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
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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
Circular Economy in Dairy Sector
Source: The post “Circular Economy in Dairy Sector” has been created, based on “Circular economy to boost dairy farmers’ income by 20% in 5 years: Amit Shah” published in “The Hindu” on 9 December 2025. Circular Economy in Dairy Sector. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: The circular economy model focuses on maximizing the… Continue reading Circular Economy in Dairy Sector
Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities
Source: The post “Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities” has been created, based on “Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities” published in “The Hindu” on 9 December 2025. Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Prisoners with disabilities in India face significant challenges in terms of accessibility,… Continue reading Carceral culture: On prisons and disability-related facilities
A New Step in the Dragon–Elephant Tango
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 -International relations Introduction China and India are moving through important phases in their national development. China has approved the proposal for its 15th Five-Year Plan, which will guide its progress from 2026 to 2030. India is moving towards its Viksit Bharat 2047 goal. Both place development at the centre… Continue reading A New Step in the Dragon–Elephant Tango
The evolution of pension reforms in India
Source: The post “The evolution of pension reforms in India” has been created, based on “The evolution of pension reforms in India” published in “The Hindu” on 8 December 2025. The evolution of pension reforms in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: India is undergoing a rapid demographic shift, with the elderly population of… Continue reading The evolution of pension reforms in India
A black Friday for aviation safety in India
Source: The post “A black Friday for aviation safety in India” has been created, based on “A black Friday for aviation safety in India” published in “The Hindu” on 8 December 2025. A black Friday for aviation safety in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Economy Context: The suspension of the DGCA’s revised Flight Duty Time… Continue reading A black Friday for aviation safety in India
Surveillance apps in welfare, snake oil for accountability
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 -e-Governance Introduction Digital tools are increasingly used in welfare programmes to monitor attendance, prevent fraud, and enforce discipline. They promise quick fixes to long-standing problems such as absenteeism, corruption, and weak accountability. Yet their growing use has shifted attention from real work to digital compliance. Many tools create new… Continue reading Surveillance apps in welfare, snake oil for accountability
