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Why has Parliament increased the number of Supreme Court judges? | Explained
The [Lok Sabha] has passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, aiming to increase the sanctioned strength of the [Supreme Court of India] from 34 to 38 judges, including the [Chief Justice of India]. This bill replaces a previously promulgated ordinance and now awaits approval in the [Rajya Sabha].
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The [Supreme Court of India] has ruled that its The note refers to a February 2014 or 2024 order; however, the foundational pan-India mining ban within 1 km was reinforced in June 2022 and clarified in April 2023. prohibiting mining within a 1 km radius (safety zone) and regulating activities within the 10 km default Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) as per the T.N.
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Taxation laws amendment bill tabled in Lok Sabha: What the new tax bill changes for foreign investors
The government has introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in the [Lok Sabha] to replace a June ordinance. The Bill aims to boost foreign capital inflows by providing tax exemptions to [Foreign Portfolio Investors] (FPIs) on income from government securities, relaxing eligibility for offshore funds, and offering incentives for electronic component storage and rough diamond trading.
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The Rajya Sabha has passed a bill amending the [Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006] to address the chronic issue of delayed payments to MSMEs. The amendments aim to strengthen the administrative and legal framework, introducing provisions for mandatory deposits during legal challenges and facilitating recovery through state revenue mechanisms.
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The [Central Board of Direct Taxes] (CBDT) has issued revised guidelines updating the compliance framework for Reporting Financial Institutions (RFIs) to include digital finance entities. This rejig mandates tighter scrutiny, especially for high-value accounts over $1 million, to meet India's commitments under the [Automatic Exchange of Information] (AEOI) framework, aiming to enhance tax transparency and bridge information gaps in the reporting of digital assets and crypto-transactions in the digital era.
Must ReadParliament Monsoon Session Day 12 updates: Lok Sabha passes Appropriation (No. 3) Bill, 2026; RS passes Births and Deaths Registration Bill
The ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament witnessed the passage of key legislations amidst continuous Opposition protests and adjournments. The Lok Sabha passed an Appropriation Bill by voice vote, while the Rajya Sabha cleared the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill.
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The strategic importance of critical minerals (such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements) is escalating as global economies transition towards decarbonisation and advanced technologies. The article highlights the geopolitical vulnerabilities arising from the concentrated supply chains of these minerals, particularly China's dominance in processing.
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The intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cyber threats is creating a deeply complex global security challenge, shifting from operational efficiency to potentially reshaping power dynamics. Advanced 'Agentic' AI, operating autonomously, threatens legacy cybersecurity protocols and introduces asymmetric capabilities in modern warfare, highlighting the urgent need for robust global governance and oversight.
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The Lok Sabha has passed the [Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026] without substantial debate, further amending the foundational [Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969]. Building on the 2023 amendment which made birth certificates near-mandatory for key services, this bill mandates that birth or death registrations delayed by more than two years must now be verified and ordered by a judicial magistrate, shifting the power away from executive magistrates.
Must ReadKerala faces deadly landslides amid intensifying monsoon rains | Explained
Catastrophic landslides have become a recurring monsoonal phenomenon in Kerala, particularly in the foothills of the Western Ghats. Recently, a devastating landslide in Wayanad claimed over 230 lives, highlighting the state's extreme vulnerability.
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