UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Introduction India is gradually moving from importing technology to developing it through public research institutions, corporate R&D and deep-tech startups. Rising patent activity, indigenous technologies in semiconductors, communications, space and healthcare, and growing private R&D show this shift.… Continue reading A Homegrown Innovation Ecosystem is Taking Root
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Orangutans in Odisha: Does India have to repatriate the primates? What law says
Source: The post “Orangutans in Odisha: Does India have to repatriate the primates? What law says” has been created based on “Orangutans in Odisha: Does India have to repatriate the primates? What law says” published in “Indian Express” on 19 September 2026. Orangutans in Odisha: Does India have to repatriate the primates? What law says.… Continue reading Orangutans in Odisha: Does India have to repatriate the primates? What law says
U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade
Source: The post “U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade” has been created based on “U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade” published in “Indian Express” on 19 September 2026. U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-International Relations Context: The U.S.A House of… Continue reading U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade
Uniform Civil Code Debate
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) seeks common civil laws for citizens in matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance and adoption. Article 44 of the Constitution, under the Directive Principles of State Policy, directs the State to endeavour to secure a common civil code for citizens throughout… Continue reading Uniform Civil Code Debate
A War Room for India in an Age of Sanctions
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction: A War Room for India in an Age of Sanctions Economic sanctions are no longer limited to foreign policy; they can affect banks, shipping, energy supplies, trade and households. The latest U.S. sanctions and tariff measures show how India’s dependence on global financial and maritime networks can… Continue reading A War Room for India in an Age of Sanctions
Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most?
Source: The post “Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most?” has been created based on “Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most?” published in “The Hindu” on 18 September 2026. Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to… Continue reading Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most?
Government health schemes at a crossroads
Source: The post “Government health schemes at a crossroads” has been created based on “Government health schemes at a crossroads” published in “Business Line” on 18 September 2026. Government health schemes at a crossroads. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has provided healthcare security to serving and retired government employees and… Continue reading Government health schemes at a crossroads
What Lies Beyond India’s E20 Push
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s E20 programme seeks to reduce crude oil dependence, emissions and foreign exchange outgo through greater ethanol use. However, lower fuel efficiency can increase consumer costs and emissions, while diverting sugarcane and maize towards ethanol can affect food security and agricultural trade. With the government now considering blending… Continue reading What Lies Beyond India’s E20 Push
Mining Amendment is Unfair to States
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Introduction Mining is concentrated in States such as Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Karnataka, which bear both the benefits and costs of extraction. The MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 seeks predictable taxation… Continue reading Mining Amendment is Unfair to States
UPI Fee: Small Price, Smart Call, Smooth Going
Source: The post “UPI Fee: Small Price, Smart Call, Smooth Going” has been created based on “UPI Fee: Small Price, Smart Call, Smooth Going” published in “Times of India” on 17 September 2026. UPI Fee: Small Price, Smart Call, Smooth Going. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3- Indian Economy Context: The Government has decided to allow… Continue reading UPI Fee: Small Price, Smart Call, Smooth Going
