Source: The post India must prioritise quality FDI over headline inflow figures has been created, based on the article “ A complex turn in India’s FDI story” published in “The Hindu” on 8 September 2025. India must prioritise quality FDI over headline inflow figures. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Indian economy and mobilisation… Continue reading India must prioritise quality FDI over headline inflow figures
Great Nicobar Island Project
Source: The post Great Nicobar project threatens tribes ecology and disaster safety has been created, based on the article “The making of an ecological disaster in the Nicobar” published in “The Hindu” on 8 September 2025. Great Nicobar Island Project. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- economy- infrastructure, and environment conservation. Context: The Great Nicobar… Continue reading Great Nicobar Island Project
Building Sustainable cities in India
Source: The post Building Sustainable cities in India has been created, based on the article “Building a city of the Future” published in “Business Line” on 4 September 2025. Building Sustainable cities in India. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Context:… Continue reading Building Sustainable cities in India
GST 2.0
Source: The post GST 2.0 has been created, based on the article “GST 2.0 will empower young Indians” published in “The Hindu” on 8th September 2025. GST 2.0. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Context: India has a young demographic which… Continue reading GST 2.0
National Infrastructure Pipeline – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
According to the Economic Survey 2024-25, India needs a continued step-up of infrastructure investment over the next two decades to sustain a high rate of growth. The Economic Survey states that building infrastructure – physical, digital and social – has been a central focus area for the Government in the last five years. This has… Continue reading National Infrastructure Pipeline – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Beas River
News: Amid unprecedented rainfall in its catchment, the Beas in Himachal Pradesh recorded its highest-ever inflow of 11.70 BCM between July 1 and September 5. About Beas River Earlier it was known as Vipas (“Unfettered river ”). Origin: Beas Kund, near Rohtang Pass (at a height of 4,062 m above sea level) in Himachal Pradesh,… Continue reading Beas River
Taliban Sanctions Committee (TSC)
News: Taliban foreign minister cancelled a planned India visit after failing to secure a UN Security Council travel-ban waiver. About Taliban Sanctions Committee (TSC) It is a subsidiary body of the UN Security Council focused on Taliban-linked individuals and entities. Established in: It was established in 2011 by Resolution 1988 after the split from the… Continue reading Taliban Sanctions Committee (TSC)
Functional Genomics
News: Personalised medicine customises cancer treatment based on genes, but tests can be unclear. Functional genomics helps understand genes better and guide treatment. It is slowly spreading in Africa despite high costs and limited resources. About Functional Genomics Functional genomics is the study of the physiological and biochemical effects of gene functions and interactions, emphasising… Continue reading Functional Genomics
Self-Respect Movement
News: Oxford conference commemorates the centenary of the Self-Respect Movement, highlighting Periyar’s worldwide impact. About the Self-Respect Movement It was a social reform movement launched in 1925 by E.V. Ramasamy (Periyar) in Tamil Nadu. Objective: The main objectives of the movement were: Annihilation of Caste System: Challenged the caste hierarchy and Brahmanical supremacy. Promotion of… Continue reading Self-Respect Movement
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 September 2025 I Mains Marathon
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 8 September 2025 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 8 September 2025 I Mains Marathon
