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[9th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The dark signs of restricted or selective franchise
PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2024] Examine the need for electoral reforms as suggest ed by various committees with particular reference to “one na tion-one election” principle. Linkage: The article talks about the “Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar,” initiated on June 24, 2025, after a gap of over 20 years. This SIR is… Continue reading [9th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The dark signs of restricted or selective franchise
Beyond Symbolism: Did Operation Sindoor Truly Validate Indigenous Defence?
N4S: This article shows how indigenous tech in Operation Sindoor helped neutralise threats while signalling India’s growing self-reliance. Using the operation as an anchor, it analyses the full supply chain, key reforms since Independence, systemic challenges, and what India must do next to become a defence manufacturing powerhouse. UPSC usually doesn’t ask straight questions like… Continue reading Beyond Symbolism: Did Operation Sindoor Truly Validate Indigenous Defence?
Quick fix: On India’s Research Development and Innovation scheme
Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has recently approved a â‚ą1-lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme to encourage private companies to invest more in basic scientific research. What are the aims and design of the â‚ą1-lakh crore RDI scheme? Promote Private Investment in Basic Research: The scheme aims to shift the R&D… Continue reading Quick fix: On India’s Research Development and Innovation scheme
Looking inward: Reservation in Supreme Court
Why in the News? Recently, for the first time ever, the Supreme Court of India has introduced a reservation policy for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in hiring and promoting its non-judicial staff, such as assistants and attendants. What is the importance of the Supreme Court’s internal reservation policy? Bridges the Gap Between… Continue reading Looking inward: Reservation in Supreme Court
PARAKH Survey reveals deficits in Student Learning
Why in the News? The Ministry of Education recently released the PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan (RS) Report, an extensive nationwide student performance assessment for Grades 3, 6, and 9. About PARAKH: Full Form: PARAKH stands for Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development. Establishment: It was established in 2023 as an autonomous institution… Continue reading PARAKH Survey reveals deficits in Student Learning
Rare Great Hornbill sighted in Kerala
Why in the News? The Great Hornbill (Malamuzhakki Vezhambal)—Kerala’s State bird and a symbol of forest biodiversity—was spotted far outside its usual habitat. About the Great Hornbill (Malamuzhakki Vezhambal) Overview: The Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) is the largest hornbill species found in India. Attributes: It is known for its striking yellow casque on the upper… Continue reading Rare Great Hornbill sighted in Kerala
Quad Critical Minerals InitiativeÂ
Why in the News? The Quad has launched the “Quad Critical Minerals Initiative” to secure critical mineral supplies, addressing concerns over China’s price manipulation and coercive practices. What is the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative? Launch: The Quad Critical Minerals Initiative was launched during the second Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Washington, DC. Participants: The… Continue reading Quad Critical Minerals InitiativeÂ
RECLAIM Framework for Inclusive Mine Closure
Why in the News? The Ministry of Coal has launched RECLAIM Framework— A Community Engagement and Development Framework for Mine Closure and Repurposing. About the RECLAIM Framework: Launch: The Ministry of Coal has launched the RECLAIM framework to guide inclusive and sustainable coal mine closures in India. Developed By: The framework was developed by the… Continue reading RECLAIM Framework for Inclusive Mine Closure
125th Birth Anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee
Why in the News? Prime Minister Modi has paid respectful tributes to eminent thinker and educationist Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee on his 125th birth anniversary. About Syama Prasad Mookerjee (1901-1953): Early life: He was born on July 6, 1901, in Kolkata, West Bengal. Academics: He studied at Presidency College and the University of Calcutta, where… Continue reading 125th Birth Anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee
Vera C Rubin ObservatoryÂ
Why in the News? The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has recently begun a 10-year project to study dark matter and dark energy using a 3,200-megapixel camera (of the Simonyi Survey Telescope) from its site in the Chilean Andes. About Vera C. Rubin Observatory: Location: The Vera C. Rubin Observatory is situated on Cerro PachĂłn in… Continue reading Vera C Rubin ObservatoryÂ
Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi erupts
Why in the News? Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in eastern Indonesia has erupted violently, spreading ash up to 18 kilometers into the sky. About Mount Lewotobi: Key Features Overview: Mount Lewotobi is a twin volcano located in East Nusa Tenggara province, consisting of Lewotobi Laki Laki (“Male”) and Lewotobi Perempuan (“Female”). Elevation and Activity: Lewotobi… Continue reading Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi erupts
[8th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Fostering a commitment to stop maternal deaths
PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2020] In order to enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss. Linkage: The article on maternal mortality highlights various deficiencies in healthcare delivery and infrastructure (e.g., lack of specialists, blood banks, operation theatres, and… Continue reading [8th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Fostering a commitment to stop maternal deaths
Rising seas, shifting lives and a test of democratic values
Why in the News? India is seeing a worrying rise in people being forced to leave their homes due to climate change along its coasts, revealing serious gaps in how the country manages the environment and supports affected communities. What are the socio-economic impacts of coastal climate change? Displacement of Coastal Communities: Rising sea levels,… Continue reading Rising seas, shifting lives and a test of democratic values
Women MSMEs still struggle for credit despite schemes
Why in the News? Women-led MSMEs are a key part of India’s economic growth, but they still remain underserved. Even though they make up 20% of all registered MSMEs, they contribute only 10% of the total income and receive disproportionate credit and lack of support. Why do women-led MSMEs face persistent credit gaps? Discriminatory Credit… Continue reading Women MSMEs still struggle for credit despite schemes
BRICS Rio Declaration, 2025
Why in the News? Gathering in Rio de Janeiro on July 6–7, leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa adopted the BRICS Rio Declaration 2025 — marking a decisive shift in the bloc’s evolution. Back2Basics: BRICS BRICS represents a coalition of nations committed to fostering economic growth, development cooperation, and global governance reform.… Continue reading BRICS Rio Declaration, 2025
Operation Med Max
Why in the News? The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has busted a global drug network spanning four continents through secret Operation Med Max. Back2Basics: Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Institutional Mandate: The NCB is India’s central drug law enforcement and intelligence agency, functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Establishment: It was established on 14th November… Continue reading Operation Med Max
Invisible Exports of India
Why in the News? As of 2024–25, India’s “invisibles” trade—comprising services exports and private money transfers—has not only surpassed its merchandise exports but also emerged as a key stabiliser of the current account deficit. What are Invisible Exports (in India’s context)? What is it: Invisible exports refer to international trade in services and income flows… Continue reading Invisible Exports of India
1000 quakes rattle Japan’s Tokara Islands
Why in the News? Japan has recorded over 1,000 tremors in two weeks near the Tokara Islands, signalling a surge in seismic activity. Why is Japan so prone to earthquakes? Tectonic Plate Convergence: Japan lies at the junction of four major tectonic plates—the Pacific, Philippine Sea, Eurasian, and North American—which constantly collide and shift. Subduction… Continue reading 1000 quakes rattle Japan’s Tokara Islands
In news: Nagari Pracharini Sabha
Why in the News? As language debates rise in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, the historic Nagari Pracharini Sabha, key to promoting Hindi and Devanagari, quietly resumed its work after decades. Hindi Under the British: A Language in Waiting Until the late 19th century, Persian remained the court language in much of India. Even by 1861,… Continue reading In news: Nagari Pracharini Sabha
