UPSC Syllabus- GS Paper II: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population; Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services. Introduction India’s gig economy has expanded rapidly with the rise of platforms such as Uber, Ola, Zomato, Swiggy and Amazon, creating employment opportunities for millions. However, this growth has also exposed workers to… Continue reading Karnataka’s New Gig Worker Grievance System
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Fixing Structural Deficits in India’s Health System
UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – Governance, Health, Issues related to development Introduction India has significantly expanded medical infrastructure by increasing medical colleges, AIIMS institutions, and MBBS/PG seats. In March 2026, the government informed Parliament that 43 new medical colleges, 11,682 MBBS seats, and 8,967 postgraduate seats were approved for 2025-26. However, better healthcare outcomes… Continue reading Fixing Structural Deficits in India’s Health System
Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme
Source: The post “Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme” has been created, based on “Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme” published in “Indian Express” on 7 May 2026. Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Economy Context: The government has… Continue reading Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline in a credit guarantee scheme
Understanding inequality in India’s growth story
Source: The post “Understanding inequality in India’s growth story” has been created, based on “Understanding inequality in India’s growth story” published in “The Hindu” on 7 May 2026. Understanding inequality in India’s growth story. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Economy Context: India has experienced rapid economic growth in recent decades. However, the Household Consumer Expenditure Survey… Continue reading Understanding inequality in India’s growth story
Rising longevity: A threat to social security
Source: The post “Rising longevity: A threat to social security” has been created, based on “Rising longevity: A threat to social security” published in “BusinessLine” on 6 May 2026. Rising longevity: A threat to social security. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The global demographic structure is undergoing a rapid transition marked by declining fertility… Continue reading Rising longevity: A threat to social security
Need to Recalibrate CSR
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – Development processes and the development industry —the role of NGOs, SHGs, various groups and associations, donors, charities, institutional and other stakeholders. Introduction CSR was introduced to align corporate profits with social welfare through a mandatory 2% spending rule. Over time, its execution has changed. A large share of funds… Continue reading Need to Recalibrate CSR
Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies
Source: The post “Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies” has been created, based on “Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies” published in “Indian Express” on 5 May 2026. Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context:… Continue reading Jobs to GDP to debt: The state of poll state economies
Medical and Wellness Tourism in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction Rising global healthcare costs, long waiting periods, and lifestyle diseases are pushing patients to seek treatment abroad. This has expanded Medical Value Travel into a fast-growing global industry. India is emerging as a key destination by combining… Continue reading Medical and Wellness Tourism in India
AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power
Source: The post “AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power” has been created, based on “AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power” published in “The Hindu” on 4 May 2026. AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming economies, societies, and… Continue reading AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power
Abu Dhabi’s OPEC exit begins its ascent of ‘peak oil’
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – International Relation Introduction The United Arab Emirates suddenly announced its exit from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+ with only three days’ notice, just before a key meeting. This decision came despite the Strait of Hormuz blockade. It reflects deeper tensions within OPEC, a push… Continue reading Abu Dhabi’s OPEC exit begins its ascent of ‘peak oil’
