amendment) Rules, 2026 introduce stricter compliance, disclosure, and reporting requirements for NGOs receiving foreign contributions, including citizenship verification and prevention of illegal immigrants from accessing funds. Expanded Oversight: The amended rules require organisations to classify activities, disclose operational …
Read MoreDELHI ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) POLICY 2.0 Why in the News? Policy Implemented: Delhi EV Policy 2.0 came into effect from 1 July 2026, replacing the earlier 2020 policy. New Subsidy Process: EV owners must now apply online for subsidies within 30 days of vehicle registration through a dedicated government portal. Long-term Roadmap: The policy aims …
Read MoreETHANOL BLENDED PETROL (EBP) PROGRAMME Why in the News? Government Clarification: The Union Law Ministry clarified that the Attorney General never described the E20 Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme as an “ongoing experiment” before the Supreme Court. Supreme Court Case: The clarification came during litigation concerning ethanol allocation to Dedicated Ethanol Plants and Oil Marketing Companies …
Read MoreSPECIAL INTENSIVE REVISION (SIR) AND ELECTORAL ROLLS Why in the News? Passport Issue: Journalist R. Rajagopal allegedly faced delays in passport renewal after his name was deleted from the electoral roll during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal, raising concerns about voter disenfranchisement. Supreme Court Context: The issue has reignited debate on whether …
Read MoreA QUESTION IN WAKE OF GREAT NICOBAR PROJECT Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Environment Impact Assessment GS-3: Infrastructure Why in the News? The Great Nicobar Island Project has reignited debate over balancing strategic development, environmental conservation, and indigenous rights. While the project is justified on economic and security grounds, concerns persist regarding displacement of …
Read MoreIndia West Asia Strategy Syllabus GS 2: India and its neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, debates increased over India’s West Asia policy after regional tensions, changing United States priorities, and Iran’s continued influence raised questions about India’s growing engagement with Israel and regional balance. Introduction India’s foreign policy in West Asia faces new challenges …
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