Source: The post “Implications of increasing the size of the Lok Sabha” has been created, based on “Implications of increasing the size of the Lok Sabha” published in “The Hindu” on 16 April 2026. Implications of increasing the size of the Lok Sabha. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Governance Context: The proposed Constitutional Amendment seeks to… Continue reading Implications of increasing the size of the Lok Sabha
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Obesity Epidemic in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Introduction India is facing a growing obesity crisis linked with rising metabolic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Nearly one-fourth of the population is overweight or obese, with childhood obesity rising rapidly. Alongside lifestyle changes, there is an increasing… Continue reading Obesity Epidemic in India
Mapping the Legislative Vacuum in India’s Heat Crisis
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Disaster management Introduction India’s heat crisis has shifted from a seasonal issue to a systemic national emergency, now affecting over 57% of districts. Heatwaves have expanded beyond traditional regions and now impact diverse geographies. However, the burden is unequal, falling heavily on informal workers. Despite strong scientific evidence, governance remains… Continue reading Mapping the Legislative Vacuum in India’s Heat Crisis
The Fallout of the West Asia Crisis on India’s Economy
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the West Asia crisis have disrupted global energy supply chains. A partial blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has affected crude oil, gas and fertilizer flows. Prices have risen sharply. Even after a temporary ceasefire, supply chains may take time to stabilise.… Continue reading The Fallout of the West Asia Crisis on India’s Economy
Tapping Fisheries in Reservoirs
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Tapping fisheries in reservoirs has emerged as a key strategy in Budget 2026–27, which proposes integrated development of 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars to increase fish farmers’ income. India is now the second-largest fish producer globally, with 197.75 lakh tonnes production, and 75% coming from inland fisheries,… Continue reading Tapping Fisheries in Reservoirs
Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project
Source: The post “Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project” has been created, based on “Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project” published in “The Hindu” on 13 April 2026. Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The ₹92,000-crore mega-infrastructure project on Great… Continue reading Tourism and trade: On the Great Nicobar mega-infrastructure project
Ghaggar River
News: Villages along Haryana’s Ghaggar river, especially Sirsa and Fatehabad, report a rise in cancer cases allegedly linked to contaminated water. About Ghaggar River Origin: It originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. It is intermittent and flows only during the monsoon season. Course: After passing through the Ambala and Hissar districts… Continue reading Ghaggar River
Tourism Renaissance
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction Union Budget 2026–27 marks a shift from sporadic interventions to a structured, multi-dimensional tourism policy framework aligned with Viksit Bharat@2047. Tourism is now treated as a civilisational asset and growth engine, not a peripheral sector. It highlights tourism’s role in employment generation, foreign exchange earnings,… Continue reading Tourism Renaissance
Bolstering Deterrence through Submarine Dominance
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Security challenges and their management in border areas . Introduction The mention of ‘Aridhaman’ by Rajnath Singh triggered speculation about the commissioning of India’s third SSBN. This follows INS Arihant (2016) and INS Arighat (2024). The development reflects India’s steady effort to strengthen sea-based nuclear capability, which is central to… Continue reading Bolstering Deterrence through Submarine Dominance
Rebuilding ties: On India engaging with Turkiye and Azerbaijan
Source: The post “Rebuilding ties: On India engaging with Turkiye and Azerbaijan” has been created, based on “Rebuilding ties: On India engaging with Turkiye and Azerbaijan” published in “The Hindu” on 11 April 2026. Rebuilding ties: On India engaging with Turkiye and Azerbaijan. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International relations Context: India’s foreign policy in West… Continue reading Rebuilding ties: On India engaging with Turkiye and Azerbaijan
