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Celebrating Innovation: How Far Has Startup India Come in 9 Years?

NOTE4STUDENTS: This article takes a deep dive into India’s startup ecosystem, looking at what drives its growth, the challenges it faces, and the government’s efforts to support it. UPSC often asks questions that explore how government policies and economic reforms affect sectors like startups. However, many miss the point by focusing only on the theoretical… Continue reading Celebrating Innovation: How Far Has Startup India Come in 9 Years?

C Raja Mohan writes: In India, needed, a crypto strategy

Why in the News? The MoU signed between Pakistan’s newly created Crypto Council and World Liberty Financial Inc. (WLFI)—a company linked to the Trump family—signals a dramatic pivot by Pakistan toward digital assets, despite its economic fragility. What are the key objectives of the Pakistan-WLFI crypto collaboration? Promote Financial Inclusion: Use blockchain technology to increase… Continue reading C Raja Mohan writes: In India, needed, a crypto strategy

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Why in the News? OpenAI has announced its readiness for a future Initial Public Offering (IPO). Laws Governing IPOs in India: SEBI Act, 1992: Empowers SEBI to regulate capital markets and IPO processes. Companies Act, 2013: Governs company formation, prospectus rules, and disclosure norms. SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018: Specifies detailed rules on IPO eligibility, pricing,… Continue reading Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) 

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Interest Subvention (IS) component under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the financial year 2025–26. About Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS): Central Sector Scheme: It helps farmers get low-interest short-term loans through the Kisan Credit Card (KCC). Nodal Agencies: The scheme… Continue reading Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) 

Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar

Why in the News? The Prime Minister paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary on May 28th. About Veer Savarkar: Life, Contributions, and Legacy Details Who was Veer Savarkar? • Born on May 28, 1883, in Bhagur, Maharashtra, • Founded the Abhinav Bharat Society (1904) with his brother Ganesh Damodar Savarkar for armed… Continue reading Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar

Culling of Vermins

Why in the News? The Kerala Cabinet is exploring the legal possibility of introducing a bill to permit scientific and regulated culling of wild animals, particularly feral boars. What are Vermins? Definition: Vermins are animals considered harmful or nuisance-causing because they damage crops, threaten livestock, or pose risks to human life and property. Examples: Common… Continue reading Culling of Vermins

[29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2013] The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify. Linkage: The structure and efficiency of financial sector regulation by discussing the potential merger of two key regulatory bodies… Continue reading [29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up

AMCA Project

Why in the News? The defence minister has cleared the execution model for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, where Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) must now compete with private companies for the production contract under a new industry partnership model. About the AMCA Project: Overview: The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is India’s fifth-generation… Continue reading AMCA Project

TR1 Cells: The Hidden Warriors in Malaria Immunity

Why in the News? Scientists at Stanford University discovered that TR1 cells play a dominant role in fighting malaria reinfections. Understanding the Body’s Immune Response: What is the Immune System? It’s the body’s defence system that protects us from infections like malaria. First Defence: The skin and body surfaces block germs from entering. Innate Immunity:… Continue reading TR1 Cells: The Hidden Warriors in Malaria Immunity

[28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership

PYQ Relevance:  [UPSC 2019] The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment. Linkage: The term “strategic partnership” in the context of India’s relationship with another major country (Japan).… Continue reading [28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership

From Parliament to Party Offices: Is It Time for POSH to Take Charge?

NOTE4STUDENTS: The recent deliberations around applying the POSH Act to political parties highlight an evolving and essential intersection of law, gender justice, and institutional accountability. Often, aspirants overlook nuanced challenges like the lack of specific mechanisms in political setups to handle harassment. While candidates might know the general scope of the POSH Act, the intricacies… Continue reading From Parliament to Party Offices: Is It Time for POSH to Take Charge?

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