The Hindu Editorial (Tourism and trade) – Apr 13, 2026

To read this article, click  “The Hindu”.

This preview is provided here with permission.

Courtesy: The Hindu

The Hindu Editorial (Tourism and trade) – Apr 13, 2026:

1. Great Nicobar Island (GNI) (noun) – the southernmost island of the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago in India, recognized for its rich ecological diversity and native tribal populations; Nicobar territory/archipelago.
2. mega-infrastructure (noun) – extremely large-scale, high-cost public or private construction projects aimed at transforming regions; large-scale public projects.
3. consensus (noun) – a general agreement among different stakeholders or groups; agreement, concurrence, unanimity.
4. vital (adjective) – absolutely necessary or important for a specific outcome; essential, crucial, critical, imperative.
5. leverage (verb) – to use something to its maximum advantage; utilize, exploit, capitalize on, make the most of.
6. strategic (adjective) – relating to the gaining of long-term military, economic, or political advantage; calculated, planned.
7. holistic (adjective) – characterized by treating the whole of something rather than merely dealing with its individual parts; comprehensive, integrated, all-inclusive, complete.
8. development (noun) – growth, expansion, progress, advancement.
9. build up (phrasal verb) – develop, expand, grow.
10. gather speed (phrase) – to move or progress faster; accelerate, quicken, speed up, gain momentum.
11. even as (phrase) – at the very same time that something else is happening; while, whilst, simultaneously, at the same time.
12. concern (noun) – worry, apprehension, issue, anxiety.
13. ecology (noun) – the relationship between living organisms and their physical surroundings in a particular area; environment, nature, biosphere, ecosystem.
14. right (noun) – a moral or legal entitlement belonging to a person or community; entitlement, privilege, prerogative.
15. Nicobarese (noun) – the indigenous communities native to the Nicobar Islands.
16. Shompen (noun) – a particularly vulnerable, indigenous forest-dwelling tribal community living in the deep interiors of Great Nicobar Island.
17. indigenous (adjective) – originating or occurring naturally in a particular geographical place; native, aboriginal, original, local.
18. administration (noun) – government, authorities, bureaucracy, regime.
19. draft (noun) – a preliminary version of a policy, document, or plan; preliminary version, rough sketch, outline, blueprint.
20. International Container Transhipment Port (ICTP) (noun) – a proposed major maritime infrastructure initiative at Galathea Bay, designed to handle immense cargo capacities and serve as a crucial hub for international shipping.
21. Galathea Bay (proper noun) – an ecologically fragile coastal region and inlet on the southeastern coast of Great Nicobar Island, known as a critical nesting site for endangered giant leatherback turtles and the proposed site for the massive International Container Transhipment Port (ICTP).
22. envision (verb) –  conceptualize, imagine, picture, foresee.
23. pristine (adjective) – in its original, untouched condition; immaculate, unspoiled, perfect, pure.
24. unspoilt (adjective) – untouched, natural, preserved, intact.
25. environment (noun) – the natural world or the physical surroundings in a specific geographical area; surroundings, nature, ecosystem, habitat.
26. outline (verb) – indicate, summarize, draft, give a rough idea of.
27. adventure (noun) – escapade, expedition, thrill.
28. biodiversity (noun) – the rich variety of plant and animal life thriving in a particular habitat or ecosystem; biological diversity, flora and fauna, wildlife variety, ecological richness.
29. amusement park (noun) – a commercially operated park with rides, games, and entertainment attractions; theme park, entertainment park.
30. along with (phrase) – in addition to someone or something else; together with, accompanying, besides, coupled with.
31. social infrastructure (noun) – fundamental facilities and systems that support the community, such as healthcare, housing, and education; civic facilities, public amenities, community infrastructure.
32. livelihood (noun) – a means of securing the necessities of life and generating income; income, living, sustenance, source of income.
33. projected (adjective) – forecast, estimated, predicted, expected.
34. by which time (phrase) – at the point in the future when a previously mentioned event occurs; when, at that moment, upon which, then.
35. inflow (noun) – a large influx of money, people, or resources into a specific place; influx, entry, arrival.
36. allied (adjective) – associated, related, connected, affiliated.
37. transformation (noun) – change, alteration, modification, metamorphosis, overhaul.
38. aid (verb) –  assist, support, facilitate, promote.
39. strategic importance (noun) – the crucial value of a location or project in achieving long-term geopolitical or military objectives; geopolitical significance.
40. Malacca Strait (noun) – a narrow, highly critical global shipping lane situated between the Malay Peninsula and the Indonesian island of Sumatra, essential for international maritime trade.
41. strait (noun) – a naturally formed, narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water, often holding significant strategic and commercial value; channel, sea passage, waterway.
42. sought past tense of seek (verb) – attempt to find, obtain, or ask for something; ask for, request.
43. public (noun/adjective) – ordinary people in general forming a society or community; citizens, population, community, society.
44. suggestions and objections (phrase) – formal feedback, inputs, or complaints invited from citizens regarding a proposed government policy; feedback, comments.
45. suggestion (noun) – recommendation, advice.
46. objection (noun) – complaint, grievance, opposition.
47. unclear (adjective) – uncertain, vague, obscure, ambiguous.
48. window (noun) – a brief period or opportunity for doing or achieving something; opportunity, opening, chance, timeframe.
49. given (preposition) – taking into account; considering, bearing in mind, in view of, taking into consideration.
50. make way for (phrase) –  accommodate, clear a path for, step aside for, yield to.
51. seemingly (adverb) – apparently, outwardly, ostensibly, supposedly.
52. contradict (verb) – to conflict with, challenge, or go against; oppose, counter, dispute.
53. with regard to (phrase) – concerning or in respect of; regarding, respecting, relating to.
54. renewed (adjective) – restarted, revived, restored, re-established.
55. clearance (noun) –  permission, authorization, consent, approval.
56. allege (verb) – claim, assert, charge, accuse.
57. settle (verb) – resolve, clear up, sort out, conclude.
58. National Green Tribunal (noun) – a specialized judicial tribunal established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 in India, tasked with the swift and effective disposal of cases related to environmental protection and the conservation of forests.
59. set aside (phrasal verb) – dismiss, reject, rule against, annul, overrule, quash.
60. cite (verb) – quote, refer to, point to, mention.
61. challenge (noun) – objection, opposition, dispute, protest.
62. naval (adjective) – maritime, sea-based, nautical, fleet.
63. merit (noun) – worth, value, justification, validity.
64. irreversibly (adverb) – permanently, irreparably, irrevocably, unalterably.
65. demography (noun) – the statistical characteristics and composition of a population in a specific area; population structure, demographic profile, population dynamics.
66. prudent (adjective) – acting with careful consideration and thought for the future; wise, sensible, cautious, judicious.

Note:

1. Definitions (elementary level) & Synonyms provided for the words above are our personal work. Tentative definitions/meanings are provided for study purposes only and they may vary in a different context. 

2. This word list is for personal use only. Reproduction in any format and/or Commercial use of it is/are strictly prohibited.

To download daily word list PDFs, click HERE