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?
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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
Why panchayats aren’t able to boost revenues
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2-devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Introduction The 73rd Constitutional Amendment in 1993 gave Panchayati Raj Institutions financial powers to reduce dependence on government grants. Gram Panchayats were authorised to levy local taxes, user charges, and earn revenue from local resources. Yet, despite these… Continue reading Why panchayats aren’t able to boost revenues
Need to reposition SEZs for integrated national development
Source: The post “Need to reposition SEZs for integrated national development” has been created, based on “Reposition SEZs for integrated national development” published in “Business Line” on 11 October 2025. Need to reposition SEZs for integrated national development. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance Context: The Special Economic Zones Act, 2005 was enacted to… Continue reading Need to reposition SEZs for integrated national development
Municipal bonds revival and challenges in Indian cities
Source: The post Municipal bonds revival and challenges in Indian cities has been created, based on the article “Time for urban local bodies to look at municipal bonds seriously” published in “ Businessline ” on 20th September 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and… Continue reading Municipal bonds revival and challenges in Indian cities
India must strengthen GIFT City to attract global capital
Source: The post India must strengthen GIFT City to attract global capital has been created, based on the article “India’s missed financial bet” published in “Businessline ” on 17 September 2025. India must strengthen GIFT City to attract global capital. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 -Indian economy. Context: GIFT City has yet to match… Continue reading India must strengthen GIFT City to attract global capital
GI Law Beyond Borders
Source: The post GI Law Beyond Borders has been created, based on the article “GI law is ineffective against violations abroad” published in “Business Line” on 6 September 2025. GI Law Beyond Borders. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- 2- Governance Context: Geographical Indications (GIs) are intellectual property rights that identify goods with specific geographical origins… Continue reading GI Law Beyond Borders
How Q1 GDP reflects economic strength
Source: The post How Q1 GDP reflects economic strength has been created, based on the article “Q1 GDP reflects economic strength” published in “Business Line” on 6 September 2025. How Q1 GDP reflects economic strength. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment.… Continue reading How Q1 GDP reflects economic strength
