Current affairs

Union Budget 2026-27 introduces integrated textile sector reforms focusing on value-chain integration, employment generation, and global competitiveness, but ga

China's declining birth rates despite policy reversals reveal systemic flaws in the One-Child Policy's design, offering critical lessons for demographic governa

Gold prices hit a record $5,000 per ounce amid US dollar weakness, driven by central bank purchases and de-dollarization trends influenced by Trump's policies,

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia emphasized digital connectivity's transformative role in India's economy, citing telecom reforms, BharatNet, and indigenous

China's 'New Engineering' initiative promotes hyper-specialization in strategic industries, while India's NEP 2020 advocates multidisciplinary education, reflec

The Economic Survey 2025-26 identifies India's goods trade deficit and reliance on foreign portfolio investments (FPIs) as key factors undermining rupee stabili

The Union Budget 2026 balances fiscal consolidation (4.4% deficit target) with strategic sector reforms amid global economic fragmentation, highlighting the nee

India hosted the world's largest AI Summit in Delhi, focusing on international collaboration, policy frameworks, and AI's role in sectors like education and dis

India is hosting the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with over 2 lakh attendees, highlighting the governance and infrastructural chal

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlighted AI's dual role in governance and security, with discussions on job creation, misinformation risks, and international

India hosts the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, focusing on democratizing AI, addressing sector-specific applications, and positioning itself as a voice for the Gl

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed India committed to stop buying Russian oil in exchange for tariff reductions, while External Affairs Minister S Jaisha

India secured a consequential trade deal with the US, reducing tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, enhancing export competitiveness and deepening economic ties.

The AI Impact Summit 2026 positions India as a key player in global AI governance, showcasing its practical, scalable, and human-centric approach to AI deployme

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan outlined the state's Vision 2030 framework focusing on social harmony, inclusive growth, and sustainable development, highlighting Ke

The Lok Sabha passed the Motion of Thanks on the President's address without Prime Minister Narendra Modi's customary reply, marking the first such instance sin

Experts advocate for creating an 'Indian Scientific Service' to address the mismatch between generalist administrative rules and the specialized needs of scient

The Supreme Court has recognized menstrual hygiene as a fundamental right under Articles 14, 21, and 21A, linking it to substantive equality and dignity, while

UGC notified new regulations to combat caste-based discrimination in higher education institutions, introducing stricter compliance mechanisms and institutional

The Union Budget 2026 introduces integrated textile sector reforms to counter US tariff impacts, focusing on modernization and global competitiveness, while Tam

The Union Budget proposes creating five university townships near industrial corridors to enhance learning outcomes, research translation, and employability, al

The Union Budget 2026-27 allocated ₹20,000 crore over five years for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) technologies, critical for decarbonizing har

Delhi High Court issued notice on a PIL challenging provisions of the ART Act 2021 that mandate destruction of unused frozen embryos, raising constitutional que

The Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights the need for policy interventions to ensure gig work becomes a choice rather than a necessity, recommending minimum earni

India plans to implement V2V communication systems to reduce its leading global road accident deaths, with the Department of Telecommunications allocating 30 GH

Mayawati's BSP attempts to revive its 2007 social engineering formula of Dalit-Brahmin-Muslim alliance ahead of the 2027 UP elections, amidst changing political

A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court will examine whether sovereign functions and state activities qualify as 'industry' under the Industrial Di

Tamil Nadu's Economic Survey projects a trillion-dollar economy by 2031 at 16% nominal growth, highlighting sectoral strengths and textile export challenges ami

The Union Budget 2026-27 has faced criticism for reducing expenditures in key social sectors like education, health, and agriculture, while prioritizing fiscal

The Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes capital inflows, export competitiveness amid US tariffs, and employment generation through sector-specific skilling, while c

The Union Budget 2026 introduced the Biopharma SHAKTI scheme with ₹10,000 crore allocation to position India as a global biopharma hub, strategically responding

The Union Budget 2026 emphasizes fiscal consolidation (4.4% deficit target) and trade-led growth through strategic agreements, while addressing challenges like

Andhra Pradesh is exploring a ban on social media for children under 16, inspired by Australia's recent legislation, aiming to address mental health concerns an

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won the recent elections with 209 seats, while Jamaat-e-Islami secured 68 seats, its highest tally since independence, ma

February 2026 marks a resurgence in FPI inflows into Indian equities, while Niti Aayog highlights a $8 trillion investment gap for achieving net-zero emissions

Gold prices crossed $5,000 per ounce due to geopolitical tensions, US dollar instability, and central bank stockpiling, highlighting global economic uncertainti

The Income Tax department plans to utilize GST data to identify tax evaders and enhance voluntary compliance, aiming to offset moderated revenue growth followin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated BNP chief Tarique Rahman on his party's decisive victory in Bangladesh's elections, signaling a potential shift in In

Canada seeks to rebuild trust with India amid tightened student visa policies, highlighting the geopolitical and economic implications of international student

India's exclusion of agriculture from the EU FTA negotiations reflects livelihood protection for 146 million farm holdings and addresses subsidy disparities, wi

The Union Budget 2026-27 allocates ₹20,000 crore for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) and scales up rooftop solar funding to ₹22,000 crore, reflec

Prime Minister Modi congratulated BNP leader Tarique Rahman on his electoral win, signaling India's intent to reset bilateral ties strained under the caretaker

Recent allegations of MPLADS fund misuse by Rajasthan MPs have reignited debates about the scheme's effectiveness, with data showing mixed utilization patterns

The PMO has directed Lok Sabha Secretariat to disallow questions on PM CARES Fund, PMNRF and NDF under Rule 41(2) of Lok Sabha rules, citing their voluntary pub

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey plans to move a Substantive Motion in Lok Sabha seeking Rahul Gandhi's expulsion for alleged misconduct, invoking Article 105 of the Cons

The Supreme Court has ruled that access to menstrual hygiene is a fundamental right under Article 21, directing all schools to provide free sanitary napkins, fu

The Union Budget 2026 introduced targeted measures to mitigate the impact of US tariffs on India's labour-intensive sectors, focusing on SEZs, textile moderniza

As India prepares to host the AI Impact Summit, experts highlight the need for inclusive AI ecosystems, sustainable infrastructure, and global cooperation in AI

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the FY27 Union Budget's measures to address global trade challenges and domestic economic resilience, countering Op

The Supreme Court is considering strengthening hate speech laws amidst rising divisive rhetoric, highlighting the need for coherent legal frameworks to balance