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[12th january 2026] The Hindu OpED: Reimagining delimitation
PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2024] What changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and for strengthening federalism. Linkage: The question is directly relevant to GS Paper II (Federalism and Centre-State relations). The delimitation debate reflects… Continue reading [12th january 2026] The Hindu OpED: Reimagining delimitation
The weed threat to mustard, and need for new solutions
Introduction Mustard is India’s largest indigenous edible oil source, cultivated across nearly nine million hectares, primarily in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and West Bengal. The crop is increasingly threatened by Orobanche aegyptiaca, a root-parasitic weed that attaches to mustard roots and extracts nutrients, water, and carbon. The infestation has led to severe yield… Continue reading The weed threat to mustard, and need for new solutions
India’s maritime policy: how it has evolved and what lies ahead
Why in the News India’s maritime policy has gained fresh focus after the release of The Routledge Handbook of Maritime India, which traces India’s maritime past and its current strategic shift. The book highlights India’s move from land-focused thinking to active maritime engagement in the Indian Ocean and the Indo-Pacific. This contrasts with earlier decades… Continue reading India’s maritime policy: how it has evolved and what lies ahead
Ratle Hydroelectric Project Seeks Extension of Environmental Clearance
Why in the News? Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited has sought an extension of Environmental Clearance (EC) for its 850 MW Ratle Hydroelectric Project on the Chenab River, citing delays due to litigation and COVID-19. The proposal is under appraisal by the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) of the Union Environment Ministry. About the Ratle Hydroelectric… Continue reading Ratle Hydroelectric Project Seeks Extension of Environmental Clearance
Special Intensive Revision in Uttar Pradesh
Why in the News? The Election Commission of India published the draft electoral rolls of Uttar Pradesh after completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), resulting in the deletion of 2.89 crore voters, the highest absolute deletion for any State or Union Territory so far. Key Data from Uttar Pradesh SIR Total voters in 2025 list:… Continue reading Special Intensive Revision in Uttar Pradesh
National IED Data Management System (NIDMS)
Why in the News? Union Home Minister Amit Shah virtually inaugurated the National IED Data Management System (NIDMS) at the National Security Guard garrison in Manesar, calling it a next generation shield against terrorism. What is NIDMS A national online digital platform and centralised repository of data related to Improvised Explosive Device (IED) incidents Designed… Continue reading National IED Data Management System (NIDMS)
India Participates in the Weimar Triangle Format
Why in the News? India participated for the first time in the Weimar Triangle format, where Poland publicly supported India amid United States pressure on Russian oil imports, signalling growing strategic convergence between India and key European powers. What is the Weimar Triangle A trilateral political and diplomatic grouping Members: France, Germany and Poland Created… Continue reading India Participates in the Weimar Triangle Format
Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Technology
Why in the News? The Government of India is preparing to roll out Vehicle To Vehicle (V2V) communication technology by the end of 2026 to significantly reduce road accidents, especially during fog, rear end collisions, and pile ups. What is Vehicle To Vehicle (V2V) Technology A direct communication system that allows vehicles to exchange information… Continue reading Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Technology
Zehanpora Buddhist Site and Kashmir’s Ancient Buddhist Past
Why in the News? Archaeologists have unearthed ancient Buddhist stupas and settlement remains at Zehanpora in Baramulla, reviving Kashmir’s 2,000 year old Buddhist past. The breakthrough was aided by century old photographs preserved in a French museum, which guided modern excavations. About the Zehanpora Discovery Location: Zehanpora village, Baramulla district, along the Jhelum River Site… Continue reading Zehanpora Buddhist Site and Kashmir’s Ancient Buddhist Past
[10th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: De-dollarisation fear
PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India’s national self-esteem and ambitions’. Explain with suitable examples. Linkage: UPSC GS-II frequently examines how great-power strategies affect India’s strategic… Continue reading [10th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: De-dollarisation fear
Somaliland is no longer a diplomatic endnote
Why in the News? Israel recognised Somaliland as an independent state in December 2025. It is the first such recognition by a strategically significant UN member. The decision ends decades of diplomatic ambiguity. It departs from the long-standing international support for Somalia’s territorial integrity. As a result, Somaliland has moved from diplomatic obscurity to strategic… Continue reading Somaliland is no longer a diplomatic endnote
Beyond economy, Iran stir reflects rage against regime
Why in the News Iran has witnessed its third major wave of protests in three years, triggered by a rapidly depreciating currency and a sharp rise in the cost of living. The Iranian rial crossed 14.8 lakh rials per dollar in January 2026, reflecting severe macroeconomic stress. Unlike earlier protests, the current unrest increasingly targets… Continue reading Beyond economy, Iran stir reflects rage against regime
PANKHUDI Portal
Why in the News? The Union Minister launched PANKHUDI, an integrated digital portal to improve ease of living for women and children by streamlining CSR and voluntary partnerships. About PANKHUDI Portal A single window integrated digital platform Facilitates CSR and voluntary contributions for women and child development Enables transparent funding, proposal tracking, and outcome monitoring… Continue reading PANKHUDI Portal
District Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) Plan
Why in the News? The Ministry of Textiles has launched the District Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) Plan to convert 100 high potential districts into Global Export Champions and upgrade 100 Aspirational Districts into self reliant textile hubs. What is the DLTT Plan A sector specific, district level transformation strategy for textiles Uses data driven categorisation… Continue reading District Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) Plan
Dust Experiment (DEX)
Why in the News? Indian Space Research Organisation has confirmed that an interplanetary dust particle enters Earth’s atmosphere roughly every 16 minutes, based on observations from India’s first cosmic dust detector Dust Experiment (DEX). About Dust Experiment (DEX) India’s first indigenously developed cosmic dust detector Designed to detect and measure high speed interplanetary and orbital… Continue reading Dust Experiment (DEX)
Child Marriage in India
Why in the News? The Government of India has intensified efforts to eliminate child marriage through the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat (BVMB) campaign, with targets to reduce prevalence by 10 percent by 2026 and make India child marriage free by 2030 in line with SDG 5.3. What is Child Marriage Any marital union where Female… Continue reading Child Marriage in India
Spina Bifida in India
Why in the News? India continues to report one of the highest global burdens of Spina Bifida, despite strong scientific evidence that pre conception folic acid intake can prevent more than 70 percent of cases. What is Spina Bifida A congenital neural tube defect Occurs when the spinal cord and its protective coverings fail to… Continue reading Spina Bifida in India
[9th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers
PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2020] Explain the rationale behind the Goods and Services Tax (Compensation to States) Act, 2017. How has COVID-19 impacted the GST compensation fund and created new federal tensions? Linkage: COVID-19 exposed structural weaknesses in the GST compensation mechanism. This intensified Centre-State fiscal tensions and revived debates on fair and transparent transfer mechanisms… Continue reading [9th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers
ISRO and the next big challenge
Why in the News ISRO’s recent string of successes, routine PSLV launches, Chandrayaan-3’s lunar landing, Aditya-L1’s solar orbit insertion, and the India-US NISAR mission has raised expectations sharply. Now for the first time, India’s challenge is no longer technological proof-of-concept but institutional maturity. Furthermore, India’s space programme is preparing for multiple high-complexity missions in parallel,… Continue reading ISRO and the next big challenge
