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What the recent GDP data revisions reveal

Why in the News? The rise in real and nominal growth rates is expected to impact future economic growth plans and long-term strategies. Recently, the National Statistical Office (NSO) has provided two types of data. Revised Annual GDP/GVA Estimates: Updated figures for Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross Value Added (GVA) for the financial years… Continue reading

Resolving the vexatious Fishing dispute

Why in the News? Last week, Bimal Rathnayake, the Leader of the House in Sri Lanka’s Parliament and the country’s Transport and Highways Minister, urged the Indian and Tamil Nadu governments to take strong action against illegal fishing in Sri Lankan waters. How do domestic factors in both India and Sri Lanka influence their respective… Continue reading

Sustainable Construction using Mycelium Bricks

Why in the News? A promising eco-friendly alternative gaining attention is mycelium bricks—a biodegradable, lightweight, and fire-resistant material derived from fungal filaments. What Are Mycelium Bricks? Mycelium is a network of thin fungal strands called hyphae that function similarly to plant roots. It grows in soil or other substrates, secreting digestive enzymes to break down… Continue reading

National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)

Why in the News? The PM chaired the 7th meeting of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) at Gir National Park, marking the first full-body meeting of the NBWL since 2012. What is National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)? Details About NBWL is India’s apex statutory advisory body for wildlife conservation and policy formulation. Established in… Continue reading

Wine Production in India

Why in the News? Despite concerns over high tariff rates that India applies on European wine, going up to 150%, Italy sees the Indian market, along with China, as a big window of opportunity for its signature wines. About India’s Wine Market Wine accounts for only 2% of India’s alcohol market, while whiskey and beer… Continue reading

[pib] Bharat 6G Alliance

Why in the News? Prime Minister has released India’s 6G vision “Bharat 6G Vision” document which envisaged India to be a frontline contributor in design, development and deployment of 6G technology by 2030. What is the Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA)? The B6GA is a collaborative platform established to drive India’s leadership in 6G technology. It… Continue reading

‘MAHASAGAR’ vision for Global South

Why in the News? 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 Global South. What is MAHASAGAR? Mahasagar is India’s expanded strategic vision aimed at enhancing security, trade, and development cooperation… Continue reading

Manipur Crisis

[12th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Building compassion into the health-care structure

PYQ Relevance: Q) Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for sustainable development.” Analyse. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on the moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure (2021) and Appropriate local community-level healthcare intervention (2018). On February… Continue reading

More signs of overhauling the compliance framework

Why in the News? Despite ongoing efforts to fight corruption, bureaucratic delays and bribery continue to be major obstacles to business growth in India. What are the key sectors in India most affected by corruption and red-tapism, according to the “India Business Corruption Survey 2024”? Persistent Corruption and Bureaucratic Hurdles: Despite ongoing reforms, the India… Continue reading

Miles to go: On change in Manipur, the road to normalcy

Why in the News? After months of struggling to manage the ethnic crisis, the Union government finally took action by removing the N. Biren Singh-led government in Manipur and imposing President’s Rule, hoping this change would bring peace and stability. Who are the key stakeholders involved in the ethnic conflict, and what are their demands?… Continue reading

India’s Fight Against Tuberculosis (TB)

Note4Students: The MoHFW has released the India TB Report 2024. You should know the basics of TB. From the Mains perspective, 3 key points in this article are the issue of drug resistance (we have had PYQs in 2014), the challenges in eliminating TB (PYQs on Covid challenges in 2020), and our target to eradicate… Continue reading

RBI’s Financial Stability Report (FSR) 2024 and Rising Household Debt

Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Financial Stability Report (FSR), 2024 has highlighted an increasing household debt burden and a concerning rise in consumption-based borrowing. About Financial Stability Report (FSR): The FSR is published biannually (June & December) by the RBI. It reflects the collective assessment of the Sub-Committee of the… Continue reading

PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) Scheme

Why in the News? Union Education Minister comment accusing the Tamil Nadu government of being “dishonest” in implementing the PM SHRI scheme caused disruption in the Lok Sabha. What is the PM-SHRI Scheme? About Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in 2022 to upgrade 14,500 schools as model institutions for NEP 2020 implementation. Objective: To create inclusive,… Continue reading

Genetically-Engineered Bananas to Reduce Food Waste

Why in the News? Scientists at Tropic, a UK-based biotech company, disabled the PPO gene in bananas slowing down the browning process while allowing normal ripening. About the Genetically Engineered Bananas Genetically engineered bananas are modified using biotechnology to extend shelf life, resist browning, and enhance durability. These bananas stay yellow for 12 hours after… Continue reading

What are Collisionless Shock Waves?

Why in the News? A recent study published by Johns Hopkins University (USA) and Northumbria University (UK) reveals how Collisionless Shock Waves act as cosmic accelerators, helping subatomic particles gain ultra-high energy and travel vast distances in space. What are Collisionless Shock Waves? Collisionless shock waves are disturbances in plasma (ionized gas) where energy transfer… Continue reading

[11th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: An India-U.S. trade agreement and the test of WTO laws

PYQ Relevance: Q) Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2020) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is transforming itself into a trade bloc (2020) and WTO has to survive in the present… Continue reading

The Indian university and the search for a V-C

Why in the News? Various groups have raised concerns about the Draft UGC Regulations, 2025, which outline qualifications for appointing and promoting university teachers and aim to maintain standards in higher education. What are the primary reservations expressed regarding the Draft UGC Regulations, 2025? Reduced Role of State Executives in V-C Appointments: The draft regulations… Continue reading

Income levels of salaried class have stagnated in recent years

Why in the News? According to PLFS reports, employment in India is increasing, but the real wages of salaried workers have remained unchanged since 2019. What are the key reasons behind the stagnation of real wages for salaried workers in India since 2019? Inflation Outpacing Wage Growth: Rising consumer prices (CPI) have eroded the purchasing… Continue reading

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