UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environment Introduction India’s conservation of the Asiatic lion is one of its greatest wildlife achievements. The species has recovered from the brink of extinction and expanded beyond the Gir National Park and Sanctuary into surrounding landscapes. However, this success now faces new ecological and governance challenges. Protecting only Gir is… Continue reading The Road Ahead for the Asiatic Lion
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Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency versus Equity Concerns
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure. Introduction The 16th Finance Commission (2026–31) keeps the States’ share in central taxes at 41% but changes the structure of fiscal transfers, especially grants-in-aid. It gives greater importance to efficiency, fiscal discipline and performance, while reducing several equalisation grants. This has… Continue reading Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency versus Equity Concerns
Service charge on UPI transactions makes sense
Source: The post “Service charge on UPI transactions makes sense” has been created based on “Service charge on UPI transactions makes sense” published in “The Hindu” on 6 August 2026. Service charge on UPI transactions makes sense. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Economy Context: The Finance Ministry has proposed an amendment to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act,… Continue reading Service charge on UPI transactions makes sense
Quantum shift: On private industry and national research spending
Source: The post “Quantum shift: On private industry and national research spending” has been created based on “Quantum shift: On private industry and national research spending” published in “The Hindu” on 6 August 2026. Quantum shift: On private industry and national research spending. UPSC Syllabus: GS- 3- Science and Technology Context: The Department of Science… Continue reading Quantum shift: On private industry and national research spending
Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education Introduction High-stakes public examinations such as NEET and UGC-NET determine educational and career opportunities for millions of candidates. Repeated controversies in NEET-2024, UGC-NET 2024 and NEET-2026, despite investigations reportedly finding no prosecutable evidence of a conventional paper leak… Continue reading Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara confirmed that NATO is entering a new phase of strategic transformation rather than decline. The Alliance is moving beyond its traditional security role to prepare for long-term geopolitical rivalry, technological competition and resilient defence industries. At the same time, the United… Continue reading Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme
Source: The post “Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme” has been created based on “Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme” published in “The Hindu” on 5 July 2026. Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context:… Continue reading Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme
NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation
Source: The post “NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation” has been created based on “NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation” published in “The Hindu” on 5 July 2026. NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Context: NATO is entering a new strategic phase… Continue reading NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation
AI and Cyber, the Double Helix of Today’s Security Threats
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- science and technology And Gs paper 3- cyber security Introduction The rapid spread of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies is reshaping the global security landscape. AI is no longer only a tool for improving efficiency but has become a key part of digital infrastructure. At the same time, cyber… Continue reading AI and Cyber, the Double Helix of Today’s Security Threats
India Struggling to Retain Scientists
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction India has achieved significant progress in space, biotechnology, engineering, vaccines, and supercomputing through strong public scientific institutions. However, the recent resignation or voluntary retirement of more than 100 scientists from ISRO, along with similar departures from other government-funded research organisations, has raised concerns about India’s ability… Continue reading India Struggling to Retain Scientists
