Source: The post “What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom?” has been created based on “What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom?” published in “DD News” on 26 August 2026. What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom? UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: The… Continue reading What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom?
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Time for Yoshida Doctrine 2.0
Source: The post “Time for Yoshida Doctrine 2.0” has been created based on “Time for Yoshida Doctrine 2.0” published in “Tribune” on 25 August 2026. Time for Yoshida Doctrine 2.0 UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- International Relations Context: The Yoshida Doctrine enabled post-war Japan to rely on the US security umbrella while concentrating on economic recovery. Today,… Continue reading Time for Yoshida Doctrine 2.0
Vande Mataram and the Right to Dissent
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Act, 2026 extends criminal-law protection to Vande Mataram, similar to the National Anthem. This raises questions about its historical and constitutional status, the freedom of conscience, and the right to remain silent. The central issue is whether respect… Continue reading Vande Mataram and the Right to Dissent
Tribunal Reform 2026: Old Wine in a New Bottle
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Introduction The Tribunals Reforms Act, 2026 repeals and replaces the 2021 framework with the National Tribunals Commission (NTC), a five-year tenure and revised selection rules. However, the same basic structure largely continues, including the 16 tribunals and an important role for the Central Government.… Continue reading Tribunal Reform 2026: Old Wine in a New Bottle
Unimpeded Trade Needs IPMDA as the Answer
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction Despite difficulties in India-U.S. relations, both sides need cooperation on trade, energy and Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) to protect unimpeded trade. The West Asia crisis has shown that disruptions in major sea routes can affect energy supplies and global commerce. As maritime coercion, illegal activities and surveillance… Continue reading Unimpeded Trade Needs IPMDA as the Answer
Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress
Source: The post “Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress” has been created based on “Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress” published in “The Hindu” on 22 August 2026. Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: The UDISE+ 2025-26 report covers around 14.7 lakh schools, 24 crore students and 1.02 crore… Continue reading Ensuring equity amid India’s educational progress
Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?
Source: The post “Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?” has been created based on “Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?” published in “The Hindu” on 21 August 2026. Can free public technology break the private coaching industry? UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: The government’s proposed free online coaching… Continue reading Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?
The case for tax-free annuities
Source: The post “The case for tax-free annuities” has been created based on “The case for tax-free annuities” published in “Business Line” on 20 August 2026. The case for tax-free annuities. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: India’s ageing population has increased the need for secure, lifelong retirement income, while annuities also mobilise long-term capital… Continue reading The case for tax-free annuities
School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?
Source: The post “School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?” has been created based on “School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?” published in “The Hindu” on 18 August 2026. School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development? UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: India’s school education policy has traditionally aimed… Continue reading School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?
India produces too many engineers
Source: The post “India produces too many engineers” has been created based on “India produces too many engineers” published in “Indian express” on 18 August 2026. India produces too many engineers. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: India’s engineering education expanded rapidly after 2000 due to the Y2K-driven demand for software professionals and the growth of… Continue reading India produces too many engineers
