News: U.S.A recently announced a 100% Ad Valorem Duty on the import of patented pharmaceuticals and associated ingredients from 31st July 2026. About Ad Valorem Duty Ad valorem duty is a tax imposed depending on the monetary value of an item or property. How it is levied: It is levied as a percentage of the assessed value… Continue reading Ad Valorem Duty
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Fresh IBC Amendments: How Govt Looks to Plug Gaps in Insolvency Code
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2026 aims to fix delays and gaps in the insolvency system. The IBC, enacted in 2016, created a time-bound process to resolve stressed companies. Over time, delays, backlog and low recovery reduced its effectiveness. The amendments focus on… Continue reading Fresh IBC Amendments: How Govt Looks to Plug Gaps in Insolvency Code
Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right
Source: The post “Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right” has been created, based on “Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right” published in “Indian Express” on 4 April 2026. Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The right to… Continue reading Right to be Considered for Promotion as a Fundamental Right
US–China Recalibrate Ties: Five Takeaways for India
Source: The post “US–China Recalibrate Ties: Five Takeaways for India” has been created, based on “US–China Recalibrate Ties: Five Takeaways for India” published in “Indian Express” on 4 April 2026. US–China Recalibrate Ties: Five Takeaways for India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: The ongoing recalibration of relations between the U.S.A. and China reflects… Continue reading US–China Recalibrate Ties: Five Takeaways for India
INS Aridhaman
News: India inducted INS Aridaman, its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), strengthening its sea-based nuclear deterrence capabilities. About INS Aridhaman INS Aridhaman is the third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine or Submersible Ship Ballistic Nuclear (SSBN). Commission year: It is being commissioned in 2026. It is part of the strategic weapons programme, falls under the… Continue reading INS Aridhaman
Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy
Source: The post “Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy” has been created, based on “Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy” published in “Indian Express” on 3 April 2026. Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Economy Context: India’s industrial policy has increasingly relied on the Production Linked Incentive Scheme to… Continue reading Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy
Samrat Samprati
News: On Mahavir Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum, dedicated to Jain history and Samprati’s legacy. About Samrat Samprati Samrat Samprati was a Mauryan ruler. He was the son of Kunala and the grandson of Ashoka. Title: He was also known as Indrapalit, Sangat and Vigatashok. Reign: His reign is believed… Continue reading Samrat Samprati
Key Facts about Spain
News: Amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, Spain has closed its airspace to United States military aircraft involved in operations against Iran. Key Facts about Spain Location: Spain is located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. Bordering nations: It shares land borders with France and Andorra (northeast), Portugal (west) and and Gibraltar (South). Bordering water… Continue reading Key Facts about Spain
FCRA Amendment Bill 2026
Source: The post “FCRA Amendment Bill 2026” has been created, based on “FCRA Amendment Bill 2026” published in “Indian Express” on 1 April 2026. FCRA Amendment Bill 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA) regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions and hospitality by associations and NGOs to… Continue reading FCRA Amendment Bill 2026
India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key
Source: The post “India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key” has been created, based on “India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key” published in “Indian Express” on 1 April 2026. India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: India currently… Continue reading India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key
