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Japan’s Shift in Arms Export Policy: Key Changes and Global Impact

Context: Japan has removed its long-standing ban on exporting lethal weapons amid rising regional threats and global security demands. Japan’s Shift in Arms Export Policy End of Export Restrictions: Japan is allowing the sale of advanced weapons like warships, missiles...

International Law Framework: Peacetime vs Wartime Laws Explained

Context: The legality of the U.S. seizure of an Iranian ship (Touska) depends on whether the situation is treated as peacetime (ceasefire) or wartime (ongoing armed conflict), since different international legal regimes apply. More about the News U.S. Position (Wartime...

Indian Railways Closed-Door Non-AC Trains: Safety Features and Impact

Context Indian Railways has introduced a non-AC suburban train with automatic door-closing features for trial in the Mumbai Suburban Railway network, aiming to enhance safety & reduce fatalities. Electric Multiple Unit: An EMU is an electric train in which multiple...

Dependence of Grazing Communities on Forests in National Parks: Issues and Solutions

Context: The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL), chaired by the Union Environment Minister, has directed the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) to conduct a comprehensive study on the dependence of pastoralist and nomadic communities on forests...

Kshatriyaisation in Contemporary India: Meaning, Process and Social Impact

Context: Rising celebration of warrior icons like Maharaja Suheldev,  Ahilyabai Holkar, Rani Velu Nachiyar, Rani Durgavati, among others, are being highlighted in public discourse to emphasise regional and martial histories. What is the Issue? Identity construction: Diverse caste groups are...

Strengthening India’s Food Processing Ecosystem: Policies, Challenges and Growth

Context: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries has reported that the Production-Linked Incentive Scheme (PLISFPI) has significantly outperformed its targets, creating 3.39 lakh jobs against a goal of 2.5 lakh by 2026. Factsheet Economic Contribution: The Gross Value Added (GVA)...

Security Shift After Pahalgam Attack: Implications and Policy Response

Context: The 2025 Pahalgam terror attack targeting tourists marked a major shift in terrorism patterns, exposing gaps in security assumptions and forcing a systemic overhaul of the security grid in Jammu & Kashmir. Change in Terrorist Strategy Shift from Urban...

Ethanol 85 (E85): Composition, Benefits and Use in Flex-Fuel Vehicles

Context: Amid geopolitical vulnerabilities in West Asia, the Indian government is set to notify draft regulations for Ethanol 85 (E85), a high-blend alternative fuel expected to roll out within the next two years. About Ethanol 85 (E85) Fuel Ethanol 85...

India–South Korea Bilateral Meeting: Key Outcomes and Strategic Cooperation

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Lee Jae Myung held talks to upgrade the India–South Korea Partnership. Key Agreements of the India–South Korea Bilateral Meeting Trade Expansion Target: Both countries aim to increase bilateral trade from ~$27 billion to...

Indo–Sri Lanka Accord 1987: Background, Provisions and Impact

Context: Sri Lanka’s Tamil parties have urged India to ensure full implementation of the Indo–Sri Lanka Accord (1987), stating that its spirit remains unfulfilled even today. More about the News: Tamil leaders argue that, despite decades, meaningful power-sharing has not...