UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Electricity distribution companies (DISCOMs) are facing rising financial pressure because their fixed expenditure is increasing while recovery through fixed charges remains low. A large share of their revenue still depends on electricity consumption. At the same time, rooftop solar, captive generation and open-access power procurement are reducing electricity… Continue reading Why power distribution companies are struggling with fixed costs, falling revenues
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The Challenge for India’s Renewable Surge: Storage
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India is rapidly expanding renewable energy to achieve its climate and clean energy goals. Renewable sources now account for 53% of India’s installed power capacity, with solar power contributing over 150 GW. However, solar and wind energy remain intermittent because generation changes with sunlight and weather conditions. This… Continue reading The Challenge for India’s Renewable Surge: Storage
India needs to snap out of the agricultural subsidy spiral
Source: The post “India needs to snap out of agricultural subsidy spiral” has been created, based on “India needs to snap out of agricultural subsidy spiral” published in “Indian Express” on 18th May 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: India’s agricultural subsidy system has played an important role in ensuring food security, supporting… Continue reading India needs to snap out of the agricultural subsidy spiral
Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn
Source: The post “Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn” has been created, based on “Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn” published in “The Hindu” on 18th May 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: The Arctic region is increasingly becoming important due to climate change, new shipping routes, energy resources and geopolitical… Continue reading Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn
Productivity, not just growth, for Viksit Bharat
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India has maintained strong economic growth with macroeconomic stability in the post-pandemic period. Real GDP growth reached 6.5% in FY2024-25, supported by domestic demand, controlled inflation, fiscal consolidation, and a stable financial sector. However, according to the KPMG report on India’s next growth phase, achieving Viksit Bharat… Continue reading Productivity, not just growth, for Viksit Bharat
Is Multipolarity Dead in the Age of Trump and Xi?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- international relations Introduction The global order after the Cold War first moved towards American dominance and later towards multipolarity with the rise of middle powers and regional groupings. However, recent developments in US-China relations, especially under Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, indicate the return of big power politics. The growing… Continue reading Is Multipolarity Dead in the Age of Trump and Xi?
India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order
Source: The post “India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order” has been created, based on “The Iran war, India’s strategic autonomy challenges” published in “The Hindu” on 16 May 2026. India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International relations Context: India’s strategic autonomy refers to its ability… Continue reading India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order
Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft
Source: The post “Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft” has been created, based on “Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft” published in “The Hindu” on 16 May 2026. Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International relations Context: The boundary between economics and geopolitics has increasingly blurred in the 21st century. Trade,… Continue reading Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft
Capital Flight and Pressure on the Rupee
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India’s external sector is facing rising pressure due to rupee depreciation, increasing oil prices, and capital outflows. The Persian Gulf conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have increased uncertainty in global markets. At the same time, rising LPG prices have affected working-class households and… Continue reading Capital Flight and Pressure on the Rupee
Building a Preventive Health Culture in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Introduction India has significantly improved its healthcare system through advanced hospitals, skilled doctors, and better treatment facilities over the last four decades. However, the country still faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases, delayed diagnosis, and low preventive… Continue reading Building a Preventive Health Culture in India
