News: The Union government is set to introduce the Viksit Bharat Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA). Viksit Bharat Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Rural… Continue reading Viksit Bharat Gramin Rozgar Bill, 2025
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SHANTI Bill, 2025
News: The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025, was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to reform India’s nuclear energy framework to support the government’s goal of achieving 100 gigawatt nuclear power capacity by 2047. SHANTI Bill, 2025 Full name: Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear… Continue reading SHANTI Bill, 2025
Courts must protect, not regulate free speech
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3-Fundamental Rights Introduction Freedom of speech is central to democracy and individual liberty. Threats to this right usually come from the executive or legislature. Recent judicial proceedings have raised concern that courts themselves may begin shaping regulation. When courts move from protecting speech to suggesting regulatory frameworks, it raises serious… Continue reading Courts must protect, not regulate free speech
A people-led climate intelligence movement
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Environment Introduction Climate action now depends on how well countries track what is happening on the ground. Monitoring, reporting and verification systems shape climate transparency, finance access, and trust. Yet most systems remain distant from people who face climate impacts daily. A people-led climate intelligence movement seeks to correct… Continue reading A people-led climate intelligence movement
Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
News: Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary will become the third home for cheetahs in Madhya Pradesh. About Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary Location: Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. The entire sanctuary is situated on a plateau that forms part of the Upper Vindhyan Range. It was established in 1975. River basins: It lies… Continue reading Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary
Ponduru Khadi
News: Srikakulam’s famed Ponduru Khadi has received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Government of India. About Ponduru Khadi Ponduru Khadi is a traditional handspun and handwoven cotton fabric produced in Ponduru village of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. The fabric is widely known for its fine texture, durability, and natural finish and was… Continue reading Ponduru Khadi
The stark reality of educational costs in India
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education). Introduction Education in India is legally guaranteed as a free right, yet families spend large sums to educate their children. While laws promise universal schooling, rising private enrolment and widespread private coaching have shifted education costs… Continue reading The stark reality of educational costs in India
Project Suncatcher
News: Google announced Project Suncatcher, which aims to launch AI chips into space via solar-powered satellites. About Project Suncatcher Project SunCatcher is Google’s initiative to move AI computation from Earth into orbit using satellite-based compute clusters. Aim: The project aims to address the rising energy demands of AI systems by leveraging the Sun’s abundant and… Continue reading Project Suncatcher
Satellites, Science, and the New Fight for Spectrum in Space
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 –Science and technology Introduction A rapid expansion of satellites, especially megaconstellations, has created intense competition for radio frequencies and orbital slots. These resources are limited, yet they are essential for communication, navigation, and scientific activity in space. As more nations and private companies enter this domain, the pressure on… Continue reading Satellites, Science, and the New Fight for Spectrum in Space
Neurotechnology in Focus: Emerging Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges
Source: The post “Neurotechnology in Focus: Emerging Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges” has been created, based on “Neurotechnology in Focus: Emerging Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges” published in “The Hindu” on 10 December 2025. Neurotechnology in Focus: Emerging Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: Neurotechnology, including Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), offers transformative… Continue reading Neurotechnology in Focus: Emerging Opportunities and Regulatory Challenges
