UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International relations Introduction West Asia is caught in a major conflict led by Benjamin Netanyahu and supported by Donald Trump. The war began on February 28, 2026 with U.S.–Israel joint strikes on Iran under Operation Epic Fury. The June 2025 12-day war acted as a precursor. The conflict has caused several… Continue reading The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout
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Counting people is not counting disaster risk
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Disaster and disaster management. Introduction Counting total population instead of people exposed to hazards creates a distorted picture of disaster risk. A State may face intense cyclones or floods but still receive less funding if its population is smaller. This weakens disaster preparedness. A proper system must measure where people… Continue reading Counting people is not counting disaster risk
Carpet Industry of India
News: Key global carpet exhibitions are being postponed and cancelled due to ongoing geopolitical conditions, which will impact the exports of carpets from Kashmir, overall affecting the Carpet Industry of India. About Carpet Industry of India The Indian carpet industry includes handmade carpets, handloom carpets, coir carpets, silk carpets, and floor coverings. Currently, India is… Continue reading Carpet Industry of India
Ensuring federalism within delimitation
UPSC Syllabus- GS 2- Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure Introduction Delimitation is one of the most politically significant constitutional exercises. With the 2026 Census approaching, India will soon need to redraw parliamentary constituencies and reallocate seats among states. The key challenge is to ensure fair representation without disadvantaging states that have successfully… Continue reading Ensuring federalism within delimitation
The continued pursuit of the perfect election
Source: The post “The continued pursuit of the perfect election” has been created, based on “The continued pursuit of the perfect election” published in “The Hindu” on 31st March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-Governance Context: Elections to the Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Puducherry are being conducted after the Special… Continue reading The continued pursuit of the perfect election
e-Commerce Moratorium
News: The e-Commerce Moratorium is to be reconsidered for extension at the 14th Ministerial Conference in Yaounde, Cameroon. About e-Commerce Moratorium The e-commerce moratorium is a global agreement among World Trade Organization members which bans customs duties being applied to electronic transmissions such as digital downloads and streaming. First adopted in: It was first adopted… Continue reading e-Commerce Moratorium
Extracellular RNA (exRNA)
News: In a study, scientists reported that extracellular RNA (exRNA) from bacteria can persist in disinfected drinking water. About Extracellular RNA (exRNA) Extracellular RNA (exRNA) are RNA that exists outside cells. They are found in body fluids such as blood, saliva, urine, and cerebrospinal fluid. They are heterogenous populations including small (e.g., miRNA) and long… Continue reading Extracellular RNA (exRNA)
How will India’s new Nationally Determined Contribution accelerate climate Action?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Environment Introduction India’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), approved on March 25, 2026, raises targets on clean energy, emissions intensity, and carbon sinks. It comes when emissions growth is slowing. While it signals stronger ambition under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, its ability to accelerate real climate… Continue reading How will India’s new Nationally Determined Contribution accelerate climate Action?
Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties
Source: The post “Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties” has been created, based on “Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: India and Nepal share a unique civilisational relationship based on open borders, deep cultural ties, economic interdependence, and strong people-to-people connections. The… Continue reading Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties
How to secure India’s supply chains
Source: The post “How to secure India’s supply chains” has been created, based on “How to secure India’s supply chains” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: India’s manufacturing ecosystem is deeply integrated into global supply chains, particularly in sectors such as energy, fertilizers, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and critical… Continue reading How to secure India’s supply chains
