UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and infrastructure Introduction The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical maritime routes, carrying nearly one-fifth of global oil consumption. Any disruption affects energy supplies, shipping, freight and international trade. As India imports nearly 90% of its crude oil, tensions in West Asia exposed its… Continue reading Hormuz to Home, India’s Resilience in Uncertain Times
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Two together: on the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India
Source: The post “Two together: on the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India” has been created based on “Two together: on the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India” published in “The Hindu” on 6 July 2026. Two together: on the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 -International Relations Context: India and… Continue reading Two together: on the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India
The Iran Conundrum and the Decline of the West
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction Since 1945, the United States and Western Europe have largely shaped the international order through their military strength, technological leadership, and financial influence. However, the rise of China, the growing role of middle powers, and the recent U.S.-Iran conflict have raised fresh questions about the durability of… Continue reading The Iran Conundrum and the Decline of the West
Counting cancer: On making cancer a notifiable disease in India
Source: The post “Counting cancer: On making cancer a notifiable disease in India” has been created based on “Counting cancer: On making cancer a notifiable disease in India” published in “The Hindu” on 4 July 2026. Counting cancer: On making cancer a notifiable disease in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3-Science and Technology Context: Cancer is… Continue reading Counting cancer: On making cancer a notifiable disease in India
Building water security in a rapidly drying India
Source: The post “Building water security in a rapidly drying India” has been created based on “Building water security in a rapidly drying India” published in “The Hindu” on 4 July 2026. Building water security in a rapidly drying India. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2-Governance Context: India is facing an increasing water security crisis due to… Continue reading Building water security in a rapidly drying India
Transcaspian Marinka
News: The Sangon community of Arunachal Pradesh launched a conservation initiative to protect the Transcaspian marinka species found in the region. About Transcaspian Marinka About: The Transcaspian marinka is a medium‑sized, ray-finned freshwater fish. It is also known as the Himalayan ray-finned fish. Family: It belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). Class: It belongs to… Continue reading Transcaspian Marinka
A Shot at Life: Mandsaur’s Model for HPV Vaccination
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women in India and remains a major public health challenge. Since nearly 95% of cervical cancer cases are caused by high-risk Human Papillomavirus (HPV), vaccination offers an effective… Continue reading A Shot at Life: Mandsaur’s Model for HPV Vaccination
The right to a fair trial at the crossroads
Source: The post “The right to a fair trial at the crossroads” has been created based on “The right to a fair trial at the crossroads” published in “The Hindu” on 3 July 2026. The right to a fair trial at the crossroads. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2 – Polity & Governance Context: The Supreme Court’s… Continue reading The right to a fair trial at the crossroads
A Unified Policy Architecture for India’s Energy Future
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India has made significant progress in expanding energy access through near-universal household electrification, wider clean cooking fuel coverage and rapid growth in renewable energy. As energy demand rises and the energy mix becomes more diverse, the next phase of the transition requires better coordination across different fuels, technologies… Continue reading A Unified Policy Architecture for India’s Energy Future
The Case for Building India’s Coal Chemistry Capability
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India successfully managed the 2026 Strait of Hormuz energy disruption through refinery flexibility, diversified crude sourcing and strong indigenous technical capability. However, the crisis also exposed India’s continued dependence on imported LPG. The experience showed that lasting energy security requires reducing import dependence through indigenous science, technology and… Continue reading The Case for Building India’s Coal Chemistry Capability
