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30Oct 2026

GST Enforcement Reform: Compliance vs Liberty

GST ENFORCEMENT REFORM: BALANCING TAX COMPLIANCE WITH LIBERTY Syllabus: GS-3: Fiscal Policy. Inclusive Growth, Growth & Development WHY IN THE NEWS ? Recent Recommendation: The GST Council has recommended removing Section 69 of the Central GST Act, which empowers GST officers to arrest individuals for specified tax offences. Major Objective: The reform aims to protect …

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30Oct 2026

Punjab Drug Crisis: Geography & Economy Explained

The Geography and Economy of Punjab’s Long Drug Crisis Syllabus: GS – 2 – Drug crisis , International issues Focus : Punjab’s drug crisis illustrates the intersection of geography, organised crime, unemployment, public health and internal security. Its proximity to the Golden Crescent, cross-border drone smuggling, pharmaceutical drug diversion and alleged institutional nexuses have complicated …

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29Oct 2026

India-New Zealand Trade Ties Set to Grow

INDIA-NEW ZEALAND TRADE TIES SET TO SCALE NEW HEIGHTS Why in the News? The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has entered into force, opening new avenues for trade, investment and economic cooperation between the two countries. The agreement builds on longstanding bilateral relations, characterised by shared interests in cricket, cultural exchanges and strong people-to-people …

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28Oct 2026

Lake-Terminating Glaciers Accelerate Ice Loss

LAKE-TERMINATING GLACIERS ACCELERATE GLOBAL ICE LOSS WHY IN NEWS ? Scientific Findings: A study published in Nature Communications, led by researchers from the University of Birmingham and the University of Leeds, found that glaciers terminating in lakes, oceans or ice shelves contributed disproportionately to global glacier ice loss between 2000 and 2019. Climate Concern: The …

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28Oct 2026

Supreme Court Strengthens IBC Resolution Plans

SUPREME COURT STRENGTHENS FINALITY OF INSOLVENCY RESOLUTION PLANS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Judicial Ruling: The Supreme Court ruled that lenders cannot withdraw an approved insolvency resolution plan merely because a company’s financial position improves. Insolvency Certainty: The decision upholds the finality of approved resolution plans under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, strengthening …

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28Oct 2026

Supreme Court Examines ECI Voter Roll Revisions

SUPREME COURT EXAMINES ECI DECISIONS AND VOTER ROLL REVISIONS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Judicial Scrutiny: The Supreme Court declined to direct the Election Commission of India (ECI) to preserve its files and internal communications but assured petitioners that it would examine the original records. Electoral Transparency: The case concerns alleged unilateral decisions regarding Special …

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28Oct 2026

India Balances Russia and West | UPSC

India Balances Russia and West Syllabus GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, the 2026 SCO and BRICS summits highlighted India’s changing diplomatic approach towards Iran, Russia, Ukraine, and Western powers, raising questions about its traditional policy of strategic autonomy. Introduction The 2026 SCO and BRICS summits revealed important changes in …

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27Oct 2026

Godzilla El Niño Threatens India’s Monsoon

GODZILLA EL NIÑO THREATENS GLOBAL CLIMATE AND INDIA’S MONSOON WHY IN THE NEWS ? WMO Warning: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the developing strong El Niño could influence global weather patterns through 2027. Extreme Warming: Pacific Ocean temperatures are forecast to rise significantly above normal, raising concerns about droughts, floods, heatwaves and …

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27Oct 2026

Kerala Passes Landmark Senior Citizens Rights Bill

KERALAM PASSES LANDMARK BILL PROTECTING SENIOR CITIZENS’ RIGHTS WHY IN THE NEWS ? Legislative Development: The Keralam Legislative Assembly passed the Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, establishing a proposed rights-based framework for elderly welfare. Key Objective: The Bill seeks to ensure dignified ageing, independent living, regulated care facilities and protection against …

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27Oct 2026

Maharashtra Gramdan Act Repeal: Land Rights Debate

MAHARASHTRA’S GRAMDAN ACT REPEAL SPARKS LAND RIGHTS DEBATE WHY IN THE NEWS ? Proposed Repeal: Maharashtra has proposed repealing the Maharashtra Gramdan Act, 1964, citing changing socio-economic conditions and administrative difficulties. Village Impact: The move affects 21 Gramdan villages, where land is managed collectively under a system inspired by Gandhian thinker Acharya Vinoba Bhave. Policy …

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