Source: The post Tariffs as a Catalyst for Structural Reforms in India has been created, based on the article “Tariffs must spark reforms” published in “Economic times” on 1 September 2025. Tariffs as a Catalyst for Structural Reforms in India. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- 2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing… Continue reading Tariffs as a Catalyst for Structural Reforms in India
Indo-China Relation
Source: The post Indo-China Relation has been created, based on the article “A reconnection in Tianjin” published in “Indian Express” on 01st September 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Context: The bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President… Continue reading Indo-China Relation
Registrar General of India (RGI) and Census 2027
News: The Registrar General of India (RGI) has requested a budget of ₹14,618.95 crore to conduct the Census 2027, which will be India’s first “Digital Census” and will also include the collection of caste data. About Registrar General of India (RGI) In 1949, the Government of India created a permanent organisation under the Ministry of… Continue reading Registrar General of India (RGI) and Census 2027
Blue Dragons
News: Several beaches in Spain and Famara beaches in Lanzarote were closed earlier this month after blue dragons began to wash ashore. About Blue Dragons Blue dragons are mollusks and belong to the nudibranch family, which means they are related to snails. Scientific name: Glaucus atlanticus. It is also called the sea swallow, blue angel,… Continue reading Blue Dragons
Green Credit Programme (GCP)
News: The Environment Ministry notified a new methodology on August 29 for tree-plantation credits under the Green Credit Programme (GCP). About Green Credit Programme (GCP) It is an innovative market-based mechanism designed to incentivize voluntary environmental actions across diverse sectors, by various stakeholders like individuals, communities, private sector industries, and companies. Launched: It was launched… Continue reading Green Credit Programme (GCP)
Green bonds
NEWS: Global issuance of green bonds has crossed $3 trillion and reached $577 billion in 2024, yet they account for only 3 per cent of the bond market. About Green bonds Green bonds are debt instruments issued by governments (Sovereign Green Bonds issued by RBI), corporations, and multilateral banks to raise funds for projects that… Continue reading Green bonds
SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The 25th SCO Summit is being held from August 31 to September 1, 2025, in Tianjin, China. It marks the fifth time China hosts the summit and is expected to be the largest gathering in SCO history. Leaders from over 20 countries, plus heads of about 10 international organizations, will be present. PM Narendra Modi… Continue reading SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Orcinus Orca (Killer Whale)
News: A new study in the Journal of Comparative Psychology investigates why orcas are provisioning humans. About Orcinus Orca (Killer Whale) It is a dolphin in the family Delphinidae, not a true whale, and it is the most widely distributed of all cetaceans. It is commonly called as the killer whale. It is an extremely… Continue reading Orcinus Orca (Killer Whale)
UPSC Mains 2025 Optional Papers – PDF | Download Now
The UPSC Civil Services Mains 2025 Optional Papers have been conducted. Optional subjects are a crucial factor in determining the final merit, carrying 500 marks in total (Paper I & Paper II). Many aspirants choose popular subjects such as Anthropology, Sociology, PSIR, , Public Administration, Hindi Literature, among others. You can download all UPSC Mains… Continue reading UPSC Mains 2025 Optional Papers – PDF | Download Now
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 1 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 1 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 1 September 2025 I Mains Marathon
