AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure

Source: The post “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” has been created, based on “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” published in “The Hindu” on  13 February 2026. AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules,… Continue reading AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure

Welfare for all — the AI race India should win

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and technology Introduction India’s AI journey must move beyond global competition and technological display. The real opportunity lies in solving basic development gaps. Seventy per cent of global food comes from low-productivity small farmers. 4.5 billion people lack essential healthcare. 739 million adults and 250 million children lack basic… Continue reading Welfare for all — the AI race India should win

Farmers’ Pulse: On India and its Demand for Pulses

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Agricultural Introduction India manages its high demand for pulses through imports, price stabilisation, and limited MSP procurement. Yet domestic production remains below demand. Pulses are vital for nutrition and rural livelihoods. Recent concerns over possible import commitments have increased political sensitivity. The issue reflects deeper structural weaknesses in procurement, pricing,… Continue reading Farmers’ Pulse: On India and its Demand for Pulses

The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life

Source: The post “The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life” has been created, based on “The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life” published in “The Hindu ” on  12 February 2026. The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The… Continue reading The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life

Redefining Inter-City Mobility: High-Speed Rail Corridors in India

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s mobility pattern is changing due to rapid urbanisation, rising incomes, and expansion of metropolitan regions. Long-distance and inter-city travel demand has increased sharply. Indian Railways has expanded steadily, but present needs require faster, reliable, and high-capacity systems. The Union Budget 2026–27 introduces seven high-speed rail corridors as… Continue reading Redefining Inter-City Mobility: High-Speed Rail Corridors in India

A reckoning for India’s aviation sector

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure (Airports) Introduction India’s civil aviation sector stands at a critical stage of rapid growth and rising stress. Passenger traffic, fleet size, airport capacity, and economic contribution have expanded significantly. At the same time, operational breakdowns, safety concerns, pilot shortages, and regulatory gaps have exposed structural weaknesses. The December IndiGo… Continue reading A reckoning for India’s aviation sector

The Approaching AI Surge, Its Global Consequences

UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Introduction Artificial Intelligence is emerging as the most decisive technology of our time. Its impact is comparable to the Industrial Revolution. Large Language Models are advancing at great speed, and rivalry between major powers is accelerating innovation.… Continue reading The Approaching AI Surge, Its Global Consequences

Budget makes good moves on the textile economy

UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Introduction The Union Budget 2026–27 places textiles back at the centre of economic growth, jobs, and exports. It shifts policy from scattered support to a full value-chain approach. The focus moves from only increasing output to strengthening fibres, clusters, skills, sustainability, and infrastructure. The Budget signals intent to modernise… Continue reading Budget makes good moves on the textile economy

In a fragmented global order, AI and energy will redefine the rules of power

About the Issue: AI and Energy in a Fragmented World Order The contemporary world order is witnessing a shift from a rules-based multilateral system to a fragmented, power-centric and transactional framework. In this emerging order, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and energy security have become the primary determinants of national power, strategic autonomy, and geopolitical influence. Control… Continue reading In a fragmented global order, AI and energy will redefine the rules of power

The India-EU Trade Deal – A Strategic Turning Point

Source: The India–EU Free Trade Agreement was concluded on 27 January 2026 at the 16th India–EU Summit and has been officially announced by the Government of India and the European Union leadership. It has been widely covered in government releases and international economic commentary as a landmark trade and strategic agreement. The India-EU Trade Deal… Continue reading The India-EU Trade Deal – A Strategic Turning Point

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