On scientific collaborations in BRICS

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International Relations Introduction BRICS is a major global grouping with strong share in global GDP, population, natural resources, and scientific capacity. It promotes a multipolar system and reduces dependence on Western dominance. In a time of geopolitical tensions, sanctions, and techno-nationalism, cooperation in science, technology, and innovation (STI) has become important,… Continue reading On scientific collaborations in BRICS

A bit of a blur over India’s new carbon credit plan

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3-Environment Introduction The Union Budget 2026 announced a ₹20,000 crore carbon credit programme, creating confusion about its purpose. One view links it to industrial Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), while another sees it as income support for farmers. Official evidence supports the industrial focus, but a parallel narrative has led… Continue reading A bit of a blur over India’s new carbon credit plan

India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning

Source: The post “India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning” has been created, based on “India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning” published in “The Hindu” on 18 March 2026. India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: India’s West… Continue reading India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning

Prison outbreak: On the health crisis in India’s prisons

Source: The post “Prison outbreak: On the health crisis in India’s prisons” has been created, based on “Prison outbreak: On the health crisis in India’s prisons” published in “Business Line” on 18 March 2026. Prison outbreak: On the health crisis in India’s prisons. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Indian prisons are facing a serious… Continue reading Prison outbreak: On the health crisis in India’s prisons

Dasosaurus tocantinensis

News: Brazilian scientists identified a new giant dinosaur species with links to Spain, supporting past land connections among South America, Africa and Europe. About Dasosaurus Tocantinensis Dasosaurus tocantinensis is a newly identified species of giant, long-necked herbivorous dinosaur discovered in Brazil. Location: Fossils were unearthed in the Maranhão region of northeastern Brazil, near the Tocantins… Continue reading Dasosaurus tocantinensis

Japanese Chum Salmon 

News: Research showed that marine conditions in the North Pacific have significantly reduced suitable habitat for Japanese chum salmon over the past 25 years. About Japanese Chum Salmon Japanese chum salmon is a migratory fish species of Chum salmon. They are commonly known as “shirozake” in Japan.  Distribution: They are the most widely distributed of… Continue reading Japanese Chum Salmon 

Nagoya Protocol

News: India submitted its First National Report on Nagoya Protocol implementation to CBD Secretariat on 27 February 2026, covering progress from 2017–2025. About Nagoya Protocol The Nagoya Protocol is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological Diversity for access and benefit sharing (ABS). Adoption: It was adopted on 29 October 2010 in Nagoya, Japan.… Continue reading Nagoya Protocol

PRATEEK JOSHI, UPSC IAS 2025 Topper, AIR 196 – Biography, State, Marksheet, and Answer Copy

Dear Friends, We are happy to release the Mains answer copy of PRATEEK JOSHI. He has secured AIR 196 in the UPSC IAS Civil Services Examination 2025. Aspirants can learn from these copies and strategize their preparation accordingly.   Download link:  PRATEEK JOSHI, UPSC IAS 2025 Toppers, AIR 196, Sample MGP (GS) Copy PRATEEK JOSHI,… Continue reading PRATEEK JOSHI, UPSC IAS 2025 Topper, AIR 196 – Biography, State, Marksheet, and Answer Copy

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