UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Political parties. Introduction A recent investigation found that six Gujarat-based RUPPs received around ₹1,700 crore in donations in 2023-24, despite limited electoral participation. The amount exceeded the ₹1,480 crore received by five nationally recognised parties other than the BJP. These findings, along with poor financial disclosure among Registered Unrecognised Political… Continue reading Regulation of RUPPs
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Should the Use of Gen AI Be Banned Among Younger Students in Schools?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education And GS Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Generative AI is rapidly entering children’s learning and digital environments through schools, educational apps, search engines and games. It can support personalised learning, creativity and teachers, but excessive dependence may… Continue reading Should the Use of Gen AI Be Banned Among Younger Students in Schools?
India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem
Source: The post “India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem” has been created based on “India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem” published in “The Hindu” on 10 September 2026. India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: India is witnessing a rise in obesity, diabetes and… Continue reading India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem
Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia
Source: The post “Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia” has been created based on “Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia” published in “The Hindu” on 10 September 2026. Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: The ongoing Iran war has escalated tensions across West… Continue reading Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia
India-Japan Defence Cooperation Breaks New Ground
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction India and Japan share a long-standing partnership based on shared democratic values, mutual respect and civilisational ties. The two countries will mark 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2027. Their defence cooperation has expanded through dialogues, the 2+2 mechanism, military exercises, logistics and technology discussions. The August… Continue reading India-Japan Defence Cooperation Breaks New Ground
Concerns over the Census questions
Source: The post “Concerns over the Census questions” has been created based on “Concerns over the Census questions” published in “The Hindu” on 9 September 2026. Concerns over the Census questions. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-Governance Context: The Census is a statistical exercise undertaken to collect, process and disseminate demographic, economic and social data for policy and… Continue reading Concerns over the Census questions
U.S. Tariffs Are Not What Is Holding Back Indian Research
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3-Industries Introduction Recent U.S. tariff tensions have revived concerns that higher duties could weaken Indian research and slow the transition towards higher-value manufacturing. This concern assumes that sectors exposed to tariffs are also the sectors driving India’s innovation. However, an examination of sectoral R&D patterns, private-sector research spending and industrial behaviour… Continue reading U.S. Tariffs Are Not What Is Holding Back Indian Research
Can air-cooling handle the heat from a 1-GW data centre?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Large data centres consume huge amounts of electricity, and most of this energy ultimately becomes heat that must be removed continuously. A 1-GW data centre can, in principle, generate 1 GW of heat, creating a major cooling challenge. Air-cooling uses less water and costs less initially,… Continue reading Can air-cooling handle the heat from a 1-GW data centre?
Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Source: The post “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” has been created based on “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” published in “The Hindu” on 8 September 2026. Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Science and Technology Context: The recent launch of EOS-05 on… Continue reading Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation
News: A new ICMR-National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research study found that nicotine pouches are reaching Indian cities through online platforms, hookah shops and gig delivery services. About Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation About Nicotine Pouch: It is a small, tobacco-free, tea-bag-like sack containing nicotine, favourings and plant-based fibres. Note: Nicotine is a highly… Continue reading Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation
