UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction India is facing a growing obesity crisis linked with rising metabolic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Nearly one-fourth of the population is overweight or obese, with childhood obesity rising rapidly. Alongside lifestyle changes, there is an increasing… Continue reading Obesity Epidemic in India
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Mapping the Legislative Vacuum in India’s Heat Crisis
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Disaster management Introduction India’s heat crisis has shifted from a seasonal issue to a systemic national emergency, now affecting over 57% of districts. Heatwaves have expanded beyond traditional regions and now impact diverse geographies. However, the burden is unequal, falling heavily on informal workers. Despite strong scientific evidence, governance remains… Continue reading Mapping the Legislative Vacuum in India’s Heat Crisis
India Moving Up the Pharma Value Chain
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India has emerged as the “Pharmacy of the World” through affordable and quality generic medicines. However, biologics, biosimilars, and specialty drugs now account for over 40% of global pharmaceutical revenues. This shift is pushing India to move up the pharma value chain towards innovation and high-value therapeutics.… Continue reading India Moving Up the Pharma Value Chain
The Fallout of the West Asia Crisis on India’s Economy
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the West Asia crisis have disrupted global energy supply chains. A partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has affected crude oil, gas and fertilizer flows. Prices have risen sharply. Even after a temporary ceasefire, supply chains may take time to stabilise.… Continue reading The Fallout of the West Asia Crisis on India’s Economy
Why do FPIs keep selling?
Source: The post “Why do FPIs keep selling?” has been created, based on “Why do FPIs keep selling?” published in “Business Standard” on 14 April 2026. Why do FPIs keep selling? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have withdrawn more than $45 billion since October 2024, and their ownership in Indian… Continue reading Why do FPIs keep selling?
National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)
Source: The post “National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)” has been created, based on “National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)” published in “PIB” on 14 April 2026. National Agriculture Market (e-NAM). UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) is a pan-India electronic trading platform launched in April 2016 to integrate Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC)… Continue reading National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)
Tapping Fisheries in Reservoirs
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Tapping fisheries in reservoirs has emerged as a key strategy in Budget 2026–27, which proposes integrated development of 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars to increase fish farmers’ income. India is now the second-largest fish producer globally, with 197.75 lakh tonnes production, and 75% coming from inland fisheries,… Continue reading Tapping Fisheries in Reservoirs
To ensure food security amid war clouds, government must reform fertiliser policy
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Agriculture Introduction Global conflicts such as US–Iran–Israel tensions and the Russia–Ukraine war highlight growing uncertainty in global supply chains. India faces a major risk due to its ~70% dependence on fertiliser imports and rising global prices. Food security depends directly on fertiliser availability, and disruptions can affect agricultural output. Natural… Continue reading To ensure food security amid war clouds, government must reform fertiliser policy
Closing the representation gap
Source: The post “Closing the representation gap” has been created, based on “Closing the representation gap” published in “Indian Express” on 13 April 2026. Closing the representation gap. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam provides for one-third reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, thereby addressing… Continue reading Closing the representation gap
Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project
Source: The post “Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project” has been created, based on “Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project” published in “The Hindu” on 13 April 2026. Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The ₹92,000-crore mega-infrastructure project on Great… Continue reading Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project
