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[18th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: Overseas Bill betrays migrant workers

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2015] Discuss the changes in the trends of labour migration within and outside India in the last four decades. Linkage: This GS-I question focuses on evolving labour migration patterns driven by globalisation and regional inequalities. The article is relevant as it shows how rapid growth in overseas migration has not been matched… Continue reading [18th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: Overseas Bill betrays migrant workers

The changing patterns of India’s student migration

Introduction India’s latest wave of student migration marks a decisive departure from earlier patterns of elite academic mobility. What was once limited to fully funded university programmes is now dominated by self-financed migration through commercialised education channels. With over 13.35 lakh Indian students enrolled abroad in 2024, student mobility has emerged as a major demographic,… Continue reading The changing patterns of India’s student migration

How is the Aravalli range to be protected

Introduction The Aravalli range, among the world’s oldest mountain systems, functions as a critical ecological barrier preventing desertification of the Indo-Gangetic plains. Stretching over 650 km from Gujarat to Delhi, the range plays a central role in climate moderation, groundwater recharge, and biodiversity conservation. However, decades of inconsistent definitions, regulatory violations, and mining pressures have… Continue reading How is the Aravalli range to be protected

Natyashastra

Why in the News? The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) organised an academic programme titled Natyashastra Synthesis of Theory and Praxis during the 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage at the Red Fort, Delhi. About Natyashastra • Ancient Sanskrit treatise on performing arts • Title… Continue reading Natyashastra

DHRUV64 Microprocessor

Why in the News? India has unveiled DHRUV64, its first fully indigenously developed microprocessor, marking a major milestone in semiconductor self reliance and Atmanirbhar Bharat. About DHRUV64 • Fully indigenous microprocessor developed in India • Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C DAC) • Part of the Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP) Key… Continue reading DHRUV64 Microprocessor

Channa bhoi

Why in the News? Scientists have discovered a new species of snakehead fish named Channa bhoi from the state of Meghalaya, adding to India’s freshwater biodiversity. About Channa Bhoi • Newly identified species of snakehead fish • Discovered from a small mountain stream near Iewmawlong village • Location: Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya • Named after… Continue reading Channa bhoi

Ekam AI and Project SAMBHAV

Why in the News? During Vijay Diwas celebrations, the Indian Army showcased indigenous defence technologies including Ekam AI and Project SAMBHAV, highlighting progress in defence indigenisation and secure digital capabilities. About Ekam AI • Fully indigenous and secure Artificial Intelligence platform • Designed for sensitive and classified environments • No dependence on foreign software or… Continue reading Ekam AI and Project SAMBHAV

[17th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: The three revolutions shaping American power: 2025 U.S. National Security Stratergy

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] “What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, Which would satisfy India’s National self- esteem and ambitions” Explain with suitable examples. Linkage: The question addresses power asymmetries and strategic hierarchy in… Continue reading [17th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: The three revolutions shaping American power: 2025 U.S. National Security Stratergy

The future of governance in post-Maoist India

Introduction The Maoist movement in India emerged and expanded not merely as an armed insurgency but as a response to prolonged governance failure in Fifth Schedule areas. Administrative neglect, weak service delivery, erosion of tribal self-governance, and systematic alienation from land and forests created conditions for parallel Maoist authority structures. While security operations have weakened… Continue reading The future of governance in post-Maoist India

Climate change, deforestation worsened impact of SE Asia cyclones

Introduction Rising global temperatures, deforestation, and rapid urbanisation have significantly intensified the flood impacts of tropical cyclones across Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. Recent cyclones such as Dithawru and Senyar produced rainfall and flooding far exceeding historical norms, marking a shift from cyclical monsoon flooding to extreme, compound climate disasters. Why in the News… Continue reading Climate change, deforestation worsened impact of SE Asia cyclones

FSSAI Egg Safety Drive 

Why in the News? • FSSAI launched a nationwide egg safety drive. Triggered by allegations of nitrofurans residues in eggs Regulatory Authority • Food Safety and Standards Authority of India • Regulates manufacture, storage, distribution, sale, and import of food Trigger for Action • Viral social media video alleging nitrofurans in Eggoz eggs • Raised… Continue reading FSSAI Egg Safety Drive 

Kerala’s Butterfly Diversity 

Why in the News? A new monograph published in ENTOMON journal affirms that Kerala hosts the highest butterfly diversity among Indian States along the Western Ghats. Source of Study Title: The Butterflies (Lepidoptera, Rhopalocera) of Kerala: Status and Distribution Journal: ENTOMON, open access quarterly journal Published by: Association for Advancement of Entomology Lead researcher: Kalesh… Continue reading Kerala’s Butterfly Diversity 

[16th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: The Oman visit is more than a routine diplomatic trip

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2025] “Energy security constitutes the dominant kingpin of India’s foreign policy, and is linked with India’s overarching influence in Middle Eastern countries.” How would you integrate energy security with India’s foreign policy trajectories in the coming years? Linkage: This question is directly relevant to GS-II as the India-Oman article demonstrates how energy… Continue reading [16th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: The Oman visit is more than a routine diplomatic trip

20yrs on, a radical revamp of the rural jobs framework

Introduction Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), enacted in 2005, institutionalised a legal guarantee of 100 days of wage employment for rural households and became the backbone of India’s rural safety net. Over two decades, it generated billions of person-days of work and served as a counter-cyclical buffer during economic shocks. The proposed… Continue reading 20yrs on, a radical revamp of the rural jobs framework

Does India need to upgrade its biosecurity measures

Introduction Biosecurity refers to institutional and regulatory measures designed to prevent the intentional misuse of biological agents, toxins, or technologies. Unlike biosafety, which focuses on preventing accidental release of pathogens, biosecurity addresses deliberate threats to human, animal, and agricultural health. The expansion of biotechnology has increased human control over biological systems, simultaneously raising the risk… Continue reading Does India need to upgrade its biosecurity measures

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