Introduction Across many sectors, workers face unstable jobs, reclassification, and lost benefits. Informality is widespread. Forced and coercive work still exists. The draft Shram Shakti Niti 2025 promises a fair, inclusive, and future-ready system. It links social security, safety, skills, and digital tools. The real question is delivery: will protections reach informal, gig, and low-literacy… Continue reading Lacunae in India’s Labour Policy
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Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Source: The post “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP) ” has been created, based on “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)” published in “Indian Express” on 12 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economy Context: The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is a crucial indicator that… Continue reading Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Role of a Pay Commission in India
Source: The post “Role of a Pay Commission in India” has been created, based on “What is the role of a pay commission?” published in “The Hindu” on 11 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance Context: A Pay Commission is established by the Government of India through an executive order to review… Continue reading Role of a Pay Commission in India
R&D: A public & private challenge
Source: The post “R&D: A public & private challenge” has been created, based on “R&D: A public & private challenge” published in “Indian Express” on 11 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Context: Research and Development (R&D) is the backbone of innovation, economic growth, and technological self-reliance. However, India’s Gross Expenditure… Continue reading R&D: A public & private challenge
Celebration of India–Bhutan Ties
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 -International Relations – India and its neighborhood- relations. Introduction Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Bhutan for Jigme Singye Wangchuck’s (previous king ) 70th birthday highlights the depth and continuity of India–Bhutan ties. The relationship has moved from the 1949 Treaty to the 2007 sovereign-equality framework, anchored by hydropower… Continue reading Celebration of India–Bhutan Ties
India’s AI Guidelines for Tech Regulation
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 –Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Introduction India has unveiled governance guidelines for Artificial Intelligence to balance innovation with accountability and growth with safety. The approach prefers agile, sector-specific regulation over an immediate new AI law. It… Continue reading India’s AI Guidelines for Tech Regulation
Nutritional Transformation Needed in India
India must shift from food security to nutritional security. Child undernutrition remains high even as diets and incomes change. The path forward is a sustainable, nutrient-rich food system where functional foods and smart proteins help close protein and micronutrient gaps without worsening environmental stress. Nutritional Transformation Needed in India. Functional Foods Functional foods are enriched… Continue reading Nutritional Transformation Needed in India
The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 -Indian economy. Introduction Rising household indebtedness in South India reflects a complex economic pattern. It signals both greater financial access and growing reliance on credit. The trend invites attention to regional disparities, socio-economic factors influencing borrowing, and the broader impact of inclusive finance. Understanding these dimensions helps assess whether… Continue reading The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Source: The post “Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)” has been created, based on “Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)” published in “The Hindu” on 10 November 2025. Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). UPSC Syllabus: GS… Continue reading Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Bihar’s Makhana Potential
Source: The post “Bihar’s Makhana Potential” has been created, based on “Bihar’s Makhana Potential” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 10 November 2025. Bihar’s Makhana Potential. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Introduction: Bihar is the largest producer of makhana (fox nut) in India, accounting for about 90 percent of national production and… Continue reading Bihar’s Makhana Potential
