UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- International Relations Introduction The present dispute over Iran’s nuclear programme has exposed deeper contradictions within the global nuclear non-proliferation regime. Iran is being asked to dismantle its enriched uranium stockpile, while recognised nuclear weapon states continue to retain and modernise their arsenals without similar obligations. This has revived questions about… Continue reading The Crisis at the Heart of Non-Proliferation
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UN Report on Need for AI Governance
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- e-governance Introduction The United Nations’ Preliminary Report of the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI (IISPA) has gained attention ahead of the inaugural UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance. The report warns that artificial intelligence is advancing much faster than scientific understanding, safety measures, and existing governance systems. It calls… Continue reading UN Report on Need for AI Governance
Empowering India’s Skill Ecosystem
Source: The post “Empowering India’s Skill Ecosystem” has been created based on “Empowering India’s Skill Ecosystem” published in “PIB” on 16 July 2026. Empowering India’s Skill Ecosystem. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- Indian Economy Context: India’s demographic dividend can become a demographic advantage only through a skilled, productive and innovation-driven workforce. Recognising this, the Government has… Continue reading Empowering India’s Skill Ecosystem
Giving women farmers the recognition they deserve
Source: The post “Giving women farmers the recognition they deserve” has been created based on “A law to give women farmers the recognition they deserve” published in “Indian Express” on 16 July 2026. Giving women farmers the recognition they deserve. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- Social Justice Context: Maharashtra has become the first state in India… Continue reading Giving women farmers the recognition they deserve
What is ‘Trial in Absentia’?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Judiciary Introduction A trial in absentia is a criminal trial conducted without the physical presence of the accused. Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) introduces this provision for proclaimed offenders who deliberately evade trial and cannot be arrested soon. The law seeks to prevent serious criminal cases… Continue reading What is ‘Trial in Absentia’?
India-U.S. Defence Technology Ties — Big Ambitions, Little Delivery
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction India and the United States have expanded their defence partnership through new technology initiatives, defence trade and strategic cooperation over the past two decades. However, most ambitious defence technology projects have struggled to move beyond political announcements. Differences over technology transfer, export controls, commercial expectations and lengthy… Continue reading India-U.S. Defence Technology Ties — Big Ambitions, Little Delivery
India-UK CETA stands out for both its breadth and pace
Source: The post “India-UK CETA stands out for both its breadth and pace” has been created based on “India-UK CETA stands out for both its breadth and pace” published in “Business Line” on 15 July 2026. India-UK CETA stands out for both its breadth and pace. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3 -Indian Economy Context: The India–UK Comprehensive… Continue reading India-UK CETA stands out for both its breadth and pace
Tourism can unlock India’s journey to a new milestone
Source: The post “Tourism can unlock India’s journey to a new milestone” has been created based on “Tourism can unlock India’s journey to a new milestone” published in “Indian Express” on 13 July 2026. Tourism can unlock India’s journey to a new milestone. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3 -Indian Economy Context: Tourism has emerged as a major… Continue reading Tourism can unlock India’s journey to a new milestone
Can Biogas Aid India’s Energy Security?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Infrastructure (energy) Introduction: India imports nearly 85% of its crude oil and a large share of its LPG, making its energy security vulnerable to geopolitical tensions, especially in West Asia. The recent LPG supply disruptions have renewed interest in biogas and Compressed Biogas (CBG) as clean, indigenous and renewable fuels.… Continue reading Can Biogas Aid India’s Energy Security?
The Right Path for India’s Nuclear Power Development
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s nuclear power programme has evolved from overcoming international sanctions to building strong indigenous capabilities. The successful commissioning of the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) marks the beginning of the second stage of India’s three-stage nuclear programme. As India targets 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047,… Continue reading The Right Path for India’s Nuclear Power Development
