UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction The recent high-level visits between India and South Korea reflect the growing depth of their defence partnership. What began as limited defence engagement has expanded into defence manufacturing, technology transfer, military modernisation, innovation, and strategic coordination. The partnership is now becoming important for Indo-Pacific stability and regional… Continue reading Strategic Spark in India–South Korea Defence Ties
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Gender, Caregiving, the Law in Indian Research Funding
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 1- Social empowerment And Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. Gender, Caregiving, the Law in Indian Research Funding. Introduction India’s scientific achievements in research, space missions, and pharmaceuticals reflect its growing academic strength. However, women researchers continue to face structural… Continue reading Gender, Caregiving, the Law in Indian Research Funding
Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India
Source: The post “Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India” has been created, based on “Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India” published in “The Hindu” on 19 May 2026. Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: India faces rising food demand and increasing fertilizer consumption. Domestic fertilizer production… Continue reading Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India
Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak?
Source: The post “Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak?” has been created, based on “Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak?” published in “The Hindu” on 19 May 2026. Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: The… Continue reading Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak?
Why power distribution companies are struggling with fixed costs, falling revenues
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Electricity distribution companies (DISCOMs) are facing rising financial pressure because their fixed expenditure is increasing while recovery through fixed charges remains low. A large share of their revenue still depends on electricity consumption. At the same time, rooftop solar, captive generation and open-access power procurement are reducing electricity… Continue reading Why power distribution companies are struggling with fixed costs, falling revenues
The Challenge for India’s Renewable Surge: Storage
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India is rapidly expanding renewable energy to achieve its climate and clean energy goals. Renewable sources now account for 53% of India’s installed power capacity, with solar power contributing over 150 GW. However, solar and wind energy remain intermittent because generation changes with sunlight and weather conditions. This… Continue reading The Challenge for India’s Renewable Surge: Storage
India needs to snap out of the agricultural subsidy spiral
Source: The post “India needs to snap out of agricultural subsidy spiral” has been created, based on “India needs to snap out of agricultural subsidy spiral” published in “Indian Express” on 18 May 2026. India needs to snap out of the agricultural subsidy spiral. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: India’s agricultural subsidy system… Continue reading India needs to snap out of the agricultural subsidy spiral
Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn
Source: The post “Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn” has been created, based on “Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn” published in “The Hindu” on 18 May 2026. Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: The Arctic region is increasingly becoming important due to climate change,… Continue reading Oslo summit must mark India’s northward turn
Productivity, not just growth, for Viksit Bharat
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India has maintained strong economic growth with macroeconomic stability in the post-pandemic period. Real GDP growth reached 6.5% in FY2024-25, supported by domestic demand, controlled inflation, fiscal consolidation, and a stable financial sector. However, according to the KPMG report on India’s next growth phase, achieving Viksit Bharat… Continue reading Productivity, not just growth, for Viksit Bharat
Is Multipolarity Dead in the Age of Trump and Xi?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- international relations Introduction The global order after the Cold War first moved towards American dominance and later towards multipolarity with the rise of middle powers and regional groupings. However, recent developments in US-China relations, especially under Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, indicate the return of big power politics. The growing… Continue reading Is Multipolarity Dead in the Age of Trump and Xi?
