Euthanasia: SC Allows 1st Passive Euthanasia in Harish Rana Case. The Supreme Court (SC), in Harish Rana vs Union of India Case (2026), permitted passive euthanasia by allowing withdrawal of life support, marking the first application of the 2018 Common Cause judgment recognising the right to die with dignity. The Supreme Court of India allowed […]
Tag: 13th Mar 2026
European Free Trade Association : c
European Free Trade Association: In News The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the member states of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has completed two years since its signing. It is an intergovernmental organisation established in 1960 by the Stockholm Convention. Objective is to Promotes free trade and economic integration between […]
No-fault liability principle ordered by the Supreme Court
No-fault liability principle ordered by the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court (SC) has directed the Union Government to formulate a “no-fault” liability compensation policy for those who suffered serious adverse effects or deaths following the Covid-19 vaccination drive. The SC invoked the principle of no-fault liability, ruling that victims or their families are entitled to […]
Peptide Therapy
Peptide Therapy: The growing global interest in peptide-based therapies for treating diseases and enhancing wellness has raised both medical opportunities and safety concerns, prompting experts to call for greater caution and regulation. Peptides are short chains of amino acids, which are the fundamental building blocks of life. They are essentially smaller versions of proteins. While […]
SC Clarifies OBC Creamy Layer Criteria
SC Clarifies OBC Creamy Layer Criteria: The Supreme Court (SC) of India has ruled that parental income alone cannot determine the “creamy layer” status of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) candidates, clarifying long-standing confusion in applying reservation rules in civil services examinations. The judgement resolves confusion created by the 1993 Office Memorandum (OM) of the Department […]
Fiscal Health Index 2026
Fiscal Health Index 2026: NITI Aayog released the second annual edition of the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2026, which evaluates the fiscal performance of Indian states for FY 2023–24. The Fiscal Health Index is a comprehensive framework designed by NITI Aayog to evaluate and compare the fiscal soundness of Indian states. It moves beyond simple […]
2025 seismic code : BIS
2025 seismic code : BIS The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has withdrawn its 2025 seismic code (IS 1893) following concerns raised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). The previous standard, IS 1893 of 2016, is now back in effect. MoHUA raised serious concerns, like huge construction cost escalation, estimated at 10-15% […]
United Nations Security Council (UNSC)
United Nations Security Council (UNSC): India has co-sponsored a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) resolution at the UN Security Council demanding the immediate cessation of Iranian attacks on GCC nations and the Strait of Hormuz.The UNSC is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, charged with the primary responsibility of maintaining international peace […]
New Moth Species in the Eastern Himalayas
New Moth Species in the Eastern Himalayas: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered two new species of lichen moths, Caulocera hollowayi and Asura buxa, in the Eastern Himalayas. Researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered two previously unknown species of lichen moths (order: Lepidoptera) in the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity […]
GI-Tagged Joha Rice
GI-Tagged Joha Rice: India has facilitated the export of 25 metric tonnes of Assam’s GI-tagged Joha rice to the United Kingdom and Italy, expanding access to niche agricultural products in global markets.Joha rice is a short-grain aromatic rice variety known for its distinctive fragrance, soft texture, and traditional cultivation practices.It received Geographical Indication (GI) status […]
