News Analysis
GST mop-up slips to ₹1.7 lakh crore in November, Pg1
GST collections hit year-low at ₹1.7 lakh crore in November, with a marginal 0.7% year-on-year growth.
GST mop-up slips to ₹1.7 lakh crore in November, Pg1
GST collections hit year-low at ₹1.7 lakh crore in November, with a marginal 0.7% year-on-year growth.
IIP in October slips to a 14-month low, Pg1
India's industrial production growth hits 14-month low at 0.4% in October 2025 due to electricity and consumer goods contraction.
IIP in October slips to a 14-month low, Pg1
India's industrial production growth hits 14-month low at 0.4% in October 2025 due to electricity and consumer goods contraction.
SC gives CBI free hand to stop ‘digital arrest’ scams, Pg1
Supreme Court directs CBI to investigate ₹3,000 crore 'digital arrest' scams targeting elderly, overriding state consent for pan-India probe.
SC gives CBI free hand to stop ‘digital arrest’ scams, Pg1
Supreme Court directs CBI to investigate ₹3,000 crore 'digital arrest' scams targeting elderly, overriding state consent for pan-India probe.
The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6
Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.
The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6
Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.
War clouds, Pg6
Trump's Venezuela threats spark intervention fears amid rising U.S. military presence and accusations of drug trafficking, regime change.
War clouds, Pg6
Trump's Venezuela threats spark intervention fears amid rising U.S. military presence and accusations of drug trafficking, regime change.
The new action plan on AMR needs a shot in the arm, Pg6
NAP-AMR 2.0 launched amidst concerns over state-level implementation, demanding stronger Centre-State coordination and accountability for effective AMR control.
The new action plan on AMR needs a shot in the arm, Pg6
NAP-AMR 2.0 launched amidst concerns over state-level implementation, demanding stronger Centre-State coordination and accountability for effective AMR control.
Cautious optimism, Pg6
India's Q2 GDP surges to 8.2%, exceeding estimates, fueled by manufacturing and services, but trade deficit raises concerns about sustainability.
Cautious optimism, Pg6
India's Q2 GDP surges to 8.2%, exceeding estimates, fueled by manufacturing and services, but trade deficit raises concerns about sustainability.
Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty?, Pg7
World Bank projects halt in poverty reduction post-2030 due to economic stagnation in poorest nations, especially Sub-Saharan Africa.
Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty?, Pg7
World Bank projects halt in poverty reduction post-2030 due to economic stagnation in poorest nations, especially Sub-Saharan Africa.
Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census, Pg7
Census 2027 to leverage geo-tagging and digital platforms, aiming for accurate urban data collection and policy implementation.
Capturing urban dynamism in the 2027 Census, Pg7
Census 2027 to leverage geo-tagging and digital platforms, aiming for accurate urban data collection and policy implementation.
Can India become self-reliant in REE production?, Pg8
India approves ₹7,280-crore scheme for domestic rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing amid China's export restrictions to boost self-reliance.
Can India become self-reliant in REE production?, Pg8
India approves ₹7,280-crore scheme for domestic rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing amid China's export restrictions to boost self-reliance.
Why does India need bioremediation?, Pg8
India explores bioremediation to combat pollution using microorganisms for sustainable waste cleanup, facing challenges in standards and public acceptance.
Why does India need bioremediation?, Pg8
India explores bioremediation to combat pollution using microorganisms for sustainable waste cleanup, facing challenges in standards and public acceptance.
Govt. moves Bills for pan masala, tobacco levies, Pg10
Government introduces Central Excise (Amendment) Bill and Health Security Cess Bill to maintain revenue from tobacco and pan masala.
Govt. moves Bills for pan masala, tobacco levies, Pg10
Government introduces Central Excise (Amendment) Bill and Health Security Cess Bill to maintain revenue from tobacco and pan masala.
Number of govt. schools falls, but those with fewer than 10 students see a steady rise, Pg10
Government school numbers decline, while schools with under 10 students rise to 65,000 in 2024-25, raising concerns.
Number of govt. schools falls, but those with fewer than 10 students see a steady rise, Pg10
Government school numbers decline, while schools with under 10 students rise to 65,000 in 2024-25, raising concerns.
Sanchar Saathi app must be pre-installed on phones: DoT, Pg12
DoT mandates pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on smartphones by March 2026 to curb mobile fraud.
Sanchar Saathi app must be pre-installed on phones: DoT, Pg12
DoT mandates pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app on smartphones by March 2026 to curb mobile fraud.
The science, technology, and pitfalls of using nuclear power in space, PgII
Lunar Fission Surface Power Project aims to deploy nuclear reactor on moon, sparking debate on safety and legal framework.
The science, technology, and pitfalls of using nuclear power in space, PgII
Lunar Fission Surface Power Project aims to deploy nuclear reactor on moon, sparking debate on safety and legal framework.
Centre asks smartphone makers to pre-install its app, triggers concerns, Pg1
Government mandates pre-installation of 'Sanchar Saathi' app on all smartphones to combat cyber fraud and track stolen devices.
Centre asks smartphone makers to pre-install its app, triggers concerns, Pg1
Government mandates pre-installation of 'Sanchar Saathi' app on all smartphones to combat cyber fraud and track stolen devices.
THE 14TH EDITION of the annual India-Maldives bilateral exercise, Pg1
India-Maldives commence 14th Ekuverin exercise in Kerala, enhancing counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism interoperability amidst evolving regional security dynamics.
THE 14TH EDITION of the annual India-Maldives bilateral exercise, Pg1
India-Maldives commence 14th Ekuverin exercise in Kerala, enhancing counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism interoperability amidst evolving regional security dynamics.
Why EC note was an early warning, citizenship became key issue in SC, Pg1
EC's Bihar revision sparks citizenship concerns; SC intervenes on Aadhaar, raising questions on electoral roll accuracy and disenfranchisement risks.
Why EC note was an early warning, citizenship became key issue in SC, Pg1
EC's Bihar revision sparks citizenship concerns; SC intervenes on Aadhaar, raising questions on electoral roll accuracy and disenfranchisement risks.
WHO terms obesity ‘global health crisis’, backs long-term use of GLP-1 drugs, Pg2
WHO declares obesity a 'global health crisis,' backing GLP-1 drugs for long-term use, emphasizing equitable access and comprehensive treatment strategies.
WHO terms obesity ‘global health crisis’, backs long-term use of GLP-1 drugs, Pg2
WHO declares obesity a 'global health crisis,' backing GLP-1 drugs for long-term use, emphasizing equitable access and comprehensive treatment strategies.
Govt cleared school funds for Kerala after it signed PM-SHRI MoU, show answers in LS, Pg6
Kerala receives Rs 92.41 crore in school funds after signing PM-SHRI MoU, ending Centre-State standoff over education scheme implementation.
Govt cleared school funds for Kerala after it signed PM-SHRI MoU, show answers in LS, Pg6
Kerala receives Rs 92.41 crore in school funds after signing PM-SHRI MoU, ending Centre-State standoff over education scheme implementation.
LS passes Manipur GST Bill, FM moves Bills for tobacco levy, pan masala cess, Pg6
Lok Sabha approves Manipur GST Bill 2025, enabling GST 2.0 reforms; FM introduces bills for tobacco levy and pan masala cess.
LS passes Manipur GST Bill, FM moves Bills for tobacco levy, pan masala cess, Pg6
Lok Sabha approves Manipur GST Bill 2025, enabling GST 2.0 reforms; FM introduces bills for tobacco levy and pan masala cess.
Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9
Nagaland government opposes Protected Area Permit regime, advocating for tourism boost during Hornbill Festival, urging complete withdrawal of PAP.
Hornbill fest starts as Nagaland opposes travel curbs, Pg9
Nagaland government opposes Protected Area Permit regime, advocating for tourism boost during Hornbill Festival, urging complete withdrawal of PAP.
What after relief to Sandesaras? ED braces for other defence petitions, Pg9
Supreme Court allows quashing of FIRs against Sandesaras upon ₹5,100 crore deposit, raising concerns about similar petitions from other loan defaulters.
What after relief to Sandesaras? ED braces for other defence petitions, Pg9
Supreme Court allows quashing of FIRs against Sandesaras upon ₹5,100 crore deposit, raising concerns about similar petitions from other loan defaulters.
Give states their fair share, protect their fiscal space, Pg10
Article analyzes the trends in fiscal space of states, Centre-state financial relations, and recommendations for the 16th Finance Commission.
Give states their fair share, protect their fiscal space, Pg10
Article analyzes the trends in fiscal space of states, Centre-state financial relations, and recommendations for the 16th Finance Commission.
Rupee has fallen and that is not a bad thing, Pg10
Rupee depreciation against major currencies boosts exports, mitigates China's import threat amid record trade deficit, says RBI data.
Rupee has fallen and that is not a bad thing, Pg10
Rupee depreciation against major currencies boosts exports, mitigates China's import threat amid record trade deficit, says RBI data.
Role of bones and teeth when determining a person's age and adulthood, Pg12
Medical age estimation using bone ossification and teeth mineralization determines adulthood in legal cases, impacting rights and justice.
Role of bones and teeth when determining a person's age and adulthood, Pg12
Medical age estimation using bone ossification and teeth mineralization determines adulthood in legal cases, impacting rights and justice.
Govt's China counter: Push for RE magnets, Pg12
India approves ₹7,280-crore scheme to boost domestic rare earth magnet production, reducing reliance on China amid rising demand.
Govt's China counter: Push for RE magnets, Pg12
India approves ₹7,280-crore scheme to boost domestic rare earth magnet production, reducing reliance on China amid rising demand.
Why pollution affects north Indian cities more than south & west, Pg12
North Indian cities grapple with severe pollution due to geography and winter inversion, analysis reveals.
Why pollution affects north Indian cities more than south & west, Pg12
North Indian cities grapple with severe pollution due to geography and winter inversion, analysis reveals.
What is HIRE Act, reintroduced by Democratic lawmaker Krishnamoorthi?, Pg12
US Congressman Krishnamoorthi reintroduced HIRE Act, proposing to double H-1B visas to 130,000 and boost STEM education.
What is HIRE Act, reintroduced by Democratic lawmaker Krishnamoorthi?, Pg12
US Congressman Krishnamoorthi reintroduced HIRE Act, proposing to double H-1B visas to 130,000 and boost STEM education.
Big reset for insurance sector as govt readies sweeping reform Bill, Pg13
Insurance sector poised for major overhaul as government proposes 100% FDI, composite licensing, and eased entry norms.
Big reset for insurance sector as govt readies sweeping reform Bill, Pg13
Insurance sector poised for major overhaul as government proposes 100% FDI, composite licensing, and eased entry norms.
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