UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Environment Introduction The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which charges a carbon price on imports based on emissions, came into force on January 1, 2026. It aims to ensure fair competition between domestic and foreign producers. However, Indian exporters face full costs without similar support.… Continue reading Keeping India’s carbon money at home
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AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power
Source: The post “AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power” has been created, based on “AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power” published in “The Hindu” on 4 May 2026. AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming economies, societies, and… Continue reading AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power
Abu Dhabi’s OPEC exit begins its ascent of ‘peak oil’
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – International Relation Introduction The United Arab Emirates suddenly announced its exit from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+ with only three days’ notice, just before a key meeting. This decision came despite the Strait of Hormuz blockade. It reflects deeper tensions within OPEC, a push… Continue reading Abu Dhabi’s OPEC exit begins its ascent of ‘peak oil’
Work in progress: On the Household Social Consumption (Health) Survey
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction The 80th round of the National Statistical Office health survey presents a post-pandemic assessment of India’s health system. It reflects the phase where Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY has matured. The survey captures expansion in insurance, improved public healthcare… Continue reading Work in progress: On the Household Social Consumption (Health) Survey
On May Day, a workforce in India without a floor
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Introduction May Day 2026 reflects not a celebration but a diagnosis of Indian labour conditions. A large protest by garment workers in Noida over wages and a fatal boiler accident in a thermal plant… Continue reading On May Day, a workforce in India without a floor
India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific
Source: The post “India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific” has been created, based on “India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific” published in “The Hindu” on 1 May 2026. India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: India concluded… Continue reading India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific
Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
News: The election of the next United Nations Secretary-General is underway, and on April 21–22, four candidates pitched before the UN General Assembly in informal, interactive dialogues. About Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) Appointed by: The Secretary-General of United Nations (UN) is appointed by the General Assembly, upon the recommendation of the Security… Continue reading Election of Secretary-General of United Nations (UN)
Increasing Health Insurance Coverage, Growing Distress
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education Introduction Health insurance coverage has expanded significantly in India, as shown by the National Sample Survey (NSS) 80th round (2025), mainly due to government-financed schemes. However, this increase has not improved healthcare access or reduced financial burden. Hospitalisation… Continue reading Increasing Health Insurance Coverage, Growing Distress
The RTE Act and the Idea of Social Inclusion
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education Introduction: The January 2026 judgment of the Supreme Court of India reaffirmed Section 12(1)(c) of the Right to Education Act, 2009. It mandates 25% reservation in private schools for disadvantaged children. The provision is not only about… Continue reading The RTE Act and the Idea of Social Inclusion
The Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does the Iran war threaten subsea cables?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction The Strait of Hormuz is now both an energy and digital chokepoint. Several subsea cables pass through this narrow route, linking Asia, the Gulf, and Europe. Iran’s warning has highlighted the vulnerability of this critical infrastructure. Ongoing conflict has raised risks of accidental and indirect damage to these… Continue reading The Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does the Iran war threaten subsea cables?
