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Climate Adaptation Through Water Security and Governance

The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 30) held in Belém, Brazil, in November 2025 marked a turning point in global climate adaptation. For the first time,...

 March 17, 2026

Menstrual Leave Debate and Women’s Workforce Participation

Recent discussions in India have focused on the proposal for menstrual leave for women workers and students. On 13 March 2026, the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice...

 March 17, 2026

Right To Die And Withdrawal Of Life Support

In 2026, the Supreme Court of India allowed the withdrawal of life support from Harish Rana, a patient in a Persistent Vegetative State (PVS) for 13 years. This...

 March 17, 2026

US Tariff Investigations Impacting India’s Trade Relations

Recent developments in 2026 reveal that the United States has launched two major investigations targeting India and other countries. These probes aim to examine if certain trade practices...

 March 17, 2026

CSIR-NCL Develops Dimethyl Ether Fuel Technology

Amid concerns over LPG supply disruptions, scientists at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) have developed a patent-protected process to produce Dimethyl Ether (DME)...

 March 17, 2026

Rajasthan Property Transfer Restrictions In Disturbed Areas

The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly passed the Prohibition of Transfer of Immovable Property in Disturbed Areas Bill in March 2026. The law aims to regulate property transactions in areas...

 March 17, 2026

India’s Energy Security Challenges And Strategic Responses

India’s energy security has become a critical issue by 2026. The country depends heavily on imported oil and gas, with imports nearing 90 per cent of its requirements....

 March 17, 2026

India’s Fertiliser Sector Challenges and Strategic Reforms

Recent tensions in the Gulf region have exposed India’s vulnerability in energy and fertiliser supplies. The ongoing war between Iran, Israel, and the US threatens vital maritime routes...

 March 17, 2026

Urban Unemployment Falls to 6.6% in February 2026

The urban unemployment rate in India declined to 6.6 per cent in February 2026 from 7.0 per cent in January, reflecting a modest improvement in labour market conditions....

 March 17, 2026

FASTag Annual Pass Rate Revision 2026-27 Explained

The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) has revised the FASTag Annual Pass rate for 2026-27. From April 1, non-commercial vehicle users must pay Rs. 3075, up from...

 March 17, 2026

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