Indian Arctic Narrative – Importance and Way Forward

Source: The post “Indian Arctic Narrative – Importance and Way Forward” has been created based on “Expert Explains | Why India needs a clear ‘Arctic narrative’” published in “Indian Express” on 10 August 2026. Indian Arctic Narrative – Importance and Way Forward. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Environment Context: The Arctic is no longer merely a region of… Continue reading Indian Arctic Narrative – Importance and Way Forward

Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th

Source: The post “Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill” has been created based on “What is the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill and why has it raised data concerns?” published in “Indian Express” on 7 August 2026. Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context:  Recently, the Lok Sabha cleared the  Bankers’… Continue reading Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th

Ranipur Tiger Reserve

News: The SC-NBWL recommended clearance for the Panari Pumped Storage Hydropower Project despite concerns raised over its location in the Panna–Ranipur Tiger Reserve corridor. About Ranipur Tiger Reserve Location: It is located in the Chitrakoot district of Uttar Pradesh. It is the fourth tiger reserve of  UP, after Dudhwa, Pilibhit and Amangarh (buffer of Corbett Tiger… Continue reading Ranipur Tiger Reserve

Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas

Source: The post “Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas” has been created based on “Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas” published in “Indian Express” on 3 August 2026. Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3– Environment Context: India has developed one of the world’s largest Protected Area (PA) networks… Continue reading Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas

India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter

Source: The post “India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter” has been created based on “India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter” published in “Indian Express” on 29 July 2026. India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Context: India–Australia relations have entered a new phase characterised by concrete outcomes in trade, investment, energy, education,… Continue reading India–Australia Relations: A New Chapter

US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma

Source: The post “US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma” has been created based on “US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma” published in “Indian Express” on 28 July 2026. US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 – Economy Context: U.S.A President Donald Trump has… Continue reading US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma

Chandipura Virus

News: Two children from Rajasthan have died in recent days after testing positive for the Chandipura virus. About Chandipura Virus Chandipura Virus is a virus of the Rhabdoviridae family. It also includes other members such as the lyssavirus that causes rabies. How it is caused: Several species of sandflies, like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus papatasi,… Continue reading Chandipura Virus

CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance 

News: The Central Board of Direct Taxes has released a guidance note on crypto-asset reporting obligations, aligning India’s tax reporting framework with the OECD framework. About CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance  Definition of crypto as per Indian law: India’s income tax law defines a “crypto-asset”  as a digital representation of value that relies on a cryptographically… Continue reading CBDT’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Guidance 

Fire Safety as a Critical Component of Urban Governance

Syllabus- GS 1- Urbanization, their problems and their remedies Introduction A series of recent fire incidents in hospitals, hotels, coaching centres, and high-rise buildings has highlighted the growing vulnerability of Indian cities to fire hazards. These incidents reflect deeper structural issues such as rapid and unplanned urbanisation, outdated regulations, and weak enforcement of safety norms.… Continue reading Fire Safety as a Critical Component of Urban Governance

Lipfendra

News: The FDA has approved the first once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor, to lower LDL cholesterol in adults with high cholesterol and certain inherited cholesterol disorders. About Lipfendra  Lipfendra is a once-daily oral tablet and is notable as the first oral medication to block PCSK9, a target previously addressed primarily through injectable therapies. Note: PCSK9 is… Continue reading Lipfendra

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