Source: The post “The political cost of unconditional cash transfers” has been created based on “The political cost of UCT” published in “The Hindu” on 07th September 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: Since 2020, Unconditional Cash Transfer (UCT) schemes have become an important electoral strategy in several Indian states, particularly for attracting women… Continue reading The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Ancient Port of Poompuhar
News: The third phase of underwater archaeological exploration has commenced off Poompuhar to trace the maritime trade links of ancient Tamils. About Ancient Port of Poompuhar Poompuhar was a flourishing ancient port city known as Kaveripoompattinam. Location: It is located in Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, near where the Cauveri River flows into the Bay of… Continue reading Ancient Port of Poompuhar
Inflation Targeting in India – Effectiveness & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
India has just completed a decade of inflation targeting as a formal policy framework of the RBI. The RBI adopted the Inflation Targeting on the recommendations of the Urjit Patel Committee in 2016. Hence, there is a requirement for an elaborate review to examine the performance of this method. In this article, we will analyze… Continue reading Inflation Targeting in India – Effectiveness & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
APNIC 62
News: More than 600 Internet experts, policymakers and technology leaders have gathered in Mumbai for APNIC 62, being held from 4 to 10 September 2026. About APNIC 62 APNIC 62 is a conference bringing together Internet and networking experts, government representatives and industry leaders to share ideas, experience and develop policies related to Internet operations. Organised… Continue reading APNIC 62
Mount Anak Krakatau
News: Eight Indonesian airports, including two serving Jakarta, remained closed because of volcanic ash from eruptions at Mount Anak Krakatau. About Mount Anak Krakatau Location: Mount Anak Krakatau is situated in the Sunda Strait between the islands of Java and Sumatra in Indonesia. Anak Krakatau is literally translated as the ‘’Son of Krakatoa’’. It lies along… Continue reading Mount Anak Krakatau
National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK)
News: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has made the appointment of the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Members of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK). About National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) The National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) is a non- statutory body established under the National Commission for Safai… Continue reading National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK)
Key Facts about Luxembourg
News: Luxembourg’s Deputy PM Xavier Bettel will visit India from September 7–9 to meet S. Jaishankar and attend events in Chennai. Key Facts About Luxembourg Luxembourg is a landlocked country located in northwestern Europe. It is one of the smallest countries in the world. Bordering nation: It is bordered by Belgium on the west and… Continue reading Key Facts about Luxembourg
Osbeckia ulotricha
News: Botanists recently identified a new woolly-haired flowering plant, Osbeckia ulotricha, in the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve. About Osbeckia ulotricha Osbeckia ulotricha is a flowering plant growing in the shola grasslands of the Western Ghats. Family: It belongs to the Melastomataceae family. Distribution: It is endemic to the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve. Habitat: It grows mainly in… Continue reading Osbeckia ulotricha
UPSC Prelims Marathon 7 September – Jainism Literature’s – 2026
Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjectwise MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 7 September Jainism Literature’s For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here, For schedule, refer to… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 7 September – Jainism Literature’s – 2026
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 7 September 2026
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 7 September 2026
