UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International Relations Introduction The India–U.K. Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which came into force on July 15, marks a significant milestone in bilateral relations. More than a conventional tariff reduction pact, it reflects the strategic alignment of two major democracies seeking deeper economic cooperation in a changing global order. Aligned… Continue reading New Trade Pact: A Win-Win for India and the U.K.
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A checklist for a new-age courtroom
Source: The post “A checklist for a new-age courtroom” has been created based on “A checklist for a new-age courtroom” published in “Indian Express” on 22nd July 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper II – Governance Context: The Supreme Court has released draft regulations for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in courts to govern AI… Continue reading A checklist for a new-age courtroom
EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security
Source: The post “EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security” has been created based on “EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security” published in “Indian Express” on 22nd July 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper II – Social Justice Context: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is proposing EPFO 3.0… Continue reading EPFO 3.0: India’s Universal Pension Reform to Reshape Social Security
The precarity of living in urban slums
Source: The post “The precarity of living in urban slums” has been created based on “The precarity of living in urban slums” published in “Business Line” on 21 July 2026. The precarity of living in urban slums. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance Context: Urban India has witnessed significant expansion in schools, health centres,… Continue reading The precarity of living in urban slums
UN Report on Need for AI Governance
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- e-governance Introduction The United Nations’ Preliminary Report of the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI (IISPA) has gained attention ahead of the inaugural UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance. The report warns that artificial intelligence is advancing much faster than scientific understanding, safety measures, and existing governance systems. It calls… Continue reading UN Report on Need for AI Governance
What is ‘Trial in Absentia’?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Judiciary Introduction A trial in absentia is a criminal trial conducted without the physical presence of the accused. Section 356 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) introduces this provision for proclaimed offenders who deliberately evade trial and cannot be arrested soon. The law seeks to prevent serious criminal cases… Continue reading What is ‘Trial in Absentia’?
India-U.S. Defence Technology Ties — Big Ambitions, Little Delivery
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction India and the United States have expanded their defence partnership through new technology initiatives, defence trade and strategic cooperation over the past two decades. However, most ambitious defence technology projects have struggled to move beyond political announcements. Differences over technology transfer, export controls, commercial expectations and lengthy… Continue reading India-U.S. Defence Technology Ties — Big Ambitions, Little Delivery
Can Biogas Aid India’s Energy Security?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Infrastructure (energy) Introduction: India imports nearly 85% of its crude oil and a large share of its LPG, making its energy security vulnerable to geopolitical tensions, especially in West Asia. The recent LPG supply disruptions have renewed interest in biogas and Compressed Biogas (CBG) as clean, indigenous and renewable fuels.… Continue reading Can Biogas Aid India’s Energy Security?
With uncertainty looming, challenges and opportunities for India’s Act East policy
Source: The post “With uncertainty looming, challenges and opportunities for India’s Act East policy” has been created based on “With uncertainty looming, challenges and opportunities for India’s Act East policy” published in “Indian Express” on 13 July 2026. With uncertainty looming, challenges and opportunities for India’s Act East policy. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International… Continue reading With uncertainty looming, challenges and opportunities for India’s Act East policy
Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety
Source: The post “Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety” has been created based on “Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety” published in “Indian Express” on 13 July 2026. Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – Polity & Governance Context: Road accidents in India are largely preventable and therefore… Continue reading Parliament, not fate, must shape road safety
