UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- e-Governance And Gs Paper 3– Science and technology Introduction The Union Ministry of Home Affairs directed GitHub to remove repositories hosting BitChat, a decentralised Bluetooth-based messaging application developed by Jack Dorsey. The order cited concerns related to public order, national security and law enforcement. Critics argued that the government relied… Continue reading BitChat and its Blocking by India
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Why is China’s AI Push Gaining Ground?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – international relations And Gs paper 3- science and technology Introduction China has rapidly emerged as a strong competitor in the global artificial intelligence (AI) race. Despite restrictions on advanced chips, it has narrowed the gap with the United States by focusing on open-source AI models, cost-efficient innovation, strong government… Continue reading Why is China’s AI Push Gaining Ground?
Missing the Second Demographic Bonus
Source: The post “Missing: Second demographic bonus” has been created based on “Missing: Second demographic bonus” published in “New Indian Express” on 27th July 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3 – Economy Context: India is experiencing a demographic dividend as the share of its working-age population continues to rise. However, household savings have declined to their lowest… Continue reading Missing the Second Demographic Bonus
India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story
Source: The post “India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story” has been created based on “Factory reset” published in “Business Line” on 27th July 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3 – Economy Context: India’s mobile phone manufacturing sector has witnessed remarkable growth under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. However, domestic value addition has remained low because most high-value… Continue reading India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story
India’s Prudent Tax Administration
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India’s tax administration has evolved from ancient principles of public revenue to a modern, technology-driven and information-based system. Continuous tax reforms have simplified laws, improved transparency and strengthened compliance. The Income-tax Act, 2025, which came into force from FY 2026–27, marks a significant milestone by… Continue reading India’s Prudent Tax Administration
India’s Foreign Policy Must Look Seaward
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Introduction India has emerged as one of the world’s largest suppliers of seafarers, with about 3.2 lakh seafarers (June 2025) and over 12% of the global workforce. However, Indian seafarers work across multiple countries, legal… Continue reading India’s Foreign Policy Must Look Seaward
India’s Move Towards Polymer Currency
Syllabus- GS 2/GS 3- Government policies and interventions for development/Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources Introduction The Reserve Bank of India, through its note-printing subsidiary Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Pvt. Ltd. (BRBNMPL), has floated a global Expression of Interest (EOI) for procuring Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) substrate embedded with advanced… Continue reading India’s Move Towards Polymer Currency
Fire Safety as a Critical Component of Urban Governance
Syllabus- GS 1- Urbanization, their problems and their remedies Introduction A series of recent fire incidents in hospitals, hotels, coaching centres, and high-rise buildings has highlighted the growing vulnerability of Indian cities to fire hazards. These incidents reflect deeper structural issues such as rapid and unplanned urbanisation, outdated regulations, and weak enforcement of safety norms.… Continue reading Fire Safety as a Critical Component of Urban Governance
Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme
Source: The post “Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme” has been created based on “Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme” published in “Business Line” on 24 July 2026. Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: The Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] Deposit Scheme aims to attract NRI dollar deposits, strengthen India’s foreign exchange reserves,… Continue reading Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme
The right to protest and the limits of police power
Source: The post “The right to protest and the limits of police power” has been created based on “The right to protest and the limits of police power” published in “The Hindu ” on 24 July 2026. The right to protest and the limits of police power. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: The right to… Continue reading The right to protest and the limits of police power
