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
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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
‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance
Source: The post “‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance” has been created, based on “‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance” published in “The Hindu ” on 7 February 2026. ‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: Global climate governance under the United Nations Framework… Continue reading ‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance
16th Finance Commission (FC)- Recommendations for Strengthening Local Bodies (Mention challenges of financing faced by local bodies, recommendation of 16th FC, Sources of revenue of Local bodies)
Local bodies are constitutionally mandated institutions under the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, yet they continue to face severe fiscal constraints. Recognising the need for empowered grassroots governance, the 16th Finance Commission has recommended a total grant of about ₹7.9 lakh crore to Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) for the period… Continue reading 16th Finance Commission (FC)- Recommendations for Strengthening Local Bodies (Mention challenges of financing faced by local bodies, recommendation of 16th FC, Sources of revenue of Local bodies)
More money for defence, now fix the process
Source: The article “More money for defence, now fix the process” is an editorial published in The Hindu. It analyses recent Union Budget allocations for the defence sector, focusing on procedural and structural issues beyond funding. More money for defence, now fix the process. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: India’s most recent defence… Continue reading More money for defence, now fix the process
DISCOMs and the road ahead
Source: The post “DISCOMs and the road ahead” has been created, based on “DISCOMs and the road ahead” published in “The Hindu ” on 6 February 2026. DISCOMs and the road ahead. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: Power Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) play a vital role in supplying electricity to consumers and supporting economic growth.… Continue reading DISCOMs and the road ahead
16th Finance panel formula awards ‘efficient’ States
Source: The post “16th Finance panel formula awards ‘efficient’ States” has been created, based on “16th Finance panel formula awards ‘efficient’ States” published in “Business line ” on 5 February 2026. 16th Finance panel formula awards ‘efficient’ States. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The 16th Finance Commission’s award for the period 2026–31 seeks… Continue reading 16th Finance panel formula awards ‘efficient’ States
The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The Union Budget 2026–27 places strong focus on spending programmes to support the goal of becoming a developed country by 2047. It shifts attention towards advanced technology and long-term growth drivers. At the same time, it raises concerns about implementation capacity, revenue strength, Centre–State finances, and the… Continue reading The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation
