NCERT Class 8 Textbook Judiciary Controversy General Studies Paper II: Education, Separation of Power, Indian Judiciary Why in News? The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has withdrawn its newly released Class 8 Social Science textbook after objections from the Supreme Court over a chapter referring to “corruption in the judiciary”. What is […]
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PM Modi Honoured with Israeli Parliament Prestigious Knesset Speaker Medal General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with the prestigious Speaker of the Knesset Medal by the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) in Jerusalem, recognising his exceptional contribution to strengthening strategic
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Bihar Civil Nyayalay Court Bill 2026 General Studies Paper II: Judiciary, Indian Constitution Why in News? Recently, the Bihar Legislative Assembly has passed the Bihar Civil Nyayalay (Court) Bill, 2026 to repeal the colonial-era Bengal, Agra, and Assam Civil Courts Act, 1887, which had governed Bihar’s subordinate courts for over 114 years. Provisions of Bihar
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Kaziranga Emerges as Global Stronghold for Fishing Cat General Studies Paper II: Wildlife Protection, Biodiversity Why in News? Assam’s Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve has emerged as a global stronghold for the endangered fishing cat, with a 2026 study identifying at least 57 unique individuals across 450 square kilometers. Highlights of Recent Scientific Findings
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Parliamentary Friendship Group General Studies Paper II: Indian Constitution, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla formed 64 Parliamentary Friendship Groups (PFGs) with over 60 countries to boost democratic ties, promote cultural exchange, and strengthen global cooperation. What is a Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG)? About: A Parliamentary Friendship Group
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Arunachal–Assam Boundary Settlement General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Inter-State Relations Why in News? In a historic milestone, Arunachal Pradesh and Assam officially installed their first joint border pillar at Seijosa on February 22, 2026. This physical demarcation follows the Namsai Declaration, which aims to resolve decades of Arunachal–Assam Boundary Dispute and ensure
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RBI Issued Draft Guidelines on Mis-Selling General Studies Paper III: Banking Sector & NBFCs, Growth & Development Why in News? Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft guidelines directing banks to prioritize core activities like deposit mobilization over the aggressive sale of third-party insurance products, aiming to curb unethical sales tactics. Highlights of
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India First National Counter-Terrorism Policy Prahaar General Studies Paper III: Security Challenges & their Management in Border Areas, Cyber Security Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs unveiled India’s first comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy “PRAHAAR”, focusing on seven pillars to address modern threats like drone warfare, cyber-terrorism, and dark web networks.
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Vanjeevi Didi Initiative General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Wildlife Protection Why in News? Recently, the Palamu Tiger Reserve launched the Vanjeevi Didi Initiative (VDI) to empower local women in protecting forests and wildlife, motivating communities to prevent poaching and habitat destruction. What is Vanjeevi Didi Initiative (VDI)? About: The Vanjeevi Didi Initiative
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India Assumes Chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? India has officially assumed the Chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) at the 9th Conclave of Chiefs held in Visakhapatnam on 20 February 2026, marking its leadership of
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