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15th October
Curse in Disguise
While discussing about the current debacle in Nepal with a Nepalese friend we mused over the following thought. (For those who are not aware of the issue, the plain southern districts of Nepal are striking for last many months. This means roads are blocked and system has almost stopped working. The reason? Well, they need… Continue reading Curse in Disguise
14th October
Self Study for IAS or Seek Help of Coaching Classes?
We continue our series on guiding the candidates from being “An aspirant to an IAS officer” in the most objective fashion without taking sides and coloring their opinions and judgments. As a newcomer IAS aspirant, there are several questions that cloud your mind including whether to join a coaching institute or to rely on… Continue reading Self Study for IAS or Seek Help of Coaching Classes?
12th October
What to do after IAS Prelims 2015 Results?
Ah, so finally the results are out! The UPSC’s Official pdf for “IAS Prelims 2015 results” is hosted at this post – click here Thought of having a small word with all of you before I come back again in more detail. What if you cleared it? First of all congratulations! So UPSC has given… Continue reading What to do after IAS Prelims 2015 Results?
UPSC Pre 2015 Results Are Declared. Download the PDF NOW
The UPSC Pre 2015 Results are OUT! Download the PDF from this link – CLICK HERE. Did you make it through? A lot of you guys are mailing us with queries on the cutoffs! It seems a bit odd that even people speculating it the range of 105+ could not make it in the final list.… Continue reading UPSC Pre 2015 Results Are Declared. Download the PDF NOW
The Importance of Answer Writing for IAS Mains
We cannot stress more upon the importance of the answer writing for IAS Mains, but let's take you step by step on questions which an IAS aspirant face when he plans to go for it.
11th October
Decodified: The Landmark Trans-Pacific Partnership
What is the TPP? Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is a trade agreement between several Pacific Rim countries concerning a variety of matters of economic policy. The aims of the TPP include the lowering of barriers to trade in goods and services, reducing tariffs to zero by 2015. In addition, the TPP hopes to promote investment and… Continue reading Decodified: The Landmark Trans-Pacific Partnership
10th October
FMC-SEBI Merger: The Road Ahead
Recently, FMC-SEBI merger made lot of news. Let's try to understand the underlying issues and what benefits commodity markets will reap, after coming under SEBI.
9th October
CD’s Guide to IAS Prep: From Aspirant to IAS Officer
Preparing for Civil Services can only mean 2 things: A wholehearted effort to become a Civil Servant or
an equally wholehearted effort to waste best years of one’s life. So, If you are doing it, DO IT, don’t pretend doing it. Fair Enough? Let's jump onto the roadmap then!
7th October
[Registration Starts] Campus Ambassadors for Civilsdaily
If you are studying in one of the metro cities, we have a flurry of activities lined up for you. So, apply soon. Others - we have an equally compelling list of engagements for you too, so don't miss out!
6th October
A Primer on India – Sri Lanka Foreign Relations
Must read for IAS Mains: India and Sri Lanka hold important position in the Asian continent based on location, people, ethnicity, culture. Read what's imp!
5th October
The Concept of Currency Devaluation & The Chinese Move: Part #2
This theme has been covered in 2 parts. Read the Part #1, here. Before, we proceed to understand the current move, let’s put some light on the background: During 1997, most of East Asian countries witnessed financial crisis. This led China to devalue its currency in order to encourage its exports. During 2005-06, China had come back… Continue reading The Concept of Currency Devaluation & The Chinese Move: Part #2
3rd October
UPSC Syllabus | GS Paper 3 | IAS Prep
Economics & Enviro are the mainstay of this GS Paper 3. The other 3 topics form a relatively small segment of this paper and are mostly covered at the end of time (which is a euphemism for last month of IAS Mains).
The Super Blood Moon Delights Stargazers
On 27 September, an evening remembered for skywatchers or stargazers in most parts of the world, for they were witness to a rare celestial event, aptly described by many as “once in a generation”. An exceptional celestial treat is in store for sky gazers as the event, called the Super Blood Moon, saw the Supermoon phenomenon… Continue reading The Super Blood Moon Delights Stargazers
2nd October
5 Amazingly Badass Bureaucrats You Would Be Proud To Know: Part #2
Read the Part 1, here. Courage is not the absence of fear but rather the judgement that something is more important than fear; the brave may not live forever but the cautious do not live at all. #1. Vinod Rai A 1972 batch Kerala cadre IAS officer, started his career as a sub-collector of Thrissur… Continue reading 5 Amazingly Badass Bureaucrats You Would Be Proud To Know: Part #2
1st October
UPSC Syllabus | GS Paper 2 | IAS Prep
An infographic representation of the UPSC Syllabus of GS Paper 2. Broadly comprises Indian Polity and Governance & International Relations.
The Concept of Currency Devaluation & The Chinese Move
Recently, China devalued its currency and there was so much hue and cry across the world markets. Let us try to understand these complex processes, and the implications of Chinese move.
30th September
US ke paas Google hai, China ke paas Alibaba hai, India ke paas Kya hai?
Start-Up India Initiative has been doing the rounds for over a month now and going by the knack of the UPSC to pick-up fancy terms, let’s see if we can deep dive on this topic. From the ramparts of the historic Red Fort, Prime Minister announced the “Start-Up India, Stand-up India” to encourage entrepreneurship and job creation.… Continue reading US ke paas Google hai, China ke paas Alibaba hai, India ke paas Kya hai?
29th September
5 Simple Tips Which Can Turbocharge Your Reading Speed
Just look at this picture, and tell me one thing. What if you need to revise the entire pile of books in just 5 days, because the 6th day is your doom’s day? You need to finish so you crack your IAS, okay? Yes! Of course I know, you people aren’t much bothered… Continue reading 5 Simple Tips Which Can Turbocharge Your Reading Speed
ISRO’s growing prowess journey in launching foreign satellites
So, you think India has made a dent in the Space world? India is going to launch six foreign satellites at one go. The rocket polar satellite launch vehicle (PSLV) will launch the country’s own ASTROSAT weighing 1,513 kg, apart from four from the US and one each from Indonesia and Canada. The PSLV will carry… Continue reading ISRO’s growing prowess journey in launching foreign satellites
Divine Humor: When Deity goes wrong!
Silicon Valley is thrilled to bits and bytes. The Draft Encryption Policy by the Department of Electronics and Information Technology (DEITY) has been nothing less than a godsend for GOD, the Gathering of Developers. Even as the Indian PM goes into the valley to charm the IT honchos, the Deity has already got their attention… Continue reading Divine Humor: When Deity goes wrong!
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