UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Introduction The Finance Commission decides the distribution of Union tax revenues between the Centre and the States and among the States themselves. The 16th Finance Commission retained the States’ 41%… Continue reading Finance Commission Transfers and Equity Issue
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Why is the Indian rupee falling?
Source: The post “Why is the Indian rupee falling?” has been created, based on “Why is the Indian rupee falling?” published in “The Hindu” on 26 May 2026. Why is the Indian rupee falling? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Indian Economy Context: The Indian rupee has weakened significantly against the U.S. dollar and crossed ₹96 per… Continue reading Why is the Indian rupee falling?
India and Australia – bridging the trade and trust barrier
Source: The post “India and Australia – bridging the trade and trust barrier” has been created, based on “India and Australia – bridging the trade and trust barrier” published in “The Hindu” on 26 May 2026. India and Australia – bridging the trade and trust barrier. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: India and… Continue reading India and Australia – bridging the trade and trust barrier
India’s Green Transition Still Runs on Coal
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction The recent rise in global energy prices due to tensions in West Asia has exposed India’s continued dependence on fossil fuels despite rapid renewable energy expansion. India has achieved major growth in solar and wind capacity and crossed important non-fossil milestones. However, coal still dominates actual electricity generation… Continue reading India’s Green Transition Still Runs on Coal
The U.S. Ends Russia Oil Waiver, Implications for India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction The United States has tightened restrictions on Russian seaborne oil at a time when global energy markets are already under pressure from geopolitical tensions and maritime disruptions. The issue now goes beyond the Russia-Ukraine conflict and raises concerns over inflation, supply insecurity and economic instability… Continue reading The U.S. Ends Russia Oil Waiver, Implications for India
Rupee Depreciation, RBI Measures and India’s External Sector Concerns
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction The rupee has weakened sharply and touched nearly ₹97 per dollar, increasing concerns over inflation, rising oil import costs, and external sector stability. Widening trade deficits, foreign capital outflows, global monetary tightening, and speculative financial pressures have intensified pressure on the currency. This has triggered a wider… Continue reading Rupee Depreciation, RBI Measures and India’s External Sector Concerns
Home and abroad: on the Prime Minister’s five-nation diplomatic tour
Source: The post “Home and abroad: on the Prime Minister’s five-nation diplomatic tour” has been created, based on “Home and abroad: on the Prime Minister’s five-nation diplomatic tour” published in “The Hindu” on 23 May 2026. Home and abroad: on the Prime Minister’s five-nation diplomatic tour. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: Prime Minister… Continue reading Home and abroad: on the Prime Minister’s five-nation diplomatic tour
Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability
Source: The post “Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability” has been created, based on “Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability” published in “The Hindu” on 23 May 2026. Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: Cyber warfare has increasingly become a part of modern conflict and is… Continue reading Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability
Should the NEET-UG be decentralised?
Source: The post “Should the NEET-UG be decentralised?” has been created, based on “Should the NEET-UG be decentralised?” published in “The Hindu” on 22 May 2026. Should the NEET-UG be decentralised? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) was introduced in 2013 to create a single transparent examination for… Continue reading Should the NEET-UG be decentralised?
India’s Peak Power Demand Challenge
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction India’s electricity demand is increasing rapidly, with peak demand crossing 256 GW during the April 2026 heatwave period. Rising temperatures, expanding electrification, cooling needs, electric vehicles, and agricultural consumption are putting heavy pressure on the power system. While renewable energy is helping meet daytime demand, managing evening and… Continue reading India’s Peak Power Demand Challenge
