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The urban future with cities as dynamic ecosystems

Why in the News The article gains significance amid India’s rapid urban transition, where cities are absorbing unprecedented internal migration while urban planning frameworks continue to rely on static, infrastructure-centric models. There is a sharp contrast between how cities are officially designed and how they are actually inhabited, particularly by migrants and linguistic minorities. The… Continue reading The urban future with cities as dynamic ecosystems

GCGs keep India’ technology job market alive as IT lags

Introduction Global Capability Centres are offshore subsidiaries of multinational corporations established to handle technology, engineering, analytics, and innovation functions. In India, GCCs are increasingly replacing traditional IT services firms as the primary creators of high-value technology jobs. Their rapid expansion signals a structural transformation in the nature of work, skill demand, and geographic dispersion of… Continue reading GCGs keep India’ technology job market alive as IT lags

Kimberley Process 

Why in the News? The Kimberley Process Plenary has selected India to assume the Chairmanship of the Kimberley Process from 1 January 2026. This will be the third time India will chair the process. About the Kimberley Process It is a tripartite initiative involving governments, the international diamond industry, and civil society. Aim is to… Continue reading Kimberley Process 

Minamitori Island  

Why in the News? Japan has decided to conduct test mining of rare earth rich mud from the deep seabed near Minamitori Island to reduce dependence on imported critical minerals. About Minamitori Island Minamitori Island is also known as Marcus Island. It is an isolated Japanese coral atoll located in the northwestern Pacific Ocean. It… Continue reading Minamitori Island  

Himalayan Red Fox 

Why in the News? A roadside sighting of a Himalayan Red Fox near Pangong Tso in Ladakh went viral on social media. Wildlife authorities cautioned that human interaction with wild animals can disturb their natural behaviour and pose ecological risks. About Himalayan Red Fox Subspecies of the widespread red fox • One of the most… Continue reading Himalayan Red Fox 

Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme 

Why in the News? India is expected to have more than 100 tsunami ready villages under the Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme in the Indian Ocean region. About Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme An international community based recognition programme Developed by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO Focuses on coastal communities vulnerable to tsunami hazards Objectives Build… Continue reading Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme 

NATGRID Linked with NPR 

Why in the News? The National Intelligence Grid has been linked with the National Population Register, enabling real time access to family wise population data for law enforcement and intelligence agencies. National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) Secure and indigenous intelligence sharing platform • Conceptualised in 2009 after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks • Became operational in… Continue reading NATGRID Linked with NPR 

[25th Dcember 2025] The Hindu OpED: New labour codes, the threats to informal workers

[UPSC 2024] Discuss the merits and demerits of the four ‘Labour Codes’ in the context of labour market reforms in India. What has been the progress so far in this regard? Linkage: This question directly falls under GS Paper III, Labour Reform, testing the ability to critically evaluate structural labour market reforms under liberalisation. The… Continue reading [25th Dcember 2025] The Hindu OpED: New labour codes, the threats to informal workers

Why manufacturing has lagged in India

Introduction Manufacturing has historically been the backbone of structural transformation, productivity growth, and mass employment. While economies such as China and South Korea used manufacturing to transition from agrarian to industrial societies, India’s manufacturing share in GDP has stagnated and, in recent years, declined relative to services.  Why in the News? India’s manufacturing sector has… Continue reading Why manufacturing has lagged in India

The great wall in the North: Why the Aravallis matter

Introduction The Aravalli range, dating back over a billion years to the Precambrian era, stretches approximately 700 km across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi. Despite being one of the most degraded mountain systems in India, it remains central to water security, climate regulation, biodiversity conservation, and livelihood support in north and north-western India. The current… Continue reading The great wall in the North: Why the Aravallis matter

Long-billed Vulture 

Why in the News? The Bombay Natural History Society, along with the Maharashtra Forest Department, successfully tagged 15 long billed vultures at Melghat Tiger Reserve to support conservation and tracking efforts. About Long-Billed Vulture An Old World vulture native to the Asian region Also called Indian long billed vulture due to its elongated beak Medium… Continue reading Long-billed Vulture 

Samudra Pratap

 Why in the News? The Indian Coast Guard inducted Samudra Pratap, the first indigenously built Pollution Control Vessel (PCV), under the 02 PCV project of Goa Shipyard Limited. About Samudra Pratap First indigenously designed and built Pollution Control Vessel of the Indian Coast Guard • Largest ship in the ICG fleet • Built to enhance… Continue reading Samudra Pratap

Thanjavur Painting 

 Why in the News? The Department of Posts successfully transported a priceless Thanjavur painting of Shri Ram from Bengaluru to Ayodhya using its Logistics Post service. About Thanjavur Painting A classical South Indian painting tradition that originated in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, around 1600 AD • Also known as Tanjore paintings • Traditionally painted on wooden… Continue reading Thanjavur Painting 

K 4 Missile  

Why in the News? India successfully tested the K 4 submarine launched ballistic missile from INS Arighaat in the Bay of Bengal, strengthening its sea based nuclear deterrence. About K 4 Missile Also known as Kalam 4 (K 4) • Nuclear capable intermediate range submarine launched ballistic missile (SLBM) • Designed mainly for deployment on… Continue reading K 4 Missile  

Haka Dance

Why in the News? A Sikh Nagar Kirtan or religious procession in South Auckland, New Zealand, was recently protested through the performance of a traditional haka dance. About Haka Dance Haka is a traditional ceremonial dance of the Māori, the indigenous people of New Zealand. It is characterised by vigorous movements, rhythmic stamping, hand gestures,… Continue reading Haka Dance

[24th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2023] Most of the unemployment in India is structural in nature. Examine the methodology adopted to compute unemployment in the country and suggest improvements. Linkage: The VB-G RAM G Act, 2025 directly addresses structural unemployment and episodic employment by strengthening the statutory employment guarantee. The Act’s emphasis on advance planning, enhanced person-days,… Continue reading [24th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps

The upskilling gap: why women risk being left behind by AI

Introduction As India moves toward an AI-intensive economic model, access to time for learning and self-development has become a decisive factor in labour market outcomes. Time Use Survey (2019) data reveals that working women in India spend 10 hours less per week on self-development than men, primarily due to disproportionate unpaid care responsibilities. This time… Continue reading The upskilling gap: why women risk being left behind by AI

How exports are concentrated in few states

Introduction India’s export-led growth strategy historically rested on the assumption that expanding external demand would absorb surplus labour and facilitate broad-based industrialisation. However, disaggregated State-level data reveals a core-periphery structure in India’s export geography. Export growth is now driven by pre-existing industrial hubs, while large hinterland regions remain marginal to global value chains. This shift… Continue reading How exports are concentrated in few states

Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI)

Why in the News? The International Monetary Fund has approved USD 206 million in emergency assistance for Sri Lanka under the Rapid Financing Instrument to meet urgent needs caused by Cyclone Ditwah. What is Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI) An IMF facility providing quick financial assistance • Available to any IMF member country • Designed for… Continue reading Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI)

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