Why in the News ? India is hosting the 16th BRICS Health Ministers’ Meeting in Chandigarh, bringing together Health Ministers and senior officials from BRICS countries to strengthen cooperation in health security, digital health, pandemic preparedness, and Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Key Highlights of the 16th BRICS Health Ministers’ Meeting ● India is hosting the…
Why in the News ? The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) successfully conducted Operation Vajra, seizing 12 crore Tramadol Hydrochloride tablets worth a massive consignment intended for illegal diversion to Libya. The operation highlights India’s strengthened efforts against transnational drug trafficking under the NDPS Act, 1985, demonstrating effective regional security cooperation and India’s commitment to…
Why in the News ? The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has granted market authorisation to QDENGA (TAK-003), making it the first dengue vaccine approved in India. The vaccine is indicated for individuals aged 4–60 years and offers protection against all four dengue virus serotypes. This approval strengthens India’s indo-pacific strategy for regional health…
Why in the News ? India has witnessed a sharp rise in Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation, driven mainly by higher crude oil prices influenced by strategic competition between major economies including US and China, and food supply disruptions caused by weak monsoon conditions. The trend has renewed concerns over inflation management, economic stability, and…
Why in the News ? The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is planning EPFO 3.0 reforms to expand universal pension coverage, extend social security to gig and platform workers, introduce a Target Retirement Sum (TRS) framework, and modernise its technology through a Core Banking Solution (CBS) in strategic alignment with global best practices. Key Proposals…
Why in the News ? The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced that the SMILE Scheme has rehabilitated over 10,200 persons engaged in begging across 216 cities. The scheme aims to expand to 295 cities by 2030-31, promoting a Begging-Free India through rehabilitation and sustainable livelihoods as part of India’s broader indo-pacific strategy for…
Why in the News ? The Ministry of Law and Justice has released the Draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2026 for public consultation. Prepared in consultation with the Bar Council of India (BCI), the draft seeks stakeholder feedback to modernise legal regulation through a transparent and participative law-making process, reflecting strategic alignment with contemporary governance standards….
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 was introduced in the Lok Sabha to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 33 to 37 (excluding the Chief Justice of India), aiming to improve judicial efficiency and reduce case pendency while strengthening India’s commitment to a rules-based…
Why in the News ? Indian badminton star P. V. Sindhu became the first Indian to win the Japan Open title. President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan congratulated her, describing the victory as a historic achievement for Indian badminton and a testament to India’s growing prominence in the Indo-Pacific strategy through sports…
Why in the News ? The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, proposing a common civil law for all residents. The Bill seeks to regulate live-in relationships, prohibit practices such as polygamy and triple talaq, and introduce uniform rules governing marriage, divorce, maintenance, inheritance, and succession. Key Provisions of…