UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 -International Relation Introduction The Trump Administration’s second-term National Security Strategy signals a sharp break from past U.S. thinking on Europe. It treats Europe less as a partner and more as a problem shaped by cultural decline, political choices, and dependence on American power. This shift forces Europe to confront… Continue reading The Trump National Security Strategy, Europe’s Existential Crisis
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India–Jordan Ties
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – International relation. Introduction India and Jordan share a long-standing and stable partnership based on trust, respect, and regular dialogue. Diplomatic relations, established in 1950, have grown into a mature relationship with strong political engagement, expanding economic links, and growing cooperation in defence, technology, education, and culture. Prime Minister… Continue reading India–Jordan Ties
India-Oman Ties
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 -international relation Introduction India and Oman share one of the oldest and most stable partnerships in the Gulf region. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Oman in December 2025 comes at a time of regional uncertainty, global trade tensions, and energy transition. The visit marks 70 years of diplomatic… Continue reading India-Oman Ties
New Insurance Bill: What’s in & what’s left out?
Source: The post “New Insurance Bill: What’s in & what’s left out?” has been created, based on “New Insurance Bill: What’s in & what’s left out?” published in “Indian Express” on 15 December 2025. New Insurance Bill: What’s in & what’s left out? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Polity Context: The Union Cabinet approved the Sabka… Continue reading New Insurance Bill: What’s in & what’s left out?
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
Supreme Court Rules Forced Narco Tests Unconstitutional
UPSC Syllabus- GS 2- Judiciary: Functions and powers of the Supreme Court and High Courts; Judicial review; Fundamental rights enforcement. Introduction– The Supreme Court of India has ruled that compulsory or involuntary narco tests are unconstitutional, overturning a Patna High Court judgment in Amlesh Kumar v. State of Bihar (2025). The Court highlighted that the… Continue reading Supreme Court Rules Forced Narco Tests Unconstitutional
Drug Abuse Among School children
Source: The post “Drug Abuse Among School children” has been created, based on “Kids as young as 11 dabbling in drugs, shows 10-city survey” published in “Times of India” on 11 December 2025. Drug Abuse Among School children. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Social Justice Context: The multi-city survey shows that substance use among schoolchildren begins… Continue reading Drug Abuse Among School children
Delhi–Moscow ties have a logic of their own
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 –International Relation. Introduction India and Russia have held a long and steady partnership that continues to evolve despite global tensions. The recent summit showed how both sides see value in each other at a time of shifting power balances, sanctions, and uncertainty. Their cooperation now covers defence, energy, trade,… Continue reading Delhi–Moscow ties have a logic of their own
Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities
Source: The post “Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities” has been created, based on “Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities” published in “The Hindu” on 9 December 2025. Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Prisoners with disabilities in India face significant challenges in terms of accessibility,… Continue reading Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities
A New Step in the Dragon–Elephant Tango
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 -International relations Introduction China and India are moving through important phases in their national development. China has approved the proposal for its 15th Five-Year Plan, which will guide its progress from 2026 to 2030. India is moving towards its Viksit Bharat 2047 goal. Both place development at the centre… Continue reading A New Step in the Dragon–Elephant Tango
