UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Fiscal prudence often weakens during elections in India as governments expand welfare spending to attract voters. Large cash transfers and assistance schemes are announced close to polls, increasing public expenditure and fiscal pressure. These practices are common across states and political parties. While welfare has social importance,… Continue reading We need fiscal prudence during elections
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Bridging a divide with an ‘Indian Scientific Service’
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Governance Introduction India’s governance structure was built after Independence around generalist administrators who ensured stability during nation-building. Over time, policy challenges became deeply scientific, technological, and environmental. Scientists entered government, but service rules did not evolve accordingly. This institutional mismatch has limited the effective use of scientific expertise in policymaking.… Continue reading Bridging a divide with an ‘Indian Scientific Service’
FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge
Source: The post “FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge” has been created, based on “How FTAs could offer India a $1 trillion electronics export window, with caveats” published in “Indian Express” on 16 February 2026. FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: India’s… Continue reading FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge
The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story
Source: The post “The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story” has been created, based on “The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story” published in “The Hindu” on 16 February 2026. The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: The economic partnership between India and United Arab… Continue reading The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story
The labour codes redefine wages, empower the worker
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment Introduction India’s labour codes represent a major structural reform aimed at expanding financial inclusion, social security, and income protection within employment. By merging fragmented labour laws and embedding long-term financial safeguards, the reforms seek to ensure… Continue reading The labour codes redefine wages, empower the worker
Overdue upgrade: On the new series of the Consumer Price Index
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India has updated the Consumer Price Index after more than a decade to reflect major economic and consumption changes. The new series uses base year 2024 and consumption patterns from Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2023–24. Changes in spending behaviour, growth of services, digital markets, and reduced food… Continue reading Overdue upgrade: On the new series of the Consumer Price Index
SaaSpocalypse and India’s IT Challenge
Source: The post “SaaSpocalypse and India’s IT Challenge” has been created, based on “Why the Indian IT sector must course-correct amidst ‘SaaSpocalypse’ fears” published in “Indian Express” on 14 February 2026. SaaSpocalypse and India’s IT Challenge. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and Technology Context: India’s IT services sector, led by companies such as Tata Consultancy… Continue reading SaaSpocalypse and India’s IT Challenge
The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms
Source: The post “The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms” has been created, based on “A case against the SHANTI Act | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 14 February 2026. The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and Technology Context: The SHANTI Act introduces major reforms in… Continue reading The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms
Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission
Source: The post “Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission has been created, based on “Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission” published in “The Hindu ” on 13 February 2026. Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Polity Context: The 16th Finance Commission, chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its… Continue reading Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission
AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure
Source: The post “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” has been created, based on “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” published in “The Hindu” on 13 February 2026. AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules,… Continue reading AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure
