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[2nd July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A triangular dynamic in South Asia’s power politics

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2015] Terrorist activities and mutual distrust have clouded India-Pakistan relations. To what extent the use of soft power like sports and cultural exchanges could help generate goodwill between the two countries? Discuss with suitable examples. Linkage: This question directly linked with the central issue of “mutual distrust” and “terrorist activities” between India… Continue reading [2nd July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A triangular dynamic in South Asia’s power politics

Reserved faculty posts are still vacant and out of reach

Why in the News? The low number of faculty members from Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in central universities and top institutions like IITs, IIMs, and AIIMS goes against India’s constitutional promise of ensuring social justice. How significant is the problem of unfilled reserved posts… Continue reading Reserved faculty posts are still vacant and out of reach

Groundwater crisis deepens in Karnataka’s hard rock terrain 

Why in the News? In a recent study, researchers from WELL Labs in Chennai studied Aralumallige and Doddathumakuru gram panchayats in the Upper Arkavathy watershed near Bengaluru, and found a sharp drop in groundwater levels caused by intensive farming practices. What drives groundwater depletion in the Deccan Plateau? Hard Rock Aquifers with Low Storage Capacity:… Continue reading Groundwater crisis deepens in Karnataka’s hard rock terrain 

Induction of INS Udaygiri

Why in the News? India has advanced its indigenous naval capabilities with the induction of INS Udaygiri, the second stealth frigate built under Project 17A. About INS Udaygiri: Overview: It is the second stealth frigate delivered under Project 17A, marking a major milestone in India’s indigenous naval capabilities. Legacy Name: Named after the decommissioned INS… Continue reading Induction of INS Udaygiri

What is India Energy Stack?

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Power announced the formation of a task force to design the India Energy Stack (IES) — a new Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the energy sector. About India Energy Stack (IES): Overview: IES is a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) initiative by the Ministry of Power. Objective: It… Continue reading What is India Energy Stack?

Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme 

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme to promote job creation, enhance employability, and expand social security—especially in the manufacturing sector. About Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme: Objective: It aims to promote employment generation, enhance employability, and expand social security across all sectors, with a special focus… Continue reading Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme 

Electronic Private Automatic Branch Exchange (EPABX) in Modern Communication

Why in the News? In most modern office environments, internal and external communication is managed through a technology known as EPABX — Electronic Private Automatic Branch Exchange. About EPABX: What is it: It is a system used by offices to manage internal and external phone calls efficiently. Internal and External Communication: It enables intercom communication… Continue reading Electronic Private Automatic Branch Exchange (EPABX) in Modern Communication

[1st July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How do unsafe cancer drugs reach patients?

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2014] While doctor’s prescription is a must to get drugs, many people buy them over the counter without prescription. Discuss the contributors to the emergence of drug-resistant diseases in India? What are the available mechanisms for monitoring and control? Critically discuss the various issues involved. Linkage: The wider discussion about checking drug… Continue reading [1st July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How do unsafe cancer drugs reach patients?

In a perilous world, India must read the tea leaves well 

Why in the News? Recently, the world’s growing preference for military force over peaceful talks have made India’s old policy of staying neutral and keeping strategic independence no longer enough. Why is India’s neutrality no longer viable in the current global conflicts? Erosion of Strategic Leverage in Multilateral Crises: Neutrality has diminished India’s influence during… Continue reading In a perilous world, India must read the tea leaves well 

[pib] NAKSHA Programme 

Why in the News? The Department of Land Resources (DoLR) under the Ministry of Rural Development is set to launch the second phase of capacity building for the NAKSHA programme (NAtional geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban HAbitations). About NAKSHA Program: Overview: It was launched on 18th February 2025. It is a geospatial land survey… Continue reading [pib] NAKSHA Programme 

Prada-Kolhapuri Cultural Misappropriation Debate

Why in the News? The Prada incident, involving footwear resembling India’s GI-tagged Kolhapuri chappals, has reignited debates on cultural respect, equitable benefit sharing, and the need for stronger global enforcement of GI rights. About the Kolhapuri Chappal Controversy: Cultural Origin: They originated in Kolhapur and nearby districts in Maharashtra and Karnataka, dating back to the… Continue reading Prada-Kolhapuri Cultural Misappropriation Debate

Language of unity Uniformity should not be confused with national unity in language policy

Why in the News? Recently, the three-language rule in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has caused a new dispute in Maharashtra, showing people’s worries about language and political disagreements. What are the key features of the three-language policy under NEP 2020? Mandatory Learning of Three Languages: All students must learn three languages during their… Continue reading Language of unity Uniformity should not be confused with national unity in language policy

India’s first Genomic Atlas reveals deep Ancestry and Health Risks

Why in the News? A landmark study published in the ‘Cell’ journal has sequenced the genomes of 2,762 Indians from 23 states and union territories, creating the most comprehensive genomic map of India to date. About the Genomic Atlas: Overview: The Genomic Atlas is the most comprehensive genetic mapping of Indian populations, covering caste, tribe,… Continue reading India’s first Genomic Atlas reveals deep Ancestry and Health Risks

Secondary Pollutants constitute up to third of PM2.5 Pollution

Why in the News? A recent study by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) highlights that secondary pollutants, particularly ammonium sulphate, are responsible for nearly one-third of India’s PM2.5 pollution. What are Primary Air Pollutants? Definition: Primary air pollutants are directly released into the atmosphere from specific sources like vehicles, coal… Continue reading Secondary Pollutants constitute up to third of PM2.5 Pollution

Botrytis Fungus and Wine-Making

Why in the News? Scientists have found that Botrytis cinerea, the fungus used in high-end sweet wines, cannot be cloned because none of its nuclei carry a full set of chromosomes, a rare genetic trait among fungi. About Botrytis Fungus: Overview: Botrytis cinerea, also called noble rot, is a fungus that infects ripe grapes and… Continue reading Botrytis Fungus and Wine-Making

National Statistics Day

Why in the News? June 29 is observed annually as National Statistics Day in India to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, hailed as the Father of Indian Statistics. About National Statistics Day: Purpose: National Statistics Day is observed on June 29 each year to commemorate the birth anniversary of P.C. Mahalanobis and… Continue reading National Statistics Day

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