Caste away: On the Court and caste count

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Polity and governance Introduction The Supreme Court refused to stop caste enumeration in Census 2027 and called it a policy matter of the government. The decision revived the wider debate on caste, welfare, representation and the long-standing contradiction in India’s approach towards caste. While the state wants a casteless society,… Continue reading Caste away: On the Court and caste count

The fault line in India, US ties: America doesn’t understand ‘equal

Source: The post “The fault line in India, US ties: America doesn’t understand ‘equal” has been created, based on “The fault line in India, US ties: America doesn’t understand ‘equal” published in “Indian Express” on 22 May 2026. The fault line in India, US ties: America doesn’t understand ‘equal. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations… Continue reading The fault line in India, US ties: America doesn’t understand ‘equal

[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 22 – May – 2026

Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 22-May – 2026 Today’s brief covers these important themes: In Foreign Affairs, Thant Myint-U analysis why the UN’s old foundations — no war and no empire — are weakening. In ORF, Kayode Fayemi talks about how India and Africa can build a new Global South framework In The Indian… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 22 – May – 2026

Rupa Tarakasi

News: Recent restrictions on silver imports and rising silver prices have severely affected the livelihood of Rupa Tarakasi artisans in Cuttack. About Rupa Tarakasi Rupa Tarakasi  is one of the most exquisite and centuries-old silver filigree crafts practised in the Cuttack, the silver city of Odisha. Origin: The art form has a rich history, dating… Continue reading Rupa Tarakasi

Excelsa Coffee

News: Rising climate stress on Arabica and Robusta coffee has increased attention towards climate-resilient coffee species like Excelsa. About Excelsa Coffee Excelsa coffee (Coffea liberica var. dewevrei): It is a lesser-known coffee species gaining importance for climate resilience and unique flavour. Native to: It is native to parts of Tropical and West Africa as well… Continue reading Excelsa Coffee

Key facts about Netherlands

News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the Netherlands for the second leg of his five-country tour. Key facts about Netherlands Location: The Netherlands is located in Northwestern Europe. It is also known as Holland.  It is geographically positioned in both the Northern and Eastern hemispheres of the Earth. Boundary nations: The Netherlands is bordered by… Continue reading Key facts about Netherlands

Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968

News: The Judges Inquiry Committee submitted its report on allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. About Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 explains the procedure for the removal of judges from office through parliamentary process. Constitutional Backing: The Constitution provides that a judge can be removed only by an… Continue reading Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968

FAO Agricola Medal

News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the prestigious FAO Agricola Medal by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nation in recognition of his contribution to food security, sustainable agriculture and rural development. About FAO Agricola Medal Conferred by: It is one of the highest honours awarded by the Food and Agriculture… Continue reading FAO Agricola Medal

UMMID Initiative

News: Union Minister for Science and Technology dedicated the UMMID Network to the nation at New Delhi. About UMMID Initiative UMMID stands for Unique Methods of Management of Inherited Disorders. Initiated by: It is a national initiative led by the Department of Biotechnology to tackle inherited genetic disorders. Launch year: It was launched in 2019.… Continue reading UMMID Initiative

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