CURRENT AFFAIRS

Recent incidents of film leaks and piracy—especially involving newly released movies—have once again highlighted the growing menace of digital piracy in India. Authorities have made arrests, blocked numerous links, and initiated legal action, yet piracy continues to thrive due to persistent technological and enforcement challenges.

Farmers across Haryana have launched widespread protests against the introduction of a mandatory biometric verification system in mandis during the Rabi procurement season.v

The governance structure of Puducherry has come into focus due to ongoing debates over the powers of its elected government vis-à-vis the Lieutenant Governor.

The Government of Rajasthan is set to introduce the Rajasthan Litigation Policy 2026, aimed at reducing the volume of cases involving government employees and pensioners.

The Sadhana Saptah 2026 initiative has been highlighted as a key step towards building a future-ready civil services system in India.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition seeking constitutional protection for Orans (sacred groves) in Rajasthan.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has reaffirmed that while government employees do not have a fundamental right to promotion, they do have a fundamental right to be fairly considered for promotion.

The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 has been passed by both Houses of Parliament, marking a major reform in India’s regulatory framework.

Ahead of the freezing of electoral rolls for the April 23 and 29 West Bengal polls, allegations have emerged regarding a sudden surge in Form 6 applications for new voter enrolment.

The Goa government and the Cochin Port Authority have signed agreements to onboard the SAMPANN Platform for pension disbursement.