News: African grey parrots continue to be widely sold in pet markets across country despite the fact that no registered breeders or authorized pet shops exist for this species. About African Grey Parrot The African grey parrot is a medium-sized parrot with mottled grey plumage. Scientific name: Psittacus erithacus. This species is classified under the… Continue reading African Grey Parrot
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The new direction for India should be toward Asia
Source: The post “The new direction for India should be toward Asia” has been created, based on “The new direction for India should be toward Asia” published in “The Hindu” on 22 November 2025. The new direction for India should be toward Asia. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning,… Continue reading The new direction for India should be toward Asia
Do we really need large banks now?
Source: The post “Do we really need large banks now?” has been created, based on “Do we really need large banks now?” published in “The Hindu BusinessLine” on 22 November 2025. Do we really need large banks now? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s… Continue reading Do we really need large banks now?
India’s Fisheries and Aquaculture: Its Promising Course
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Agriculture Introduction India’s fisheries and aquaculture sector is growing rapidly, supporting livelihoods, nutrition, exports and coastal development. India has become a global aquaculture leader, backed by technological change, institutional support and major schemes such as Blue Revolution, PMMSY and new digital initiatives. At the same time, environmental stress,… Continue reading India’s Fisheries and Aquaculture: Its Promising Course
Environment Vs Development – SC’s Reversing the Vanashakti Judgement
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction On 18 November 2025, the Supreme Court recalled its May 2025 Vanashakti ruling that had outlawed retrospective environmental clearances. The case now stands at the centre of a wider conflict between strict, preventive environmental regulation based on prior environmental clearance and demands to protect large public and… Continue reading Environment Vs Development – SC’s Reversing the Vanashakti Judgement
The Need of a National Arbitrator Database
Source: The post “The Need of a National Arbitrator Database” has been created, based on “The Need of a National Arbitrator Database” published in “The Hindu” on 21st November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Polity Context: India has repeatedly expressed its aspiration to become a global hub for international arbitration. However, recent statements, including… Continue reading The Need of a National Arbitrator Database
Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker
Source: The post “Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker” has been created, based on “Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker” published in “The Hindu” on 20 November 2025. Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context: On July 24, 2023, the UN General Assembly… Continue reading Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker
Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater
Source: The post “Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater” has been created, based on “Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater” published in “The Hindu” on 20 November 2025. Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3- Environment Context: Groundwater contamination has become a major environmental and developmental challenge affecting health, agriculture, and economic stability in… Continue reading Hidden Cost of Polluted Groundwater
The Threat of Digital Tradecraft in Terrorism
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Security Introduction Terrorism has entered the digital age, where extremist groups are no longer limited to physical networks or propaganda. They now exploit the digital ecosystem — encrypted apps, private servers, and spy-style communication — to plan, coordinate, and execute attacks while avoiding detection. The recent Red Fort blast… Continue reading The Threat of Digital Tradecraft in Terrorism
India’s Plant Variety Act and Issues Around It
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’s Plant Variety Act is being reviewed after two decades to match new technologies, trade changes, and farmers’ needs. Planned amendments must balance high-yielding varieties with the protection of… Continue reading India’s Plant Variety Act and Issues Around It
