India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter

Source: The post “India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter” has been created based on “India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter” published in “Indian Express” on 29 July 2026. India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Context: India–Australia relations have entered a new phase characterised by concrete outcomes in trade, investment, energy, education,… Continue reading India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter

US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma

Source: The post “US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma” has been created based on “US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma” published in “Indian Express” on 28 July 2026. US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 – Economy Context: U.S.A President Donald Trump has… Continue reading US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma

Chandipura Virus

News: Two children from Rajasthan have died in recent days after testing positive for the Chandipura virus. About Chandipura Virus Chandipura Virus is a virus of the Rhabdoviridae family. It also includes other members such as the lyssavirus that causes rabies. How it is caused: Several species of sandflies, like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus papatasi,… Continue reading Chandipura Virus

CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance 

News: The Central Board of Direct Taxes has released a guidance note on crypto-asset reporting obligations, aligning India’s tax reporting framework with the OECD framework. About CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance  Definition of crypto as per Indian law: India’s income tax law defines a “crypto-asset”  as a digital representation of value that relies on a cryptographically… Continue reading CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance 

Fire Safety as a Critical Component of Urban Governance

Syllabus- GS 1- Urbanization, their problems and their remedies Introduction A series of recent fire incidents in hospitals, hotels, coaching centres, and high-rise buildings has highlighted the growing vulnerability of Indian cities to fire hazards. These incidents reflect deeper structural issues such as rapid and unplanned urbanisation, outdated regulations, and weak enforcement of safety norms.… Continue reading Fire Safety as a Critical Component of Urban Governance

Lipfendra

News: The FDA has approved the first once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor, to lower LDL cholesterol in adults with high cholesterol and certain inherited cholesterol disorders. About Lipfendra  Lipfendra is a once-daily oral tablet and is notable as the first oral medication to block PCSK9, a target previously addressed primarily through injectable therapies. Note: PCSK9 is… Continue reading Lipfendra

Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)

News: UNEP and GEF launched the GCMP to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of both the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and the Minamata Convention on Mercury. About Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP)  The Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) is a worldwide initiative led by theUnited Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Funded by: It… Continue reading Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP) and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)

Principal Purpose Test (PPT)

News: India amended its tax treaty with Sri Lanka to include the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) and prevent treaty abuse. About Principal Purpose Test (PPT) The PPT is an anti-tax avoidance rule in Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs). Features: It allows tax authorities to deny treaty benefits if a main purpose of an arrangement is… Continue reading Principal Purpose Test (PPT)

EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security

Source: The post “EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security” has been created based on “EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security” published in “Indian Express” on 22 July 2026. EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper II – Social Justice Context:… Continue reading EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security

A checklist for a new-age courtroom

Source: The post “A checklist for a new-age courtroom” has been created based on “A checklist for a new-age courtroom” published in “Indian Express” on 22 July 2026. A checklist for a new-age courtroom. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper II – Governance Context: The Supreme Court has released draft regulations for the use of Artificial Intelligence… Continue reading A checklist for a new-age courtroom

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