Source: The post “Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project” has been created based on “Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project”, published in “The Hindu” on 09th June 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: The Great Nicobar Island Development Project includes a transshipment port, international airport, power plant and township. While it is being… Continue reading Strategic afterthought: On the Great Nicobar project
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Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs
Source: The post “Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs” has been created based on “Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs”, published in “Indian Express” on 09th June 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Indian Economy Context: India has signed multiple FTAs to increase exports, attract investments and integrate with global value chains. However,… Continue reading Four challenges that demand attention in India’s FTAs
The Trust Deficit in India–Bangladesh Ties
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction More than 100 days have passed since the Tarique Rahman government took office in Bangladesh. Many expected India–Bangladesh relations to improve after the political transition. However, ties remain largely unchanged from the difficult period of the interim government. Diplomatic contacts have resumed, but a trust deficit continues… Continue reading The Trust Deficit in India–Bangladesh Ties
The Oman CEPA, a new gateway for India’s exports
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relation Introduction The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which entered into force on 1 June 2026, marks a major step in strengthening economic ties between the two countries. Building on centuries-old trade and maritime relations, the agreement provides a comprehensive framework covering trade, services, investment, mobility and regulatory… Continue reading The Oman CEPA, a new gateway for India’s exports
India-Thailand ties – A civilisational partnership for changing times
Source: The post “India-Thailand ties – A civilisational partnership for changing times” has been created based on “India-Thailand ties – A civilisational partnership for changing times”, published in “Indian Express” on 08th June 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2 -International Relations Context: India and Thailand share a long-standing relationship based on civilisational, cultural, religious and maritime connections… Continue reading India-Thailand ties – A civilisational partnership for changing times
How ICMR is rewiring the health ecosystem
Source: The post “How ICMR is rewiring the health ecosystem” has been created based on “How ICMR is rewiring the health ecosystem”, published in “The Hindu” on 08th June 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: India aims to achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, which requires a health system that is anticipatory, equitable, innovative… Continue reading How ICMR is rewiring the health ecosystem
How Urban Water Systems Fail, What Needs to Change
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Safe drinking water remains a major urban challenge despite expanding water infrastructure. More than 4 billion people living in low- and middle-income countries lack access to safe drinking water. Rapid urbanisation, ageing pipelines, intermittent water supply, inadequate sewage management, fragmented governance, and weak monitoring systems increase contamination risks.… Continue reading How Urban Water Systems Fail, What Needs to Change
From Borderland to India’s Strategic Resource Frontier
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India’s Northeast is witnessing a major shift in its strategic importance. For decades, it was viewed mainly through the lens of border security, insurgency management, and connectivity. Today, growing interest in critical minerals, infrastructure development, investment opportunities, and trans-border engagement is reshaping this perception. As… Continue reading From Borderland to India’s Strategic Resource Frontier
4 Years of Jan Samarth Portal
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States and the performance of these schemes Introduction Launched on 6 June 2022, the Jan Samarth Portal is India’s first unified digital platform for credit-linked government schemes. It was introduced to simplify access to institutional finance by connecting… Continue reading 4 Years of Jan Samarth Portal
Internationalisation of Higher Education
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Introduction Internationalisation of higher education refers to the integration of global and intercultural dimensions into higher education. It promotes student and faculty mobility, international academic collaborations, foreign university campuses, and recognition of degrees and credits across countries. Under… Continue reading Internationalisation of Higher Education
