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Lead Bank Scheme (LBS): RBI Draft Revised Guidelines, Objectives, Structure

Context RBI has introduced a draft circular on the Lead Bank Scheme, aiming to fine-tune the structure, membership and agenda of various forums created under the Lead Bank Scheme. The draft circular lays down clear roles and responsibilities of key...

SHANTI Act and Nuclear Liability Reforms Debate: Key Issues, Impact and Analysis

Contex The SHANTI Act, passed in the Winter Session of Parliament have raised concerns about safety and accountability due to changes in supplier indemnity and liability caps Key Features of the SHANTI Act ●     Private Sector participation: The SHANTI Act...

Substantive Motion in Parliament: Meaning, Features, Examples and Importance

Context Member of Parliament Nishikant Dubey has submitted a notice for a substantive motion against the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha. About Parliamentary Motions The term “motion” broadly refers to any formal proposal placed before the House to...

Biological E Gets WHO Approval for nOPV2 Vaccine – What It Means for Global Polio Eradication

Contex India’s vaccine manufacturer Biological E. Ltd has received full Phase II Pre-Qualification (PQ) approval from the World Health Organization (WHO) for its Novel Oral Polio Vaccine type 2 (nOPV2). More about the News Upgrade from Phase I to Phase...

Industrial Relations Code Amendment Bill 2026: Provisions and Significance

Context The Lok Sabha passed a Bill to help avoid any “future unwarranted complication” over the continuity of certain laws replaced by the Industrial Relations Code of 2020. Purpose of the Amendment To remove ambiguity regarding the repeal of earlier...

IT Intermediary Guidelines Amendment Rules 2026: Key Changes, Impact on Social Media & Digital Platforms

Context AI-generated images are increasingly indistinguishable from real photographs.This has raised concerns about misinformation, public trust, and online accountability. India has responded by updating its digital governance framework. Requirements of the new rules The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital...

Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) framework

Context The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has realised an amount of ₹2.40 crore under the Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) framework in the last 45 days. About Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) framework Access and Benefit-Sharing refers to the way genetic resources...

Henley Passport Index 2026: Ranking, Visa-Free Access, and Global Mobility Trends

The Henley Passport Index 2026 highlights global mobility trends by ranking passports based on the number of destinations citizens can visit without prior visa approval. In 2026, India improved its position significantly, moving up 10 places globally, even though it...

BNP Landslide in Bangladesh: Strategic Risks and Opportunities for India Explained

Context The decisive victory of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) under Tarique Rahman in the 2026 parliamentary elections marks a major political shift in Dhaka. With the Awami League absent from the contest, India now faces a complex mix of...

Quad as a Very Important Platform: U.S. View on Indo-Pacific Strategy

Context At a recent U.S. congressional hearing, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia S. Paul Kapur described the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) as a “very important platform.” About Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) ●     Members: India, United States,...