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Union Budget 2026–27 

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 2026–27 

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

Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary 

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 Sanctuary 

Vishwamitri River  

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  

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 ₹150 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

[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

Thorium based nuclear power key to securing energy independence

Why in the News? Thorium-based nuclear power is gaining attention again as India expands its Pressurized Heavy-Water Reactor (PHWRs) using imported uranium, which allows faster production of fissile material needed for thorium use. Earlier, limited domestic uranium kept reactor capacity low and delayed the thorium programme. With a target of 100 GWe nuclear capacity, largely… Continue reading Thorium based nuclear power key to securing energy independence

Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary  

Why in the News? The Forest Minister of Karnataka recently visited Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary amid controversy over a proposal to reduce the sanctuary boundary. About Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary Located in Karnataka, in Shimoga (Shivamogga) district Lies along the Tunga River Tunga Anicut Dam situated within the sanctuary Provides habitat for otters and water birds Mandagadde… Continue reading Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary  

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