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ECs, CEC appointment: SC dismisses plea seeking recall of its split verdict
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking recall of its split verdict on whether the 2023 law should be referred to a Constitution Bench. The case relates to appointment-related questions involving the Election Commission/CEC and constitutional adjudication.
PolityGS-II: Supreme Court/Constitutional matters; interpretation and reference to larger/Constitution BenchesGS-II: Election Commission—appointment/competence and constitutional/statutory processesHindustan Times · India
The piece discusses the legal controversy around official performance of Vande Mataram and criminal provisions for preventing or disturbing its singing. It highlights the Supreme Court hearing of T.M. Krishna’s challenge and the continued relevance of the Bijoe Emmanuel precedent on conscientious objection.
PolityGS-II: Fundamental Rights—freedom of conscience/religion; reasonable restrictions; role of judiciaryGS-II: Parliamentary/legislative actions; laws relating to national symbols; contempt/insult laws and constitutional validityGS-II: Supreme Court—judicial review; pending cases and guidelinesThe Hindu · Opinion
Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Hardeep Singh Puri launches GOBARdhan Scheme to accelerate development of India’s Compressed Biogas sector
The Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas launched the GOBARdhan scheme to accelerate India’s Compressed Biogas (CBG) sector under a 10-year central framework. The scheme provides assured offtake, stable pricing, capital support, pipeline connectivity, credit support, and an enabling implementation portal and handbook.
EnvironmentGS-III: Renewable energy and clean energy targets; waste-to-energy and bioenergy initiativesGS-III: Government schemes and policies for energy transition and sustainable developmentPIB India
Should the EC take action against those filing forms for mass deletions?
Opinion discusses concerns during Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls over mass filing/acceptance of Form 7 deletion objections, including possible targeting of specific communities. It highlights the legal process EROs must follow under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 and whether EC should act against misuse.
GovernmentGS-II: Functions and responsibilities of the Election Commission of India (ECI); electoral rolls and conduct of electionsGS-II: Issues related to free and fair elections; voter rights and electoral integrityThe Hindu · Opinion
India’s $600 billion food market grows at 7% CAGR, food processing given importance: Official
India’s food market is growing at about 6–7% CAGR, and the government is pushing faster food processing to increase farm value, investment and manufacturing employment. Focus areas include cereals, meat, fruits/vegetables, dairy, fisheries and protein/plant-based innovation.
EconomyGS-III: Food processing and value addition in agricultureGS-III: Employment and manufacturing-linked growthGS-III: Agri-exports and processed food tradeThe Hindu · Business
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code has strengthened credit discipline, improved recovery climate and contributed to ease of doing business: Harsh Malhotra, MoS, Corporate Affairs Ministry
IBBI’s 10th Annual Day was inaugurated by MoS Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra, highlighting how the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code has improved credit discipline and the recovery climate. The address also stressed faster, value-maximising resolutions and adoption of emerging technologies like AI in the IBC ecosystem.
GovernmentGS-II: Statutory bodies—composition and functions of regulatory bodies; issues in insolvency and corporate regulationGS-III: Indian economy—banking/financial sector; corporate insolvency and recovery mechanismsPIB India
MoEFCC Commences Implementation Phase of Special Campaign 6 to Institutionalize Swachhata, Minimize Pendency and Promote Scientific E-Waste Management
MoEFCC has begun the Implementation Phase of Special Campaign 6 (02.10.2026–31.10.2026) to institutionalize cleanliness, reduce pendency in government offices, and strengthen scientific e-waste collection, segregation, and disposal. The campaign is aligned with DARPG guidelines and includes measures for records/space management and disposal of redundant items.
EnvironmentGS-II: Government initiatives for cleanliness/administrative reforms in public service deliveryGS-III: Waste management (including e-waste) and environmental governancePIB India
Government Extends Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products ( RoDTEP) Scheme upto 31st December 2026
The Department of Commerce has extended the RoDTEP scheme until 31 December 2026, continuing duty/tax remission for exports from DTAs, SEZ units, EOUs and Advance Authorisation holders. RoDTEP refunds embedded, un-rebated duties and taxes to support exporters’ competitiveness.
EconomyGS-II: Government schemes and policy interventions for trade/export supportGS-III: Foreign trade policy; export incentives and mechanismsPIB India
Marginalised Yanadi and Chenchu communities in Andhra Pradesh struggle for land
Marginalised Yanadi and Chenchu families in Andhra Pradesh (near Vijayawada) struggle with land insecurity and severe deprivation despite proximity to urban amenities. The report highlights gaps in education, healthcare, livelihoods and basic living conditions.
SocietyGS-II: Welfare of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and vulnerable sections; issues related to land and basic servicesGS-II: Social justice—discrimination, inclusive development, and governance gaps at last-mile levelThe Hindu · National
Massive markup on high-cost drugs: Raids to continue, Karnataka writes to Centre
Karnataka has flagged extreme markups in hospital billing of high-cost medicines, citing large gaps between institutional landing costs and MRP. The state has written to the Union Health Ministry/NPPA seeking action after FSDA found major pricing anomalies in hundreds of drugs.
EconomyGS-II: Regulation of pharmaceuticals/pricing mechanisms; role of regulatory bodiesGS-III: Drugs and pharmaceuticals pricing; market regulation and consumer protectionThe Hindu · National