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 16 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 16 May 2026 I Mains Marathon
[Video] 10 days to prelims 2026 – Exam Day Strategies and Mistakes to avoid
Dear All, We met at Karol Bagh earlier this week. We discussed some exam days strategies and some Dos and Dont’s. Success is nothing but a result of some good decisions and avoiding mistakes. We have highlighted some of them in this video session. Watch below
Productivity, not just growth, for Viksit Bharat
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India has maintained strong economic growth with macroeconomic stability in the post-pandemic period. Real GDP growth reached 6.5% in FY2024-25, supported by domestic demand, controlled inflation, fiscal consolidation, and a stable financial sector. However, according to the KPMG report on India’s next growth phase, achieving Viksit Bharat… Continue reading Productivity, not just growth, for Viksit Bharat
Is Multipolarity Dead in the Age of Trump and Xi?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- international relations Introduction The global order after the Cold War first moved towards American dominance and later towards multipolarity with the rise of middle powers and regional groupings. However, recent developments in US-China relations, especially under Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, indicate the return of big power politics. The growing… Continue reading Is Multipolarity Dead in the Age of Trump and Xi?
India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order
Source: The post “India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order” has been created, based on “The Iran war, India’s strategic autonomy challenges” published in “The Hindu” on 16 May 2026. India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International relations Context: India’s strategic autonomy refers to its ability… Continue reading India and Strategic Autonomy in the Changing Global Order
Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft
Source: The post “Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft” has been created, based on “Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft” published in “The Hindu” on 16 May 2026. Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International relations Context: The boundary between economics and geopolitics has increasingly blurred in the 21st century. Trade,… Continue reading Trade, supply chains and economic statecraft
[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 16 – May – 2026
Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 16-May – 2026 Today’s Brief covers these important themes: Shashi Tharoor in The Hindu talks about trade, supply chains and technology as instruments of statecraft. Sneha M. in IDSA focuses on India–Bhutan rail connectivity as a tool of regional integration, economic growth and strategic depth. Kartik Bommakanti’s article in… Continue reading [Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 16 – May – 2026
India-UAE Relations – Explained Pointwise
India and the United Arab Emirates share a long-standing relationship shaped by trade, cultural exchanges, and strong community connections across the Arabian Sea. Trade in pearls, dates, spices, textiles, and fisheries connected western India with the Gulf region for centuries. Recently, PM Narendra Modi had a brief stopover in Abu Dhabi, days after UAE came… Continue reading India-UAE Relations – Explained Pointwise
Thunderstorms
News: At least 111 people died after a powerful storm and heavy rain hit several districts of Uttar Pradesh recently. About Thunderstorms Thunderstorms are common weather events that form when warm moist air rises, cools, and condenses into towering cumulonimbus clouds. Formation: According to the National Weather Service, three conditions must exist together for a… Continue reading Thunderstorms
Ginger
News: The Centre launched the ₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission to promote GI-certified pharma-grade ginger through processing, branding and exports. About Ginger Ginger is an herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric and cardamom. Economic Part: The rhizome of ginger is the main economic part. Key Components: Gingerol: It is the… Continue reading Ginger
