Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 6 May 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 6 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 6 – May – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 6 -May – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important themes: Debak Das in ORF Middle East focuses on the end of nuclear arms control and its impact on the global non-proliferation order. Matthew Finkel in Foreign Affairs talks about Japan’s return to hard power and rise in its defence… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 6 – May – 2026
India’s Energy Security – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The conflict in West Asia has demonstrated the speed with which geopolitical shocks have been transmitted to India’s domestic economy. India is projected to see its economy growth slowdown from 7.4% in FY26 to 6.5% in FY27 with a projected increase in inflation from 2.3% to 4.4% due to disruptions observed in the energy supply… Continue reading India’s Energy Security – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Bhitarkanika National Park and Microplastics
News: A new study found microplastics with heavy metals in sediments at all 20 sampled sites within and around Bhitarkanika sanctuary. About Bhitarkanika National Park Location: Bhitarkanika National Park is located in the Kendrapara district of Odisha. Surrounded by: The park is surrounded by the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, while Gahirmatha Beach and Marine Sanctuary lie… Continue reading Bhitarkanika National Park and Microplastics
Increasing the Judge Strength of the Supreme Court of India
News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, approved the proposal to introduce the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, in Parliament, increasing the Judge Strength of the Supreme Court of India. About Increasing the Judge Strength of the Supreme Court of India The government has recently approved the Supreme Court (Number… Continue reading Increasing the Judge Strength of the Supreme Court of India
Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0
News: The Union Cabinet approved Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 to support businesses facing liquidity stress due to the West Asia crisis. About Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0 provides government-backed additional credit support to eligible businesses facing temporary liquidity stress. Commencement of the Scheme: The Emergency Credit… Continue reading Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme 5.0
Riverine Heatwaves
News: Several studies have highlighted the increase in intensity and frequency of riverine heatwaves across rivers globally. About Riverine Heatwaves Definition: Riverine heatwaves are defined as periods where daily mean river water temperatures exceed the 90th percentile threshold of the locally defined and seasonally varying river temperatures, for at least five consecutive days. An increase… Continue reading Riverine Heatwaves
Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
News: The Department of Financial Services approved Viability Plan 2.0 to strengthen financial stability and improve operational efficiency in Regional Rural Banks. About Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) Viability Plan 2.0: It is a revised three-year framework to improve financial sustainability and long-term competitiveness of RRBs. Implementing Ministry: Department of Financial Services (DFS)… Continue reading Viability Plan 2.0 for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
PSIR Brief Issue # 45
Today’s brief covers these important themes: Debak Das in ORF Middle East focuses on the end of nuclear arms control and its impact on the global non-proliferation order. Matthew Finkel in Foreign Affairs talks about Japan’s return to hard power and rise in its defence spending. Michael Kovrig’s article in Foreign Affairs analyses the politics… Continue reading PSIR Brief Issue # 45
Mission for Cotton Productivity
News: Cabinet approves “Mission for Cotton Productivity” for Self-Sufficiency in Cotton and Competitiveness in Global Textile Markets by 2030-31. About Mission for Cotton Productivity Mission for Cotton Productivity is an initiative to address bottlenecks, declining growth, and quality concerns in India’s cotton sector. It aligns with the 5F vision (Farm to Fibre to Factory to… Continue reading Mission for Cotton Productivity
