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SC Expands Judicial Team for West Bengal Special Intensive Revision

Why in the News The Supreme Court of India expanded the pool of judicial officers assisting the Election Commission of India in completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, invoking its powers under Article 142 of the Constitution. Background Around 50 lakh claims and objections were pending. Voters were excluded… Continue reading SC Expands Judicial Team for West Bengal Special Intensive Revision

[24th february 2026] The Hindu OpED: India’s energy shift through the green ammonia route

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? Linkage: Green ammonia auctions operationalise renewable energy targets through industrial decarbonisation. The subsidy shift logic… Continue reading [24th february 2026] The Hindu OpED: India’s energy shift through the green ammonia route

On the independence of EC

Why in the News? The independence of Election Commission of India as an issue has resurfaced following allegations of large-scale irregularities in electoral rolls, particularly during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Bihar, where nearly 65 lakh voters were reportedly deleted. The Opposition has moved a resolution seeking removal of the Chief Election Commissioner… Continue reading On the independence of EC

Centre unveils policy to tackle terror threats

Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry has unveiled India’s first National Counter Terrorism Policy and Strategy (PRAHAAR). The policy seeks to criminalise all terrorist acts, disrupt terror financing, deny logistical support, and strengthen coordination across Central and State agencies. The policy marks a structural shift from reactive counter-terror responses to an integrated, ecosystem-based… Continue reading Centre unveils policy to tackle terror threats

â‚ą14,601 Crore Undisclosed Offshore Investments Brought to Tax

Why in the News The Central Board of Direct Taxes disclosed through an RTI reply that â‚ą14,601 crore worth of undisclosed offshore investments, revealed in the Panama, Paradise and Pandora Papers investigations, have been “brought to tax” by the Income Tax Department. Background: Global Offshore Investigations The investigations were conducted by The Indian Express in… Continue reading â‚ą14,601 Crore Undisclosed Offshore Investments Brought to Tax

India Releases First Anti Terror Policy PRAHAAR

Why in the News The Ministry of Home Affairs on February 23, 2026 released India’s first comprehensive anti terror policy titled PRAHAAR, outlining a national counter terrorism strategy addressing conventional and emerging threats including cyber attacks and drone based terror. What is PRAHAAR? PRAHAAR is India’s first formal National Counter Terrorism Policy and Strategy. It… Continue reading India Releases First Anti Terror Policy PRAHAAR

[23rd February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Parliament’s historic law; an extended wait for women

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self-government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian Political Process.” Comment. Linkage: It provides an analytical foundation to evaluate whether the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023 for Parliamentary reservation will ensure substantive gender justice or… Continue reading [23rd February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Parliament’s historic law; an extended wait for women

Protecting the Freedom of speech of MPs

Why in the News? Recent parliamentary sessions witnessed large-scale expunction of remarks made by Opposition leaders, raising concerns over misuse of procedural rules. The issue centres on whether the Speaker (Lok Sabha)/Chairman’s (Rajya Sabha) powers are being used to regulate decorum or to restrict the constitutional freedom of speech of Menmbers of Parliament (MPs) under… Continue reading Protecting the Freedom of speech of MPs

Proteins Tweaked as Quantum Sensors Inside the Body

Why in the News Two recent studies published in Nature in February 2026 have demonstrated that fluorescent proteins can be genetically engineered to function as quantum sensors inside living cells, detecting magnetic fields and radio waves. Background The discovery of Green Fluorescent Protein revolutionised biology by allowing scientists to visualise cellular processes. This breakthrough was… Continue reading Proteins Tweaked as Quantum Sensors Inside the Body

[21st February 2026] The Hindu OpED: ‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2022] The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 remains inadequate in promoting an incentive-based system for children’s education without generating awareness about the importance of schooling. Analyse. Linkage: The question examines structural gaps in the implementation of the Right to Education framework, directly linking to GS-2 Social Justice… Continue reading [21st February 2026] The Hindu OpED: ‘Bhasha’ matters in India’s multilingual moment

Why India chose to be an observer in Trump’s Board of Peace

Why in the News? India has joined the U.S.-proposed “Board of Peace” as an observer amid the ongoing Gaza conflict and rising instability in West Asia. The decision signals India’s cautious engagement with a new U.S.-led diplomatic platform while safeguarding its strategic autonomy and regional sensitivities. What is the “Board of Peace”? U.S.-Led Diplomatic Initiative:… Continue reading Why India chose to be an observer in Trump’s Board of Peace

Strait of Hormuz, key to global energy security, in spotlight amid Iran crisis

Why in the News? Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps recently launched fresh military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions and discussions over potential security threats. The development has revived concerns over a possible disruption in a waterway that carries nearly 20% of global petroleum and a major share of LNG supplies. Even… Continue reading Strait of Hormuz, key to global energy security, in spotlight amid Iran crisis

Vibrant Villages Programme Phase II launched to strengthen border areas 

Why in the News? Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Phase II of the Vibrant Villages Programme from Assam, aiming to develop border villages and curb migration and infiltration. Vibrant Villages Programme I Approval Approved on 15 February 2023. Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Coverage 662 villages. 46 blocks. 19 districts. States: Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim,… Continue reading Vibrant Villages Programme Phase II launched to strengthen border areas 

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