UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The Centre’s fiscal outlook for 2026–27 is under pressure from recent tax changes and the West Asian crisis. Slower tax growth, reduced fuel excise duties and higher subsidies could affect fiscal performance. However, strong non-tax receipts, including Reserve Bank of India dividends, along with new revenue measures… Continue reading Centre’s Fiscal Outlook Faces Geopolitical, Revenue Risks
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Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?
Source: The post “Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?” has been created based on “Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?” published in “The Hindu” on 21 August 2026. Can free public technology break the private coaching industry? UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: The government’s proposed free online coaching… Continue reading Can free public technology break the private coaching industry?
Satokosia Tiger Reserve
News: Odisha has formed a high-level inquiry committee to investigate the alleged forced relocation of villages from the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, following residents’ claims of eviction from their ancestral homes. About Satokosia Tiger Reserve Location: It is situated in Odisha. It is spread over four districts, including Nayagarh, Cuttack, Angul and Boudh. Naming: The name… Continue reading Satokosia Tiger Reserve
Why is the Supreme Court Examining Polygamy Again?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian Constitution Introduction The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response to a petition challenging the constitutional validity of polygamy among Muslims. The petition seeks to abolish the practice for all citizens and apply laws against bigamy uniformly. The case raises questions about Muslim Personal Law, gender equality, fundamental rights… Continue reading Why is the Supreme Court Examining Polygamy Again?
Apong
News: In recent years, Apong has been transformed into a premium bottled drink called Ti:Po. About Apong Apong is a fermented rice-based alcoholic beverage is popular among the Mishing tribe in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. It is popular in Assam as sai mod (ash liquor). Varieties: The Mishings prepare two types of rice-based alcoholic beverages… Continue reading Apong
What Drives Corporate Investment?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Corporate investment in India has remained weak for several years, raising questions about what determines firms’ investment decisions. Investment depends on expected profitability, confidence about future profits and the cost of credit, but these factors affect firms differently according to their size and access to own capital.… Continue reading What Drives Corporate Investment?
GISAT-1A
News: The Indian Space Research Organisation is preparing to resume flight operations in September after a break of close to seven months, with the GISAT-1A Earth-observation spacecraft. About GISAT-1A It is an Geo Imaging Satellite which is also referred to as EOS-05. It is a replacement for GISAT-1 (EOS-03), which was launched in 2021 but… Continue reading GISAT-1A
School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?
Source: The post “School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?” has been created based on “School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?” published in “The Hindu” on 18 August 2026. School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development? UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: India’s school education policy has traditionally aimed… Continue reading School Closures: Misfortune or a Step Towards Holistic Development?
The road to E20 is not without bumps
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India’s shift to E20 petrol, containing up to 20% ethanol, aims to reduce crude oil imports, save foreign exchange and cut carbon emissions. However, its rollout across the country has raised concerns over legacy vehicle compatibility, mileage, fuel-system damage, contamination risks and reduced consumer choice.… Continue reading The road to E20 is not without bumps
Match AI Models to Workloads, Not Leaderboards
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction AI adoption is moving beyond the race for the highest-ranked model. An AI model is a trained system used to process information and perform tasks. Enterprises now have deployment choices, and the right option depends on workload, data sensitivity, cost, governance, security and operational capacity. Open-weight… Continue reading Match AI Models to Workloads, Not Leaderboards
