UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Infrastructure ( Energy). Introduction India’s energy security is under increasing pressure due to rising electricity demand, climate commitments, and heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels. Limited domestic uranium and vast thorium reserves shaped India’s long-term nuclear strategy. With the expansion of pressurised heavy water reactors and access to imported… Continue reading Thorium-Based Nuclear Energy for India’s Energy Security
Age Limit on Social Media: Economic Survey’s Plan to Tackle Digital Addiction
Source: The post “Age Limit on Social Media: Economic Survey’s Plan to Tackle Digital Addiction” has been created, based on “Age Limit on Social Media: Economic Survey’s Plan to Tackle Digital Addiction” published in “Indian Express” on 30 January 2026. Age Limit on Social Media: Economic Survey’s Plan to Tackle Digital Addiction. UPSC Syllabus: GS… Continue reading Age Limit on Social Media: Economic Survey’s Plan to Tackle Digital Addiction
How Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 seeks to tackle India’s burgeoning waste problem
Source: The post “How Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 seeks to tackle India’s burgeoning waste problem” has been created, based on “How Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 seeks to tackle India’s burgeoning waste problem” published in “Indian Express” on 30 January 2026. How Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 seeks to tackle India’s burgeoning waste problem.… Continue reading How Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 seeks to tackle India’s burgeoning waste problem
Hoverflies
News: Concern is growing over declining pollinator populations worldwide, bringing attention to the ecological importance of non-bee pollinators such as hoverflies. About Hoverflies Hoverflies are a diverse group and not a single insect type. They belong to the Syrphidae family of Diptera, which includes more than 6,000 species across 377 genera worldwide. Different hoverfly species… Continue reading Hoverflies
Euratom
News: The European Union (EU) and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy under the India–Euratom agreement. About Euratom The European Atomic Energy Community (EAEC or EURATOM) is an international organisation created by Treaty of Rome signed on 25 March 1957. Entered into force: 1st January 1958 Objective:… Continue reading Euratom
Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder
News: The Government of India approved the Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder under PMMSY with full central financial assistance. About Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder It is a modern harbour project planned to improve fisheries infrastructure using technology and sustainable practices. Location: It is located at Mayabunder in the Andaman and… Continue reading Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder
Gita Mittal Committee
News: The Supreme Court extended the tenure of the all-women Gita Mittal Committee monitoring rehabilitation work in violence-affected Manipur by six months. About Gita Mittal Committee The Gita Mittal Committee is an all-women committee of three former High Court judges formed to support rehabilitation in Manipur. Appointed by: The committee was appointed by the Supreme… Continue reading Gita Mittal Committee
Indo-Pacific Leopard Shark
News: Conservationists have launched Thailand’s first rewilding project by releasing a young Indo-Pacific leopard shark into Maiton Island. About Indo-Pacific Leopard Shark Indo-Pacific leopard sharks are slow-swimming reef sharks. Scientific name: Stegostoma tigrinum Habitat: They live in coastal waters and can be found from the intertidal zone to depths of about 62 metres. They prefer… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Leopard Shark
Sea of Japan
News: Recently, North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan disturbing the already sensitive region. About Sea of Japan The Sea of Japan is a marginal sea located in the western Pacific Ocean. Boundaries: It is bounded by Russia and Sakhalin Island in the north, by North Korea in the west, South… Continue reading Sea of Japan
Public Health Sector- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
India’s public health system struggles with chronic underfunding, privatization, policy failure, and social inequalities. At the same time, the risk factors for disease are steadily rising due to policy gaps & systemic policy failures. The consumption of ultra-processed foods is driving an epidemic of non-communicable diseases, while unchecked air, water, and soil pollution, along with… Continue reading Public Health Sector- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
