Source: The post “Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies” has been created, based on “Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies” published in “Indian Express” on 5 May 2026. Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context:… Continue reading Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies
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Medical and Wellness Tourism in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction Rising global healthcare costs, long waiting periods, and lifestyle diseases are pushing patients to seek treatment abroad. This has expanded Medical Value Travel into a fast-growing global industry. India is emerging as a key destination by combining… Continue reading Medical and Wellness Tourism in India
Keeping India’s carbon money at home
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Environment Introduction The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which charges a carbon price on imports based on emissions, came into force on January 1, 2026. It aims to ensure fair competition between domestic and foreign producers. However, Indian exporters face full costs without similar support.… Continue reading Keeping India’s carbon money at home
AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power
Source: The post “AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power” has been created, based on “AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power” published in “The Hindu” on 4 May 2026. AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming economies, societies, and… Continue reading AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power
India’s capital account obsession
Source: The post “India’s capital account obsession” has been created, based on “India’s capital account obsession” published in “BusinessLine” on 4 May 2026. India’s capital account obsession. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: The current account reflects earnings from trade in goods and services, along with factor income and transfers. The capital account records capital… Continue reading India’s capital account obsession
Abu Dhabi’s OPEC exit begins its ascent of ‘peak oil’
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – International Relation Introduction The United Arab Emirates suddenly announced its exit from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+ with only three days’ notice, just before a key meeting. This decision came despite the Strait of Hormuz blockade. It reflects deeper tensions within OPEC, a push… Continue reading Abu Dhabi’s OPEC exit begins its ascent of ‘peak oil’
Work in progress: On the Household Social Consumption (Health) Survey
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction The 80th round of the National Statistical Office health survey presents a post-pandemic assessment of India’s health system. It reflects the phase where Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY has matured. The survey captures expansion in insurance, improved public healthcare… Continue reading Work in progress: On the Household Social Consumption (Health) Survey
MHA Notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026
Source: The post “MHA Notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026” has been created, based on “MHA updates citizenship rules, tightens norms on dual passports for minors” published in “Indian Express” on 2 May 2026. MHA Notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the Citizenship (Amendment)… Continue reading MHA Notifies Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2026
Heatwave crisis needs a vision, not just policy
Source: The post “Heatwave crisis needs a vision, not just policy” has been created, based on “Heatwave crisis needs a vision, not just policy” published in “Indian Express” on 2 May 2026. Heatwave crisis needs a vision, not just policy. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Heatwaves are slow-onset disasters that develop over days or… Continue reading Heatwave crisis needs a vision, not just policy
New credit loss norm could hurt
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The Reserve Bank of India is shifting banks from the Incurred Loss (IL) model to the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework from April 1, 2027. This moves lending from a backward-looking approach to a forward-looking system. Banks must now anticipate future defaults and make provisions early. While… Continue reading New credit loss norm could hurt
