Source: The post “WHO’s obesity prescription goes beyond the clinic” has been created based on “WHO’s obesity prescription goes beyond the clinic” published in “Indian Express” on 10th October 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued its first guidelines for managing obesity among children and adolescents, emphasising early intervention, family-centred… Continue reading WHO’s obesity prescription goes beyond the clinic
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US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas
Source: The post “US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas” has been created based on “US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas” published in “Business Standard” on 9th October 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-International Relations Context: Recently, US administration suspended processing under… Continue reading US green card suspension: What it means for Indian IT workers on H-1B visas
India’s Stakes in the Global Pandemic Agreement
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Introduction COVID-19 exposed major gaps in vaccine access, technology sharing, health-system capacity and global coordination, creating the need for stronger pandemic governance. The WHO Pandemic Agreement, adopted in May 2025, seeks to strengthen international cooperation on pandemic… Continue reading India’s Stakes in the Global Pandemic Agreement
How does detention differ from arrest?
Source: The post “How does detention differ from arrest?” has been created based on “How does detention differ from arrest?” published in “Indian Express” on 8 October 2026. How does detention differ from arrest? UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Polity Context: Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was detained recently as Opposition leaders protested in New Delhi demanding the… Continue reading How does detention differ from arrest?
AI companions and child safety
Source: The post “AI companions and child safety” has been created based on “AI companions and child safety” published in “The Hindu” on 8 October 2026. AI companions and child safety. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: AI chatbots are increasingly becoming emotional companions for children because they are available throughout the day and appear empathetic and… Continue reading AI companions and child safety
The China-U.S. Rapprochement
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The U.S. and China have intensified high-level engagement in 2026, reflecting a shift towards managing tensions after years of strategic rivalry. Their engagement covers trade, technology, economic relations and wider geopolitical concerns. However, this rapprochement does not end competition over global influence, advanced technology, military power and… Continue reading The China-U.S. Rapprochement
Break the chain: On leprosy in India
Source: The post “Break the chain: On leprosy in India” has been created based on “Break the chain: On leprosy in India” published in “The Hindu” on 7 October 2026. Break the chain: On leprosy in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: India brought the prevalence of leprosy below 1 case per 10,000 population by 2005,… Continue reading Break the chain: On leprosy in India
Legislative Privileges Vs Free Speech
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction Legislative privileges are special powers and immunities given to Parliament and State Legislatures to ensure their independent functioning. The constitutional issue arises when these privileges are used against citizens, journalists or critics, potentially affecting their fundamental rights, especially freedom of speech under Article 19(1)(a). On 6… Continue reading Legislative Privileges Vs Free Speech
Disabled citizens and the future of AI
Source: The post “Disabled citizens and the future of AI” has been created based on “Disabled citizens and the future of AI” published in “The Hindu” on 6 October 2026. Disabled citizens and the future of AI. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in government services, recruitment and healthcare. For… Continue reading Disabled citizens and the future of AI
How Regulation Stifles HEIs
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education Introduction Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) need regulation to ensure quality, accountability and minimum standards. However, excessive supervision can shift focus from teaching and research to compliance, documentation and accreditation. This can weaken internal integrity, discourage academic innovation and… Continue reading How Regulation Stifles HEIs
