Source: The post “The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics” has been created, based on “The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics” published in “The Hindu” on 4 December 2025. The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: Urban resilience, particularly in the face… Continue reading The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics
A Dismantling of Base of Environmental Regulation
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction In CREDAI vs Vanashakti (November 18, 2025), the Supreme Court recalled its May 2025 decision that had struck down ex post facto environmental clearances (ECs). This recall reopens the dispute and weakens a strict, preventive approach based on prior ECs. It raises concern that finished projects and… Continue reading A Dismantling of Base of Environmental Regulation
A Missing Link in India’s Mineral Mission
Introduction India wants secure, low-carbon growth, but its critical mineral policy still focuses more on mining than on processing. Processing is the missing link that decides whether India remains a supplier of raw ores or becomes a builder of resilient, high-tech industries. Closing this gap is central to energy security, industrial competitiveness, and strategic autonomy.… Continue reading A Missing Link in India’s Mineral Mission
World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM) 2025
News- The World Summit on Disaster Management 2025 in Dehradun announced stronger weather forecasting capacity for disaster-prone Uttarakhand. About World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM) 2025 WSDM 2025 is a global platform on disaster resilience that brings together scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and industry leaders to discuss strategies for disaster risk reduction in a changing climate.… Continue reading World Summit on Disaster Management (WSDM) 2025
High-Speed Test of Indigenous Fighter Escape System
News- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sled test of a fighter aircraft escape system at controlled velocity. About the Test The test was conducted to validate canopy severance, ejection sequencing, and complete aircrew recovery. It marks a major achievement in India’s indigenous defence capability and places India among… Continue reading High-Speed Test of Indigenous Fighter Escape System
Tourism in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh stands as India’s leading tourism destination, witnessing a dramatic rise in footfall-from 23 crore in 2016–17 to 48 crore in 2023–24 and aims to attract 80 crore tourists by 2028. Table of Content Tourism in Uttar Pradesh Tourism Diversity in Uttar Pradesh Tourism Infrastructure & Connectivity Economic Significance of Tourism in UP Government… Continue reading Tourism in Uttar Pradesh
New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
News: Recently, five products from Tamil Nadu have been granted the Geographical Indications (GI) tag. About New Geographical Indication (GI) Products About Woraiyur Cotton Sari The Woraiyur cotton saris is native to Tiruchi district, Tamil Nadu. They are woven in Manamedu on the banks of the Cauvery. The saree is traditionally woven using a ‘korvai… Continue reading New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025
News- Recently, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, in a notification, highlighted the change in the definition of small companies under the Companies Act, 2013. About Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025 The Central Government has issued the Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025, amending the Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Rules,… Continue reading Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025
Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary
News: A rare striated grassbird was sighted in Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary in Gadchiroli, marking a major range expansion in Maharashtra. About Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra. Established: The sanctuary was established in 1986 as a protected area for wildlife conservation. Area: The sanctuary spans approximately… Continue reading Charpala Wildlife Sanctuary
Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative
News: Government has designated Dakshina Kannada as a District Export Hub (DEH) under the Districts as Export Hubs initiative. About Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) Initiative Initiative by: Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce. It was launched in August 2019. It is based on the vision that every district in India has… Continue reading Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative
