UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health,Education, Human Resources. Introduction Healthcare is not limited to doctors and hospitals. It depends on Allied and Healthcare Professionals (AHPs) like lab technologists, physiotherapists and technicians who deliver actual care. They form nearly 60% of the workforce and ensure… Continue reading Allied healthcare needs attention
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What happens when CAD rises
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Even with 7.4% growth, contained inflation, Current Account Deficit (CAD) at ~0.8% of GDP, and $701.4 billion reserves, the rupee fell over 5% last year and equity markets turned volatile. This reflects a disconnect between strong macro fundamentals and external outcomes. When oil prices rise, import bills… Continue reading What happens when CAD rises
Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy
Source: The post “Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy” has been created, based on “Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy” published in “Indian Express” on 03rd April 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Economy Context: India’s industrial policy has increasingly relied on the Production Linked Incentive Scheme to boost manufacturing competitiveness and integrate the country… Continue reading Some smart (phone) lessons for industrial policy
Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future
Source: The post “Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future” has been created, based on “Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future” published in “The Hindu” on 03rd April 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Economy Context: India is implementing one of the world’s largest rural drinking water supply programmes through the Jal… Continue reading Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future
Orderly Exit: On India and Energy Transition Issues
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Global energy shocks have been recurring, from the 1973 Yom Kippur War to the 2022 Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, the present crisis involving U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran is different as it disrupts both oil and gas flows. This disruption comes at a time when the global energy… Continue reading Orderly Exit: On India and Energy Transition Issues
The Textbook Controversy and Core Issue
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Introduction The Supreme Court of India reacted strongly to a Class 8 NCERT textbook that referred to issues like corruption in the judiciary. It initiated suo motu action, banned the book, and formed a committee. The… Continue reading The Textbook Controversy and Core Issue
Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
Source: The post “Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism” has been created, based on “Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism” published in “The Hindu” on 2 April 2026. Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The recent declaration… Continue reading Corridor of opportunity: On the end of Left Wing Extremism
A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role
Source: The post “A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role” has been created, based on “A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role” published in “The Hindu” on 02nd April 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: The ongoing military confrontation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has triggered a strategic rethink… Continue reading A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role
The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International relations Introduction West Asia is caught in a major conflict led by Benjamin Netanyahu and supported by Donald Trump. The war began on February 28, 2026 with U.S.–Israel joint strikes on Iran under Operation Epic Fury. The June 2025 12-day war acted as a precursor. The conflict has caused several… Continue reading The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout
Counting people is not counting disaster risk
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Disaster and disaster management. Introduction Counting total population instead of people exposed to hazards creates a distorted picture of disaster risk. A State may face intense cyclones or floods but still receive less funding if its population is smaller. This weakens disaster preparedness. A proper system must measure where people… Continue reading Counting people is not counting disaster risk
