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India’s rapid urbanisation, population growth, and changing consumption patterns have made solid waste management one of the country’s most pressing environmental and public health challenges. With cities generating mountains of waste every day, the focus of policy and practice is slowly but shifting from only dumping waste in landfills to managing it scientifically, starting at the source.
Tanupriya
Issued Date
10th February 2026
Even after the end of the Cold War, the greatest rivalries of all time have come face-to-face again. With the expiration of the US-Russian nuclear pact on February 5, 2026, which was signed under the name START (Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) in 2010 between US President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, that came into existence in the following year
Issued Date
10th February 2026
Pratibha
India’s educational system today stands at a crossroads - caught between a progressive, inclusive, and gender-sensitive learning and resolute conservative resistance to what is often termed as ‘Western Ideology.’
Issued Date
10th February 2026
Pratibha
Research Papers
Bhabana Chakma
Research Associate
Bhabana Chakma
Research Associate
Bhabana Chakma
Research Associate
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SC Directs WB Government to Assist Election Commission
The Supreme Court has instructed the West Bengal state government to supply 8500 officers to assist the Election Commission in addressing valid voter registration complaints and ensuring fairness in the Voter List process.
Opposition political parties in Parliament are exploring options to formally challenge the Lok Sabha Speaker about allegations of biased behaviour by them.
‘Nudge Campaign' Boosts Tax Compliance with Targeted Messages
Rather than relying on strong words or threats, the "Nudge" Campaign from the Income Tax Department’s has helped improve compliance by sending out well-targeted or uplifting messages to people. More than 1.11 Crores people received these messages, with many (60%) being first-time filers.
Sovereign Cloud Technology Growth | Science and Technology
Global spending on sovereign cloud technology is expected to reach $80 billion in 2026, showing rapid digital expansion.
Governments and critical sectors are investing to ensure data protection and technological independence.
The trend reflects rising focus on data sovereignty and secure cloud infrastructure.
Cyber Fraud and Digital Security Technology | Science and Technology
Authorities pushed for stronger digital monitoring and detection tools to combat rising cyber-enabled financial fraud.
The government is developing data-sharing systems and mule-account detection technology to block fraudulent transactions.
Experts stressed expanding the definition of suspicious transactions for better digital security.
Indo-US Tariff Cut Stokes Farmer Fears| Economy
The Indo-US trade deal is under the spotlight over 0% import tariffs on US goods, especially in agriculture.
Farmer unions warn that the policy move is a betrayal that risks flooding the indian market with American produce, potentially triggering another large-scale farmer protest,
challenging the government.
Diabetes Diagnosis Study | Science and Technology
A medical study reported that HbA1c tests may mislead diabetes diagnosis in India due to widespread anemia and blood disorders.
Experts recommended combining glucose tests and continuous monitoring for more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Scientists warned relying only on HbA1c could delay detection and increase complications.
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