UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India has updated the Consumer Price Index after more than a decade to reflect major economic and consumption changes. The new series uses base year 2024 and consumption patterns from Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2023–24. Changes in spending behaviour, growth of services, digital markets, and reduced food… Continue reading Overdue upgrade: On the new series of the Consumer Price Index
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The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms
Source: The post “The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms” has been created, based on “A case against the SHANTI Act | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 14 February 2026. The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and Technology Context: The SHANTI Act introduces major reforms in… Continue reading The SHANTI Act and India’s Nuclear Liability Reforms
Bacillus subtilis
News: Kerala became India’s first State to declare Bacillus subtilis as its State microbe. About Bacillus subtilis It is the type species for the genus Bacillus which are gram-positive, spore-forming bacilli. Found in: It is commonly found in diverse environments ranging from soil to the gastrointestinal tract of cattle and humans. Properties: It can produce endospores by… Continue reading Bacillus subtilis
Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission
Source: The post “Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission has been created, based on “Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission” published in “The Hindu ” on 13 February 2026. Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Polity Context: The 16th Finance Commission, chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its… Continue reading Fiscal Federalism and the 16th Finance Commission
AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure
Source: The post “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” has been created, based on “AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure” published in “The Hindu” on 13 February 2026. AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules,… Continue reading AI Fakes and the Need for Disclosure
Welfare for all — the AI race India should win
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and technology Introduction India’s AI journey must move beyond global competition and technological display. The real opportunity lies in solving basic development gaps. Seventy per cent of global food comes from low-productivity small farmers. 4.5 billion people lack essential healthcare. 739 million adults and 250 million children lack basic… Continue reading Welfare for all — the AI race India should win
Farmers’ Pulse: On India and its Demand for Pulses
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Agricultural Introduction India manages its high demand for pulses through imports, price stabilisation, and limited MSP procurement. Yet domestic production remains below demand. Pulses are vital for nutrition and rural livelihoods. Recent concerns over possible import commitments have increased political sensitivity. The issue reflects deeper structural weaknesses in procurement, pricing,… Continue reading Farmers’ Pulse: On India and its Demand for Pulses
MHA Guidelines on Vande Mataram
News: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has issued new guidelines mandating that all six stanzas of the National Song be performed and that Vande Mataram should be sung or played before the National Anthem when both are played. About MHA Guidelines on Vande Mataram Order of Playing with National Anthem: When both Vande Mataram… Continue reading MHA Guidelines on Vande Mataram
The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life
Source: The post “The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life” has been created, based on “The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life” published in “The Hindu ” on 12 February 2026. The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The… Continue reading The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life
Centre Revises IT Rules to Address AI-Based Content
Source: The post “Centre Revises IT Rules to Address AI-Based Content” has been created, based on “Take down deepfakes within two hours: India’s new IT Rules” published in “The Hindu ” on 12 February 2026. Centre Revises IT Rules to Address AI-Based Content. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The Government of India has notified… Continue reading Centre Revises IT Rules to Address AI-Based Content
