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Key Findings of the Global Risks Report 2026 –Global Risk OutlookImmediate term (2026):• Geoeconomic Confrontation is the most likely global crisis trigger—driven by sanctions, trade controls, tech restrictions, and investment barriers—reflecting weakening multilateralism and rising protectionism.• State-based armed conflicts rank second due to ongoing wars and regional instability.• Extreme weather events and societal polarisation remain […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS On National Startup Day (16 January 2026), the Prime Minister highlighted 10 years of the Startup India Initiative at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.The occasion marked India’s journey from a policy-driven push in 2016 to becoming one of the world’s largest startup ecosystems, aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047. BACKGROUND The Startup India […]

CONTEXT OF THE NEWS India’s logistics costs have declined to 7.97% of GDP.This improvement is strongly linked to the expansion of Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals (GCTs) under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, which focuses on integrated and multimodal infrastructure planning. BACKGROUND India has traditionally faced high logistics costs due to fragmented transport systems […]

Why in News? Data from the Controller General of Accounts indicate severe underutilisation of funds under the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme (PMIS), reflecting weaknesses in the scheme’s design, demand, and implementation barely a year after its launch. What is the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme (PMIS)? About Benefits Internship Duration Eligibility Ineligible Candidates Significance Key Concerns […]

Why in News? US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham announced that President Donald Trump has approved a proposed Russia Sanctions Bill that seeks to impose 500% tariffs on all goods and services imported from countries that continue buying Russian-origin oil, gas, uranium, and petroleum products. Why is the US sanctioning Russian oil?Reasons Status of India’s Oil […]

Why in News? The U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Washington’s announcement that it will take control of Venezuela’s oil sector have sparked global debate. Analysts argue these actions reflect a new “Donroe Doctrine,” signalling an assertive U.S. claim to guardianship in the Western Hemisphere. This shift carries major implications for sovereignty, geopolitics, […]

Context of the News The Supreme Court of India denied bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case by relying on the wide definition of “terrorist act” under Section 15 of the UAPA. This has revived debate on the expanding scope of India’s anti-terror law. Background The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA) was enacted to […]

1. Why in News? The National Investigation Agency (NIA) reported over 92% conviction rate in 2025, along with major successes such as: 2. About the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 4. Legal Framework Governing NIA NIA Act, 2008 2019 Amendment (Key Points) 10. Importance of NIA for Internal Security Strengths Role in National Security 11. Challenges […]

Why in News? In September 2025, Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on branded and patented pharmaceutical imports into the U.S.The decision has raised concerns for India’s pharmaceutical sector, which is deeply integrated with U.S. health-care supply chains. Importance of the U.S. Market for India The U.S. is India’s largest pharmaceutical export destination.India supplies about […]

Why in News The Government of Tamil Nadu has announced the establishment of India’s first Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation at the Anamalai Tiger Reserve in the Western Ghats.This initiative reinforces Tamil Nadu’s position as a national leader in species-specific wildlife conservation. Location and Landscape Coverage Core Location Extended Conservation Landscape This landscape-level conservation […]