Hard power and soft power are two contrasting forms of influence used by countries in international relations to achieve their objectives. Table of Content Introduction Hard Power Soft Power The Rise of Smart Power Introduction: Hard Power and Soft Power are foundational concepts in international relations, used to describe the different ways nations exert influence… Continue reading Hard Power & Soft Power – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The race for global leadership in science
Source: The post “The race for global leadership in science” has been created, based on “The race for global leadership in science” published in “The Hindu” on 28 October 2025. The race for global leadership in science. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Science & Technology Context: The United States has historically dominated global science and… Continue reading The race for global leadership in science
A start for North-South carbon market cooperation
Source: The post “A start for North-South carbon market cooperation” has been created, based on “A start for North-South carbon market cooperation” published in “The Hindu” on 28 October 2025. A start for North-South carbon market cooperation. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -2-Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests Context:… Continue reading A start for North-South carbon market cooperation
Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR)
News: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released the October edition of the twice a year, Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) recently. About Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) It provides a comprehensive assessment of the global financial system, highlighting vulnerabilities, and giving policy recommendations to bolster resilience. Published by: International Monetary Fund (IMF) Frequency: Twice… Continue reading Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR)
CMS-03 Satellite
News: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch military communications satellite CMS-03 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. About CMS-03 Satellite CMS-03 is a multi-band communication satellite that will provide services over a wide oceanic region including the Indian landmass. It is also known as GSAT-7R. Launched by: Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) The… Continue reading CMS-03 Satellite
Cyclone Montha
News: Cyclone Montha has intensified over the southeast Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast. About Cyclone Montha Cyclone Montha is a tropical cyclone forming over the Bay of Bengal as a low-pressure system. Named after: The cyclone, whose name meaning “fragrant flower” was provided by Thailand. The… Continue reading Cyclone Montha
MAHA-MedTech Mission
News: Recently, Maha MedTech Mission was launched to strengthen India’s Medical Technology Ecosystem. About MAHA-MedTech Mission MAHA Medtech stands for Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas (MAHA) – Medical Technology (महा MedTech) Launched by: The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Gates Foundation Aim:… Continue reading MAHA-MedTech Mission
[Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – October, 2025 – 3rd week
Hello everyone, We are posting a compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of October 2025 – Third week. Click on the following link to download Download About Prelims Marathon Daily Prelims Marathon is focused on UPSC Prelims 2026. Under this initiative, we post, daily 10 MCQs, based on the provided weekly schedule. For More… Continue reading [Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – October, 2025 – 3rd week
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 27 October 2025 I Mains Marathon
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 27th October 2025 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 27 October 2025 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 28 October 2025 I Mains Marathon
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 28 October 2025 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 28 October 2025 I Mains Marathon
