UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Cyber security Introduction Cybersecurity has relied on measures such as firewalls, timely patching and employee training to prevent attacks. However, artificial intelligence (AI) is reducing the time, cost and expertise required to discover and exploit weaknesses. The PHP2Shell vulnerabilities exposed millions of internet-facing systems to potential remote attacks, highlighting risks… Continue reading Questions Arising Out of PHP Breach
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Old values, new avenues: On India-Poland ties
Source: The post “Old values, new avenues: On India-Poland ties” has been created based on “Old values, new avenues: On India-Poland ties” published in “The Hindu” on 26 October 2026. Old values, new avenues: On India-Poland ties. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2: International Relations Context: India and Poland share historical goodwill and growing economic interests. The… Continue reading Old values, new avenues: On India-Poland ties
Cost of Fertiliser Imbalance in India
Source: The post “Cost of Fertiliser Imbalance in India” has been created based on “Cost of Fertiliser Imbalance in India” published in “Financial Express” on 26 October 2026. Cost of Fertiliser Imbalance in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy Context: The Union Agriculture Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, launched the Khet Bachao Abhiyan on October… Continue reading Cost of Fertiliser Imbalance in India
Rethinking the defence PSU model
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Introduction India’s ordnance factories have long supported defence preparedness through specialised manufacturing and technical expertise. In October 2021, the government corporatised 41 factories under the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) into seven Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) to improve efficiency, competitiveness… Continue reading Rethinking the defence PSU model
Limits of satellite internet plan
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-Science and Technology Introduction Satellite internet can extend broadband access to remote and underserved areas where terrestrial networks are difficult to deploy. Yet its role in India’s connectivity strategy must be assessed against limited bandwidth, scarce spectrum and service costs. Although satellite networks can complement existing infrastructure, they cannot independently meet… Continue reading Limits of satellite internet plan
This isn’t the UN we need
Source: The post “This isn’t the UN we need” has been created based on “This isn’t the UN we need” published in “Times of India” on 24 October 2026. This isn’t the UN we need. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- International Relations Context: The United Nations (UN) was established with the aims to maintain international peace… Continue reading This isn’t the UN we need
What the eMudhra fiasco means to users, investors
Source: The post “What the eMudhra fiasco means to users, investors” has been created based on “What the eMudhra fiasco means to users, investors” published in “Business Line” on 24 October 2026. What the eMudhra fiasco means to users, investors. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3– Science and technology Context: eMudhra is a Bengaluru-based company providing Digital… Continue reading What the eMudhra fiasco means to users, investors
Tied by Geography, Divided by Politics
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International Relations Introduction India-Bangladesh relations show a contrast: geographical, cultural and economic ties coexist with political mistrust. Their shared border of over 4,000 kilometres, common rivers and regional interests make cooperation essential. However, historical grievances, concerns over Indian influence, domestic political divisions and unresolved disputes have weakened confidence. The BNP’s (Bangladesh… Continue reading Tied by Geography, Divided by Politics
Indian Agriculture’s Polycrisis Moment
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Food Security Introduction Indian agriculture faces a polycrisis driven by geopolitical conflicts, weak monsoon, climate uncertainty, rising input costs and water scarcity. Its growing dependence on fossil fuels exposes farming to external energy shocks, while diversion of food crops towards biofuels creates food-fuel competition. At the same time, rainfall dependence… Continue reading Indian Agriculture’s Polycrisis Moment
For migrant children, access to school is not enough
Source: The post “For migrant children, access to school is not enough” has been created based on “For migrant children, access to school is not enough” published in “Indian Express” on 23 October 2026. For migrant children, access to school is not enough, UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: With the end of the Kharif… Continue reading For migrant children, access to school is not enough
