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Kerala Child Rights Commission Ruling on Student Rights, Implications on School Grooming Policies General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Fundamental Rights  Why in News? The Kerala Child Rights Commission (KCRC) ruled that schools cannot punish, harass, or discriminate against boys or gender-nonconforming students for having long hair. Highlights of Kerala Child Rights Commission […]

Centre Amends Passport Rules: What Changes in India’s Updated Child Passport Regulations? General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) notified the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026, changing the validity period for children’s passports and revising application fees. What are the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026? Passport:

US Senate Bill Proposes Heavy Tariffs on Russian Oil Buyers, Implications for Global Energy Geopolitics General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? The U.S. Congress has passed the US Senate Bill named “Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026”, imposing tariffs on

Sanjukta Parasor Appointed First Woman Chief of CRPF’s Elite CoBRA Force, Signifying Gender Inclusivity in Internal Security General Studies Paper II: Inclusive Growth, Defence  Why in News? Recently, Senior IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar has taken charge as the Inspector General (IG) of the CRPF’s elite CoBRA unit, becoming the first woman officer to head the

US CENTCOM-Jordan Eager Lion Exercise 2026, Implications for Middle East Security General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests  Why in News? Recently, US CENTCOM and Jordan launched Eager Lion Exercise 2026 in Colorado to enhance multi-domain readiness and tactical coordination. What is Eager Lion Exercise 2026? U.S.–Jordan Strategic

New UPI MDR Charges 2026, What Stays Free for Everyone? General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Indian government introduced a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select merchant UPI transactions above ₹2,000, effective October 15, 2026. Highlights of New UPI MDR Charges 2026 Economic Impact of UPI Payment

World Circular Economy Forum 2026: India’s Leadership in Sustainable Development  General Studies Paper III: Conservation, Growth & Development Why in News? India is hosting the 10th World Circular Economy Forum 2026 (WCEF 2026) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from September 15–18, advancing India’s leadership in sustainable development. World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026 — Highlights What is

New Zealand Parliament Passes India–New Zealand FTA, Set to Take Effect on October 16 General Studies Paper II: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, International Treaties & Agreements  Why in News? Recently, the New Zealand Parliament passed the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on September 16, 2026by a decisive 93–29 vote. What is India–New Zealand Free

Pakistan Raises Bounty on JeM Chief Masood Azhar, Experts Calls It Diplomatic Smokescreen General Studies Paper II: India’s Neighbourhood, Agreements Involving India or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, Pakistan raised the bounty on Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar to PKR 70 lakh, listing him as a fugitive ahead of Financial Action Task Force (FATF)

High-Altitude Fish Schizopygopsis Waddellii Discovered in Tawang, Recorded First Time in India General Studies Paper I: Biodiversity, New Species in News Why in News? Recently, scientists confirmed the first Indian record of Schizopygopsis waddellii in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, expanding India’s known cold-water Himalayan fish diversity. Highlights of the Schizopygopsis Waddellii Discovery About Schizopygopsis Waddellii About