Must Read
Labour reforms: Government fully operationalises four new codes by publishing rules
The Central Government has fully operationalized the four new labour codes by notifying the final rules in the official gazette. These codes consolidate 29 central labour laws into a modern framework, aiming to enhance the ease of doing business while expanding social security and occupational safety for all workers, including unorganized and gig workers.
Read on The HinduDive Into Study Notes
Must ReadIndia conducts flight trial of advanced variant of Agni missile
India successfully conducted a flight trial of an advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology from [APJ Abdul Kalam Island] in Odisha. The MIRV capability allows a single missile to carry multiple nuclear warheads, each programmed to strike different targets separated by significant distances.
Read on The HinduDive Into Study Notes![Illustration about Defence & Strategic Affairs: The [Ministry of Defence] has announced the appointment of Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as India’s third [Chief](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstorage.googleapis.com%2Fprepdose-article-images%2Fdaily-read%2F2026-05-09%2Fsharp-visionary-leader-known-for-quick-decision-making-who-is-lt-gen-n-s-raja-subramani-indias-next-chief-of-defence-staff-dcd04ecd.png&w=1200&q=75)
Must ReadSharp visionary leader known for quick decision-making: Who is Lt Gen N S Raja Subramani, India’s next chief of defence staff
The [Ministry of Defence] has announced the appointment of Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani as India’s third [Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)]. He will succeed General Anil Chauhan, also concurrently serving as Secretary of the [Department of Military Affairs (DMA)].
Read on Indian ExpressDive Into Study Notes![Illustration about Economy: The [Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation] (MoSPI) has directed all states and union territories to trans](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstorage.googleapis.com%2Fprepdose-article-images%2Fdaily-read%2F2026-05-09%2Fstates-told-to-shift-to-new-base-year-for-gsdp-by-end-of-fy27-f8a94610.png&w=1200&q=75)
Must ReadStates told to shift to new base year for GSDP by end of FY27
The [Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation] (MoSPI) has directed all states and union territories to transition their Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) base year from 2011-12 to the newly established 2022-23 base year by the end of the 2026-27 financial year. This aligns regional economic measurement with the updated national GDP framework.
Must ReadA watershed moment in India’s defence posture
The article details 'Operation Sindoor', a military response by India to a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which the author, a former Chief of Air Staff, frames as a paradigm shift in India's strategic posture from 'reactive restraint' to proactive deterrence. It describes integrated, multi-domain strikes against terrorist infrastructure within Pakistan, highlighting the operational synergy between the armed forces and the political mandate for decisive action.
Must ReadThe elephant in India’s data room
An analysis of questions asked in the 17th Lok Sabha reveals that a significant portion sought basic, factual data regarding government schemes and public services, indicating a lack of accessible and standardized data in the public domain. This highlights the urgent need for data standardization across government departments to prevent fiscal leakages, improve policy formulation, and enhance parliamentary accountability.
Must ReadGovernor should be convinced that single largest party can win a majority
The recent Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections have resulted in a fractured mandate, sparking debate over the Governor's role in government formation. The article analyzes the constitutional provisions and landmark Supreme Court judgments that guide a Governor's discretion when no single party secures a clear majority, focusing on whether the single largest party must be automatically invited or if demonstrating a majority is the primary criterion.
Read on The HinduDive Into Study NotesAll caught up!
You've covered today's handpicked stories for your exam prep.