Current affairs

India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 Explained: Budget 2026 Tech Revolution

Context  The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a decisive step in strengthening India’s position as a global hub for electronics manufacturing, semiconductors and information technology services. India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 The Budget announced the launch of India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, building...

India Rare Earth Mission: Opportunities for Manufacturing and Clean Energy

Context Budget 2026-27 propose to support the mineral-rich States of Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu to establish dedicated Rare Earth Corridors to promote mining, processing, research and manufacturing It is in line with the recently announced scheme to...

Future of Urbanisation in India After Budget 2026

Context The Union Budget 2026 signals a tightening of public spending on India’s cities, raising concerns about the long-term sustainability of the country’s urbanisation strategy. Central allocations for urban development have been reduced by 11.6%, from ₹96,777 crore to ₹85,522...

Employment Generation in Budget 2026

Context Trade unions have criticised Union Budget 2026-27 for failing to address unemployment, worker welfare, and social security, particularly for informal and gig workers. Labour Ministry Allocation The Union Labour Ministry’s budget saw no major increase, raising concerns about policy...

Disability Welfare in Budget 2026: Key Schemes and Allocation Analysis

Context The Union government plans to launch two new schemes to improve livelihood opportunities and access to assistive technology for persons with disabilities. New Schemes Announced Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana Focus: Training persons with disabilities for “dignified livelihood opportunities” Objective: Skill...

CCUS Technology in India: Opportunities, Challenges and Global Examples

Context In the Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a major scheme to incentivize Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies. Key Features of the Budget 2026 Scheme Financial Outlay: ₹20,000 crore over 5 years. Focus Sectors: Targeted...

Biopharma SHAKTI Scheme Explained: Budget 2026 Healthcare Innovation Push

Context The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a decisive shift in India’s pharmaceutical strategy, signalling a transition from being a low-cost generic producer to a global hub for biopharmaceutical innovation, biologics, and biosimilars. Key Budget 2026–27 Announcements for Biopharma Biopharma SHAKTI(Strategy...

India’s Next Manufacturing Leap: From Make in India to Global Factory

Current Context & Foundation India’s manufacturing sector has regained momentum amid global supply-chain reconfiguration, geopolitical uncertainties, and return of industrial policy worldwide. Firms are actively diversifying away from single-country dependence (China-centric models). Existing policy focus — lowering entry barriers, targeted...

Stray Dogs in India: Why the Issue Is Creating a Growing Social Divide

Context Multiple villages across Telangana reported coordinated mass killings of stray dogs, bringing the issue into administrative, legal, and media focus. Activists and villagers alleged the use of poisoned darts and hired squads, suggesting planned and systematic extermination rather than...

Grammy Awards 2026: Full Winners List, Highlights, and Key Takeaways

The Grammy Awards 2026 marked a spectacular celebration of global musical excellence, innovation, and cultural impact. The 68th edition of music’s most prestigious awards honoured chart-topping hits, critically acclaimed albums, and breakthrough artists across pop, rap, country, R&B, rock, electronic,...