UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime chokepoint where regional tensions can disrupt international navigation and affect wider security. The Malacca–Singapore Straits provide a useful precedent of cooperation among littoral states, supported by international users and maritime institutions. Their experience shows how territorial interests can coexist… Continue reading A Malacca–Singapore Model for Resolving Hormuz
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Unsafe space: On the U.S. and ‘on-orbit space control weapons
Source: The post “Unsafe space: On the U.S. and on-orbit space control weapons” has been created based on “Unsafe space: On the U.S. and on-orbit space control weapons” published in “The Hindu” on 22 September 2026. Unsafe space: On the U.S. and ‘on-orbit space control weapons. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Science and Technology Context: The U.S.A military’s… Continue reading Unsafe space: On the U.S. and ‘on-orbit space control weapons
“Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative
News: India will join “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative supporting UN-based multilateralism over “superpower” politics. About “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative is a new, non-superpower global diplomatic grouping to reform global institutions and promote collective action. The idea has been coined at Partners for Multilateralism Summit held in New York… Continue reading “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative
Missing Measure in India’s Magnet Mission
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India’s advanced manufacturing and energy-transition goals increasingly depend on high-performance permanent magnets, especially Neodymium-Iron-Boron (NdFeB) magnets. These magnets are used in EV motors, wind turbine generators, semiconductor facilities and precision manufacturing machinery. Yet India’s vulnerability is not limited to access to rare-earth minerals. The larger concern is… Continue reading Missing Measure in India’s Magnet Mission
India’s Real Rate Moment, the Cost of Delay
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction India is facing a monetary-policy challenge as inflation rises while the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) keeps the repo rate at 5.25%. The real policy rate is losing its cushion as inflation and inflation expectations move closer to the policy rate. At the same time, economic… Continue reading India’s Real Rate Moment, the Cost of Delay
The copyright stakes in the EU FTA
Source: The post “The copyright stakes in the EU FTA” has been created based on “The copyright stakes in the EU FTA” published in “The Hindu” on 21 September 2026. The copyright stakes in the EU FTA. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-International Relations Context: The proposed India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) contains intellectual property provisions that may… Continue reading The copyright stakes in the EU FTA
Myelodysplastic Syndrome
News: Karnataka police and the State Drugs Control Department busted an inter-State counterfeit drug racket operating supplying cancer medicines to hospitals and clinics for treating cancer including Myelodysplastic Syndrome. About Myelodysplastic Syndrome Myelodysplastic syndromes are a group of cancers in which immature blood cells in the bone marrow do not develop into healthy, mature blood… Continue reading Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Balancing Deep-Sea Discovery with Environmental Stewardship
UPSC Syllabus- GS 2/GS 3– Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors/ Achievements of Indians in science & technology Introduction India’s expanding deep-sea capabilities are opening opportunities in critical minerals, climate research, food security and the Blue Economy. India is developing technologies for deep-sea mining, underwater robotics and human submersibles. However, the deep… Continue reading Balancing Deep-Sea Discovery with Environmental Stewardship
A Homegrown Innovation Ecosystem is Taking Root
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Introduction India is gradually moving from importing technology to developing it through public research institutions, corporate R&D and deep-tech startups. Rising patent activity, indigenous technologies in semiconductors, communications, space and healthcare, and growing private R&D show this shift.… Continue reading A Homegrown Innovation Ecosystem is Taking Root
Uniform Civil Code Debate
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Constitution of India Introduction The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) seeks common civil laws for citizens in matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance and adoption. Article 44 of the Constitution, under the Directive Principles of State Policy, directs the State to endeavour to secure a common civil code for citizens throughout… Continue reading Uniform Civil Code Debate
