UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International relations Introduction India is reconsidering its Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) framework after finding that its restrictive approach has made some treaty negotiations difficult. It may introduce a Qualified Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) provision to address investor concerns and improve investment certainty, especially with major partners such as the European Union (EU), without… Continue reading Why India may revive ‘Most-Favoured-Nation’ rule in bilateral treaties
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Public Insurance Registry (PIR)
News: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) proposed a Public Insurance Registry (PIR) as a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the insurance sector. About Public Insurance Registry (PIR) Public Insurance Registry (PIR) has been proposed as a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the insurance sector. Proposed by: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority… Continue reading Public Insurance Registry (PIR)
India Needs a Grid Revolution
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India has rapidly expanded its clean energy capacity, bringing the 500 GW non-fossil capacity target within reach. However, adding renewable capacity alone cannot ensure affordable, reliable and clean electricity. The grid must also absorb, transmit and deliver this power when consumers need it. Rising renewable generation, changing demand… Continue reading India Needs a Grid Revolution
Decentralised Education, Create Jobs
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education, Human Resources. Introduction India’s large young population is increasingly educated, but many young adults still face unemployment and weak employment prospects. The core problem is not only access to education but also its quality, relevance and connection with… Continue reading Decentralised Education, Create Jobs
Ecologically Sensitive Areas
News: The Western Ghats may soon receive stronger legal protection in at least three states through the notification of Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESAs). About Ecologically Sensitive Areas Ecologically Sensitive Areas are protected buffer areas around protected areas, such as national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. It is also known as Ecologically Sensitive zones in some contexts. … Continue reading Ecologically Sensitive Areas
Drunix Platform
News: NPCI launched Drunix Platform to help organisations build and scale tokenisation platforms, digital asset ecosystems, and multi-organisation networks. About Drunix Drunix is an open-source blockchain platform to help companies build and scale tokenisation platforms, digital asset ecosystems, and multi-organisation networks. Launched by: It has been launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). Aim:… Continue reading Drunix Platform
Udant Martand
News: Hindi Journalism Day is observed on 30 May every year to celebrate the role of journalism as the fourth pillar of democracy. The day marks the launch of Udant Martand, India’s first Hindi newspaper. About Udant Martand Udant Martand is India’s first newspaper published in Hindi. It was first published on May 30, 1826.… Continue reading Udant Martand
Power Gap Index
News: Economic survey 2025-26 has cited data from the Power Gap Index to explain how India is a victim of geopolitics and a strategic power gap and is operating below its full strategic potential. About Power Gap Index It is a secondary analysis derived from the Asia Power Index. Released by: Australia-based Lowy Institute. It reveals the… Continue reading Power Gap Index
RBI’s new guidelines may slow expansion of urban cooperative banks
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Economy Introduction RBI’s new guidelines may slow expansion of urban cooperative banks by linking growth directly to deposit size, capital strength, governance quality, and compliance capacity. The revised framework introduces deposit-based regulatory tiers, higher capital needs, and stricter oversight. While the aim is to protect depositors after recent bank… Continue reading RBI’s new guidelines may slow expansion of urban cooperative banks
50 years of RRBs: A story of reform and transformation in rural India
Source: The post “50 years of RRBs: A story of reform and transformation in rural India” has been created, based on “50 years of RRBs: A story of reform and transformation in rural India” published in “Business Standard” on 16 December 2025. 50 years of RRBs: A story of reform and transformation in rural India.… Continue reading 50 years of RRBs: A story of reform and transformation in rural India
