UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Large data centres consume huge amounts of electricity, and most of this energy ultimately becomes heat that must be removed continuously. A 1-GW data centre can, in principle, generate 1 GW of heat, creating a major cooling challenge. Air-cooling uses less water and costs less initially,… Continue reading Can air-cooling handle the heat from a 1-GW data centre?
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Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Source: The post “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” has been created based on “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” published in “The Hindu” on 8 September 2026. Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Science and Technology Context: The recent launch of EOS-05 on… Continue reading Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Harnessing BRICS ‘POWER’ to Empower the World
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction BRICS has evolved from an emerging-economy platform into a wider Global South forum with growing economic and political weight. Its 20th anniversary comes amid geopolitical conflicts, trade disruptions, energy insecurity and pressure on multilateral institutions. India’s 2026 presidency therefore seeks to use BRICS cooperation to build a… Continue reading Harnessing BRICS ‘POWER’ to Empower the World
Judicial Integrity – A Case the Court Cannot Ignore
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-Judiciary Introduction Judicial integrity is essential for public trust, rule of law and judicial independence. The concerns surrounding the Rajasthan High Court show that allegations against judges cannot be treated only as individual disputes. They raise wider questions about institutional accountability, transparency, judicial administration and the ability of the higher judiciary… Continue reading Judicial Integrity – A Case the Court Cannot Ignore
In a warming world, reframe the climate challenge
Source: The post “In a warming world, reframe the climate challenge” has been created based on “In a warming world, reframe the climate challenge” published in “Indian Express” on 7 September 2026. In a warming world, reframe the climate challenge. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- Environment Context: The latest UN Environment Programme (UNEP) report, Limiting Overshoot,… Continue reading In a warming world, reframe the climate challenge
The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Source: The post “The political cost of unconditional cash transfers” has been created based on “The political cost of UCT” published in “The Hindu” on 7 September 2026. The political cost of unconditional cash transfers. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: Since 2020, Unconditional Cash Transfer (UCT) schemes have become an important electoral strategy in… Continue reading The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Gaming Children – Learnings from Meta’s Child Safety Curbs in US
Introduction The growing use of social media among children has raised concerns about addictive design, harmful content, mental wellbeing and privacy. Meta’s settlement in the US introduces strong safeguards for under-18 users, including time limits, night-time restrictions and stronger age assurance. For India, the measures offer useful lessons, but they also show the need for… Continue reading Gaming Children – Learnings from Meta’s Child Safety Curbs in US
Revising India’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Indian economy Introduction India is reviewing its Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) to make the investment regime more attractive while protecting its regulatory space. The review follows difficulties in concluding new BITs, concerns over investor protection and declining net foreign direct investment (FDI). The revised framework is expected to be… Continue reading Revising India’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond
Source: The post “Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond” has been created based on “Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond” published in “Business Line” on 5 September 2026. Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: The NFHS-6 (2023-24) Fact Sheets show that India has made significant progress in women’s education and… Continue reading Women’s empowerment — schools and beyond
The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity
Source: The post “The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity” has been created based on “The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity” published in “The Pioneer” on 5 September 2026. The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is evolving from a… Continue reading The SCO and the illusion of moral multipolarity
