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WESTERN GHATS ECO-SENSITIVE AREAS: KERALA’S DEMAND FOR A FOREST-FOCUSED ESA Why in the News? The Kerala government has urged the Centre to limit the Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) in its Western Ghats region to 8,590.69 sq. km of forest areas, excluding populated areas, farmlands and plantations. The State argues that its dense population, extensive forest …
Read MoreAFSPA EXTENSION IN THE NORTHEAST: SECURITY IMPERATIVES AND CIVIL LIBERTIES Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) for another six months in specified areas of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. The decision comes amid continuing security concerns, particularly in Manipur, where ethnic violence has persisted …
Read MoreBLUE BONDS: FINANCING INDIA’S BLUE ECONOMY Why in the News? India is preparing its maiden blue bond issuance of up to ₹1,000 crore through Sagarmala Finance Corporation Ltd. (SMFCL) to finance eligible maritime projects. The initiative could create a new channel for funding India’s blue economy, although questions remain regarding project eligibility, impact measurement, investor …
Read MoreOBC CREAMY LAYER POLICY: SUPREME COURT SCRUTINY AND RETROSPECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION Why in the News? The Supreme Court has reserved its order on the Centre’s plea seeking prospective implementation of its March 11, 2026 judgment concerning the determination of OBC Non-Creamy Layer status. The government argues that retrospective implementation could disrupt recruitment, service allocation, seniority, admissions …
Read MoreREMOVAL OF THE CHIEF ELECTION COMMISSIONER: CONSTITUTIONAL SAFEGUARDS AND PARLIAMENTARY PROCESS Why in the News? A political move to initiate proceedings for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has brought attention to the exceptionally high constitutional threshold for removing a CEC. Under Article 324(5), the CEC can be removed only through the same …
Read MoreWORLD MARITIME DAY: MARITIME SECTOR AS ANCHOR OF GLOBAL TRADE WHY IN THE NEWS ? World Maritime Day is observed annually on the final Thursday of September to highlight the contribution of shipping, seafarers and maritime professionals to global trade and development. The 2026 theme, “From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence,” emphasises effective implementation …
Read MoreTULU LANGUAGE: REGIONAL RECOGNITION AND LINGUISTIC DIVERSITY WHY IN THE NEWS ? The Karnataka government has decided to accord Tulu the status of second additional administrative language in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. The decision enables government offices in these districts to use Tulu for official communication and represents a significant step towards preserving the …
Read MoreCOLLEGIUM SYSTEM AND JUDICIAL INDEPENDENCE: SUPREME COURT–EXECUTIVE TENSIONS WHY IN THE NEWS ? The Supreme Court has sharply responded to the Centre’s submissions concerning the Collegium system during hearings on the law governing appointments to the Election Commission. Justice Dipankar Datta defended the institutional role of the judiciary and criticised what he described as selective …
Read MoreQUALITY CONTROL AND INDIA’S MANUFACTURING GROWTH Syllabus: GS-3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Industrial Policy and their Effects on Industrial Growth Why in the News? India is reassessing its expanding Quality Control Orders (QCOs) amid concerns that mandatory certification can raise input costs, restrict supply and weaken manufacturing competitiveness. The issue was also raised …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT STRIKES DOWN DISPROPORTIONATE METHANOL RULES WHY IN THE NEWS ? SC Ruling: The Supreme Court struck down Maharashtra’s methanol restrictions on September 18, finding them disproportionate and unconstitutional.Constitutional Rights: The rules were held to violate Articles 14 and 19(1)(g).Hooch Prevention: The Court issued guidelines for stronger licensing, monitoring, transport and enforcement to prevent …
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