News: Researchers can track spent nuclear fuel and detect illicit plutonium extraction by measuring anti Neutrino (“ghost particle”) signatures from reactors and cooling pools. About Neutrinos Neutrinos are fascinating and elusive particles that form an essential part of the standard model of particle physics. They are sometimes called “ghost particles” because they pass invisibly through… Continue reading Neutrinos
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Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education Introduction High-stakes public examinations such as NEET and UGC-NET determine educational and career opportunities for millions of candidates. Repeated controversies in NEET-2024, UGC-NET 2024 and NEET-2026, despite investigations reportedly finding no prosecutable evidence of a conventional paper leak… Continue reading Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara confirmed that NATO is entering a new phase of strategic transformation rather than decline. The Alliance is moving beyond its traditional security role to prepare for long-term geopolitical rivalry, technological competition and resilient defence industries. At the same time, the United… Continue reading Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme
Source: The post “Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme” has been created based on “Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme” published in “The Hindu” on 5 July 2026. Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context:… Continue reading Top spot: On the new phase of the Khelo India Scheme
NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation
Source: The post “NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation” has been created based on “NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation” published in “The Hindu” on 5 July 2026. NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations Context: NATO is entering a new strategic phase… Continue reading NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation
Hexavalent Vaccine
News: In a recent finding, it was found out that introducing the hexavalent vaccine under the Universal Immunisation Programme could reduce the number of injections, ease pressure on health workers and improve programme efficiency. About Hexavalent Vaccine About: A hexavalent (six-in-one) vaccine is a combination vaccine that protects infants against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough),… Continue reading Hexavalent Vaccine
AI and Cyber, the Double Helix of Today’s Security Threats
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- science and technology And Gs paper 3- cyber security Introduction The rapid spread of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies is reshaping the global security landscape. AI is no longer only a tool for improving efficiency but has become a key part of digital infrastructure. At the same time, cyber… Continue reading AI and Cyber, the Double Helix of Today’s Security Threats
India Struggling to Retain Scientists
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction India has achieved significant progress in space, biotechnology, engineering, vaccines, and supercomputing through strong public scientific institutions. However, the recent resignation or voluntary retirement of more than 100 scientists from ISRO, along with similar departures from other government-funded research organisations, has raised concerns about India’s ability… Continue reading India Struggling to Retain Scientists
Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems
Source: The post “Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems” has been created based on “Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems” published in “The Hindu” on 4 July 2026. Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Context: Strong public health systems are essential… Continue reading Public Health Financing: The Key to Universal Health Systems
Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power
Source: The post “Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power” has been created based on “Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power” published in “The Hindu” on 4 July 2026. Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 – Economy Context: Critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, copper, and rare… Continue reading Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power
