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Maternity Leave For Adoptive Mothers, Major Legal Findings

Context The Supreme Court has delivered a landmark judgment removing the age restriction on maternity leave for adoptive mothers. The ruling affirms principles of equality, dignity, and reproductive autonomy under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution. The Court struck...

Kashmiri Silk Carpets: Handmade Luxury Rugs from Kashmir

Context: The ongoing Iran-U.S.-Israel conflict has sent tremors through the craft clusters of Srinagar. Historical Connections between Kashmiri and Iranian Carpets The relationship between Kashmiri and Iranian carpets dates back centuries, solidified through trade and imperial patronage. Mughal Era (16th...

India’s Food Aid To Afghanistan and its Significance

Context: Amid a deepening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan due to conflict, economic collapse and natural disasters, India has continued food and humanitarian assistance, reinforcing its role as a responsible regional power. Crisis Afghanistan is Facing Severe Food Insecurity: A large...

MC Mehta’s Legacy In Environmental Jurispendence

Context: Nearly four decades after veteran lawyer M.C. Mehta filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on vehicular pollution, the Supreme Court has officially closed the case. Timeline of Landmark Interventions The Foundation: Absolute Liability (1984–1986) 1984: Spurred by the Bhopal...

NTPC Eyes Imported PWR Tech for Nuclear Fleet

Context: India is accelerating its nuclear energy programme to achieve 100 GWe by 2047, with NTPC planning a major expansion using a mix of indigenous PHWRs and imported PWR technologies. India’s Nuclear Energy Push 100 GWe Target by 2047: India...

India-China Trade Relations, Border Disputes, Related Concerns

Context: India and China have decided to resume border trade through Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand) from June 2026 after a 7-year suspension (since 2019–20) due to COVID-19 and border tensions. About Lipulekh Pass Location: Situated in Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, at the tri-junction...

Digital Arrest Scams, Key Measures and Institutional Mechanism

Context: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has directed WhatsApp to introduce new safeguards to curb rising “digital arrest” scams, where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials to extort money. What are Digital Arrest Scams? Impersonation...

World Meteorological Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance and Global Importance

World Meteorological Day 2026 is observed on March 23 across the globe to highlight the crucial role of weather, climate, and water in sustaining life on Earth. The day brings attention to the importance of meteorological science in disaster management,...

Water Governance in India, Current Crisis and Solutions

Context: As groundwater depletion reaches critical levels and climate change alters monsoon patterns, a recent analysis proposes a shift in how India manages its most vital resource. Current Crisis of Water Governance in India Supply-Demand Mismatch: Despite being home to...

World Bear Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Significance and Key Facts

World Bear Day 2026 is observed on March 23 every year to raise awareness about the conservation of bears across the globe. From the Arctic’s polar bears to the tropical forests inhabited by sun bears, this day highlights the urgent...