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A recent study proposes a new Radiative Forcing-based Accounting (RFA) framework, questioning the accuracy of existing methods used to measure global warming impacts.
India’s Project Cheetah at Kuno National Park has shown recovery success through advanced veterinary interventions, highlighting progress in wildlife conservation.
The Delhi government is pushing for a CAG audit of power distribution companies (discoms) amid rising regulatory assets and concerns over financial transparency.
The NASA has unveiled a roadmap for sustained lunar presence alongside the upcoming Artemis II mission, signalling a new phase of space exploration.
The government is planning PM-KUSUM 2.0 with battery energy storage as the existing PM-KUSUM scheme (2019) expires in March 2026.
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has initiated large-scale scientific excavation at the Balirajgarh site to uncover evidence of ancient settlement linked to the Videha Kingdom.
India is witnessing a rapid rise in obesity alongside persistent undernutrition, highlighting the need to redesign its nutrition policy framework.
The ongoing West Asia conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran has disrupted global markets, impacting growth, inflation, and currencies, with significant implications for India.
Global semiconductor and technology supply chains are being disrupted due to a helium shortage triggered by West Asia geopolitical tensions.
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India has intensified its tuberculosis elimination efforts through a 100-day campaign featuring AI-based screening and nutrition support after missing the 2025 target.
France’s G7 Presidency 2026 emphasizes “balance and convergence” amid rising global conflicts, economic imbalances, and calls for renewed multilateralism.
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 was introduced in Lok Sabha, triggering debate over transparency versus excessive executive control over NGOs.
Recent missile strikes linked to Iran targeting Dubai’s infrastructure have sparked debate on the resilience of Dubai’s economic model and regional geopolitics in West Asia.
A recent study by Anthropic highlights that sectors like finance, management, and legal services are most exposed to job disruption due to Artificial Intelligence.
India’s rising judicial pendency and underutilisation of plea bargaining have renewed the demand for a national mission on negotiated justice.
The ongoing West Asia conflict involving Iran has triggered concerns over global oil supply, highlighting the need for India to accelerate its ethanol-blending programme.
The proposed Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill seeks to replace the University Grants Commission but has raised concerns regarding centralisation, autonomy, and commercialization of higher education.
Disruptions in helium supply due to tensions affecting the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns over MRI costs and healthcare infrastructure in India.
India’s forex reserves and rupee stability have recently come under pressure due to global uncertainties like geopolitical conflicts and capital outflows.
India witnessed erratic March 2026 weather patterns, ranging from heatwaves to hailstorms, due to intensified Western Disturbances and atmospheric interactions.
The US President’s threat to strike Iran’s energy infrastructure and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz have escalated the West Asia conflict to a critical stage.
The Indian rupee recently breached 93 per US dollar, hitting a record low due to West Asia conflict, rising crude oil prices, and foreign capital outflows.
The ongoing conflict in West Asia and possible US relaxation of sanctions on Iranian oil may reshape global oil supply, impacting India’s energy security and import strategy.
The Supreme Court of India recently recommended recognition of paternity leave and expanded maternity benefits, strengthening the discourse on gender justice in labour laws.
The World Happiness Report 2026 ranked Afghanistan as the unhappiest country, while highlighting the negative impact of excessive social media use on youth well-being.
The Supreme Court struck down the three-month age limit for maternity leave in adoptions, citing violation of equality under Article 14.
Recent missile attacks on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG facility amid the West Asia conflict have escalated concerns over global energy supply and India’s energy security.
Reports suggest that the U.S. military used AI tools like Claude (by Anthropic) in operations against Iran, raising concerns over AI’s role in modern warfare and global security.
The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 has raised concerns for potentially diluting rights recognized under judicial precedents and existing law.
The Archaeological Survey of India was criticised by the Delhi High Court for delays in surveying encroachments around Tughlakabad Fort.
Escalation of the West Asia conflict involving Iran has raised concerns about a potentially deeper economic impact on India than the Russia–Ukraine war, especially through energy, remittances, and Balance of Payments.
Rising global concerns over the impact of social media on children’s mental health, along with policy moves like Australia raising the minimum age to 16, have reignited debates on regulation and accountability.
A recent debate on India’s GDP estimation methodology (2026 revision) has raised concerns regarding accuracy, especially related to deflators and informal sector measurement.
From 15 March 2026, India mandates accessibility features like audio description and captions in all new films, ensuring inclusion of persons with disabilities.
India’s latest GDP series released by the Ministry of Statistics has raised concerns due to the rising ‘statistical discrepancies’ as a percentage of GDP.
India’s regional navigation system NavIC faced a setback after failure of an atomic clock onboard IRNSS-1F satellite in March 2026, raising concerns over its reliability.
India’s dependence on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) imports has increased significantly, with nearly 60% of the country’s LPG demand now met through imports.
Operational inflexibility of coal-based thermal power plants is causing renewable energy curtailment in India despite rapid growth in solar and wind capacity.
Several schools in Delhi have recently received frequent bomb threat emails (mostly hoaxes), highlighting the vulnerability of educational institutions as soft targets and the growing need for stronger security preparedness.
The Preah Vihear Temple on the Cambodia–Thailand border has again drawn attention after renewed tensions and damage to the UNESCO World Heritage Site during recent military clashes.
The recent US–Israel military strikes on Iran (February 2026) have triggered debates on the economic, human, environmental, and geopolitical costs of modern warfare.
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have net sold Indian equities worth about $5.73 billion in March 2026, leading to capital outflows and depreciation of the Indian rupee.
India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation increased to 3.21% in February 2026, while global geopolitical tensions involving Iran may push energy prices higher in the coming months.
Opposition parties in Parliament are reportedly considering moving a removal motion against the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), an unprecedented step in India’s constitutional history.
Recent developments regarding the linking of India’s oil imports with trade negotiations by the United States have revived debate on the need for Atmanirbharta (strategic self-reliance) to safeguard India’s national security and foreign policy autonomy.
The Supreme Court decision on withdrawal of life support for Harish Rana (March 2026) allowed withdrawal of life-supporting treatment for a patient in a long-term vegetative state, highlighting the legal and procedural framework for passive euthanasia in India.
Recent airstrikes on oil facilities in Tehran during the ongoing West Asia conflict triggered toxic “black rain” caused by atmospheric pollution mixing with rainfall.
Rising protectionism, tariff wars, supply-chain realignments, and geoeconomic rivalries are signalling the decline of cooperative globalisation and the emergence of competitive economic nationalism.
The Opposition has initiated efforts to move a motion to remove the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) over allegations of biased conduct, bringing attention to the constitutional process of impeachment.
The ongoing US–Israel military conflict with Iran in West Asia (2026) and the reported assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader has revived debates on the future of Iran’s Islamic political system and the decline of Islamism globally.
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) recently issued an unconditional apology and withdrew a Class 8 Social Science textbook after the Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of content related to corruption in the judiciary.
Several regions of India witnessed unusually early heatwave-like conditions in March 2026 due to deficient winter rainfall and reduced Western Disturbances.
The escalating US–Israel conflict with Iran in West Asia and its global repercussions have revived debates on the need for India to recalibrate its foreign policy while balancing national interest and core values.
The Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh governments have proposed restricting social media access for minors, sparking debate on digital safety, children’s rights, and regulation of online platforms.
A recent study published in the medical journal The Lancet finds that modern hip replacement implants can last more than 25 years, reflecting major advancements in medical technology and orthopaedic care.
Assemblies of 10 states are set to elect 37 members to the Rajya Sabha on 16 March 2026, highlighting the rules, electoral mathematics and political dynamics of Upper House elections.
The Maharashtra government recently announced a ₹35,000 crore farm loan waiver, reviving the debate on the economic and institutional impact of loan waivers on India’s agricultural credit system.
Escalating geopolitical tensions and missile strikes in West Asia have raised concerns about disruption of key industrial inputs to India beyond the oil and gas sector.
The sinking of the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka on 4 March 2026 has intensified geopolitical tensions and raised concerns over maritime security in the Indian Ocean region.
During the state visit of Finland’s President Alexander Stubb to India (March 2026), India and Finland upgraded their ties to a strategic partnership on digitalisation and sustainability, while emphasising India’s potential role as a global peacemaker.
India continues to remain the largest producer and exporter of rice globally, but concerns regarding water sustainability and export value realisation have triggered debate on the need to rethink India’s rice production and export strategy.
The escalation of conflict in West Asia following missile strikes on Tehran in February 2026 has raised concerns about regional stability, energy security, and the safety of Indian citizens in the Gulf.
The sinking of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena by a US submarine near Sri Lanka’s Exclusive Economic Zone amid the expanding West Asia conflict has triggered debate on the legal framework governing maritime warfare.
RTI data reveals that only 55 out of 98 coal blocks scheduled to be operational by 2025-end are producing coal, highlighting execution bottlenecks in India’s energy expansion strategy.
Escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and disruptions in global energy markets have raised concerns over fertiliser prices and India’s food security.
Israel conducted strikes on Iran following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, triggering geopolitical tensions and debate over India’s diplomatic positioning in West Asia.
Escalating cross-border hostilities between Pakistan and Taliban-led Afghanistan, including airstrikes and military offensives, have intensified instability in the Af-Pak region, raising strategic concerns for India.
Recent US–Israel strikes on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliation against US-linked bases and energy facilities have expanded the conflict theatre across West Asia, raising geopolitical and energy security concerns.
Indian markets fell sharply, the rupee depreciated by 50 paise, and gold prices surged after crude oil prices spiked due to escalating conflict in West Asia and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.
The revision of India’s GDP base year to 2022–23 has reduced nominal GDP estimates, making the Union Government’s fiscal deficit target of 4.3% and the $4 trillion economy milestone more challenging.
The silver jubilee of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) has renewed debate on integrating India’s border regions into the national narrative.
The reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader in a US–Israel strike has escalated tensions in West Asia, raising concerns about regime stability, regional security, global energy markets, and India’s strategic interests.
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