Source: The post “A start for North-South carbon market cooperation” has been created, based on “A start for North-South carbon market cooperation” published in “The Hindu” on 28 October 2025. A start for North-South carbon market cooperation. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -2-Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests Context:… Continue reading A start for North-South carbon market cooperation
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CMS-03 Satellite
News: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch military communications satellite CMS-03 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. About CMS-03 Satellite CMS-03 is a multi-band communication satellite that will provide services over a wide oceanic region including the Indian landmass. It is also known as GSAT-7R. Launched by: Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) The… Continue reading CMS-03 Satellite
Internationalising the Indian Rupee and India–Nepal Economic Ties
Source: The post “Internationalising the Indian Rupee and India–Nepal Economic Ties” has been created, based on “Winding up the clock of India-Nepal economic ties” published in “The Hindu” on 27 October 2025. Internationalising the Indian Rupee and India–Nepal Economic Ties. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3-Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth,… Continue reading Internationalising the Indian Rupee and India–Nepal Economic Ties
Contours of Constitutional Morality
Source: The post “Contours of Constitutional Morality” has been created, based on “Contours of Constitutional Morality” published in “The Hindu” on 27 October 2025. Contours of Constitutional Morality. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -2- Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure. Context: Constitutional morality in India ensures that governance adheres to constitutional… Continue reading Contours of Constitutional Morality
Health rights of children in India
Source: The post “Health rights of children in India” has been created, based on “Respect the health rights of India’s children” published in “The Hindu” on 25 October 2025. Health rights of children in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -2- Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.… Continue reading Health rights of children in India
The Mirage of Port-led Development in Great Nicobar
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Ecology and Environment And Infrastructure Introduction Supporters claim a mega port at Galathea Bay will make India a regional hub for security and trade. Critics warn of risks to indigenous communities and fragile ecology. A closer look shows advantages are overstated and structural flaws are ignored. The question… Continue reading The Mirage of Port-led Development in Great Nicobar
Cassava/Tapioca Crop
News: South India’s tapioca (cassava) crop has recovered from a severe infestation of cassava mealybug following the successful release of a biological control agent, the parasitic wasp Anagyrus lopezi, by ICAR–NBAIR. About Cassava/Tapioca Crop Cassava is a starchy root crop from the Euphorbiaceae family. It is also known as yuca, mandioca, manioc, or tapioca. Conditions… Continue reading Cassava/Tapioca Crop
Immunity of international organisations is no free pass
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Justice. Introduction International organisations exist to implement treaties and manage cooperation. They need autonomy to function, yet immunity cannot become a shield for abuse. Courts now face a hard question: when, and how far, should immunity yield so that individuals are not left without justice—especially in host states… Continue reading Immunity of international organisations is no free pass
PF Reforms Enable Social Security
India must build pensions that are adequate, sustainable, and accessible without burdening the budget. Recent EPFO changes move from control to trust and can support lifetime, Aadhaar-linked Citizen Social Security Accounts (CSSA). India’s pension system currently holds a D grade (43.8/100) in the 2025 Global Pension Index, showing weak adequacy, low sustainability, and narrow coverage.… Continue reading PF Reforms Enable Social Security
Climate change as global challenge
Source: The post “Climate change as global challenge” has been created, based on “Should India take global leadership on climate change? ” published in “The Hindu” on 24 October 2025. Climate change as global challenge. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -2- Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests Introduction: Climate… Continue reading Climate change as global challenge
