UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Large data centres consume huge amounts of electricity, and most of this energy ultimately becomes heat that must be removed continuously. A 1-GW data centre can, in principle, generate 1 GW of heat, creating a major cooling challenge. Air-cooling uses less water and costs less initially,… Continue reading Can air-cooling handle the heat from a 1-GW data centre?
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Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Source: The post “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” has been created based on “Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus” published in “The Hindu” on 8 September 2026. Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3-Science and Technology Context: The recent launch of EOS-05 on… Continue reading Ground control: On ISRO, policy and and its focus
Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation
News: A new ICMR-National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research study found that nicotine pouches are reaching Indian cities through online platforms, hookah shops and gig delivery services. About Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation About Nicotine Pouch: It is a small, tobacco-free, tea-bag-like sack containing nicotine, favourings and plant-based fibres. Note: Nicotine is a highly… Continue reading Nicotine Pouches and Their Regulation
Sulphuric acid
News: Researchers found that some peptides remain stable and fold into functional 3D shapes even in 98% concentrated sulphuric acid. About Sulfuric Acid Sulphuric acid is a strong mineral acid. Its formula is H2SO4. Production: Its production involves a multi-step process, widely known as the Contact Process or the sulfuric acid manufacturing process. This process… Continue reading Sulphuric acid
Harnessing BRICS ‘POWER’ to Empower the World
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction BRICS has evolved from an emerging-economy platform into a wider Global South forum with growing economic and political weight. Its 20th anniversary comes amid geopolitical conflicts, trade disruptions, energy insecurity and pressure on multilateral institutions. India’s 2026 presidency therefore seeks to use BRICS cooperation to build a… Continue reading Harnessing BRICS ‘POWER’ to Empower the World
Judicial Integrity – A Case the Court Cannot Ignore
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-Judiciary Introduction Judicial integrity is essential for public trust, rule of law and judicial independence. The concerns surrounding the Rajasthan High Court show that allegations against judges cannot be treated only as individual disputes. They raise wider questions about institutional accountability, transparency, judicial administration and the ability of the higher judiciary… Continue reading Judicial Integrity – A Case the Court Cannot Ignore
The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Source: The post “The political cost of unconditional cash transfers” has been created based on “The political cost of UCT” published in “The Hindu” on 7 September 2026. The political cost of unconditional cash transfers. UPSC Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Context: Since 2020, Unconditional Cash Transfer (UCT) schemes have become an important electoral strategy in… Continue reading The political cost of unconditional cash transfers
Revising India’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Indian economy Introduction India is reviewing its Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) to make the investment regime more attractive while protecting its regulatory space. The review follows difficulties in concluding new BITs, concerns over investor protection and declining net foreign direct investment (FDI). The revised framework is expected to be… Continue reading Revising India’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
Port of Mokha
News: Houthi rebels launched a major offensive near Yemen’s Bab al-Mandab Strait, killing at least 129 people, as they seek to seize the port city of Mokha and key positions overlooking the vital Red Sea shipping route. About Port of Mokha Location: Mokha port is situated in the western Taiz province of Yemen. It lies… Continue reading Port of Mokha
The Gap in Manufacturing Sector GVA
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3 – Indian economy Introduction India’s new National Accounts Statistics (NAS), with 2022-23 as the base year, estimates manufacturing GVA at ₹38.6 lakh crore in 2023-24. However, an alternative estimate using Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) and Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) gives only ₹27.4 lakh crore, creating a… Continue reading The Gap in Manufacturing Sector GVA
