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Gorkhaland Demand Enters New Phase of Dialogue Why in the News ? The Union Home Ministry has constituted a high-level committee to examine the long-standing Gorkha issue and prepare a framework for a “permanent political solution”. The move follows discussions among Gorkha leaders, the Centre and the West Bengal government. Historical Evolution of the Gorkhaland …
Read MoreJN Port Records Fastest Container Growth Worldwide in 2026 Why in the News ? Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPA) in Mumbai has emerged as the world’s fastest-growing container port, recording 13.6% growth in container throughput during the first half of 2026. It has climbed to the 21st position globally, strengthening India’s maritime profile. JNPA’s Rise in …
Read MoreMeghalaya Assembly Rejects Uranium Mining Amid Local Opposition Why in the News ? The Meghalaya Assembly has passed a resolution opposing uranium mining and ore processing in the State. The move supports decades of resistance by local communities in uranium-bearing areas and invokes Meghalaya’s Sixth Schedule protections over community and private land and resources. Meghalaya’s …
Read MoreIsrael-Lebanon Conflict Intensifies Environmental Damage in South Why in the News ? Lebanese authorities and residents have accused Israel’s military of deliberately triggering fires and damaging forests and agricultural land in southern Lebanon. The allegations come amid continuing tensions with Hezbollah, despite a relative lull in hostilities and a recent Israel-Lebanon understanding. Widespread Fires and …
Read MoreHeatwave Funding Expands Under India’s Disaster Framework Why in the News ? The Ministry of Home Affairs has recognised heatwaves and lightning as notified natural calamities, enabling States to access the full State Disaster Risk Management Fund. The move follows Sixteenth Finance Commission recommendations and seeks to strengthen heat-risk preparedness and response. New Framework for …
Read MoreMMDR Reform Risks Undermining India’s Fiscal Federal Balance Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Industrial Policy Why in the News ? The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 has been passed by both Houses of Parliament.The amendment significantly strengthens Union control over mineral and mineral-land taxation, potentially weakening the fiscal position …
Read MoreKerala Officially Renamed Keralam After Presidential Assent Why in the News ? President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026, formally changing the State’s name from Kerala to Keralam. The legislation follows a unanimous resolution by the Kerala Legislative Assembly and requires consequential constitutional amendments. Background and Process …
Read MorePhilippines Floods Raise Alarms Over Waterborne Diseases Why in the News ? The Philippines has issued a health alert following severe flooding in northern regions caused by enhanced southwest monsoon rainfall. Authorities are warning residents about increased risks of waterborne and vector-borne diseases, while disaster agencies continue post-cyclone recovery operations. Floods Trigger Public Health Concerns: …
Read MoreE20 Ethanol Push: Balancing Energy Security and Sustainability Why in the News ? India’s E20 ethanol blending programme has expanded rapidly, with the government highlighting foreign-exchange savings and reduced crude-oil imports. However, concerns over legacy vehicles, mileage losses, food security, water use and phased implementation have intensified the debate over the sustainability of ethanol blending. …
Read MoreIndia’s New Food Security Challenge Syllabus GS 3: Food security Why in the News? Recently, the proposed National Food Security Amendment Bill, 2026 has renewed debate on foodgrain entitlements, nutrition security, dietary diversity, population coverage, and protection of vulnerable households. Introduction India’s food security system has reduced hunger and improved access to basic food. However, …
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