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[24th October 2025] The Hindu Oped: The UN matters, as a symbol of possibility

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2025] The reform process in the United Nations remains unaccomplished because of the delicate imbalance of East and West and entanglement of the USA vs. Russo-Chinese alliance. Examine and critically evaluate the East-West policy confrontations in this regard. Linkage: UN is an important and recurring UPSC theme, often asked through its agencies… Continue reading [24th October 2025] The Hindu Oped: The UN matters, as a symbol of possibility

Should India take global leadership on climate change?

Introduction Global momentum on climate change is waning. The U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, the EU’s cautious stance, and Brazil’s focus on implementation have created a leadership vacuum. India, backed by consistent domestic policies and credible renewable achievements, is being viewed as a stabilising force in climate negotiations. Current Global Context and India’s Position… Continue reading Should India take global leadership on climate change?

How do monsoons affect Tamil Nadu?

Introduction Tamil Nadu’s northeast monsoon, traditionally spanning October to December, has arrived early for the second consecutive year, bringing intense and localized rainfall. While excess rainfall was once viewed as a boon for agriculture and water storage, climate change has made “excess” a liability, causing flash floods, crop destruction, and structural damage. The situation is… Continue reading How do monsoons affect Tamil Nadu?

Saranda’s Forests and the case for a ‘Sanctuary’ before Supreme Court

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India, led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI), directed the Jharkhand government to submit an undertaking to notify a new wildlife sanctuary in the Saranda Forest, West Singhbhum district. Judicial Background and Case Chronology: Origin: Stemmed from NGT’s July 2022 order directing Jharkhand to notify Saranda… Continue reading Saranda’s Forests and the case for a ‘Sanctuary’ before Supreme Court

[2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Geography: Give a geographical explanation of the distribution of off-shore oil reserves of the world. How are they different from the on-shore occurrences of oil reserves? (15 Marks)

Smash 2025 Basic test 04 Q20. Discuss the location of various petroleum crude resources in India and the world. What are some steps taken by the government to make India self-sufficient in supply of petroleum crude. Have they been successful? PYQ Q. It is said the India has substantial reserves of shale oil and gas,… Continue reading [2025 GS1 UPSC MAINS] Geography: Give a geographical explanation of the distribution of off-shore oil reserves of the world. How are they different from the on-shore occurrences of oil reserves? (15 Marks)

[23rd October 2025] The Hindu Oped: Immigration and the politics of fear

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2020] Indian diaspora has a decisive role to play in the politics and economy of America and European Countries.” Comment with examples. Linkage: This article explores how anti-immigration politics in the West, particularly in the UK and US, are reshaping narratives around migrants and minorities, directly affecting the Indian diaspora’s political influence,… Continue reading [23rd October 2025] The Hindu Oped: Immigration and the politics of fear

Tapping the Shine: India must step in as a supplier of solar power to sustain its industry

Why in the News India’s solar energy sector has achieved a historic milestone — generating 1,08,494 GWh in 2024–25, overtaking Japan and becoming the third-largest producer globally. This achievement mirrors India’s rapid growth in renewable capacity — solar module manufacturing expanded from 2 GW in 2014 to a projected 100 GW in 2025. However, beneath… Continue reading Tapping the Shine: India must step in as a supplier of solar power to sustain its industry

Labelling of AI-Generated Content on Social Media

Why in the News? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology proposed mandatory labelling of Artificial Intelligence–generated synthetic content on social media to curb deepfakes, under draft amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. 2025 Draft Amendment on AI Content: AI Regulation: Introduced by MeitY to address synthetic… Continue reading Labelling of AI-Generated Content on Social Media

Kerala to be declared first State ‘Free of Extreme Poverty’

Why in the News? Kerala will be officially declared free from extreme poverty on November 1st, marking a national first in poverty eradication. To assess this, Kerala relied on NITI Aayog’s assessment of Kerala using its Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI). What is Extreme Poverty? Overview: According to the World Bank, extreme poverty is defined as… Continue reading Kerala to be declared first State ‘Free of Extreme Poverty’

Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh

Why in the News? Andhra Pradesh launched the Great Green Wall project, inspired by Africa’s Great Green Wall, to turn its 1,034 km Bay of Bengal coast into a bio-shield against cyclones and sea-level rise. About Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh: Overview: Launched as a flagship coastal afforestation and climate resilience project; Forms part… Continue reading Great Green Wall of Andhra Pradesh

International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism (CFT)

Why in the News? Iran has officially ratified the UN International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism (CFT), signalling a major policy shift toward international financial reintegration. Why such move by Iran? Economic Isolation: Iran’s blacklisting by FATF in 2020 and U.S.-led sanctions have severely restricted its banking access, trade, and foreign… Continue reading International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism (CFT)

Scientists use ‘Atomic Stencils’ to make designer Nanoparticles

Why in the News? Scientists from the United States and South Korea have developed a novel “atomic stencilling” method to coat gold nanoparticles with polymer patches, enabling unprecedented nanoscale precision in material design. What is Atomic Stencilling? Overview: A novel nanofabrication technique where iodide atoms act as nanoscale masks (stencils) on gold nanoparticle surfaces, allowing… Continue reading Scientists use ‘Atomic Stencils’ to make designer Nanoparticles

[22nd October 2025 ] The Hindu Op-ed: Unreliable air and noise data, real-time deception

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2023] Describe the key points of the revised Global Air Quality Guidelines (AQGs) recently released by the WHO. How are these different from its last update in 2005? What changes in India’s National Clean Air Programme are required to achieve these revised standards? Linkage: This PYQ directly links to the article’s focus… Continue reading [22nd October 2025 ] The Hindu Op-ed: Unreliable air and noise data, real-time deception

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