UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s CAFE-III norms will govern passenger vehicles from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2032. They aim to improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO₂ emissions through tighter targets, EV super-credits, technology credits and benefits for alternative fuels. However, the weight-sensitive design raises concerns because heavier vehicles can still… Continue reading CAFE Smokescreen
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India can no longer overlook its pasture lands
Source: The post “India can no longer overlook its pasture lands” has been created based on “India can no longer overlook its pasture lands” published in “Business Line” on 1 October 2026. India can no longer overlook its pasture lands. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Environment Context: Rangelands and permanent pastures are important common resources that support livestock… Continue reading India can no longer overlook its pasture lands
Why bond yields are staying high
Source: The post “Why bond yields are staying high” has been created based on “Why bond yields are staying high” published in “Business Line” on 30 September 2026. Why bond yields are staying high. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Indian Economy Context: High bond yields have become a global phenomenon. Even though inflation has declined, long-term government… Continue reading Why bond yields are staying high
Digital agriculture and the problem of exclusion
Source: The post “Digital agriculture and the problem of exclusion” has been created based on “Digital agriculture and the problem of exclusion” published in “Business Line” on 30 September 2026. Digital agriculture and the problem of exclusion. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Indian Economy Context: In recent times, the Digital technologies, including AI, have significant potential to… Continue reading Digital agriculture and the problem of exclusion
Prioritise insurance distribution reforms
Source: The post “Prioritise insurance distribution reforms” has been created based on “Prioritise insurance distribution reforms” published in “Business Line” on 28 September 2026. Prioritise insurance distribution reforms. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Indian Economy Context: IRDAI released a consultation paper on distribution reforms on September 23, acknowledging that the 2023 reforms had not fully achieved their… Continue reading Prioritise insurance distribution reforms
The next phase of Make in India
Source: The post “The next phase of Make in India” has been created based on “The next phase of Make in India” published in “Business Line” on 25 September 2026. The next phase of Make in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: Make in India was launched in 2014 with the objective of making India… Continue reading The next phase of Make in India
Effect of a wider EPFO net
Source: The post “Effect of a wider EPFO net” has been created based on “Effect of a wider EPFO net published in “Business Line” on 25 September 2026. Effect of a wider EPFO net. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: The Union Cabinet raised the mandatory EPFO wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month on… Continue reading Effect of a wider EPFO net
Cyber resilience in banking sector
Source: The post “Cyber resilience in banking sector” has been created based on “Cyber resilience in banking sector” published in “Business Line” on 24 September 2026. Cyber resilience in banking sector. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: India’s banking sector is increasingly dependent on digital infrastructure, fintechs, technology providers and third-party service providers. The emergence of… Continue reading Cyber resilience in banking sector
How India can counter the Graham Act
Source: The post “How India can counter the Graham Act” has been created based on “How India can counter the Graham Act” published in “Business Line” on 23 September 2026. How India can counter the Graham Act. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: India faces a dual challenge of high dependence on Russian crude oil and… Continue reading How India can counter the Graham Act
Why it’s time to scrap dollar billing for local SEZ deals
Source: The post “Why it’s time to scrap dollar billing for local SEZ deals” has been created based on “Why it’s time to scrap dollar billing for local SEZ deals” published in “Business Line” on 23 September 2026. Why it’s time to scrap dollar billing for local SEZ deals. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: Special… Continue reading Why it’s time to scrap dollar billing for local SEZ deals
