UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the retrospective 28% GST levy on online gaming companies, dismissing challenges filed by gaming firms and industry bodies. The ruling revives tax demands of nearly ₹2.5 lakh crore against gaming companies, fantasy sports platforms and casinos. The Court also… Continue reading SC Verdict on Retrospective GST Levy and India’s Online Gaming Industry
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How safe is India’s critical national infrastructure?
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Water Governance in Peri-Urban Areas
UPSC Syllabus: GS paper 1: Issues related to water resources And Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India has expanded rural tap water access through the Jal Jeevan Mission, with nearly 8 out of 10 rural households receiving connections. Yet a major governance gap exists in peri-urban areas, where villages are rapidly transforming into urban settlements… Continue reading Water Governance in Peri-Urban Areas
India’s Green Transition Still Runs on Coal
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction The recent rise in global energy prices due to tensions in West Asia has exposed India’s continued dependence on fossil fuels despite rapid renewable energy expansion. India has achieved major growth in solar and wind capacity and crossed important non-fossil milestones. However, coal still dominates actual electricity generation… Continue reading India’s Green Transition Still Runs on Coal
The U.S. Ends Russia Oil Waiver, Implications for India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The United States has tightened restrictions on Russian seaborne oil at a time when global energy markets are already under pressure from geopolitical tensions and maritime disruptions. The issue now goes beyond the Russia-Ukraine conflict and raises concerns over inflation, supply insecurity and economic instability… Continue reading The U.S. Ends Russia Oil Waiver, Implications for India
India’s Expanding Data Centre Sector: Opportunities and Challenges
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India is rapidly emerging as a major global digital infrastructure hub as rising data consumption, Artificial Intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and digital services increase demand for advanced data storage and processing systems. Large-scale investments, policy reforms, and growing private participation are accelerating the expansion of data centres across… Continue reading India’s Expanding Data Centre Sector: Opportunities and Challenges
Rupee Depreciation, RBI Measures and India’s External Sector Concerns
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The rupee has weakened sharply and touched nearly ₹97 per dollar, increasing concerns over inflation, rising oil import costs, and external sector stability. Widening trade deficits, foreign capital outflows, global monetary tightening, and speculative financial pressures have intensified pressure on the currency. This has triggered a wider… Continue reading Rupee Depreciation, RBI Measures and India’s External Sector Concerns
India’s Peak Power Demand Challenge
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s electricity demand is increasing rapidly, with peak demand crossing 256 GW during the April 2026 heatwave period. Rising temperatures, expanding electrification, cooling needs, electric vehicles, and agricultural consumption are putting heavy pressure on the power system. While renewable energy is helping meet daytime demand, managing evening and… Continue reading India’s Peak Power Demand Challenge
India’s EV ambition needs a grid strategy to match
Source: The post “India’s EV ambition needs a grid strategy to match” has been created, based on “India’s EV ambition needs a grid strategy to match” published in “The Hindu” on 20 May 2026. India’s EV ambition needs a grid strategy to match. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: India is rapidly moving… Continue reading India’s EV ambition needs a grid strategy to match
Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India
Source: The post “Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India” has been created, based on “Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India” published in “The Hindu” on 19 May 2026. Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: India faces rising food demand and increasing fertilizer consumption. Domestic fertilizer production… Continue reading Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India
