Source: The post “Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke” has been created, based on “Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke” published in “Indian Express” on 13 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economic Development, Science & Technology, Environment, Security Context: China currently controls around 60–65% of global rare earth production and almost 90% of global refining… Continue reading Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke
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Fungus Infections Rise
News: Recently, there has been an increase in Fungal infection in India. About Fungi Fungi are eukaryotic organisms belonging to the Kingdom Fungi. They include a diverse range of forms such as yeasts, molds, truffles, and mushrooms. Most fungi are microscopic, made up of thread-like filaments called hyphae (<10 µm diameter). Hyphae collectively form a… Continue reading Fungus Infections Rise
G2 and India
Introduction The US–China “G2” dynamic refers to a situation where the US and China act as the two main centres of global power. The recent Trump–Xi meeting at the Busan APEC Summit, framed as a “G2”, highlighted this reality. Their strategic calm may reduce global tensions, but it also exposes India’s limited economic leverage and… Continue reading G2 and India
Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Source: The post “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP) ” has been created, based on “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)” published in “Indian Express” on 12 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economy Context: The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is a crucial indicator that… Continue reading Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
R&D: A public & private challenge
Source: The post “R&D: A public & private challenge” has been created, based on “R&D: A public & private challenge” published in “Indian Express” on 11 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Context: Research and Development (R&D) is the backbone of innovation, economic growth, and technological self-reliance. However, India’s Gross Expenditure… Continue reading R&D: A public & private challenge
India’s AI Guidelines for Tech Regulation
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 –Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Introduction India has unveiled governance guidelines for Artificial Intelligence to balance innovation with accountability and growth with safety. The approach prefers agile, sector-specific regulation over an immediate new AI law. It… Continue reading India’s AI Guidelines for Tech Regulation
The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 -Indian economy. Introduction Rising household indebtedness in South India reflects a complex economic pattern. It signals both greater financial access and growing reliance on credit. The trend invites attention to regional disparities, socio-economic factors influencing borrowing, and the broader impact of inclusive finance. Understanding these dimensions helps assess whether… Continue reading The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
Tackling Maoist Insurgency
UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Internal security Introduction India has sharply weakened the Maoist movement through a combined push on security, development, and rights. Still, the core grievance—inequality and deprivation in tribal, forest, and remote districts—persists. Leadership losses, mass surrenders, and falling violence mark clear gains. But unless gaps in education, health, nutrition, land, and livelihoods close, the… Continue reading Tackling Maoist Insurgency
Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary
News: The standing committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) has recommended approval for 12 key defence projects in Ladakh across Changthang Cold Desert Sanctuary and Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary. About Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is located at the Ladakhi Changthang plateau in the Leh district of Ladakh. Established: 1987 Area: It… Continue reading Changthang Cold Desert Wildlife Sanctuary
Scrub Typhus
News: A Gulf-based Keralite was recently diagnosed with scrub typhus. About Scrub Typhus Scrub Typhus, also known as bush typhus, is a disease caused by the bacterium Orientia tsutsugamushi. Transmitted by: It is transmitted by the mite Leptotrombidium deliense. It spreads through the bite of infected chiggers, which are the larval stage of mites. Chiggers… Continue reading Scrub Typhus
