Source: The post “What is regenerative agriculture and why does India need it?” has been created based on “What is regenerative agriculture and why does India need it?” published in “Indian Express” on 6 July 2026. What is regenerative agriculture and why does India need it? UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Economy Context: Regenerative agriculture is a holistic… Continue reading What is regenerative agriculture and why does India need it?
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Tribunal Reform 2026: Old Wine in a New Bottle
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Introduction The Tribunals Reforms Act, 2026 repeals and replaces the 2021 framework with the National Tribunals Commission (NTC), a five-year tenure and revised selection rules. However, the same basic structure largely continues, including the 16 tribunals and an important role for the Central Government.… Continue reading Tribunal Reform 2026: Old Wine in a New Bottle
Unimpeded Trade Needs IPMDA as the Answer
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction Despite difficulties in India-U.S. relations, both sides need cooperation on trade, energy and Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) to protect unimpeded trade. The West Asia crisis has shown that disruptions in major sea routes can affect energy supplies and global commerce. As maritime coercion, illegal activities and surveillance… Continue reading Unimpeded Trade Needs IPMDA as the Answer
Crop Cutting Experiments and the Reliability of India’s Agricultural Data
Source: The post “Crop Cutting Experiments and the Reliability of India’s Agricultural Data” has been created based on “Crop Cutting Experiments and the Reliability of India’s Agricultural Data” published in “Down To Earth” on 22 August 2026. Crop Cutting Experiments and the Reliability of India’s Agricultural Data. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 Science and technology Context:… Continue reading Crop Cutting Experiments and the Reliability of India’s Agricultural Data
Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress
Source: The post “Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress” has been created based on “Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress” published in “The Hindu” on 22 August 2026. Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: The UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers around 14.7 lakh schools, 24 crore students and 1.02 crore… Continue reading Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress
The Vanashakti Verdict – Significance and Way Forward
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Supreme Court’s 29 July 2026 judgment in Vanashakti v. Union of India clarifies the legal position on projects that commenced without obtaining prior Environmental Clearance (EC). The key issue was whether such projects could be allowed to continue through post-facto approval. While reaffirming that… Continue reading The Vanashakti Verdict – Significance and Way Forward
Centre’s Fiscal Outlook Faces Geopolitical, Revenue Risks
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The Centre’s fiscal outlook for 2026–27 is under pressure from recent tax changes and the West Asian crisis. Slower tax growth, reduced fuel excise duties and higher subsidies could affect fiscal performance. However, strong non-tax receipts, including Reserve Bank of India dividends, along with new revenue measures… Continue reading Centre’s Fiscal Outlook Faces Geopolitical, Revenue Risks
India’s gene-edited rice is ready for the fields
Source: The post “India’s gene-edited rice is ready for the fields” has been created based on “India’s gene-edited rice is ready for the fields” published in “Business Line” on 21 August 2026. India’s gene-edited rice is ready for the fields. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- Indian Economy Context: India is preparing to commercially introduce Pusa Rice… Continue reading India’s gene-edited rice is ready for the fields
Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?
Source: The post “Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?” has been created based on “Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?” published in “The Hindu” on 21 August 2026. Can free public technology break the private coaching industry? UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: The government’s proposed free online coaching… Continue reading Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?
The Vexed Problem of Fertilizer Overuse and Subsidy
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support price Introduction India’s fertilizer sector faces a growing challenge of import dependence, rising subsidy costs and inefficient fertilizer use. Geopolitical disruptions have increased the prices of fertilizers, natural gas and other inputs, exposing India’s dependence on external supplies. At… Continue reading The Vexed Problem of Fertilizer Overuse and Subsidy
