News Analysis
Urgent update, Pg8
CPI's outdated base year (2012) and inaccurate weightages skew inflation measure, hindering RBI's monetary policy decisions amidst statistical anomalies.
Urgent update, Pg8
CPI's outdated base year (2012) and inaccurate weightages skew inflation measure, hindering RBI's monetary policy decisions amidst statistical anomalies.
Amoral embrace, Pg8
US embraces former al-Qaeda leader as Syrian President, raising concerns over human rights and regional stability amidst shifting alliances.
Amoral embrace, Pg8
US embraces former al-Qaeda leader as Syrian President, raising concerns over human rights and regional stability amidst shifting alliances.
Donald Trump shakes up the global nuclear order, Pg8
Trump's call for nuclear testing threatens global order, potentially triggering arms race and undermining non-proliferation efforts amid geopolitical tensions.
Donald Trump shakes up the global nuclear order, Pg8
Trump's call for nuclear testing threatens global order, potentially triggering arms race and undermining non-proliferation efforts amid geopolitical tensions.
The Tamil Nadu model of sub-State climate action, Pg8
Tamil Nadu pioneers sub-state climate action with district-level decarbonization plans, aiming for net-zero emissions well before 2070.
The Tamil Nadu model of sub-State climate action, Pg8
Tamil Nadu pioneers sub-state climate action with district-level decarbonization plans, aiming for net-zero emissions well before 2070.
Should public celebrations or expression of devotion be avoided?, Pg9
Debate sparks over increasing public religious displays, politicization, and its impact on civic life and constitutional freedoms in India.
Should public celebrations or expression of devotion be avoided?, Pg9
Debate sparks over increasing public religious displays, politicization, and its impact on civic life and constitutional freedoms in India.
Can T.N.’s reforms change transgender healthcare?, Pg10
Tamil Nadu pioneers transgender healthcare reforms through inclusive policies, insurance coverage, and legal support, setting a benchmark for other states.
Can T.N.’s reforms change transgender healthcare?, Pg10
Tamil Nadu pioneers transgender healthcare reforms through inclusive policies, insurance coverage, and legal support, setting a benchmark for other states.
Holding up GLASS to India; securing stewardship to tackle AMR, Pg11
India faces alarming rise in antimicrobial resistance; GLASS report reveals critical gaps in surveillance and stewardship despite national initiatives.
Holding up GLASS to India; securing stewardship to tackle AMR, Pg11
India faces alarming rise in antimicrobial resistance; GLASS report reveals critical gaps in surveillance and stewardship despite national initiatives.
India, Nepal ink pact to step up trade ties, Pg12
India and Nepal enhance trade relations by amending transit treaty, easing rail freight movement between Jogbani (India) and Biratnagar (Nepal).
India, Nepal ink pact to step up trade ties, Pg12
India and Nepal enhance trade relations by amending transit treaty, easing rail freight movement between Jogbani (India) and Biratnagar (Nepal).
SC bats for protection of pristine sal forest in Jharkhand’s Saranda, Pg13
Supreme Court directs Jharkhand to declare 314 sq. km of Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary balancing ecology and mining.
SC bats for protection of pristine sal forest in Jharkhand’s Saranda, Pg13
Supreme Court directs Jharkhand to declare 314 sq. km of Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary balancing ecology and mining.
Centre releases draft Seeds Bill; farm outfits cautious, industry welcomes it, Pg13
Centre unveils draft Seeds Bill 2025 aiming to regulate seed quality, ensure farmer access, and liberalize imports, sparking mixed reactions.
Centre releases draft Seeds Bill; farm outfits cautious, industry welcomes it, Pg13
Centre unveils draft Seeds Bill 2025 aiming to regulate seed quality, ensure farmer access, and liberalize imports, sparking mixed reactions.
SC reserves verdict on plea seeking damages for deaths ‘linked’ to COVID vaccines, Pg14
Supreme Court reserves judgment on plea seeking compensation for COVID vaccine-related deaths amid debate over data transparency and government liability.
SC reserves verdict on plea seeking damages for deaths ‘linked’ to COVID vaccines, Pg14
Supreme Court reserves judgment on plea seeking compensation for COVID vaccine-related deaths amid debate over data transparency and government liability.
Barrier-less tolling systems: govt. to revisit bank-centric bidding model, Pg13
Government reconsiders bank-centric bidding for barrier-less tolling to enhance scalability and address FASTag limitations, aiming for seamless highway toll collection.
Barrier-less tolling systems: govt. to revisit bank-centric bidding model, Pg13
Government reconsiders bank-centric bidding for barrier-less tolling to enhance scalability and address FASTag limitations, aiming for seamless highway toll collection.
India’s carbon emission rise slower this year, says report, Pg14
India's carbon emission growth slows to 1.4% in 2025 due to renewables and favorable monsoon.
India’s carbon emission rise slower this year, says report, Pg14
India's carbon emission growth slows to 1.4% in 2025 due to renewables and favorable monsoon.
SC wants govt. to promote EVs amid high air pollution, Pg14
Supreme Court urges government to revisit NEMMP 2020 and promote EVs amid Delhi's worsening air pollution crisis.
SC wants govt. to promote EVs amid high air pollution, Pg14
Supreme Court urges government to revisit NEMMP 2020 and promote EVs amid Delhi's worsening air pollution crisis.
Why Hepatitis A deserves a place in India’s universal immunisation programme, PgII
Experts advocate for Hepatitis A vaccine's inclusion in India's Universal Immunisation Programme due to rising cases and existing indigenous vaccine.
Why Hepatitis A deserves a place in India’s universal immunisation programme, PgII
Experts advocate for Hepatitis A vaccine's inclusion in India's Universal Immunisation Programme due to rising cases and existing indigenous vaccine.
No respite from bad air in Delhi-NCR, Pg10
Delhi-NCR chokes as AQI hits 'Severe' for third day; farm fires contribute 22.47% to pollution, schools shift to hybrid mode.
No respite from bad air in Delhi-NCR, Pg10
Delhi-NCR chokes as AQI hits 'Severe' for third day; farm fires contribute 22.47% to pollution, schools shift to hybrid mode.
Rs 30L fine, jail in draft Bill to curb sale of low-quality seeds, Pg11
New Seeds Bill 2025 proposes Rs 30L fine and 3-year jail for selling non-registered, spurious seeds, aiming to regulate quality.
Rs 30L fine, jail in draft Bill to curb sale of low-quality seeds, Pg11
New Seeds Bill 2025 proposes Rs 30L fine and 3-year jail for selling non-registered, spurious seeds, aiming to regulate quality.
Government has the tools, it needs the will, Pg13
Delhi's air pollution crisis demands systemic reforms, including electric vehicle adoption, public transport enhancement, and industrial emission control, beyond temporary measures.
Government has the tools, it needs the will, Pg13
Delhi's air pollution crisis demands systemic reforms, including electric vehicle adoption, public transport enhancement, and industrial emission control, beyond temporary measures.
Eye in sky & on ground: CAQM to get verified data on burnt farms, Pg16
CAQM enhances stubble burning monitoring using satellite data and ground verification for targeted pollution control by December.
Eye in sky & on ground: CAQM to get verified data on burnt farms, Pg16
CAQM enhances stubble burning monitoring using satellite data and ground verification for targeted pollution control by December.
77 lakh accounts blocked as Rlys cracks down on bots, Pg21
Indian Railways blocks 77 lakh bot accounts using AI-driven security, thwarting fraudulent Tatkal ticket bookings and enhancing system security.
77 lakh accounts blocked as Rlys cracks down on bots, Pg21
Indian Railways blocks 77 lakh bot accounts using AI-driven security, thwarting fraudulent Tatkal ticket bookings and enhancing system security.
Declare Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary: SC, Pg22
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare Saranda forests a wildlife sanctuary, prohibiting mining within 1km radius, protecting tribal rights.
Declare Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary: SC, Pg22
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare Saranda forests a wildlife sanctuary, prohibiting mining within 1km radius, protecting tribal rights.
Growth of India's CO2 emissions expected to slow down significantly in 2025: Study, Pg23
India's CO2 emissions growth slows to 1.4% in 2025, driven by monsoon and renewable energy growth.
Growth of India's CO2 emissions expected to slow down significantly in 2025: Study, Pg23
India's CO2 emissions growth slows to 1.4% in 2025, driven by monsoon and renewable energy growth.
FinMin tells insurers, hospitals to take steps to lower healthcare costs, Pg25
FinMin directs insurers and hospitals to reduce healthcare costs via standardized protocols and efficient claims, addressing medical inflation of 5.55%.
FinMin tells insurers, hospitals to take steps to lower healthcare costs, Pg25
FinMin directs insurers and hospitals to reduce healthcare costs via standardized protocols and efficient claims, addressing medical inflation of 5.55%.
Anti-dumping duty on steel from Vietnam, Pg25
India imposes $121.55/tonne anti-dumping duty on Vietnamese hot rolled flat steel for five years to protect domestic manufacturers.
Anti-dumping duty on steel from Vietnam, Pg25
India imposes $121.55/tonne anti-dumping duty on Vietnamese hot rolled flat steel for five years to protect domestic manufacturers.
Govt revokes 14 QCOs on goods affecting textile value chain, Pg25
Government scraps 14 quality control orders impacting textile sector amid export decline due to US tariffs and MSME concerns.
Govt revokes 14 QCOs on goods affecting textile value chain, Pg25
Government scraps 14 quality control orders impacting textile sector amid export decline due to US tariffs and MSME concerns.
Sebi panel for overhaul of conflict of interest framework: How will it improve transparency?, Pg25
Sebi panel proposes overhaul of conflict of interest framework, including public asset disclosure and investment restrictions for top officials.
Sebi panel for overhaul of conflict of interest framework: How will it improve transparency?, Pg25
Sebi panel proposes overhaul of conflict of interest framework, including public asset disclosure and investment restrictions for top officials.
US govt shutdown & the state of its Budget, Pg26
US government shutdown exposes budget approval process vulnerabilities; India's parliamentary system offers stability, highlighting presidential system risks for developing economies.
US govt shutdown & the state of its Budget, Pg26
US government shutdown exposes budget approval process vulnerabilities; India's parliamentary system offers stability, highlighting presidential system risks for developing economies.
Features of ricin toxin, at the centre of alleged terror plot, Pg26
Gujarat ATS arrests three for allegedly plotting terror attack using Ricin, a potent toxin derived from castor beans.
Features of ricin toxin, at the centre of alleged terror plot, Pg26
Gujarat ATS arrests three for allegedly plotting terror attack using Ricin, a potent toxin derived from castor beans.
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