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10th April

Reforming Compliance Frameworks: Is A Digital-First Approach the Need of the Hour ?

Corruption and red tape make doing business in India difficult. This article breaks down how these issues hurt economic growth, scare away investors, and kill the startup spirit. The UPSC often asks questions that test an aspirant’s ability to connect corruption with governance, economic impact, and ethical dilemmas (e.g., “Non-performance of duty by a public… Continue reading Reforming Compliance Frameworks: Is A Digital-First Approach the Need of the Hour ?

8th April

India’s Parliament: A Silent Spectator in Budget Decisions

A national budget isn’t just about numbers—it’s a roadmap that reflects a country’s economic goals, governance approach, and policy priorities. In a democracy, the power to oversee public spending should rest with the people’s representatives, ensuring financial discipline, transparency, and accountability. However, in India, Parliament plays a minimal role in shaping the Budget. Instead of… Continue reading India’s Parliament: A Silent Spectator in Budget Decisions

5th April

From Shore to Horizon: What Lies Ahead for India’s Maritime Policy

PM Modi has unveiled ‘MAHASAGAR’ (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) during his March 2025 visit to Mauritius, outlining India’s expanded vision for security and development across the  region. About MAHASAGAR Mahasagar is India’s expanded strategic vision aimed at enhancing security, trade, and development cooperation across the Global South.It builds on India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for… Continue reading From Shore to Horizon: What Lies Ahead for India’s Maritime Policy

4th April

India’s AI Ambitions: Can Innovation Thrive Under Regulation?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, but in India, it’s also creating new challenges—especially for IT services and consulting firms. As AI regulations evolve, businesses must navigate complex legal and compliance issues that could impact their competitiveness in the global market. Recently, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued an advisory to… Continue reading India’s AI Ambitions: Can Innovation Thrive Under Regulation?

2nd April

Bitter Medicine: Can India’s Pharma Industry Survive Its Quality Scandals

The pharmacy of the Global South is facing a reputation crisis after cough syrups made by Indian pharmaceutical companies were found to contain harmful levels of diethylene glycol and/or ethylene glycol. Why is the pharmacy of the Global South facing a reputation crisis? How does this impact India’s hegemony? What is the extent of India’s… Continue reading Bitter Medicine: Can India’s Pharma Industry Survive Its Quality Scandals

1st April

Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble?

When Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un met in Singapore in 2018, the world watched with bated breath. The historic summit promised a breakthrough in U.S.-North Korea relations, with bold commitments and glowing headlines. But within months, the promises fizzled, tensions resurfaced, and the grand spectacle turned into yet another footnote in diplomatic history. India, too,… Continue reading Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble?

31st March

Australia’s Economic Engagement with India: Key Insights

Australia’s Confidence in India’s Economic Future Australia anticipates that India will become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030 and has identified key sectors as the “Superhighways of Growth” in its new roadmap for economic engagement. Key Sectors Driving Growth 1. Clean Energy 2. Education and Skills 3. Agribusiness and Tourism Why does Australia Consider Itself… Continue reading Australia’s Economic Engagement with India: Key Insights

29th March

[UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir | Most IMP Mains PYQs & Microthemes For UPSC 2026 | Join on 31st March at 7:00 PM

Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Arvind Sir’s UPSC 2026 Prep Webinar Why Most Aspirants Fail—And How You Can Avoid Their MistakesEvery year, thousands of aspirants spend countless hours studying irrelevant topics, only to be blindsided by the actual demands of the UPSC Mains. They drown… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir | Most IMP Mains PYQs & Microthemes For UPSC 2026 | Join on 31st March at 7:00 PM

28th March

India-Myanmar Relations Amid Myanmar Civil War

Note4Students: India-Myanmar relations have faced increasing challenges following recent decisions by the India to fence the India-Myanmar border. While approaching IR, we usually study neighborhood policies and bilateral relations between the countries. But what we conveniently miss out on is knowing the domestic crisis in the neighbourhood and its impact on India’ bilateral relations. If… Continue reading India-Myanmar Relations Amid Myanmar Civil War

25th March

The Invisible Care Economy: Does Budget 2025 Recognize the its Contribution?

N4S: This article dives deep into the care economy, exploring how unpaid care work -mostly done by women – shapes the economy but remains invisible in GDP calculations. It also evaluates Budget 2025 to see if it addresses these concerns. UPSC has explored questions on budget provisions, economic structures and social issues, often in an… Continue reading The Invisible Care Economy: Does Budget 2025 Recognize the its Contribution?

24th March

Need for Judicial Code of Conduct

PYQs Anchoring: Microthemes: Judiciary Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge of the Delhi High Court, was allegedly found with a pile of unaccounted cash at his residence on March 14, 2025. Key Ethical Principles for Judges: Code of Conduct Principle Description Example Implication Impartiality Judges must ensure fairness and remain neutral, avoiding any bias based… Continue reading Need for Judicial Code of Conduct

21st March

Autonomy or Overregulation: Are the New UGC Guidelines a Step Forward?

NOTE4STUDENTS: The article explains the key updates in the UGC Draft Regulations, 2025. It covers changes in Vice-Chancellor (VC) appointments, teacher recruitment, and the larger debate on federalism in higher education. UPSC often explores education policies under governance, federalism, and social issues. Many struggle to connect current affairs to syllabus topics like governance and federalism,… Continue reading Autonomy or Overregulation: Are the New UGC Guidelines a Step Forward?

20th March

Powering the Nation: How Can Thermal Plants Become More Sustainable

NOTE4STUDENTS This article explores the environmental costs of coal mining, India’s SO₂ emission norms, and the repeated delays in compliance. UPSC focuses on the development vs. environment debate. Questions often ask aspirants to discuss the inevitability of coal mining despite its environmental impact. They test understanding of policies, challenges, and solutions. The key is to… Continue reading Powering the Nation: How Can Thermal Plants Become More Sustainable

19th March

How Can India Close the Gaps in STEM and Higher Education?

Note4Students: With the rise in demand for STEM research, higher education needs a refresh—better infrastructure, funding, and more. In GS-2, UPSC often zooms in on specific trends, like academic independence, rather than broad challenges. So, understanding how STEM research links up with higher education is key. This article breaks down these connections with data and… Continue reading How Can India Close the Gaps in STEM and Higher Education?

17th March

AI ACTION SUMMIT: How Can Governments Keep Up with AI Advancements

NOTE4STUDENTS: The article explains AI’s impact, ethics, sustainability, and global governance efforts. UPSC often frames AI-related questions in a multidisciplinary way. In GS-3, it links AI with healthcare, economy, or sustainability. In GS-4, it focuses on ethical concerns like fairness, privacy, and decision-making. Recent trends show a shift towards AI governance and its role in… Continue reading AI ACTION SUMMIT: How Can Governments Keep Up with AI Advancements

16th March

[UPSC Webinar] By IPS Chandrakanth Reddy, AIR 120 (UPSC 2020) | How I Scored 110+ in UPSC Prelims Consistently in 6 Attempts | Get Important Microthemes for Prelims | Join 17th March, 8PM

Register for the session to get complete UPSC Prelims preparation plan and strategy Read about IPS Chandrakanth’s UPSC Prelims Webinar The last 70 days remain for the UPSC Prelims 2025, and aspirants from all backgrounds are gearing up for this crucial phase. Prelims is vast and unpredictable, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to cracking… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By IPS Chandrakanth Reddy, AIR 120 (UPSC 2020) | How I Scored 110+ in UPSC Prelims Consistently in 6 Attempts | Get Important Microthemes for Prelims | Join 17th March, 8PM

15th March

Crowd Control in India Are We Doing Enough to Prevent Stampedes

NOTE4STUDENTS: Stampedes are chaotic, dangerous, and often preventable. This article explores their causes, impacts, and preventive strategies, helping aspirants analyze UPSC questions on disaster management. UPSC often asks questions that test analytical thinking. Instead of asking for definitions, it frames scenarios. The 2013 question on vulnerability and risk assessment in disaster management is a perfect… Continue reading Crowd Control in India Are We Doing Enough to Prevent Stampedes

12th March

11th March

No Benefits, No Security: The Various Sides of the Gig Hustle

WHY THIS ? The Fairwork India Ratings 2024 highlights that platform companies in India are failing to meet basic fair labor standards for gig workers, particularly regarding living wages and collective bargaining rights. For UPSC, the gig economy intersects with topics in Indian society, governance, economic growth, and labor rights. Moving beyond the challenges and… Continue reading No Benefits, No Security: The Various Sides of the Gig Hustle

10th March

Weaponized Trade: A Strategic Tool or an Economic Time Bomb?

NOTE4STUDENTS: China weaponizes supply chains to exert geopolitical pressure and economic dominance. UPSC may explore questions on trade policies, WTO reforms, and global supply chain vulnerabilities in this respect. It may test conceptual clarity and real-world application. You may struggle linking static knowledge of International Relations since there is no single source for it. This… Continue reading Weaponized Trade: A Strategic Tool or an Economic Time Bomb?
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