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MHA proposes new Chapter K under Article 371 for Ladakh
The [Union Ministry of Home Affairs] (MHA) has proposed a new constitutional provision, Chapter K under [Article 371], to create an elected body with specific legislative powers for the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh. This proposal comes in response to sustained protests by civil society groups, including the [Leh Apex Body] (LAB) and [Kargil Democratic Alliance] (KDA), demanding Statehood, tribal status, and constitutional safeguards following the abrogation of [Article 370] in 2019, which transformed Ladakh into a UT without a legislature.
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Must ReadFront-of-pack labels on packaged food: Supreme Court says it is concerned about health of people
The [Supreme Court of India] has strongly urged the [Food Safety and Standards Authority of India] (FSSAI) to mandate Front-of-Package Warning Labels (FOPL) on ultra-processed foods high in salt, sugar, and fat. Responding to a public interest petition, the Court highlighted the rising public health crisis of obesity and non-communicable diseases, particularly among children, and directed the government to prioritize national health over industry concerns by implementing clear, recognizable warning symbols on food packaging.
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Must ReadUN chief to stress multipolarity, UNSC reforms at BRICS Summit in India
[UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres] is scheduled to address the 18th [BRICS] Summit in New Delhi, India. His speech will focus on the necessity of **multipolarity** and the urgent need to reform multilateral institutions like the [UN Security Council (UNSC)] and the [Bretton Woods system] to reflect contemporary geopolitical realities.
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Must ReadUN nuclear watchdog board reports Iran to UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years
The [International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)] board has reported Iran to the [United Nations Security Council (UNSC)] for the first time in 20 years. This action is due to Iran's failure to cooperate with investigations into undeclared uranium traces and its non-compliance with non-proliferation obligations, amidst escalating regional conflict and severely restricted IAEA access to Iranian nuclear sites.
Must ReadGovt to talk to farmer groups before proceeding with proposed new seed bill
The central government is organizing a final round of consultations with various farmer organizations regarding the proposed new seed bill before introducing it in the upcoming Parliament session. The new legislation aims to replace the existing legal framework with stricter regulations to combat fake seeds, ensure quality control across the supply chain, and protect farmers' rights over traditional seeds.
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Supreme Court notice to Centre on PIL seeking uniform, time-bound probe for child kidnapping cases
The [Supreme Court] has issued notices to the central government, states, and union territories regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that demands a uniform, nationwide mechanism to investigate child kidnapping and abduction cases. The petition highlights systemic failures, such as delays in filing First Information Reports (FIRs) and the lack of specialized procedures, calling for time-bound investigations by senior officers, dedicated fast-track courts, and stricter punitive measures like asset confiscation.
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Must ReadRay of hope: On courts and reflexive arrests
The [Allahabad High Court] quashed the preventive detention of a student activist under the [National Security Act] (NSA), citing severe executive arbitrariness and abuse of power by the district administration in Noida. The court awarded compensation to the activist, noting the detention order was passed 'without application of mind' and warned against the transformation of the state into an 'Orwellian dystopia'.
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Must ReadEx-officials say Census data must be confidential amid concerns over potential NPR, NRC links
The Union government has decided to advance the Population Enumeration phase of Census 2027 in four poll-bound states, alongside introducing new questions similar to the [National Population Register] (NPR). Former Census officials have raised concerns regarding data confidentiality, potential undercounting of migrants, and the historical precedent (from 1951) of Census data being used to prepare the [National Register of Citizens] (NRC).
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Must ReadIndia has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem
The [Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)], following [Supreme Court] directives, has proposed mandatory front-of-pack red warning labels for packaged foods high in fat, salt, or sugar (HFSS). This move aims to combat the rising epidemic of childhood obesity and diabetes in India, as highlighted by the projected 41 million overweight or obese children by 2026.
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Must ReadThe BRICS trade boom has a $226 billion hole for India
According to data analyzed by the [Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI)], India's trade deficit with the expanded [BRICS] grouping has reached a significant $226 billion. While [BRICS] countries now account for 41.5% of India’s total merchandise imports, their share in India’s exports has slightly declined, highlighting a growing imbalance driven primarily by imports from China, the UAE, and Russia.
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