UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Introduction COVID-19 exposed major gaps in vaccine access, technology sharing, health-system capacity and global coordination, creating the need for stronger pandemic governance. The WHO Pandemic Agreement, adopted in May 2025, seeks to strengthen international cooperation on pandemic… Continue reading India’s Stakes in the Global Pandemic Agreement
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How does detention differ from arrest?
Source: The post “How does detention differ from arrest?” has been created based on “How does detention differ from arrest?” published in “Indian Express” on 8 October 2026. How does detention differ from arrest? UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Polity Context: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was detained recently as Opposition leaders protested in New Delhi demanding the… Continue reading How does detention differ from arrest?
AI companions and child safety
Source: The post “AI companions and child safety” has been created based on “AI companions and child safety” published in “The Hindu” on 8 October 2026. AI companions and child safety. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: AI chatbots are increasingly becoming emotional companions for children because they are available throughout the day and appear empathetic and… Continue reading AI companions and child safety
Indian Research Can Shape the World
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction India has often depended on technologies developed elsewhere, leading to delayed entry, foreign licences and dependence on external know-how. However, the growing integration of fundamental science and technology has shortened the path from discovery to application. This creates an opportunity for India to move beyond catching… Continue reading Indian Research Can Shape the World
The China-U.S. Rapprochement
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The U.S. and China have intensified high-level engagement in 2026, reflecting a shift towards managing tensions after years of strategic rivalry. Their engagement covers trade, technology, economic relations and wider geopolitical concerns. However, this rapprochement does not end competition over global influence, advanced technology, military power and… Continue reading The China-U.S. Rapprochement
Break the chain: On leprosy in India
Source: The post “Break the chain: On leprosy in India” has been created based on “Break the chain: On leprosy in India” published in “The Hindu” on 7 October 2026. Break the chain: On leprosy in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: India brought the prevalence of leprosy below 1 case per 10,000 population by 2005,… Continue reading Break the chain: On leprosy in India
Rewilding the Great Indian Bustard: Key Challenges
Source: The post “Rewilding the Great Indian Bustard: Key Challenges” has been created based on “Rewilding the Great Indian Bustard: Key Challenges” published in “Indian Express” on 7 October 2026. Rewilding the Great Indian Bustard: Key Challenges. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Environment Context: October 4 was a major milestone in the conservation of the critically endangered… Continue reading Rewilding the Great Indian Bustard: Key Challenges
Legislative Privileges Vs Free Speech
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction Legislative privileges are special powers and immunities given to Parliament and State Legislatures to ensure their independent functioning. The constitutional issue arises when these privileges are used against citizens, journalists or critics, potentially affecting their fundamental rights, especially freedom of speech under Article 19(1)(a). On 6… Continue reading Legislative Privileges Vs Free Speech
The Looming Crisis of World Unemployment
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilisation, of resources, growth, development and employment. Introduction The world is approaching a major employment challenge as developing countries add a large number of young workers while job creation remains insufficient. Over the coming decade, the gap between new labour-market entrants and… Continue reading The Looming Crisis of World Unemployment
Why is Buxa bringing tigers back?
Source: The post “Why is Buxa bringing tigers back?” has been created based on “Why is Buxa bringing tigers back?” published in “The Hindu” on 6 October 2026. Why is Buxa bringing tigers back? UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Environment Context: Tiger reintroduction is an important conservation strategy for restoring ecologically viable and self-sustaining tiger populations in suitable… Continue reading Why is Buxa bringing tigers back?
