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15May 2026

India’s Strategic Autonomy Challenge Explained

India Strategic Autonomy Challenge Syllabus GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, the Iran war and increasing American pressure on trade, energy, and strategic policies raised concerns about India’s strategic autonomy and the effectiveness of its partnerships with Europe and major powers, affecting the country’s balance of payment position and international …

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15May 2026

India Must Win Back Foreign Investors Now

INDIA NEEDS TO WIN BACK FOREIGN INVESTORS Syllabus: GS 3: Indian economy and related issues. Balance of Payment . Why in the News? The Union government recently increased the effective import duty on gold from 6% to 15% to reduce imports and ease pressure on India’s balance of payments amid rising oil prices and external …

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31Mar 2026

SCAN Brain Discovery Parkinson’s Hope

SCAN Brain Network Discovery Offers Hope Parkinson’s Treatment Why in the News ? A recent study has identified a new brain network called SCAN (Somatic Cognitive Action Network) linked to Parkinson’s disease, offering potential for improved therapies like targeted transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), which showed reduced symptoms in early clinical trials. Discovery of SCAN and …

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31Mar 2026

IT Rules 2026: Free Speech Alert

Proposed IT Rule Changes Raise Free Speech Concerns Why in the News ? The Union government has proposed amendments to the IT Rules, 2021, allowing takedown notices to individual social media users, raising concerns about free speech, censorship, and safe harbour protections, with digital rights groups warning of expanding executive control over online content. Much …

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31Mar 2026

J&K Divisions Bill Controversy

New J&K Divisions Bill Triggers Political Debate Why in the News ? A proposed Bill in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly seeks creation of Pir Panjal and Chenab Valley divisions along with 16 new districts, sparking debate over administrative efficiency, regional imbalance, and political implications amid competing narratives of decentralisation and regional identity. The reorganisation …

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31Mar 2026

Bangladesh Measles Crisis 2026

Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Highlights Immunisation System Failure Why in the News ? A severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh has caused at least 38 child deaths, exposing critical gaps in vaccination coverage, healthcare infrastructure, and rising malnutrition, raising concerns about resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases in South Asia. Causes and Spread of Measles Outbreak: Rising fatalities: …

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31Mar 2026

IBC Amendments: Faster Debt Resolution

IBC Amendments Aim Faster Debt Resolution Framework Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha has passed the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, introducing major reforms such as creditor-initiated processes, group insolvency, and cross-border mechanisms to strengthen India’s insolvency framework and improve resolution efficiency while ensuring compliance with environmental clearance requirements and other …

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31Mar 2026

HPV Vaccination Drive Milestone

HPV Vaccination Drive Marks Public Health Milestone  Syllabus: GS-2: Issues Related to Women, Health Why in the News ? India has launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme to prevent cervical cancer, marking a major step in public health. Backed by long-term research and global evidence, the initiative aims to significantly reduce future cancer …

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26Mar 2026

India 60% Clean Power by 2035 Target

India Targets 60% Clean Power Capacity by 2035 Why in the News ? India has updated its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, aiming for 60% non-fossil fuel electricity capacity by 2035, alongside stronger emission reduction and carbon sink targets, signalling enhanced climate ambition and global leadership. This transition requires streamlined environmental clearances …

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26Mar 2026

CAPF Bill 2026 Rajya Sabha Row

CAPF Administration Bill 2026 Sparks Opposition in Rajya Sabha Why in the News ? The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Rajya Sabha, triggering opposition protests over IPS deputation provisions and alleged violation of Supreme Court directives, raising concerns about cadre officers’ promotions and administrative control, similar to debates …

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