Why is the Supreme Court Examining Polygamy Again?

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian Constitution Introduction The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response to a petition challenging the constitutional validity of polygamy among Muslims. The petition seeks to abolish the practice for all citizens and apply laws against bigamy uniformly. The case raises questions about Muslim Personal Law, gender equality, fundamental rights… Continue reading Why is the Supreme Court Examining Polygamy Again?

Gold loans: Inclusion engine or leverage trap?

Source: The post “Gold loans: Inclusion engine or leverage trap?s” has been created based on “Gold loans: Inclusion engine or leverage trap?Gold loans: Inclusion engine or leverage trap?” published in “Business Line” on 20 August 2026. Gold loans: Inclusion engine or leverage trap? UPSC Syllabus: GS 3-Indian Economy Context: Indian households hold a very large… Continue reading Gold loans: Inclusion engine or leverage trap?

The case for tax-free annuities

Source: The post “The case for tax-free annuities” has been created based on “The case for tax-free annuities” published in “Business Line” on 20 August 2026. The case for tax-free annuities. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: India’s ageing population has increased the need for secure, lifelong retirement income, while annuities also mobilise long-term capital… Continue reading The case for tax-free annuities

Decentralised Education, Create Jobs

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. Introduction India’s large young population is increasingly educated, but many young adults still face unemployment and weak employment prospects. The core problem is not only access to education but also its quality, relevance and connection with… Continue reading Decentralised Education, Create Jobs

What Drives Corporate Investment?

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Corporate investment in India has remained weak for several years, raising questions about what determines firms’ investment decisions. Investment depends on expected profitability, confidence about future profits and the cost of credit, but these factors affect firms differently according to their size and access to own capital.… Continue reading What Drives Corporate Investment?

Paradigm shift in oil exploration

Source: The post “Paradigm shift in oil exploration” has been created based on “Paradigm shift in oil exploration” published in “Business Line” on 19 August 2026. Paradigm shift in oil exploration. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: India’s dependence on imported oil and gas, along with the stagnation of deepwater exploration, has pushed the government towards… Continue reading Paradigm shift in oil exploration

On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance

Source: The post “On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance” has been created based on “On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance” published in “Indian Express” on 19 August 2026. On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: The mining sector is vital for India’s… Continue reading On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance

School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?

Source: The post “School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?” has been created based on “School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?” published in “The Hindu” on 18 August 2026. School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development? UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: India’s school education policy has traditionally aimed… Continue reading School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?

The road to E20 is not without bumps

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India’s shift to E20 petrol, containing up to 20% ethanol, aims to reduce crude oil imports, save foreign exchange and cut carbon emissions. However, its rollout across the country has raised concerns over legacy vehicle compatibility, mileage, fuel-system damage, contamination risks and reduced consumer choice.… Continue reading The road to E20 is not without bumps

Match AI Models to Workloads, Not Leaderboards

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction AI adoption is moving beyond the race for the highest-ranked model. An AI model is a trained system used to process information and perform tasks. Enterprises now have deployment choices, and the right option depends on workload, data sensitivity, cost, governance, security and operational capacity. Open-weight… Continue reading Match AI Models to Workloads, Not Leaderboards

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