1. Vision of a Tobacco-Free India – Strengthening Control Measures - Polity Why in News? The economic burden of tobacco use in India is alarming: ₹1,773.4 billion (1.04% of GDP) – annual cost of tobacco use (2017 estimates, for age 35+). ₹566.7 billion (0.33% of GDP)...

1. Lunar Module Launch Vehicle (LMLV): India’s Heaviest Rocket - Science & Technology Why in News? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing its heaviest rocket to date, the Lunar Module Launch Vehicle (LMLV), designed to advance India’s...

1. RBI Warns Against Raising the 4% Inflation Target - Economy Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a discussion paper on the Monetary Policy Framework, cautioning that any increase in India’s current inflation target (4%) may: Undermine the...

1. Criminal Law, Politics, and the Misuse of State Power in India - Polity Why in News? The Government of India has proposed new constitutional provisions to remove Union and State Ministers — including the Prime Minister and Chief Ministers — from office upon arrest....

1. The Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025 - Polity Why in News? The Union Home Minister is set to introduce three major bills in the Lok Sabha to establish a legal and constitutional framework for the automatic resignation of public office bearers (Prime...

1. Sahariya Tribe - Indian Society Why in News? A recent genetic study has revealed a potential genetic link to the high prevalence of tuberculosis (TB) in the Sahariya tribe of central India. This brings attention to their distinct health vulnerabilities and overall...

1. A Conservation Manual, Drafted by the Ordinary Citizen - History & Culture Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Independence Day addresses often emphasize honoring freedom fighters and India’s heritage. However, critics argue these reminders remain...

1. Challenges Confronting the Election Commission of India - Polity Why in News? The Election Commission of India (ECI) is under scrutiny following the Bihar Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, which led to the deletion of 65 lakh names from the electoral...

1. How Inclusive is the Election Commission’s Special Revision Exercise? - Polity Why in News? The Election Commission of India (ECI) has launched a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. It has sparked debate due to its strict documentation...

1. Jammu & Kashmir: Lieutenant Governor’s Power to Nominate Assembly Members - Polity Why in News? The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) told the J&K High Court that the Lieutenant-Governor (L-G) can nominate five members to the Legislative Assembly without...