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1. International Relations: India-US Sanctions and Russia Current Issue: A new U.S. bill empowers the president to levy tariffs of up to 500% on nations purchasing oil or uranium from Russia. Impact on India: India already faces a 25% tariff on certain goods, but this bill provides the US administration with the discretion to increase these penalties significantly. The primary objective of the US is to pressure India to "zero out" its Russian oil imports. Background: This

These are the detailed notes from the daily news analysis for 8th January 2026, based on the editorial and news excerpts provided. 1. Indian Economy: GDP Growth and Trends GDP Growth Forecast: The government has estimated the real GDP growth at 7.4% for the current fiscal year (2025-26). Historical Trends: A review of growth from 2012-13 to the present shows no fixed pattern of consistent increase or decrease; for example, growth was negative during the 2020-21 pandemic

1. Economy, Trade & Regulatory Framework China’s Ban on Dual-Use Goods to Japan China has imposed restrictions on the export of  dual-use goods  to the Japanese military amid rising  trade tensions . What are Dual-Use Goods? Dual-use items include  goods, software, and technologies  that have both  civilian and military applications , such as: Rare earth elements Semiconductors Advanced sensors Drone components 👉 These materials are widely used in  commercial electronics  

Have you ever noticed that some products continue to sell even when their prices rise, while others see an immediate drop in demand? For example, if the price of salt increases, most people still buy the same amount. But if apples become expensive, many of us reduce our purchases. This difference in how consumers respond to price changes is known as  Price Elasticity of demand. It is one of the most important concepts in economics, and it affects businesses, markets, and ev

Political Attitudes Attitude/Ideology Core Stance on Status Quo View on Change Key Emphasis Radical (Far-Left) Extremely discontent. Immediate, profound, revolutionary change. Human equality, fundamental rights. Liberal (Left/Centre-Left) Seeks significant change. Support for change and reform to address inequality. Individual liberty, social justice, government intervention for fairness. Moderate (Centre) Finds little wrong. Reluctance to accept extreme change. Pragmatism

Inter-State rivalry that is fuelling India’s growth Credits : The Hindu Newspaper Editorials What the Editorial Is About The editorial discusses how Google choosing Andhra Pradesh for its biggest AI data centre outside California has sparked a friendly rivalry among States. It uses this moment to show how India has shifted from the old Delhi-controlled system of investment to a new era where States actively compete to attract industries. This State-level competition, the edit

British universities plan to open campuses in India, offering new opportunities but raising concerns about quality, investment, and student

Anticipatory Bail is mentioned in section 482 of BNSS

This term is  officially used  in Indian security and intelligence vocabulary, especially in  Jammu & Kashmir  and  left-wing extremism areas . Meaning: “ Overground workers (OGWs) ” are  non-combatant supporters  of terrorist or insurgent groups. They do not directly engage in violence but  help in logistics, communication, recruitment, propaganda, and intelligence gathering  for terrorist outfits. Examples: People who  arrange safe houses, transportation, or weapons  for mi

09/11/2025 Notes for UPSC Examination: Key Topics and Background Information 1.       Internal Security and Governance: Kuki-Zo Demand for Union Territory (Manipur) Kuki Zo Background Information: Ethnic violence erupted between the tribal Kuki-Zo and Meitei people in Manipur on May 3, 2023. The violence led to the displacement of more than 60,000 people and resulted in around 250 deaths. The Suspension of Operations (SoO) pact, in place since 2