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18Dec 2025

Supreme Court Flags Pre‑Retirement Orders

Supreme Court Flags Questionable Judicial Orders Before Retirement Why in the News? The Supreme Court cautioned judicial officers against passing dubious or contentious orders just before retirement, observing that such actions may attract disciplinary scrutiny if they appear driven by extraneous or ulterior considerations, while hearing a case on a judge’s suspension. This warning extends …

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17Dec 2025

Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill Passed in Lok Sabha

Lok Sabha Clears Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill Why in the News? The Lok Sabha passed the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill, 2025, amending key insurance laws to boost sector growth, strengthen policyholder protection, enhance regulatory transparency, and improve ease of doing business in India’s expanding insurance ecosystem. The bill also addresses concerns related to …

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17Dec 2025

Kerala Leads India in Butterfly Diversity

Kerala Leads India In Butterfly Diversity Western Ghats Why in the News? A new ENTOMON monograph confirms that Kerala hosts India’s highest butterfly diversity within the Western Ghats, documenting 328 species, high endemism, migratory corridors, and extensive host-plant relationships, strengthening the State’s biodiversity conservation significance. This study underscores the importance of environmental impact assessments and …

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16Dec 2025

Vijay Diwas: India’s 1971 War Triumph

Vijay Diwas Commemorates India’s Historic 1971 Military Triumph Why in the News? Vijay Diwas is being observed on 16 December to mark India’s decisive victory in the 1971 India–Pakistan War, honouring the sacrifice of soldiers and commemorating the surrender of Pakistani forces, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. Much like how environmental clearances pave …

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13Dec 2025

CoalSETU, Census 2027 & New MSP Decisions

CoalSETU Policy, Census 2027 And MSP Decisions Why in the News ? The Union Cabinet approved the CoalSETU policy to auction coal linkages transparently, cleared funds for Census 2027 including caste enumeration, and revised MSP for copra for the 2026 season, reflecting reforms in energy, governance, and agriculture. CoalSETU Policy: Reforming Coal Linkage Allocation The …

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02Dec 2025

Supreme Court on Delhi Smog

Supreme Court Questions Stubble Burning Blame in Delhi Pollution Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has stated that farmers cannot be scapegoated for Delhi’s pollution, noting that pollution persisted despite a sharp fall in stubble-burning cases. It asked the CAQM to examine other major pollution sources and revisit its action plan. Supreme Court’s …

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02Dec 2025

Insurance Bill 2025: Key Reforms Explained

Insurance Bill 2025: Transformative Reforms for Insurance Sector Why in the News ? The government is set to introduce the Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aiming to overhaul India’s insurance sector. The Bill amends key laws, expands FDI to 100%, introduces composite licences, and eases entry norms to boost competition, capital inflow, and sector penetration. …

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02Dec 2025

Lok Sabha Clears Manipur GST Reform Bill

Lok Sabha Passes Manipur GST Reform Bill Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha has passed the Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025, replacing an existing Ordinance. The session saw repeated disruptions as the Opposition demanded a debate on the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across several States. …

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28Nov 2025

Tex-RAMPS: ₹305 Cr Textile Innovation Scheme

Government Launches Tex-RAMPS Scheme for Textile Innovation Why in the News ? The Government of India has approved the Tex-RAMPS Scheme to strengthen research, innovation, and data-driven planning in the textile sector. With an outlay of ₹305 crore, the scheme aims to enhance sustainability, competitiveness, and technological leadership from 2025–26 to 2030–31. Key Features of …

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11Nov 2025

Govt Boosts Cornea Transplants: New Rules 2025

Government Simplifies Rules to Boost Cornea Transplants Why in the News ? The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare amended the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues (Amendment) Rules, 2025 to simplify norms for corneal transplantation centres by removing the mandatory requirement of clinical specular microscopes, aiming to enhance access to eye care and …

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