Source: The post “Supreme Court slammed the freebies culture of State Governments” has been created, based on “SC slams freebies culture, says states should open avenues for employment” published in “Hindustan Times” on 21 February 2026. Supreme Court slammed the freebies culture of State Governments. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Supreme Court of… Continue reading Supreme Court slammed the freebies culture of State Governments
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India’s Youth Dividend in the AI Era
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. Introduction Artificial Intelligence is reshaping India’s economic structure and employment patterns. The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 places young people at the centre of this transition. India is moving from passive education toward skill-based participation and industry-linked… Continue reading India’s Youth Dividend in the AI Era
India’s Satirical Freedom and the Scope of State Power
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Introduction India’s public culture has long accepted satire as a way to question authority and expose social contradictions. Political humour, cartoons, and artistic exaggeration have traditionally existed within democratic tolerance. However, recent content blocking actions and expanded… Continue reading India’s Satirical Freedom and the Scope of State Power
States’ capex holds key to growth momentum
Source: The post “States’ capex holds key to growth momentum” has been created, based on “States’ capex holds key to growth momentum” published in “Indian Express” on 20 February 2026. States’ capex holds key to growth momentum. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: After the Union Budget, State budgets provide a clearer picture of general… Continue reading States’ capex holds key to growth momentum
AI in healthcare
Source: The post “AI in healthcare” has been created, based on “People above platforms: AI in healthcare” published in “The Hindu” on 20 February 2026. AI in healthcare. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being used in healthcare for diagnostic imaging, data analysis, and hospital workflow management. However, discussions… Continue reading AI in healthcare
India and France upgrade ties to Special Global Strategic Partnership
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction India and France upgraded their relationship to a Special Global Strategic Partnership during President Emmanuel Macron’s official visit to India in February 2026. The decision reflects the deepening and widening of bilateral cooperation across defence, technology, economy and global governance. It signals a long-term strategic alignment between… Continue reading India and France upgrade ties to Special Global Strategic Partnership
India’s ‘Third Way’ for AI Governance
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Introduction India is hosting the AI Impact Summit at a time when the world is unsure how to govern artificial intelligence. Countries are struggling to balance innovation with risks that are both… Continue reading India’s ‘Third Way’ for AI Governance
Great Nicobar project
Source: The post “Great Nicobar project” has been created, based on “As NGT clears Great Nicobar project, a look at its strategic importance and ecological fallout” published in “Indian Express” on 19 February 2026. Great Nicobar project. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: The Great Nicobar Island Development Project is a mega infrastructure initiative worth… Continue reading Great Nicobar project
India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright
Source: The post “India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright” has been created, based on “India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright” published in “The Hindu” on 19 February 2026. India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: Copyright law was originally designed to balance incentives for… Continue reading India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright
Circular Economy in Agriculture: Waste to Wealth
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Agricultural waste is emerging as a major environmental and economic challenge, especially in agriculture-dependent economies like India. Large quantities of crop residues, food losses, and biodegradable waste create pollution while remaining underutilised resources. The circular economy approach promotes converting waste into energy, organic inputs, and valuable materials.… Continue reading Circular Economy in Agriculture: Waste to Wealth
