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The 2026 amendment to the MMDR, through Section 9D, bars states from levying taxes on mineral rights or mineral‑bearing land without central approval, sparking a federal‑fiscal clash. While the Centre seeks investment certainty, mineral‑rich states argue the move curtails their constitutional revenue powers under Entri…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at Semicon India 2026, announced India’s ambition to become a trusted hub for semiconductor manufacturing, backed by the ₹1.27 lakh crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0. Major global firms pledged multi‑billion‑dollar investments, while the government plans to train 1 lakh skilled workers…
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The Karnataka government, led by Minister T. Raghumurthy, announced a ₹18,000 crore development plan for Kalyana Karnataka under Article 371(J) , covering education, health, employment and infrastructure. With 101 taluks declared drought‑hit, the state is also deploying the VB‑G RAM‑G programme to prevent distress migr…
On 15 Sept 2026 the NPCI introduced a Merchant Discount Rate on high‑value UPI transactions, a move defended by the Department of Financial Services as a step to empower domestic payment firms and protect India's payment sovereignty. The policy counters U.S. Trade Representative concerns and aims to reduce reliance on…
On 17 September 2026, the Congress accused the Modi government of misusing a Parliamentary Standing Committee to justify a new 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate on UPI transactions above ₹2,000, a proposal that was never tabled before the committee. The opposition argues the fee harms small merchants and benefits foreign fir…
India introduced the 20% ethanol‑petrol blend (E20) in February 2023 to cut fuel costs, emissions and foreign‑exchange outflow. Evidence shows a 2%‑6% mileage loss, higher household spending of ₹88,234 crore, mixed emission outcomes, and reduced export earnings from sugarcane and maize, questioning the policy’s claimed…
On 14 September 2026, the U.S. Space Force confirmed the deployment of "space control weapons" in orbit, reviving debates on the legality of conventional weapons under the Outer Space Treaty. The development has strategic implications for India, whose growing reliance on space services makes participation in forums lik…
On 17 September 2026, the Congress accused the Uttarakhand BJP government of canceling a public‑sector thermal power joint venture and re‑issuing a tender that favoured the Adani Group, citing 84 altered conditions and a projected ₹1.6 lakh crore cost to consumers. The party has called for a Public Accounts Committee p…
On 17 September 2026, the Union Government reduced the NEET‑SS qualifying percentile from 50% to 30% to fill 1,857 vacant super‑speciality seats and returned 40 in‑service seats to Tamil Nadu for a one‑week stray vacancy round. The move, examined by the Supreme Court, underscores the Centre’s effort to optimise medical…
Assam’s captive breeding programme has increased the critically endangered pygmy hog population 32‑fold, but the species’ long‑term survival depends on restoring fragmented alluvial floodplain grasslands, especially around Manas National Park, with a target of 300 wild individuals by 2040.
On 16 September 2026, India’s External Affairs Ministry rejected the Pakistan‑China Boundary Joint Commission, stating it has no legal basis to alter the status of Indian territories under illegal occupation. New Delhi reiterated that the 1963 transfer of Shaksgam Valley and the China‑Pakistan Economic Corridor through…
On 16 September 2026, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs designated the Shahzad Bhatti Network as a terrorist organisation under the UAPA, following nationwide raids that arrested over 200 suspects. The move highlights India's legal tools against cross‑border terror and underscores the security challenges posed by soci…
In July 2026, India sourced over 52% of its oil imports from Russia, the highest share ever, while the U.S. House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act proposing up to 100% tariffs on top oil‑importing nations. The development highlights India’s energy‑security challenges, the impact of U.S. sanc…
On 16 September 2026, India’s UN envoy warned that Pakistan continues to provide a permissive environment for terrorist groups like Lashkar‑e‑Taiba and Jaish‑e‑Mohammed, citing how 9/11 architects were captured in Pakistani cities rather than remote hideouts. He also highlighted the humanitarian crisis of forced Afghan…
On 16 September 2026, the U.S. House passed a bill allowing the President to levy up to 100% tariffs on the top five importers of Russian oil and gas, including India, as part of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. The move has significant implications for India’s energy security, trade balance, and…
On 16 September 2026, the Delhi High Court asked the Union Government to clarify if it plans a policy to curb addictive design features like infinite scroll and autoplay on social‑media platforms. The court will hear a PIL seeking an expert committee to examine such "addictive architecture," highlighting concerns over…
A study by IITM Pune confirms that about 60% of Kerala's dengue cases occur during the southwest monsoon, driven by rainfall, humidity and ENSO. Machine‑learning projections warn of a 16‑20% rise in risk by 2040 and up to 113% by the century's end, underscoring the need for climate‑informed early warning systems and ta…
On 16 September 2026, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate to about 3.9 % to tackle stubborn inflation, signalling a possible second hike to 4.1 % later in the year. The move, occurring ahead of US midterm elections, sparked criticism from President Trump and underscores the tension between political pressure…
The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, has urged the government to postpone making the three‑language policy mandatory for Class 6 students until January 1 2027, citing logistical concerns. This recommendation allows the Ministry of Education to design incentives and align curricula, highlighting the judic…
India’s real GDP grew 7.8% in Q1‑2026, outpacing RBI forecasts and reflecting broad‑based expansion across manufacturing, services and exports. The surge is driven by strong private investment, but sustaining growth will require converting public capital into private spending, improving job quality, and leveraging FTAs…