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06Aug 2026

FCRA Amendment: More State Control Over NGOs

FCRA Amendment Expands State Control Over Civil Society Institutions Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Management of Social Sector/Services Why in the News ? The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 has been reintroduced in the Lok Sabha during the Monsoon Session of Parliament after being withdrawn earlier. The Bill has generated …

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04Aug 2026

Glaw Lake Becomes India’s 101st Ramsar Site

Glaw Lake Becomes India’s 101st Ramsar Wetland Site Officially Why in the News ? Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been designated as India’s 101st Ramsar Site, becoming the State’s first wetland of international importance. The recognition strengthens wetland conservation, biodiversity protection, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods in the Eastern Himalayas, aligning with sustainable business …

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01Aug 2026

RTI Act: Boosting Transparency & Accountability

Right to Information Act Strengthened Democratic Transparency and Accountability Why in the News ? The Right to Information (RTI) Bill, 2005 remains a landmark legislation that institutionalized citizens’ right to access information, promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance. It replaced the Freedom of Information Act, 2002, becoming a cornerstone of participatory democracy. Key Features of …

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31Jul 2026

Fast-Track Courts: Speedy Justice or Just Numbers?

HAVE FAST-TRACK COURTS DELIVERED ON THE PROMISE OF SPEEDY JUSTICE? Syllabus: GS-2: Judiciary Dispute Redressal Mechanism Why in the News? The Union Government has proposed Fast-Track Courts (FTCs) for paper leak cases under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, while the Delhi High Court has constituted a dedicated fast-track court for such …

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31Jul 2026

Shaheed Udham Singh: Revolutionary Legacy

Nation Remembers Shaheed Udham Singh’s Enduring Revolutionary Legacy Why in the News ? The nation observed the 87th martyrdom day of Shaheed Udham Singh, paying tribute to his sacrifice in India’s freedom struggle. State-level commemorative events were organized in Punjab and Haryana, remembering his role in avenging the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. Shaheed Udham Singh: Revolutionary …

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31Jul 2026

Guru Purnima 2026: Honouring Teachers & Wisdom

Guru Purnima Celebrated Nationwide Honouring Teachers And Spiritual Wisdom Why in the News ? Guru Purnima, also known as Vyasa Purnima, is being celebrated across India on 29 July 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended greetings, highlighting the invaluable role of Gurus in imparting knowledge, values, and spiritual guidance. Guru Purnima 2026: …

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30Jul 2026

India’s Gig Work Law Refusal Explained

INDIA’S REFUSAL TO UPHOLD A GLOBAL GIG WORK LAW Why in the News? On June 12, 2026, the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva adopted ILO Convention No. 193: “Decent Work in the Platform Economy”, the first legally binding international treaty protecting the rights of platform (gig) workers. The Convention aims to establish minimum labour …

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28Jul 2026

CBDT Tightens Crypto Tax Reporting Rules

CBDT Strengthens Crypto Tax Reporting Through OECD Framework Alignment Why in the News ? The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued a comprehensive Guidance Note on crypto-asset reporting, aligning India’s tax framework with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). The move aims to improve tax compliance, curb evasion, and enable automatic exchange of …

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20Jul 2026

India’s Research Leap: Funds, Talent, Opportunity

INDIA NOW HAS THE FUNDS, THE TALENT AND THE OPENING FOR A RESEARCH LEAP Syllabus: GS 3:   Research & Innovation. Science & Technology. Why in the News? Amid growing geopolitical uncertainties, technology export controls, and the need for strategic self-reliance, India is accelerating investments in Research and Development (R&D) through the Anusandhan National Research …

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20Jul 2026

CDSCO Approves Wegovy for MASH Fatty Liver Disease

CDSCO APPROVES WEGOVY FOR TREATMENT OF MASH (FATTY LIVER DISEASE) Why in the News? Regulatory Approval: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has approved Wegovy (Semaglutide 2.4 mg) for the treatment of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) in adults, reflecting India’s participation in global pharmaceutical strategic competition. First-of-Its-Kind Therapy: It is the first injectable GLP-1 …

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