News Analysis

GS 2: PolityPrelims

SC asks why judiciary can’t review inaction of Governors on Bills , Pg1

Supreme Court questions Governors' inaction on State Bills, examining judicial review scope under Article 200 amid Centre-State disputes.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

What is the air drop test conducted by ISRO? , Pg8

ISRO's successful air drop test (IADT-1) validates Gaganyaan's parachute system, crucial for safe crew module recovery and mission success.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Why has the import duty on cotton been suspended? , Pg8

Government suspends cotton import duty amid declining domestic production, aiming to aid textile industry and level playing field.

GS 2: PolityPrelims

The ECI’s ring fence is the Constitution and the law , Pg6

ECI faces scrutiny over voter list manipulation allegations and Bihar's special intensive revision legality, raising concerns about electoral integrity.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social Justice

The gender angle to India’s economic vulnerabilities , Pg6

US tariffs threaten Indian economy; low female labor participation poses strategic liability, hindering growth and demographic dividend utilization.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Play-based learning for India’s future , Pg7

Government's Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi scheme transforms Anganwadi centres into early learning hubs with play-based education and holistic development.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Strong words, weak action: EU’s cautious stance on Israel , Pg7

EU maintains trade ties with Israel despite public disapproval and war crime accusations, contrasting sharply with its response to Russia-Ukraine conflict.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Illumination at US Open is designed to cut light pollution , Pg2

US Open implements dark-sky-friendly LED lighting, reducing light pollution's impact on nocturnal wildlife and earning DarkSky International certification.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Centre issues guidelines for transfusion of animal blood , Pg12

Centre's new guidelines establish veterinary blood banks with biosafety standards, blood typing, and a national digital registry for animal blood transfusions.

GS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Govt. schools account for 55.9% of total enrolments, says survey , Pg12

NSS Survey reveals stark disparities: Private school fees nine times higher, impacting access to education and perpetuating inequality.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

With Sci-Hub gone, will the ‘One Nation, One Subscription’ scheme step up? , Pg9

Delhi High Court bans Sci-Hub amidst 'One Nation, One Subscription' scheme debate for equitable research access and scholarly publishing reforms.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Research shows forgetting may be natural, remembering takes work , Pg2

Research reveals memory reconstruction: Brain actively rewires neurons daily, balancing stability and flexibility for enduring memories, challenging static memory concepts.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Centre finalises National Designated Authority to kick-start carbon markets , Pg12

India establishes National Designated Authority to operationalize carbon markets under Paris Agreement's Article 6, aiming for emission reduction and sustainable development.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

India braces for impact of 50% U.S. tariffs from today , Pg1

U.S. imposes 50% tariffs on Indian goods, impacting $47 billion exports; India pushes 'vocal for local' amidst rising trade tensions.

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