Current affairs

Iran's use of low-cost Shahed drones against US and Israeli defenses in West Asia highlights a paradigm shift in modern warfare, where inexpensive technology ca

The Supreme Court shelved an NCERT Class VIII textbook criticizing the judiciary, highlighting the delicate balance between judicial authority under contempt la

The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 marks a legislative shift away from judicial precedents upholding self-identification as a fu

Vir Vikram Yadav appointed as DGCA chief during a critical phase for India's aviation sector, marked by safety lapses, operational failures, and rising fuel cos

Violence erupted in Kolkata over allegations of bulk Form 6 submissions by BJP to include non-resident voters, raising concerns about electoral integrity and fe

The BJP faces backlash from Kerala's Christian groups over FCRA amendment provisions allowing asset seizure by a 'designated authority', raising concerns about

The Jan Vishwas Bill 2026 proposes to decriminalize 717 minor violations across 80 central laws, replacing criminal penalties with civil fines and administrativ

With the Kerala Assembly elections approaching, major political fronts—LDF, UDF, and NDA—are intensifying campaigns amidst shifting strategies, communal politic

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved a major reshuffle of Secretary-level IAS officers across key ministries, including Information & Broadc

The Supreme Court expressed concerns about mandatory menstrual leave policies, warning they could reinforce gender stereotypes and hiring biases, while studies

193 Opposition MPs filed an unprecedented impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) citing partisan conduct, marking a historic low in tr

BJP's donations surged 171% to ₹6,074 crore in FY 2024-25, as per ADR report, marking the first full year after Supreme Court scrapped electoral bonds, highligh

CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat criticized Congress and BJP for governance failures and false campaigns, highlighting Kerala's development model under LDF as an alte

The Supreme Court will hear the Sabarimala review petition before a 9-judge Constitution Bench, revisiting the balance between religious freedom under Articles

The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 narrows the definition of transgender identities, sparking debates on gender inclusivity whil

The US has proposed a 15-point peace plan to Iran via Pakistan, aiming to end the West Asia conflict, but Tehran denies negotiations, highlighting deep geopolit

Copper prices have fallen sharply due to weakened demand prospects amid the West Asia conflict, reflecting broader economic slowdown concerns. This highlights c

The impending delimitation exercise post-2026 Census raises critical federalism questions, with southern states facing potential underrepresentation due to succ

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is implementing stringent measures to ensure free and fair elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West B

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated in Parliament that Maoism has been nearly eradicated from Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, attributing this success to coordin

Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared India 'Naxal-free' in Lok Sabha, citing significant reductions in Maoist activity through coordinated security operations

Brazil proposes crude oil supply in exchange for India's refining expertise and diesel imports, marking a strategic energy partnership to diversify supplies ami

A Private Member's Bill proposes divisional status for Jammu's Pir Panjal and Chenab Valley regions, aiming to decentralize governance and address regional imba

V.D. Satheesan, Leader of Opposition in Kerala, asserts the UDF's strong comeback prospects in the 2026 state elections, citing LDF's fiscal mismanagement, heal

V.D. Satheesan, leader of the United Democratic Front (UDF), asserts confidence in winning the 2026 Kerala elections, citing organizational restructuring and an

The Centre has failed to provide clarity on the delayed rollout of the National Urban Digital Mission (NUDM), a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at digital gove

The US is considering deploying ground troops in Iran, targeting strategic locations like Kharg Island and the Strait of Hormuz, which could escalate tensions a

The upcoming Assam elections will serve as a referendum on Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's leadership, focusing on his welfare schemes, governance reforms,

The Indian government assures adequate energy stocks despite Iran-US conflict disrupting Strait of Hormuz supplies, highlighting systemic vulnerabilities in Ind

India updated its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, committing to 60% non-fossil energy capacity and 47% emission intensity

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav positions India's updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement as drivers of economic transformat

India's heavy reliance on imported raw materials and intermediates exposes its economy to geopolitical shocks, necessitating policy interventions to build resil

The SC NBWL has recommended promoting coexistence between forest dwellers and wildlife in tiger reserves while facilitating voluntary relocations, marking a pol

The Supreme Court reaffirmed that Scheduled Caste (SC) reservation benefits apply only to Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists, excluding Christian and Muslim converts,

The Supreme Court's decision to allow discontinuation of life support for Harish Rana underscores India's lack of a legal framework on end-of-life care, forcing

Smaller cities like Nashik and Warangal are set to benefit from the ₹4 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund (UCF), a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at urban develo

The US-Iran conflict has destabilized Iraq's internal politics, empowering Iran-backed Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) while accelerating US-NATO withdrawal,

The US-Israeli war in the Middle East has intensified four distinct critiques of Western hegemony—leftist anti-capitalism, Third World sovereignty concerns, Isl

West Bengal's higher education system shows an exceptionally high reliance on temporary teachers at 18%, far exceeding national norms, reflecting systemic gover

The 14th WTO Ministerial Conference highlights stark divisions between developed and developing nations on plurilateral agreements, Special and Differential Tre

The Supreme Court endorsed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) as a tool for equality, echoing Ambedkar's Constituent Assembly stance favoring voluntary adoption initially

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 mandates high-level posts for IPS officers in CAPFs, contravening a Supreme Court order to r

Kannan Gopinathan's prolonged resignation delay from IAS highlights governance gaps in civil service rules, raising constitutional questions about political par

India has updated its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, committing to 60% non-fossil energy capacity and a 47% reduction in

India's tax holiday for foreign data centres aims to position the country as an AI hub, but raises concerns about geopolitical vulnerabilities, environmental su

The Supreme Court's recognition of menstrual dignity as a fundamental right under Article 21 and Maharashtra's proposed inclusive menstrual leave policy highlig

The RSS concluded its centenary Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) with a focus on organizational expansion, technological risks, and safeguarding India's

The Kerala LDF government reversed its stance on Sabarimala temple entry for women, supporting traditional customs, highlighting the tension between constitutio

DMK announces its candidate list for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, including former CM O. Panneerselvam, highlighting strategic alliances and electoral dynamic

Novo Nordisk sued Dr Reddy's Laboratories for trademark infringement over semaglutide drugs, highlighting critical issues in pharmaceutical intellectual propert