UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The rupee nearing the 95 per dollar mark shows rising external pressure and highlights the need to increase global demand for the currency. At the same time, the use of rupee in foreign trade settlement has started in a limited way over the last four years. Global… Continue reading Time to Push for Rupee Internationalisation
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Allied healthcare needs attention
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Allied healthcare needs attention. Introduction Healthcare is not limited to doctors and hospitals. It depends on Allied and Healthcare Professionals (AHPs) like lab technologists, physiotherapists and technicians who deliver actual care. They form nearly 60%… Continue reading Allied healthcare needs attention
What happens when CAD rises
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Even with 7.4% growth, contained inflation, Current Account Deficit (CAD) at ~0.8% of GDP, and $701.4 billion reserves, the rupee fell over 5% last year and equity markets turned volatile. This reflects a disconnect between strong macro fundamentals and external outcomes. When oil prices rise, import bills… Continue reading What happens when CAD rises
Environmental Impact of the War
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environment Introduction Conflicts create large environmental damage through emissions, pollution, and weak governance. The first 14 days of the US–Israel war on Iran emitted over 5 million tonnes of greenhouse gases, exceeding 84 countries combined. Militaries are major polluters, and their activities release toxins, damage ecosystems, and weaken environmental systems.… Continue reading Environmental Impact of the War
PN3, amidst fragile capital flows
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Union government has eased rules under Press Note 3 (PN3) to improve FDI inflows from land-border countries. This shift comes at a time when net FDI inflows have sharply declined despite strong gross inflows. The move also reflects improving India–China relations and aims to… Continue reading PN3, amidst fragile capital flows
PSUs and insolvency
Source: The post “PSUs and insolvency” has been created, based on “PSUs and insolvency” published in “BusinessLine” on 26 March 2026. PSUs and insolvency. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) was enacted to provide a time-bound framework for insolvency resolution of corporate entities in India. The Code applies… Continue reading PSUs and insolvency
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
Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke
Source: The post “Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke” has been created, based on “Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke” published in “Business Line” on 16 March 2026. Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global maritime chokepoint that facilitates large volumes of energy and fertilizer feedstock trade.… Continue reading Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke
Digital world should be made safe for children to inhabit
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The digital world has become a central space where children learn, communicate, and interact. Social media platforms and digital technologies now shape everyday life for young users. Children represent nearly one-third of global internet users, yet digital platforms are not designed primarily for their protection.… Continue reading Digital world should be made safe for children to inhabit
Is India’s poverty rate 5% or 24%?
Source: The post “Is India’s poverty rate 5% or 24%?” has been created, based on “Is India’s poverty rate 5% or 24%?” published in “BusinessLine” on 11 March 2026. Is India’s poverty rate 5% or 24%? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: Recent debates suggest that India’s poverty rate could be around 5% or 24%,… Continue reading Is India’s poverty rate 5% or 24%?
