News: Allegations of Forest Rights Act violations have been raised regarding the notification of wildlife sanctuaries in Little Nicobar, Menchal, and Meroe islands ahead of the Calcutta High Court hearing on the ₹92,000-crore Great Nicobar project, which is expected to impact ecologically sensitive species such as the leatherback turtle and the Nicobar megapode. About Leatherback… Continue reading Leatherback Sea Turtle
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Managing Coexistence in Human-Wildlife Conflict Zones
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Conservation Introduction Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) is a growing socio-ecological challenge linked with habitat loss, land-use change, livelihood pressure and ecological imbalance. Rising interactions between humans and wildlife are affecting human safety, livelihoods, food security and biodiversity across India, Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America. The issue is no longer limited… Continue reading Managing Coexistence in Human-Wildlife Conflict Zones
How India is Governing Its Water Resources
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 1- location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) Introduction India’s water crisis is not only about scarcity but also about weak governance and poor management. The country receives nearly 4,000 billion cubic metres of annual rainfall, yet only a small share becomes usable. Rising water stress, falling groundwater levels,… Continue reading How India is Governing Its Water Resources
A New Start Against Noise Pollution
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- environmental pollution and degradation Introduction Noise pollution has become one of the most neglected environmental and public health challenges in India. Political celebrations, sports events, traffic, loudspeakers, and construction activities have normalized high sound levels in public life. Continuous exposure to excessive noise affects hearing, sleep, mental health, and overall… Continue reading A New Start Against Noise Pollution
Addressing India’s electrical fire risks
Source: The post “Addressing India’s electrical fire risks” has been created, based on “Addressing India’s electrical fire risks” published in “The Hindu” on 13 May 2026. Addressing India’s electrical fire risks. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Electrical fires are emerging as a major urban safety challenge in India due to rising electricity demand, rapid… Continue reading Addressing India’s electrical fire risks
A New Phase in the India-Vietnam Strategic Partnership
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- International Relation Introduction The visit of Vietnamese President Tô Lâm to India from May 5-7, 2026 marked an important shift in India-Vietnam relations. Both countries upgraded ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and signed agreements in defence, technology, finance, and energy. The visit reflected growing strategic convergence between the… Continue reading A New Phase in the India-Vietnam Strategic Partnership
A decentralised solution for waste crisis
Source: The post “A decentralised solution for waste crisis” has been created, based on “Federalism in the bin: Why India’s waste crisis cannot be solved by central decree” published in “The Hindu” on 12 May 2026. A decentralised solution for waste crisis. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: India’s waste crisis has become a national… Continue reading A decentralised solution for waste crisis
‘One Case One Data’ and ‘Su Sahay’ chatbot
News: Supreme Court launched ‘One Case One Data’ Initiative and ‘Su Sahay’ chatbot to strengthen judicial data integration and improving public access to court services. About ‘One Case One Data’ Initiative Introduction The ‘One Case One Data’ is a major digital initiative to integrate the judicial administration at every level. Aim: It aimed at strengthening judicial… Continue reading ‘One Case One Data’ and ‘Su Sahay’ chatbot
Advancing India–South Korea Defence Innovation Ties
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction India and South Korea have steadily expanded their defence partnership since establishing diplomatic relations in 1973. Their cooperation has evolved from traditional defence agreements to joint defence manufacturing, technology partnerships, research collaboration, and industrial cooperation. The launch of the Korea-India Defence Accelerator (KIND-X) during the April 2026… Continue reading Advancing India–South Korea Defence Innovation Ties
Cost to access: On health check-up for workers
Source: The post “Cost to access: On health check-up for workers” has been created, based on “Cost to access” published in “The Hindu” on 11 May 2026. Cost to access: On health check-up for workers. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Union Labour Ministry has announced a free annual health check-up programme for workers… Continue reading Cost to access: On health check-up for workers
