1. Special Economic Zones (SEZs) - Economy Why in News? On June 9, 2025, the Government of India relaxed key regulations related to Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to promote domestic manufacturing of semiconductors and electronics components. What are Special Economic...

1. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) - Governance Why in News? The Andaman & Nicobar Islands have reported a sharp rise in petroleum product consumption, especially diesel and LPG, due in part to the implementation and outreach of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala...

1. Forest Rights Act Cells Under DAJGUA - Governance Why in News? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has approved the creation of Forest Rights Act (FRA) Cells at both district and state levels across 18 States and Union Territories, under the Dharti Aba Janjatiya Gram...

1.Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea-Defence & Security Why in News? The Indian Navy and the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy recently conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea, enhancing joint operational capabilities and naval...

1. Nuclear Energy for Net Zero Viksit Bharat – Challenges and Strategic Roadmap – Science and Technology Why in News? India is pursuing the ambitious twin goals of: becoming a developed nation (Viksit Bharat) by 2047, and achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2070....

1. India’s Declining Fertility Rate and Its Demographic Implications - Indian Society Why in News? According to a recent United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) report (2025), India’s population is projected to reach 146.39 crore by April 2025. This projection...

1. Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) - Environment Why in News? Concerns have been raised by experts regarding the ongoing construction of the Ken-Betwa River Linking Project, which passes through the Panna Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh. The project is expected to have...

1. India's EV Localisation Policy: Balancing Imports and Industrial Growth - Economy Why in News? The Ministry of Heavy Industries has issued guidelines under the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India — a major move to advance the...

1. Census Set to Trigger NPR Update - Polity Why in News? The upcoming Census — scheduled in two phases (2026 and 2027) — will be a key event shaping various governance processes. Apart from its usual role in demographic data collection, this Census will also:...

1. RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Decisions - Economy Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced a significant cut in the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) during its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting.This move will inject ₹2.5 lakh crore into...