Source: The post “Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future” has been created, based on “Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future” published in “The Hindu” on 3 April 2026. Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Economy Context: India is implementing one of the world’s… Continue reading Building the information backbone for India’s drinking water future
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Orderly Exit: On India and Energy Transition Issues
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Global energy shocks have been recurring, from the 1973 Yom Kippur War to the 2022 Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, the present crisis involving U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran is different as it disrupts both oil and gas flows. This disruption comes at a time when the global energy… Continue reading Orderly Exit: On India and Energy Transition Issues
A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role
Source: The post “A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role” has been created, based on “A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role” published in “The Hindu” on 2 April 2026. A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: The ongoing military confrontation involving the United States,… Continue reading A West Asia security rethink amid America’s role
Counting people is not counting disaster risk
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Disaster and disaster management. Introduction Counting total population instead of people exposed to hazards creates a distorted picture of disaster risk. A State may face intense cyclones or floods but still receive less funding if its population is smaller. This weakens disaster preparedness. A proper system must measure where people… Continue reading Counting people is not counting disaster risk
India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key
Source: The post “India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key” has been created, based on “India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key” published in “Indian Express” on 1 April 2026. India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: India currently… Continue reading India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key
How will India’s new Nationally Determined Contribution accelerate climate Action?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environment Introduction India’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), approved on March 25, 2026, raises targets on clean energy, emissions intensity, and carbon sinks. It comes when emissions growth is slowing. While it signals stronger ambition under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, its ability to accelerate real climate… Continue reading How will India’s new Nationally Determined Contribution accelerate climate Action?
Environmental Impact of the War
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environment Introduction Conflicts create large environmental damage through emissions, pollution, and weak governance. The first 14 days of the US–Israel war on Iran emitted over 5 million tonnes of greenhouse gases, exceeding 84 countries combined. Militaries are major polluters, and their activities release toxins, damage ecosystems, and weaken environmental systems.… Continue reading Environmental Impact of the War
How to secure India’s supply chains
Source: The post “How to secure India’s supply chains” has been created, based on “How to secure India’s supply chains” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: India’s manufacturing ecosystem is deeply integrated into global supply chains, particularly in sectors such as energy, fertilizers, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and critical… Continue reading How to secure India’s supply chains
PN3, amidst fragile capital flows
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The Union government has eased rules under Press Note 3 (PN3) to improve FDI inflows from land-border countries. This shift comes at a time when net FDI inflows have sharply declined despite strong gross inflows. The move also reflects improving India–China relations and aims to… Continue reading PN3, amidst fragile capital flows
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) – Significance and Challenges
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are duty-free enclaves treated as outside the customs territory for authorised operations. They support manufacturing, services, and warehousing through Free Trade Warehousing Zones. Their core aim is to boost exports, attract investment, create jobs, and build infrastructure. In India, SEZs have expanded economic… Continue reading Special Economic Zones (SEZs) – Significance and Challenges
