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[23 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A ‘No-Limit’ bromance that is not just a bilateral matter

PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q) What is the significance of Indo-US defense deals over Indo-Russian defense deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (UPSC CSE 2020) Q) The new tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the… Continue reading [23 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A ‘No-Limit’ bromance that is not just a bilateral matter

[UPSC Beginners Webinar ’25/26] Start your UPSC Answer Writing with NCERTs

Learn the way to begin ANSWER WRITING using NCERTs with Ranadheer Sir (Mentor, Animesh, AIR 2 this year) Join FREE Webinar on 26th May, 7:00 pm First 200 will get free mentorship session We hear a lot of rankers talking of building the General Studies “base” using NCERTs. But since we were so good in… Continue reading [UPSC Beginners Webinar ’25/26] Start your UPSC Answer Writing with NCERTs

[22 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Climate Change: A Passing Cloud in Indian Politics

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q) ‘Clean energy is the order of the day.’ Describe briefly India’s changing policy towards climate change in various international fora in the context of geopolitics. (UPSC CSE 2022) Q) Describe the major outcomes of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on… Continue reading [22 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Climate Change: A Passing Cloud in Indian Politics

After Ebrahim Raisi’s death, why India will be watching Iran’s succession plan unfold

Why in the News? The sudden demise of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash has sent shockwaves through the Islamic Republic, grappling with the implications for the country’s future leadership. India is closely monitoring the unfolding of Iran’s succession plan, given the significant geopolitical and economic stakes involved. India and Iran have recently… Continue reading After Ebrahim Raisi’s death, why India will be watching Iran’s succession plan unfold

RBI’s Proposed Framework to Administer Project Financing | Explained

Why in the News? The RBI has issued draft regulations for a Harmonized Prudential Framework and revised DCCO criteria, to enhance the Regulatory Framework for long-term (infrastructure, non-infrastructure, and commercial real estate sectors) project financing. RBI’s purpose behind this is to regulate and supervise payment and settlement systems in the country, ensuring safe, secure, and… Continue reading RBI’s Proposed Framework to Administer Project Financing | Explained

[pib] 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP)  

Why in the News?  The 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP) is set to be held in Kochi, Kerala. 26th CEP Agenda Review of the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (the Madrid Protocol). Evaluation of the effectiveness of existing Environmental Protection Measures. Identification of areas for potential enhancement or… Continue reading [pib] 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP)  

X chromosome revival in older Women increases Autoimmune Disease risk

Why in the News? The X chromosome influences biological functions and disease susceptibilities, affecting genetic disorders, autoimmune diseases, and Alzheimer’s, with research offering potential new treatments and therapies. Back2Basics: Chromosomes Chromosomes are fundamental components of cells that play a vital role in storing and transmitting genetic information. These structures contain genes, which carry instructions for… Continue reading X chromosome revival in older Women increases Autoimmune Disease risk

[21 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Critical times call for strong judicial adjudication

PYQ Relevance:Mains:  Mains: Q) What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution? (UPSC CSE 2016) Q) The Supreme Court of India keeps a check on arbitrary power of the Parliament in amending the Constitution. Discuss critically. (UPSC… Continue reading [21 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Critical times call for strong judicial adjudication

India-China consumption comparison

Why in the news? In 2023, India became the world’s most populous country, contrasting China’s declining birth rate. This prompts a comparison of their consumption patterns and geopolitical implications. Consumer size of India and China  Private Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE): India’s PFCE as a percentage of GDP is significantly higher than China’s, with India spending… Continue reading India-China consumption comparison

Radical Democracy: why is it still relevant today?

Why in the News? The ongoing socio-political and economic crises highlight the need for societal reorganization. Manabendra Nath Roy and colleagues proposed a theory reconciling Freedom with justice, countering the failures of Liberal democracy and modern dictatorship. They highlighted crises on the following grounds: 19th Century Liberal Democracy and Capitalist Exploitation. Degeneration of Communism and… Continue reading Radical Democracy: why is it still relevant today?

MSMEs have not been defined well — and micro enterprises pay the price for this

Why in the News? A parliamentary panel suggested separating micro-enterprises from the broader MSME category and recommended revising definitions every five years. A government order for timely MSME payments has exposed knowledge gaps and unintentionally marginalized smaller enterprises, highlighting issues in understanding their structure and operations. Present Status: According to the National Sample Survey Organisations… Continue reading MSMEs have not been defined well — and micro enterprises pay the price for this

Why worker housing is the key to unlocking India’s manufacturing ambitions

Why in the News? The emphasis on workers’ accommodation in the manufacturing sector is gaining traction in the news due to its potential to address key challenges and unlock India’s manufacturing ambitions. About  India’s goal to $10 trillion by 2035 India aims to grow its economy to $10 trillion by 2035, with a specific focus… Continue reading Why worker housing is the key to unlocking India’s manufacturing ambitions

10th World Water Forum

Why in the News? The World Bank report, titled “Water for Shared Prosperity,” was released at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia. It underscores the widening gap in access to water resources and services, exacerbated by factors like population growth, urbanization, and climate change. Water for Shared Prosperity: Key Highlights of the Report… Continue reading 10th World Water Forum

Key Highlights of World Migration Report, 2024

Why in the News? The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has recently launched the World Migration Report 2024. Back2Basics: International Organization for Migration (IOM) Details About Originated in 1951 as the Provisional Intergovernmental Committee for the Movement of Migrants from Europe (PICMME) after World War II’s upheavals. In 2016, IOM agreed with the United Nations,… Continue reading Key Highlights of World Migration Report, 2024

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