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Konkan Geoglyphs may be 24,000 years old

Why in the News? The prehistoric geoglyphs of the Konkan coast may date back as far as 24,000 years, based on new stratigraphic evidence from Koloshi caves in Maharashtra. About Konkan Geoglyphs: Overview: Prehistoric rock engravings (geoglyphs/petroglyphs) carved on laterite plateaus of the Konkan coast (Maharashtra, Goa, southern Karnataka). Depictions: Humans, animals (elephants, tigers, rhinos,… Continue reading Konkan Geoglyphs may be 24,000 years old

Sixth Schedule demand for Ladakh

Why in the News? The recent protests in Ladakh led by activist Sonam Wangchuk, which turned violent, have been driven by demands for inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution and a call for statehood. Background: Ladakh’s Governance Post Article 370 Repeal Union Territory Recognition: After the 2019 repeal of Article 370, Ladakh… Continue reading Sixth Schedule demand for Ladakh

[24th September 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Criminal Defamation is incompatible with democratic debate

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2014] What do you understand by the concept ‘freedom of speech and expression’? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do the films in India stand on a slightly different plane from other forms of expression? Discuss. Linkage: The 2014 PYQ on freedom of speech, hate speech, and films directly links with… Continue reading [24th September 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Criminal Defamation is incompatible with democratic debate

The Left we need: The Legacy of Indian Socialism

Introduction Once a vibrant stream of India’s political life, socialism today survives only on the margins, overshadowed by dominant political narratives. The Samajwadi Ekjutata Sammelan attempted to revive this forgotten legacy by recalling socialist icons, showcasing their contributions, and highlighting the ideological resources they left behind. Unlike European social democracy or Marxism, Indian socialism, particularly… Continue reading The Left we need: The Legacy of Indian Socialism

Lessons from India’s Vaccination Drive

Introduction Vaccination is among the most effective and cost-efficient public health measures, credited with saving millions of lives globally. India, with its Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP), runs the world’s largest vaccination campaign annually, covering over 2.6 crore infants and 2.9 crore pregnant women. From eliminating polio and maternal/neonatal tetanus to spearheading COVID-19 vaccine development, India… Continue reading Lessons from India’s Vaccination Drive

Roadmap for India’s Fusion Power Plan

Why in the News? Researchers at the Institute for Plasma Research (IPR), Gandhinagar have released a roadmap for India’s fusion programme, envisioning the Steady-State Superconducting Tokamak-Bharat (SST-Bharat) as the country’s first fusion electricity generator. Back2Basics: ITER and India’s Contribution in ITER ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor): It is the world’s largest nuclear fusion project, based… Continue reading Roadmap for India’s Fusion Power Plan

Commissioning of Oju Hydel Project

Why in the News? The Union Environment Ministry has cleared the 2,220 MW Oju Hydroelectric Project on the Subansiri River in Taksing, Upper Subansiri district, near the China border. About the Oju Hydroelectric Project: Capacity & Location: A 2,220 MW run-of-river hydro project on the Subansiri River at Taksing, Upper Subansiri district, Arunachal Pradesh, near… Continue reading Commissioning of Oju Hydel Project

[pib] Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS), 2025

Why in the News? The Union Minister for Commerce and Industry has released Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS), 2025 Report. What is Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS)?  Overview: It is a national index benchmarking logistics performance across States and Union Territories of India. Origin: Conceived in 2018, modelled on the World Bank’s Logistics… Continue reading [pib] Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS), 2025

[pib] Clean Plant Programme (CPP)

Why in the News? The government has announced the establishment of 9 Clean Plant Centres across the country as part of the recently approved Rs 1,765.67 crore Clean Plant Programme (CPP). What is Clean Plant Programme (CPP)? Launch: Cleared by the Union Cabinet in August 2024 with an outlay of ₹1,765.67 crore, supported by a… Continue reading [pib] Clean Plant Programme (CPP)

India’s first overseas Defence Facility in Morocco

Why in the News? Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated Tata Advanced Systems’ plant at Berrechid, Morocco—India’s first overseas and Morocco’s largest defence manufacturing facility. About India’s Morocco Defence Facility: Developer: Established by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) – India’s first overseas defence manufacturing facility and Morocco’s largest defence plant. Scale & Capacity: Spread over 20,000… Continue reading India’s first overseas Defence Facility in Morocco

[23rd September 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The growing relevance of traditional medicine

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies? Linkage: The question on protecting traditional knowledge from patenting directly links with India’s global Ayurveda outreach and the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre, which focus on safeguarding and validating traditional systems. The article highlights India’s… Continue reading [23rd September 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The growing relevance of traditional medicine

With US withdrawing from multilateralism, India has both risks and opportunities

Introduction The United Nations (UN) was envisioned in 1945 as the cornerstone of a rules-based global order. Yet, 80 years later, it faces one of its gravest challenges. US President Donald Trump’s second term has unleashed a sweeping retreat from multilateralism, leaving the UN structurally weakened and financially strained. His push for sovereignty-driven unilateralism, withdrawal… Continue reading With US withdrawing from multilateralism, India has both risks and opportunities

Trans People deserve better

Introduction The struggles of India’s transgender community highlight the deep chasm between constitutional guarantees of equality and the lived reality of marginalisation. Despite progressive measures such as the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, welfare schemes, and quotas in education and employment, access to these rights often remains obstructed by bureaucracy, social prejudice, and… Continue reading Trans People deserve better

Criminal Defamation in India

Why in the News? Justice M.M. Sundresh of the Supreme Court remarked that the time has come to decriminalise defamation, reflecting concern over its growing misuse. Free Speech and Defamation: Constitutional Provisions Article 19(1)(a): Freedom of speech & expression. Article 19(2): Allows reasonable restrictions in the interests of: Sovereignty & integrity of India. Security of… Continue reading Criminal Defamation in India

Optical Computing and AI with Light

Why in the News? Finnish researchers showed that nonlinear optical fibres can perform AI tasks efficiently, advancing optical computing. About Optical Computing: Overview: A computer that uses light (photons) instead of electricity (electrons) to process data. Why Important: Light is faster, makes less heat, and carries more data at once. Technology Used: Runs through optical… Continue reading Optical Computing and AI with Light

Super Typhoon Ragasa

Why in the News? China is planning to evacuate 4 lakh people ahead of the landfall of Super Typhoon Ragasa. About Typhoon & Super Typhoon: Typhoon: A tropical cyclone forming in the Western Pacific Ocean and China Sea, usually above sea temperatures of 27°C. Formation: Warm, moist air rises and creates a low-pressure system with… Continue reading Super Typhoon Ragasa

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