Source: The post “Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships” has been created based on “Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships”, published in “The Hindu” on 22 June 2026. Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Science & Technology Context: India has announced a ₹2 billion drone procurement programme for domestic… Continue reading Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships
Tag: gs paper 3
Regulating Tech Platforms
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure And Gs Paper 2- Governance Introduction India’s digital economy has moved beyond traditional banking channels, with financial activities increasingly taking place through large digital platforms and embedded payment ecosystems. These platforms now influence customer engagement, transaction flows, merchant access, and financial product discovery at a massive… Continue reading Regulating Tech Platforms
India’s Cheapest Power is Here, the Grid Must Catch Up
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s clean energy transition has reached a crucial stage. Solar and wind power have become the country’s cheapest sources of electricity, with more than 45 GW added in 2025. Combined with some of the world’s lowest battery costs, firm clean power can now be supplied at around ₹3.5… Continue reading India’s Cheapest Power is Here, the Grid Must Catch Up
Atmanirbhar AI
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure and Science and Technology Introduction Artificial Intelligence is emerging as a major source of economic power, technological leadership, and national security. Recent restrictions on access to advanced AI technologies have highlighted the risks of dependence on foreign platforms. For India, Atmanirbhar AI requires building Sovereign AI capabilities across the… Continue reading Atmanirbhar AI
NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges
Source: The post “NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges” has been created based on “NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges”, published in “The Hindu” on 19 June 2026. NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 -Economy Context: Recently released National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) presents a mixed picture of child nutrition in… Continue reading NFHS-6 reveals progress amid nutrition challenges
India’s Graduate Employability Challenge
Source: The post “India’s Graduate Employability Challenge” has been created based on “India’s Graduate Employability Challenge”, published in “The Hindu” on 19 June 2026. India’s Graduate Employability Challenge. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 -Economy Context: India has experienced an unprecedented expansion in higher education over the last decade, resulting in a large increase in the number… Continue reading India’s Graduate Employability Challenge
Innovate or be Eaten: On India and an Innovative Ecosystem
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Innovation is becoming a key determinant of economic strength, national security, and technological sovereignty. As global competition in critical technologies intensifies, India must move beyond being a user of technology and become a creator of globally relevant solutions. The country’s strong talent base, growing startup ecosystem,… Continue reading Innovate or be Eaten: On India and an Innovative Ecosystem
Water Security is Central for a Viksit Bharat
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction Water security is vital for human dignity, public health, agriculture, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. It is also a key requirement for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat. India faces growing pressure on its water resources due to population growth, urbanisation, climate change, and limited… Continue reading Water Security is Central for a Viksit Bharat
India’s Emergence as a Leading Supplier of Seafarers
Source: The post “India’s Emergence as a Leading Supplier of Seafarers” has been created based on “Every fifth seafarer is now an Indian: How India’s maritime workforce became dominated by non-officer crew”, published in “Indian Express” on 18 June 2026. India’s Emergence as a Leading Supplier of Seafarers. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 -Economy Context: India’s… Continue reading India’s Emergence as a Leading Supplier of Seafarers
The Long-Term Implications of the U.S.-Iran Deal
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- International Relation Introduction The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Iran and the United States has ended immediate hostilities and opened a 60-day negotiation process. Though the agreement offers hope for reducing tensions, major disputes over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions, and the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved. The deal marks only… Continue reading The Long-Term Implications of the U.S.-Iran Deal
