Current affairs

Gujarat introduced a Uniform Civil Code Bill that replicates existing laws with minimal reform, raising concerns about lack of deliberation and missed opportuni

India plans to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets and 60 medium transport aircraft (MTA) under the Make in India initiative, with a 37.03% increase in the IAF's ca

India has joined developing nations in pushing for a WTO framework to reduce remittance costs, aiming to meet the UN SDG target of sub-3% fees by 2030, crucial

Karnataka's legislative assembly passed a bill mandating paper ballots for local body elections, citing concerns over EVM transparency and electoral integrity,

KPCC president Sunny Joseph highlights governance failures, including the Sabarimala gold theft case and alleged irregularities in Global Ayyappa Sangamam, as k

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) faces financial scrutiny as it operates without government funding since 2012-13, raising concerns about its spe

The Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) has released its 2026 election manifesto focusing on decentralised governance, anti-drug measures, and Tamil-centric policies, pro

The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, introduced in Lok Sabha, mandates surgical procedures for gender recognition, violating the

President Trump announced potential talks with Iran amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran denied negotiations, highlighting risks to

The prolonged West Asia conflict is causing significant economic disruptions in India, with the rupee depreciating to 93/$ and crude oil prices soaring to $156.

The Modi government plans to introduce two bills to implement the women's reservation law before delimitation, aiming to reserve 33% of Lok Sabha and state asse

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced new quality norms for shirts and trousers to standardize fabric strength, stitching durability, and colour r

PM Modi chaired a CCS meeting to assess India's food, energy, and fertilizer security amid the West Asia conflict, focusing on mitigating economic impacts and e

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has excluded approximately 10% of India's adult population from voter lists, violating Article 326's gua

India's foreign exchange reserves act as a critical buffer during geopolitical crises like the West Asia conflict, with RBI deploying $19 billion to stabilize t

India faces its highest-ever oil and gas import dependence (90% and 55% respectively), highlighting systemic failures in energy policy despite historical lesson

India faces severe water scarcity with per capita availability dropping to 1,486 cubic meters, requiring urgent policy interventions in agriculture, urban plann

Recent no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker and impeachment notice against CEC reflect a deepening institutional trust deficit, posing long-term risks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has surpassed former Sikkim CM Pawan Kumar Chamling's record to become India's longest-serving head of government, marking a signif

The RSS, marking its centenary, outlines its expansion strategy with 88,000 shakhas nationwide and introduces divisional-level restructuring to enhance grassroo

Opposition MPs and activists oppose amendments to the Transgender Persons Act, 2019, which remove self-perceived gender identity rights and introduce medical bo

The upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and another state highlight significant political shifts, with implications for federalism,

China is studying US military tactics in the Iran conflict to refine its own strategies for potential Taiwan contingencies, while benefiting from US resource di

Iran-Israel hostilities intensify with missile strikes near nuclear facilities and U.S. ultimatums over the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global energy routes an

The Opposition plans to impeach Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged bias, invoking Article 324(5) which mandates the same removal process as

PM Modi emphasized safeguarding freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz during talks with Iran's President, reflecting India's strategic concerns over ene

Political parties across Uttar Pradesh commemorated Kanshi Ram's 92nd birth anniversary, highlighting his enduring influence on Dalit-Bahujan politics and elect

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation released a new GDP series with 2022-23 as the base year, incorporating methodological refinements to pro

The Supreme Court ruled that adoptive mothers are entitled to 12 weeks of paid maternity leave regardless of the child's age, striking down Section 60(4) of the

Tamil Nadu's political landscape is witnessing significant shifts as traditional alliances led by DMK and AIADMK face challenges from new entrants like Tamilaga

Erode (East) constituency faces severe civic issues including untreated industrial effluents polluting the Cauvery, delayed sewerage projects, and unplanned urb

The Gandhi siblings' electoral dominance in Wayanad contrasts with persistent local issues like human-wildlife conflict and infrastructure deficits, highlightin

The Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas's directive to prioritize domestic LPG supply has led to commercial shortages, severely impacting gig workers in

The WTO's temporary moratorium on customs duties for electronic transmissions faces pressure for permanent extension, with developing countries like India riski

Governments globally are deploying AI in public administration, raising critical questions about surveillance risks, data privacy, and accountability, with expe

India's cotton acreage has declined by nearly a fifth to 11.2 million hectares in 2025-26 due to low productivity, erratic weather, and pest attacks, with farme

Recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah and reciprocal attacks have widened the West Asian conflict, with historical roots in the Nakba displaceme

India's forests, covering 25.17% of its geographical area, are emerging as critical drivers of sustainable bioeconomy, supporting rural livelihoods and climate

Iran targeted Diego Garcia with ballistic missiles, while Israel struck Hezbollah targets in Beirut, escalating tensions in West Asia with potential global econ

Goa residents protest against Section 39A of the Town and Country Planning (Amendment) Act, 2024, which allows conversion of ecologically sensitive zones to set

India conducts a comprehensive supply chain audit across pharmaceuticals, textiles, and fertilizers to identify vulnerabilities and reduce import dependence ami

India's nuanced stance on the Iran conflict sparks debate on balancing strategic autonomy with national interests, highlighting the complexities of foreign poli

Political parties are commemorating Kanshi Ram's 92nd birth anniversary, highlighting his enduring influence on Dalit-Bahujan politics and electoral strategies

The Pentagon has designated Palantir's Maven AI system as an official program of record, integrating AI-driven targeting across U.S. military operations, raisin

Punjab CM demands Rs 1.44 lakh crore from Rajasthan for water usage since 1960, citing pre-Independence agreements and challenging current allocations under the

The Supreme Court acknowledged a PIL seeking inclusion of forceful acid ingestion victims under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, highlighting

Tamil Nadu's unique Dravidian political model, characterized by social justice and welfare-driven governance, faces challenges from emerging parties and allianc

Telangana's Deputy CM presented a ₹3.24 lakh crore budget for FY27, focusing on debt restructuring, social justice, and new welfare schemes like Indiramma Famil

The West Asia conflict has heightened risks to India's fertilizer imports, while the US Fed's rate pause influences RBI's upcoming monetary policy decisions, am

China has maintained strategic distance from the Iran-Israel conflict despite deep economic ties with Iran, prioritizing its core interests like Taiwan unificat