UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Introduction Critical minerals have moved from a marginal policy issue to a central pillar of India’s industrial, energy, and geopolitical strategy. This shift reflects the growing importance of minerals in clean energy, electric mobility, and advanced manufacturing. The launch of the National Critical… Continue reading The shift of critical minerals to India’s strategic centre
Tag: the hindu
Balancing Faith, Dignity and Constitutional Rights
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India —historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Introduction The Supreme Court’s 2018 judgment allowed women of all ages to enter the Sabarimala temple, leading to protests and constitutional debate. Review petitions now challenge both the verdict and the legal principles used in the decision.… Continue reading Balancing Faith, Dignity and Constitutional Rights
Unpackaging the Myth of Safe Bottled Water in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure. Introduction Bottled water in India has shifted from occasional convenience to daily necessity due to declining trust in municipal water and belief in plastic-sealed safety. It is generally microbiologically safe, but scientific evidence now highlights risks from microplastics and plastic-derived chemicals. These invisible contaminants raise concerns about long-term health,… Continue reading Unpackaging the Myth of Safe Bottled Water in India
Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies
Source: The post “Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies” has been created, based on “What are carbon capture and utilisation technologies? | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 26 February 2026. Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Economy Context: Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies are emerging as an important tool to reduce emissions… Continue reading Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies
Large Language Models (LLMs) Training in India
Source: The post “Large Language Models (LLMs) Training in India” has been created, based on “How are Indian firms training LLMs? | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 26 February 2026. Large Language Models (LLMs) Training in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Science and technology Context: Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI released two Large Language Models trained on… Continue reading Large Language Models (LLMs) Training in India
An Israel Visit Its Strategic, Economic, Regional Impact
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 –International Relation. Introduction West Asia is facing rising tensions, including a large American military buildup in the Persian Gulf, Iran’s defiance, and fragile peace in Gaza since October 2025. Regional fault lines are also pulling countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia into opposing blocs. In this uncertain situation, Prime… Continue reading An Israel Visit Its Strategic, Economic, Regional Impact
India’s Trade Strategy in a Multipolar World
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation. Introduction India’s trade strategy in a multipolar world is shaped by rising exports, ambitious free trade agreements, and a clear goal of reaching $2 trillion exports by 2030 under the 2023 Foreign Trade Policy. In 2025, total exports reached $825.25 billion with 6.05% growth. Trade is now linked… Continue reading India’s Trade Strategy in a Multipolar World
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Programme
News: The Union Health Ministry is set to launch a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme. About Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Programme It is a nationwide free HPV vaccination programme for adolescent girls in 2026. Aim: The initiative aims to prevent cervical cancer. Target age group: The programme will target girls aged 14 years across… Continue reading Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Programme
The Quiet Crisis of Adolescent Mental Health in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 –Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Introduction The recent deaths of three adolescent girls in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, brought national attention to child and adolescent mental health. Such incidents should not be seen as isolated tragedies. They point to deeper structural… Continue reading The Quiet Crisis of Adolescent Mental Health in India
Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights
Source: The post “Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights” has been created, based on “Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights” published in “The Hindu” on 24 February 2026. Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The recent judgment of the Supreme Court of India in Nawang v. Bahadur clarified that the Hindu Succession… Continue reading Rethinking tribal women’s inheritance rights
