Source: The post “The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics” has been created, based on “The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics” published in “The Hindu” on 04th December 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: Urban resilience, particularly in the face of climate change, is an emerging concern in rapidly… Continue reading The climate is breaching the wall of urban metrics
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A Dismantling of Base of Environmental Regulation
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction In CREDAI vs Vanashakti (November 18, 2025), the Supreme Court recalled its May 2025 decision that had struck down ex post facto environmental clearances (ECs). This recall reopens the dispute and weakens a strict, preventive approach based on prior ECs. It raises concern that finished projects and… Continue reading A Dismantling of Base of Environmental Regulation
A Missing Link in India’s Mineral Mission
Introduction India wants secure, low-carbon growth, but its critical mineral policy still focuses more on mining than on processing. Processing is the missing link that decides whether India remains a supplier of raw ores or becomes a builder of resilient, high-tech industries. Closing this gap is central to energy security, industrial competitiveness, and strategic autonomy.… Continue reading A Missing Link in India’s Mineral Mission
New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
News: Recently, five products from Tamil Nadu have been granted the Geographical Indications (GI) tag. About New Geographical Indication (GI) Products About Woraiyur Cotton Sari The Woraiyur cotton saris is native to Tiruchi district, Tamil Nadu. They are woven in Manamedu on the banks of the Cauvery. The saree is traditionally woven using a ‘korvai… Continue reading New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
Why does India need bioremediation?
Source: The post “Why does India need bioremediation?” has been created, based on “Why does India need bioremediation? | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 03rd December 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Environment Context: Bioremediation refers to the use of microorganisms and plants to break down or transform toxic pollutants into harmless by-products, thereby restoring… Continue reading Why does India need bioremediation?
Privacy in a ‘fishbowl society
Source: The post “Privacy in a ‘fishbowl society” has been created, based on “Privacy in a ‘fishbowl society’” published in “The Hindu” on 03rd December 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Technology Context: India today faces a “fishbowl society” where pervasive technological surveillance and AI-based harms challenge the traditional understanding of privacy. Despite the Puttaswamy judgment… Continue reading Privacy in a ‘fishbowl society
A template for security cooperation in the Indian Ocean
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Introduction The Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) has become an important platform for cooperation in the Indian Ocean. It brings India and its island neighbours together to manage shared maritime risks and development-linked vulnerabilities. The 2025 summit in… Continue reading A template for security cooperation in the Indian Ocean
Exercise EKUVERIN
News: Exercise EKUVERIN has commenced in Thiruvananthapuram, India. About Exercise EKUVERIN EKUVERIN is a bilateral joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF). The term “EKUVERIN” comes from the Dhivehi language and means “Friends”, symbolising mutual trust and friendship. The exercise has been conducted annually since 2009, held alternately in… Continue reading Exercise EKUVERIN
The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction Urban India is facing a silent heart crisis. Cardiovascular diseases now cause a large share of city deaths, with urban prevalence nearly twice that of rural areas and rising cases below 50 years. Long commutes, pollution, shrinking green spaces and stress increase risk, while healthcare remains uneven… Continue reading The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning
How Pakistan’s judiciary is being undermined
Source: The post “How Pakistan’s judiciary is being undermined” has been created, based on “How Pakistan’s judiciary is being undermined : Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 1st December 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Polity and Constitution Context: Pakistan’s Parliament has passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment, which has triggered a major debate about the future… Continue reading How Pakistan’s judiciary is being undermined
