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ROMEO–JULIET’ EXCEPTION AND POCSO DEBATE Why in the News? Supreme Court of India observation: The Court urged the Centre to consider a “Romeo–Juliet clause” to prevent misuse of the POCSO Act. Judicial trigger: The suggestion arose while setting aside an Allahabad High Court bail-related order on age determination. Core concern: The Court flagged criminalisation of …
Read MoreONLINE BETTING BAN AND DIGITAL ENFORCEMENT Why in the News? Mass website blocking: The Union Government blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling websites, signalling intensified digital enforcement. Cumulative crackdown: With this action, the total blocked platforms reached around 7,800, highlighting the scale of illegal online gambling. New legal regime: The action flows from the Promotion …
Read MoreRupee Slips Amid Dollar Strength in Forex Markets Why in the News? The Indian rupee depreciated by 10 paise to close at 90.29 per US dollar amid firm US dollar index levels. Currency movements reflect global volatility, capital flows, and monetary policy signals, making the development relevant for India’s macroeconomic outlook. This shift in currency …
Read MoreMalayalam Language Bill Sparks Federal, Linguistic Debate Why in the News? The Malayalam Language Bill, 2025, passed by the Kerala Assembly and awaiting Governor’s assent, has triggered opposition from Karnataka, which terms it unconstitutional, citing concerns over the rights of Kannada-speaking linguistic minorities, especially in Kasaragod district. Key Provisions of the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025: …
Read MoreSection 17A Revives Debate on Corruption Investigations Why in the News? A split verdict of the Supreme Court on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act has revived an old debate on balancing anti-corruption accountability with administrative autonomy, prompting reference to a larger constitutional bench. This debate has implications for …
Read MoreUnity in Diversity: Celebrating Festivals Across India India is a land of vibrant festivals, each celebrating its own unique traditions while promoting unity. At Universal Group of Institutions, we embrace the spirit of togetherness these festivals bring. Major Festivals in India Bihu (Assam): Welcomes spring with traditional dances and feasts. Lohri (Punjab): Celebrates the end …
Read MoreSC SPLIT ON SANCTION TO PROSECUTE PUBLIC SERVANTS Why in the News? Split verdict delivered: The Supreme Court of India delivered a split judgment on the legality of prior sanction for prosecuting public servants. Conflicting opinions: Justice B.V. Nagarathna struck down the provision as unconstitutional, while Justice K.V. Viswanathan upheld it with safeguards. Larger Bench …
Read MoreRESPONSIBLE NATIONS INDEX TO BE LAUNCHED Why in the News? New global index launch: The Responsible Nations Index will be launched on January 19 by the World Intellectual Foundation. High-profile presence: Former President Ram Nath Kovind will be present at the launch event. Academic collaboration: The Index is being launched in collaboration with leading Indian …
Read MoreSyllabus GS 2: Health Why in the News? Recently, policymakers and experts have highlighted that India’s ambition of becoming a developed nation by 2047 lacks a clear and integrated roadmap for early childhood care and development, despite strong evidence linking ECCD with long-term economic growth. This situation is reminiscent of the challenges faced in obtaining …
Read MoreNHAI Sets Guinness Records on Economic Corridor Why in the News ? The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has created four Guinness World Records during the construction of the Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic Corridor, showcasing India’s growing capacity in high-speed highway construction and advanced bituminous paving technology. Record-Breaking Achievements on the Corridor : The Bengaluru–Kadapa–Vijayawada Economic …
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