UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Governance And Gs Paper 1– water-bodies Introduction Water is essential for ecosystems, livelihoods, and economic activities such as agriculture, industry, and energy. Increasing demand, uneven distribution, and ecological stress have intensified pressure on water resources in India. Complex and interlinked river systems further complicate management. The River Basin Management (RBM)… Continue reading The River Basin Management Scheme: Strengthening Water Governance
India–Iran: A partnership of strategic necessity
Source: The post “India–Iran: A partnership of strategic necessity” has been created, based on “India–Iran: A partnership of strategic necessity” published in “The Pioneer” on 18 April 2026. India–Iran: A partnership of strategic necessity. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: India and Iran share deep civilisational ties rooted in centuries of cultural exchange and… Continue reading India–Iran: A partnership of strategic necessity
Why women’s reservation cannot wait any longer
Source: The post “Why women’s reservation cannot wait any longer” has been created, based on “Why women’s reservation cannot wait any longer” published in “The Hindu” on 18 April 2026. Why women’s reservation cannot wait any longer. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: India is one of the world’s largest democracies with high voter participation and… Continue reading Why women’s reservation cannot wait any longer
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 18 – April – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 18 -April-2026 This initiative ultimately aspires to transform everyday news into meaningful academic insight– making PSIR not just a subject to study, but a framework to understand the world. Click Here to Download In a world where political developments evolve rapidly and international dynamics shift constantly, staying informed is… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 18 – April – 2026
Borrowers’ Platform
News: Developing countries launched the first-ever Borrowers’ Platform at IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 to address rising debt pressures collectively. About Borrowers’ Platform It is a dedicated forum for developing countries to coordinate and address sovereign debt challenges. Launched: It was launched during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 by developing countries. Origin: The platform… Continue reading Borrowers’ Platform
Umiam Lake
News: A conservation group opposed a ₹330-crore Taj Umiam Luxury Resort project proposed on an island in Umiam Lake. About Umiam Lake Umiam Lake is a large manmade reservoir created for hydroelectric power generation in Meghalaya. Location: It is located north of Shillong in Meghalaya. It is also called the Barapani Lake. It is one of… Continue reading Umiam Lake
The State of India’s Bats (2024–25) Report
News: The first-ever national assessment, “The State of India’s Bats (2024–25)”, highlights neglect, data gaps, and rising threats to bat species in India. About State of India’s Bats (2024–25) Report It is the first national-level assessment of bat species status in India. Prepared by: The report is prepared by Nature Conservation Foundation and Bat Conservation… Continue reading The State of India’s Bats (2024–25) Report
National Floor Level Minimum Wage (NFLMW)
News: The Indian government is fast-tracking the introduction of a national floor-level minimum wage (NFLMW) to address differences in worker pay across states. About National Floor Level Minimum Wage (NFLMW) The National Floor Level Minimum Wage (NFLMW) is the minimum pay below which no state government can set the minimum wage for workers. Wage includes… Continue reading National Floor Level Minimum Wage (NFLMW)
Geckos
News: Researchers have discovered a new bent-toed gecko species, Cyrtodactylus jayadityai, in the lowland forests of North Tripura. About Geckos Geckos are reptiles belonging to the suborder Gekkota, which includes over 1,000 species of lizards. Family: They are spread across six families: Carphodactylidae, Diplodactylidae, Eublepharidae, Gekkonidae, Phyllodactylidae, and Sphaerodactylidae. Scientific Name: Their scientific name is… Continue reading Geckos
IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme
News: The IndiaAI Mission has announced the selection of 10 cutting-edge Indian AI startups for the second cohort of the IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme. About IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme It is an ambitious initiative designed to empower Indian AI startups with unparalleled global market access. Aim: It aims to provide Indian AI startups… Continue reading IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme
