News Analysis
Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2
Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.
The majoritarian shadow over Adivasi identity, faith, Pg6
RSS affiliates' conclave demands delisting converted Adivasis, sparking concerns over identity, constitutional rights, and majoritarian influence on tribal communities.
Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6
India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.
From bad to worse, Pg6
US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.
How T.N.’s healthcare leads by example, Pg7
Tamil Nadu's healthcare model emphasizes primary care, decentralized delivery, and technology integration, offering lessons for nationwide healthcare reform and accessibility.
Prisons in India continue to be overcrowded by undertrials, Pg7
NCRB report reveals Indian prisons grapple with overcrowding, 73% undertrials, staff vacancies, and infrastructure shortfalls despite capacity expansions.
General Subramani takes charge as CDS; lays emphasis on ‘JAI’, Pg10
General Subramani assumes CDS role, prioritizing 'JAI'—Jointness, Atma Nirbharta, Innovation—to bolster national security through integrated armed forces.
Human trafficking can’t be separated from broader migration flows, says SC, Pg12
Supreme Court links migration, human trafficking, emphasizes rights for voluntary sex workers, and flags ITPA flaws.
Govt seeks to bring back delimitation Bill, push joint polls by 2029, Pg3
Government seeks to revive Delimitation Bill and push 'One Nation, One Election' by 2029 amid political realignment efforts.
J&K HC: President, Govt can terminate govt employees over 'security of state', Pg4
J&K High Court upholds President/Governor's power to sack employees threatening state security without inquiry under Article 311(2)(c).
Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12
NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.
Safer motherhood begins before pregnancy, Pg12
India's maternal mortality declines significantly, but widespread anemia among women remains a critical challenge requiring urgent, comprehensive solutions.
Austerity is needed, but energy security requires breaking silos in government, Pg12
Expert advocates for unified energy governance to tackle energy security challenges through integrated policy and executive oversight via new ministry/PMO department.
India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13
India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.
The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13
India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.
How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15
China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.
Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16
Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.
Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16
RBI likely to hold rates steady amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation, growth, and global uncertainties for economic stability.
Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16
RBI's FY26 income surges to ₹4.28 lakh crore driven by rupee defence, bond yields, and forex transactions.
'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17
Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.
Materials Division of Tata Group, IIT Jodhpur is scaling up indigenous production of advanced materials for defence, electronics and energy storage sectors., Pg18
Tata Group and IIT Jodhpur collaborate to boost indigenous advanced materials production for defence, electronics, and energy storage, enhancing self-glowing paint technology.
IIT Jodhpur Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur are advancing futuristic materials science through high-scale engineering of advanced two-dimensional (2D) materials. (The researchers have successfully synthesized freestanding bo..., Pg18
IIT Jodhpur pioneers borophene research for advanced batteries, sensors, and nanoelectronics, collaborating with Tata Group for indigenous production scale-up.
Researchers find a protein that halts brain decline, Pg19
Scientists identify Menin protein decline as trigger for age-related brain inflammation and memory loss; D-serine supplement shows promise.
Reverse brain ageing with nose spray, Pg19
Texas A&M researchers develop nasal spray using microRNAs reversing brain ageing, improving memory, and reducing inflammation after just two doses.
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