Source: The post “India’s crude oil and gas reserves and why we are lagging on this count” has been created, based on “All you want to know about India’s crude oil and gas reserves and why we are lagging on this count” published in “BusinessLine” on 20th March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Economy Context:… Continue reading India’s crude oil and gas reserves and why we are lagging on this count
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Futility of cabotage law
Source: The post “Futility of cabotage law” has been created, based on “Futility of cabotage law” published in “BusinessLine” on 19 March 2026. Futility of cabotage law. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Cabotage refers to the restriction of domestic coastal shipping to vessels registered in a particular country. In India, it is governed by… Continue reading Futility of cabotage law
Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP
Source: The post “Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP” has been created, based on “Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP” published in “BusinessLine” on 17 March 2026. Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International relations Context: India is highly dependent on crude oil imports, especially from the Gulf region, making it… Continue reading Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP
What is the Essential Commodities Act, why has it been invoked for LPG supply?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Union Government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955 due to supply disruptions caused by the US–Israel–Iran war in West Asia. The conflict has affected the global energy supply chain and LPG shipments from the Persian Gulf to India. Since LPG is used… Continue reading What is the Essential Commodities Act, why has it been invoked for LPG supply?
The chokepoint that cannot be routed around
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The crisis around the Strait of Hormuz reveals a deeper weakness in global trade systems. Earlier disruptions exposed supply chain fragility and encouraged redundancy in suppliers and logistics. However, the current situation shows that some constraints arise from geography and institutions rather than logistics. Strategic… Continue reading The chokepoint that cannot be routed around
Strategy to secure critical minerals
Source: The post “Strategy to secure critical minerals” has been created, based on “Strategy to secure critical minerals” published in “BusinessLine” on 6 March 2026. Strategy to secure critical minerals. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Science and technology Context: Critical minerals such as Lithium, Cobalt, Copper and Rare Earth Elements are essential for clean energy technologies, artificial… Continue reading Strategy to secure critical minerals
How will the BRICS energy pact pan out?
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 –International Relation Introduction The global energy system is under stress due to trade disruptions, sanctions, and energy transition pressures. In this background, BRICS energy cooperation is gaining importance. Questions are rising on whether it will create a multipolar energy order or a new cartel, who will lead the bloc,… Continue reading How will the BRICS energy pact pan out?
Merits of user tax on infra services
Source: The post “Merits of user tax on infra services” has been created, based on “Merits of user tax on infra services” published in “BusinessLine” on 24 January 2026. Merits of user tax on infra services. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: Raising government revenue is challenging because direct taxes are politically sensitive, and GST… Continue reading Merits of user tax on infra services
India’s AI Policy Needs to Get Global-Scale Ready
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology. Introduction India’s AI governance framework is gaining attention for its responsible and inclusive approach, built on digital public infrastructure (DPI) and voluntary guardrails, not heavy regulation. This has helped scale AI use across services. However, the core concern… Continue reading India’s AI Policy Needs to Get Global-Scale Ready
Quick delivery apps are taking a toll on gig workers
UPSC Syllabus : GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy – Issues related to growth and employment Introduction Quick delivery apps are taking a toll on gig workers because the 10-minute promise turns time into the main product and pushes risk onto workers. In India’s megacities, this model scales fast due to low labour costs, high… Continue reading Quick delivery apps are taking a toll on gig workers
