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[2nd February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Union Budget 2026-27: Pushing welfare towards the States
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 addresses evolving Centre-State relations, focusing on fiscal federalism, trust deficit, and the balance between autonomy… Continue reading [2nd February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Union Budget 2026-27: Pushing welfare towards the States
Why have the new UGC regulations been stayed
Why in the News? On January 29, the Supreme Court stayed the University Grants Commission (UGC) Equity Regulations, 2026 due to unclear provisions on caste-based discrimination. The regulations had been notified only weeks earlier to replace the 2012 framework that had guided campuses for over a decade. The stay is unusual, as equity regulations are… Continue reading Why have the new UGC regulations been stayed
What’s ailing India’s battery scheme for EVs
Why in the News? The â‚ą18,100 crore PLI Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage, launched to create 50 GWh of domestic battery manufacturing capacity by 2025, has achieved only 1.4 GWh of installed capacity even after multiple bidding rounds. Despite awarding 20 GWh of capacity and disbursing commitments to three beneficiaries, no incentive… Continue reading What’s ailing India’s battery scheme for EVs
Union Budget 2026–27Â
Why in the News? The Union Budget of India for 2026–27 was presented on 1 February 2026 by Nirmala Sitharaman, focusing on Yuva Shakti, inclusive growth and long term economic resilience. Budget Theme and Vision Yuva Shakti driven Budget with focus on poor, underprivileged and disadvantaged First Budget prepared in Kartavya Bhawan Anchored on 3… Continue reading Union Budget 2026–27Â
New CPI Inflation Series and Changing Consumption Weights
Why in the News? India’s new Consumer Price Index (CPI) series with 2024 as the base year will reduce the weight of food and beverages to about 37 percent from nearly 46 percent, reflecting updated household consumption patterns released by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. What is CPI? CPI measures retail inflation faced by… Continue reading New CPI Inflation Series and Changing Consumption Weights
Stealth Coronal Mass Ejection and Geomagnetic Storm
Why in the News? Astronomers have identified a Stealth Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) as the cause of an intense geomagnetic storm in March 2023, revealing major challenges in space weather forecasting. What is a Stealth CME? A weak and faint Coronal Mass Ejection with little or no visible solar signatures Lacks common warning signs like… Continue reading Stealth Coronal Mass Ejection and Geomagnetic Storm
National Commission for Women marks 34th Foundation Day
Why in the News? The National Commission for Women marked its 34th Foundation Day on 30 January 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, highlighting the link between women’s health and empowerment. About National Commission for Women Statutory body constituted under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990 Established in 1992 Mandate includes safeguarding women’s rights, policy review,… Continue reading National Commission for Women marks 34th Foundation Day
Menstrual Health and MHM
Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India ruled on January 30, 2026 that menstrual health and access to menstrual hygiene management (MHM) in schools are integral to the Right to Life and Dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution. What the Court Held Right to menstrual health is part of Article 21, covering… Continue reading Menstrual Health and MHM
[31st January 2026] The Hindu OpED: Green steel can shape India’s climate goals tragectory
PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2022] Do you think India will meet 50 percent of its energy needs from renewable energy by 2030? Justify your answer. How will the shift of subsidies from fossil fuels to renewables help achieve the above objective? Explain. Linkage: This question is directly relevant to GS Paper 3 (Energy transition, climate change,… Continue reading [31st January 2026] The Hindu OpED: Green steel can shape India’s climate goals tragectory
The 3 big macro worries for India
Why in the News? Nominal GDP growth, tax buoyancy, and private investment together determine the fiscal headroom available to the government. Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, there are three key macroeconomic concerns, slowing nominal GDP growth, weak tax buoyancy, and subdued private investment with declining capital inflows. Since nominal GDP forms the base for… Continue reading The 3 big macro worries for India
India’s next manufacturing leap be about what is produces
Why in the News India’s manufacturing sector is gaining momentum as global supply chains shift due to geopolitical risks. The focus is moving away from volume-based production towards technology-intensive and value-added manufacturing, reflecting India’s rise in the global value chain. Logistics costs have fallen to about 7.97% of GDP in 2023-24, electronics exports have increased… Continue reading India’s next manufacturing leap be about what is produces
Rare Blood Red Aurora over LadakhÂ
Why in the News? A rare blood red aurora was observed over Hanle in Ladakh on 19–20 January 2026 following a powerful geomagnetic storm triggered by a fast coronal mass ejection from the Sun. Key Facts about the Event • Observed at the Indian Astronomical Observatory, Hanle• Captured by an all sky camera operated by… Continue reading Rare Blood Red Aurora over LadakhÂ
National Legal Services AuthorityÂ
Why in the News? The Minister of State, Ministry of Law and Justice, informed the Rajya Sabha about the establishment of district legal services clinics by the National Legal Services Authority to expand access to justice. About National Legal Services Authority Established under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 Objective is to provide free and… Continue reading National Legal Services AuthorityÂ
Sunabeda Wildlife SanctuaryÂ
Why in the News? Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary has been declared Maoist free and is emerging as a key leopard habitat, with forest officials estimating over 70 leopards in the sanctuary. What does “Maoist free” mean? Maoist free refers to an area that has been cleared of active Maoist (Left Wing Extremist) presence and where no… Continue reading Sunabeda Wildlife SanctuaryÂ
Vishwamitri River Â
Why in the News? The Vishwamitri River, flowing through Vadodara in Gujarat, has drawn attention due to the presence of a large urban population of mugger crocodiles, earning it the title India’s Crocodile River. About Vishwamitri River A small non perennial river in eastern Gujarat Origin: Western and southern slopes of the Pavagadh Hills Course:… Continue reading Vishwamitri River Â
Reconstructing the Sun’s Invisible Magnetic Fields
Why in the News? Researchers from Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur have reconstructed the internal magnetic fields of the Sun using 30 years of surface data, improving the ability to predict solar cycles and space weather. The study was published on January 20 in Astrophysical Journal Letters. Background The Sun follows an ~11 year solar… Continue reading Reconstructing the Sun’s Invisible Magnetic Fields
PAIMANA Portal
Why in the News? The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has operationalised the PAIMANA portal for mandatory monitoring of Central Sector Infrastructure Projects worth â‚ą150 crore and above. About PAIMANA Portal PAIMANA stands for Project Assessment, Infrastructure Monitoring and Analytics for Nation-building. It is a flagship digital initiative of MoSPI aimed at strengthening monitoring,… Continue reading PAIMANA Portal
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[30th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: India-Arab League: bridging cultures, creating opportunities
PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2017] The question of India’s energy security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian countries. Linkage: Energy security remains central to India’s economic progress, with West Asia continuing as India’s largest source of crude oil and LPG. The article shows how India-Arab… Continue reading [30th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: India-Arab League: bridging cultures, creating opportunities
