Current affairs

The Modi government's decision to include caste enumeration in the next Census addresses a long-standing data gap, enabling evidence-based policymaking for soci

The Election Commission of India must determine the legitimate Trinamool Congress faction before July 14 Rajya Sabha bypolls, testing its authority under the El

Brazil's successful ethanol blending policy, achieved through phased implementation, vehicle ecosystem readiness, and consumer choice, contrasts with India's ru

India and Indonesia signed an MoU for sharing election technology and expertise, including development of Indonesia-specific EVMs, marking a strategic expansion

PM Modi received Indonesia's highest civilian honour, 'Bintang Adipurna', during a strategic visit focused on enhancing defence, maritime security, and critical

PM Modi's visit to Indonesia resulted in 20 MoUs spanning defence, trade, technology, and cultural cooperation, strengthening bilateral ties and advancing India

India lacks a comprehensive system to measure heat-related deaths despite frequent and intense heatwaves, highlighting governance gaps in climate adaptation and

Political unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) intensifies ahead of elections, exposing Pakistan's human rights violations and governance failur

The Supreme Court has declared the Right to Walk safely on footpaths as a fundamental right under Article 19(1)(d) (freedom of movement) and Article 21 (right t

A debris slip at the Wayanad tunnel construction site has claimed three lives with five missing, raising critical questions about infrastructure projects in eco

A landslide in Kerala's Wayanad district, linked to unscientific dumping from the Anakkampoyil-Kalladi-Meppadi tunnel project, has reignited debates on environm

A major landslide in Kerala's Wayanad district killed two and injured seven, exposing vulnerabilities in infrastructure projects during monsoon, with rescue ope

The US-Iran MoU to reopen the Strait of Hormuz stabilizes global crude oil supply, impacting India's economic growth, fiscal deficit, and energy security strate

The Congress has appointed Rajendra Pal Gautam, a Dalit leader, as Uttar Pradesh in-charge to consolidate Dalit votes, reflecting strategic caste-based politica

Lok Sabha Speaker's decision to table an inquiry report on former Allahabad HC judge Yashwant Varma, who resigned amid impeachment proceedings, raises unprecede

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) proposes converting the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) from a society to a corporate body, s

European cities are implementing innovative heat mitigation strategies amid rising temperatures, offering policy insights for India's urban planning under clima

The Supreme Court's consistent stance treating voting as a statutory right rather than a fundamental right creates a constitutional anomaly, given its own juris

NATO's upcoming Ankara Summit will focus on defence spending commitments and alliance adaptation amid rising tensions with Russia, highlighting challenges in eq

PM Modi's visit to Indonesia marks the start of a three-nation Indo-Pacific tour aimed at enhancing trade, defence, and technology cooperation, reflecting India

India's diversion of surplus rice stocks to ethanol production highlights systemic issues in agricultural subsidies, MSP procurement, and environmental sustaina

Indian cities are experiencing prolonged heat stress due to rising humidity and urban heat island effects, necessitating robust heat action plans and sustainabl

As the US marks 250 years, its evolving capitalism—from industrial to techno-capitalism—reshapes global economic systems, with direct implications for India's t

The US is shifting its Asia strategy to accommodate China's rise, reducing India's centrality in its Indo-Pacific calculus while expanding engagement across Sou

Chanakya, the architect of the Mauryan Empire, authored the Arthashastra, a seminal treatise on statecraft, governance, and economics, offering timeless insight

India's fiscal deficit reached 9.6% of the FY27 target by May 2026, driven by record RBI dividends and front-loaded expenditure, highlighting challenges in main

The jurists' report on charges against Allahabad HC Judge Yashwant Varma will be tabled in Parliament's monsoon session, potentially initiating impeachment proc

India's Petroleum Ministry refuted Bhutanese media claims of rejecting E20 petrol imports, highlighting diplomatic sensitivities and challenges in India's ethan

Recent political defections in Maharashtra, including Shiv Sena UBT leaders switching to Eknath Shinde's faction, have exposed ambiguities in the Tenth Schedule

The MEA's statement that passports are not proof of citizenship, coupled with ongoing electoral roll revisions and Supreme Court rulings, highlights evolving de

Odisha's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls deleted 2.014 million voters, sparking political controversy over potential exclusion of eligible v

Punjab's crackdown on urea diversion from agricultural to industrial use highlights persistent loopholes in India's fertiliser subsidy system, raising concerns

CPI(M) MP John Brittas challenges the Central Information Commission's ruling that the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is not a 'public authority' unde

Recent US restrictions on AI exports highlight the need for India to develop a sovereign AI strategy balancing technological access with strategic autonomy, giv

The US and Iran agreed on a 60-day ceasefire framework, deferring the nuclear question while addressing immediate geopolitical tensions, with significant implic

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has requested Ayodhya Police to question Arvind Kejriwal, Priyanka Gandhi, and other opposition leaders over their allegations o

The Akal Takht's challenge to Punjab's new anti-sacrilege law revives debate on the Nehru-Tara Singh Pact of 1959, highlighting tensions between religious auton

The 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence highlights its foundational role in establishing democratic governance principles, with direct relev

The Monsoon Session of Parliament will focus on the controversial Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025, which mandates automatic removal of PM/CMs after 30

The Modi government is preparing to reintroduce key constitutional amendment bills during the monsoon session, leveraging recent political defections to strengt

Industry experts and automakers defended E20 petrol (20% ethanol blend) against claims of engine damage, highlighting its role in reducing crude oil imports and

India's fiscal deficit reached 9.6% of FY27 budget estimates in April-May 2026 due to rising expenditure and falling revenues, while weak monsoon and uneven ind

The Gauhati High Court declared a man a foreigner despite submitting 15 documents, ruling that PAN cards and voter IDs are not proof of citizenship under Sectio

24 Opposition parties accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of biased conduct during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, raising c

Tamil Nadu faces significant challenges in implementing source segregation of solid waste, as highlighted by the Kodungaiyur dump yard crisis, with health risks

The Cockroach Janta Party's 15-day protest at Jantar Mantar over examination irregularities gained political traction with AAP and CPI(M) support, while climate

The UPSC Civil Services Examination's 0.08% selection rate highlights systemic issues of capacity utilization and psychological toll on aspirants, raising quest

The US faces a growing ideological divide between ethnic nationalism and its traditional creedal identity based on civic ideals, with significant implications f

India faces severe water stress with 11 out of 15 major river basins below water scarcity thresholds, necessitating urgent policy interventions in climate-proof

PM Modi outlined five resolutions for Amarnath Yatra pilgrims, emphasizing environmental conservation, local economic support, and national unity, reflecting th