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The National Urban Co-operative Finance and Development Corporation Limited (NUCFDC)

Source: News on AirSubject: Polity Context: Union Minister of Home Affairs and Cooperation inaugurated the new office of the National Urban Co-operative Finance and Development Corporation Limited (NUCFDC) in Mumbai. NUCFDC About The National Urban Co-operative Finance and Development Corporation Limited (NUCFDC): What It Is? The National Urban Co-operative Finance and Development Corporation Limited (NUCFDC) …

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Money Bills in India

Source: IESubject: Polity Context: The Rajya Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, increasing the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38 (including the CJI). However, its passage as a Money Bill sparked renewed debate over the executive's use of this route to bypass full legislative scrutiny in …

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Inter-State River Water in India

Source: TOISubject: Polity Context: During the presentation of Tamil Nadu's state budget, Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson asserted that the state government would safeguard its rightful share of inter-state river waters. Inter-State River Water in India About Inter-State River Water in India: What It Is? Inter-state river water refers to water resources from rivers, streams, …

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The Process for Withdrawing / Closing FIRs

Source: IESubject: Polity Context: The Supreme Court clarified that State governments remain free to close or withdraw First Information Reports (FIRs) registered against student protesters during mass agitations, provided they strictly follow procedures prescribed under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The Process for Withdrawing / Closing FIRs About The Process for Withdrawing / Closing …

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Union Minister Resignation and Reappointment

Source: NDTVSubject: Polity Context: Following Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over the entrance examination paper leak controversy, Pralhad Joshi was given additional charge of the Ministry of Education. Union Minister Resignation and Reappointment About Union Minister Resignation and Reappointment: What It Is? A ministerial resignation occurs when a member of the Union Council of Ministers voluntarily steps …

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Fast-Track Courts (FTCs)

Source: IESubject: Polity Context: Prime Minister of India announced the establishment of fast-track courts (FTCs) to deliver swift and stringent justice for offenses related to examination paper leaks. Fast-Track Courts (FTCs) About Fast-Track Courts (FTCs): What They Are? Fast-track courts are special temporary judicial benches established to expedite the trial of specific, high-priority offenses, complex …

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Trial in Absentia

Source: THSubject: Polity Context: A Special NIA Court in Jammu issued a non-bailable warrant against Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed in connection with the Pahalgam terror attack case. The NIA may seek his trial in absentia under Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023. Trial in Absentia About Trial in Absentia: What …

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The Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS)

Source: THSubject: Polity Context: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced that the nationwide rollout of the Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) is on track, with all investigations and trials under the BNS, BNSS, and BSS to be digitally recorded from January 1, 2027. The Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) About The Interoperable Criminal Justice …

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Indian Passport Is Not Proof of Citizenship

Source: NDTVSubject: Polity Context: On the occasion of the 14th Passport Seva Divas, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a structural clarification stating that an Indian passport is primarily a legal travel document and should not be construed as a standalone certificate of citizenship. Indian Passport Is Not Proof of Citizenship About Indian Passport …

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Centre Tightens Norms For Foreign Donations

Source: DHSubject: Polity Context: The Union Home Ministry has heavily tightened the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) rules by introducing separate, predefined activity lists for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) based on their specific categories and operational regions. Centre Tightens Norms For Foreign Donations About Centre Tightens Norms For Foreign Donations: What It Is? It is a …

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Anti-Defection Law

Source: IESubject: Polity Context: Six out of nine Lok Sabha MPs from the Shiv Sena faction are reportedly planning to defect to the rival faction led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister. Anti-Defection Law About Anti-Defection Law: What It Is? The anti-defection law is a comprehensive constitutional framework contained within the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution …

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The National Statistical Commission (NSC)

Source: PIBSubject: Polity Context: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) officially approved the appointment of Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay as Chairperson, along with three prominent domain experts as part-time members of the National Statistical Commission (NSC). The National Statistical Commission (NSC) About The National Statistical Commission (NSC): What It Is? The National Statistical Commission (NSC) …

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The Disqualification of Rajya Sabha Candidature

Source: IESubject: Polity Context: The Rajya Sabha nomination of senior Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan from Madhya Pradesh was officially rejected by the Returning Officer during candidate scrutiny. The Disqualification of Rajya Sabha Candidature About The Disqualification of Rajya Sabha Candidature: What It Is? Disqualification of a Rajya Sabha candidature refers to the statutory rejection of …

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