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Are courts precluded from granting fair, just compensation in nuclear accident: SC asks Centre
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre to clarify whether the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025, which caps private operator liability at ₹3,000 crore in nuclear accidents, precludes courts from awarding higher compensation. The Court is also examining potential conflicts of interest in the appointment process for the [Atomic Energy Regulatory Body] (AERB) under the Act.
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Must ReadGovt in talks with banks to cut Kisan Credit Card interest subvention by 50 basis points
The government is considering reducing the **interest subvention** (financial subsidy) it provides to banks under the [Modified Interest Subvention Scheme] (MISS) for the [Kisan Credit Card] (KCC) scheme by 50 basis points. This move is prompted by a series of repo rate cuts by the [Reserve Bank of India] (RBI), which have lowered the cost of funds for banks.
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Must ReadCJI flags ‘misuse’ of live-streamed court proceedings on social media
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) has raised alarms over the misuse and commercial exploitation of live-streamed court proceedings on social media. The [Supreme Court] had earlier issued an interim order barring unauthorized dissemination and monetization of these clips, citing instances where remarks were taken out of context to mislead the public.
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Must ReadU.S. to tell partners they must pick sides in AI race with China
The United States is reportedly preparing to formally warn partner nations against simultaneously joining U.S. and Chinese-led artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, demanding they choose sides.
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Must ReadIndia Q1 GDP growth seen at 7.3% as consumption, capex cushion Iran war shock: ET poll
An Economic Times poll of economists projects India's GDP growth for Q1 of the current fiscal year to be around 7.3%, driven by strong domestic consumption and capital expenditure. This growth comes despite concerns over the potential negative impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, highlighting the resilience of the Indian economy.
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Must ReadPresident Murmu gives assent to Bill to rename Kerala as Keralam
President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to the [Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026], officially renaming the state from Kerala to Keralam. This legislative process followed a unanimous resolution passed by the Kerala Legislative Assembly in 2024 and subsequent approval by both houses of Parliament, effectuating a change in the [First Schedule] of the Constitution under [Article 3].
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Must ReadIndia’s democracy needs different electoral rhythms
The concept of 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) proposes synchronizing the electoral cycles of the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. Critics argue this move, while potentially saving costs and reducing governance interruptions, fundamentally undermines the parliamentary system and threatens the federal structure of the Indian Constitution.
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Must ReadMonsoon Session ends in near washout as disruptions stall Parliament
The Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded with extremely low productivity rates (19% in [Lok Sabha] and 39% in [Rajya Sabha]), marked by continuous disruptions and an impasse between the government and the Opposition. Despite passing 12 Bills, including the [Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026], the session saw minimal debate and legislative scrutiny, raising critical concerns about the functioning of India's parliamentary democracy.
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ImportantIndia is losing West Asia, but it is not too late
The editorial raises concerns about India's seemingly diminishing influence and lack of a coherent strategy in West Asia, a region currently undergoing significant security and political transformations. It contrasts the current ambiguity with India's past successes in the region, such as strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia, participating in the [I2U2] initiative, and securing the [Chabahar Port] lease from Iran.
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ImportantUnited and free: on the Prime Minister’s Independence Day speech
The editorial analyses Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech, highlighting promises of skill training, free coaching, and technological advancement, while critiquing the rhetoric surrounding 'dimagi naxals' (intellectual Naxals) and the need for a more unified, inclusive approach to national development. It underscores the challenges of a massive youth demographic entering a workforce disrupted by technology.
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