Context: Key Measures Announced: Significance:
Flexible Inflation Targeting (FIT) Framework in India
Source: TH Context: Introduced in 2016, FIT provides a forward-looking monetary policy mandate for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to maintain inflation at 4% ± 2%. The current FIT cycle is ending in March 2026; the RBI is reviewing the framework for the next five years (up to 2030–31). Objective: Maintain price stability, protect the poor, encourage savings and investments, and support sustainable economic growth. What Is FIT? The Flexible Inflation Targeting (FIT) framework is India’s modern monetary policy system, introduced in 2016 through amendments to the RBI Act, 1934. It gives the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) a clear, forward-looking mandate to maintain price stability while supporting economic growth. Why Was FIT Introduced? Key Questions in FIT Review Key Considerations for FIT and Macroeconomic Stability
RBI Recognises SRPA as Self-Regulatory Body for Payment System Operators
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has formally recognised the Self-Regulated PSO Association (SRPA) as a self-regulatory organisation (SRO) for the payment system operators (PSO) sector, a key step in strengthening governance, oversight, and compliance in India’s digital payments ecosystem. What is SRPA? The Self-Regulated PSO Association (SRPA) is an industry-led body formed to: SRPA is an industry-led body consisting of major payment system operators, including: More PSOs are expected to join after RBI’s formal approval. Why RBI Granted SRO Status to SRPA? Role of an SRO in the Payments Sector An SRO: India already has SROs for other sectors, such as: SRPA is now the dedicated SRO for payment system operators. What Will SRPA Do Now? According to its leadership, SRPA will: Significance for India’s Digital Payments Ecosystem
Manipur Tribal Body Seeks Removal of ‘Any Kuki Tribes’ (AKT) Category
Source: TH Context: A major tribal organisation in Manipur, Thadou Inpi Manipur, has urged the Central Government and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to remove the “Any Kuki Tribes (AKT)” category from the state’s Scheduled Tribes (ST) list. The demand has gained support from other groups, including the Meitei Alliance and representatives of the Hmar community. What Is “Any Kuki Tribes (AKT)”? Why Is There Opposition to AKT? 1. Lack of Clarity 2. Risk of Misuse 3. Overlap With Existing Tribes 4. Not Meeting Constitutional Criteria 5. Ethnic & Security Concerns
Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
What it is: Key Provisions of the DPDP Act Implementation Timeline
Export Promotion Mission (EPM)
Source: PIB Background: Aim Key Features
ARISE Program
Context: Aim: Climate Investment Funds (CIF) Aim: Key Features of CIF
UNEP Global Cooling Watch 2025
Context: Published by: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) at COP30, Belém, Brazil (2025). Aim: Key Trends Identified Successes Highlighted Limitations Identified UNEP Recommendations
WHO Global Tuberculosis (TB) Report 2025
Source: TH Context: The annual global assessment by the World Health Organization (WHO) on TB trends, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment at global, regional, and national levels. Aim: Global TB Trends (2023–2024) TB Trends in India Initiatives to Reduce TB Global Level: India Level: Challenges to TB Reduction in India Recommendations
Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Successfully Launches NASA’s Escapade Mission
Context: Blue Origin achieved a major milestone by launching its New Glenn rocket for the second time ever and for the first time on a NASA mission. This marks an important step for the company in establishing reliability in the heavy-lift launch market dominated by SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy and United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan. Key Highlights: Successful Launch of New Glenn First NASA Mission for Blue Origin Payload: Rocket Lab-Built Spacecraft Mission Purpose: Studying Mars’ Magnetosphere