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[6th August 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The technocratic calculus of India’s welfare state

The promise to deliver social welfare at scale, using data-driven algorithms, may be at the cost of ‘democratic norms’ and ‘political accountability’ India’s welfare model is undergoing a silent but radical transformation. What was once a deliberative system grounded in rights and citizen needs is now morphing into a technocratic model governed by data, code,… Continue reading [6th August 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The technocratic calculus of India’s welfare state

Rhisotope Project

Why in the News? In a move to combat rhino poaching, the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, supported by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has launched the Rhisotope Project. What is Rhisotope Project?  Launched By: University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, with support from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Initiation: Concept… Continue reading Rhisotope Project

What is Ayurveda Aahara?

Why in the News? To align ancient Indian diets with modern nutrition, FSSAI and the Ministry of Ayush have released an official list of food items under the Ayurveda Aahara category. About Ayurveda Aahara: Definition: Refers to food products based on Ayurvedic dietary principles—focused on balance, seasonality, and natural, therapeutic ingredients. Objective: Ensures standardisation, safety,… Continue reading What is Ayurveda Aahara?

Asset Under Management (AUM)

Why in the News? India’s Mutual Fund (MF) industry has witnessed exponential growth, with Assets Under Management (AUM) reaching ₹74.40 lakh crore as of June 2025, a sevenfold increase over the past decade. What are Assets Under Management (AUM)? Definition: AUM refers to the total market value of financial assets (stocks, bonds, etc.) managed by… Continue reading Asset Under Management (AUM)

Inter-State Water Disputes: Can Cooperation Over Shared Resources Ever Prevail Over Conflict?

N4S: Rivers unite India, but politics keeps dividing them – and this article shows how.  UPSC often frames water disputes as system-failure questions (like the 2013 mains on structural vs process flaws). Many just cite Cauvery or case laws, but miss deeper issues – no standing tribunal, murky data, Centre-state blame games – all unpacked… Continue reading Inter-State Water Disputes: Can Cooperation Over Shared Resources Ever Prevail Over Conflict?

A Crisis of Trust in Electoral Democracy: The Need for a Transparent and Impartial Election Commission

As questions emerge over the conduct of elections in India, restoring faith in the Election Commission is crucial to safeguarding democratic legitimacy. Context and Relevance (GS2 – Polity and Governance, Constitutional Bodies): The Election Commission of India (ECI), a constitutionally mandated body under Article 324, is once again in the spotlight. Following the 2024 general… Continue reading A Crisis of Trust in Electoral Democracy: The Need for a Transparent and Impartial Election Commission

India– U.S. Trade Friction Escalates Amid Russian Oil Dealings

President Trump announces steep tariff hikes on Indian imports over continued Russian oil purchases; India calls it “unjustified and unreasonable”. Context and Relevance (GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Economy, Trade Policy): In a move that has strained India–U.S. economic ties, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to “substantially” increase tariffs on Indian goods.… Continue reading India– U.S. Trade Friction Escalates Amid Russian Oil Dealings

Sawalkote Hydro Project

Why in the News? After suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, India is asserting water control in J&K by reviving the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project — the UT’s largest planned hydro project. About Sawalkote Hydro Project: Location: Ramban and Udhampur districts, Jammu and Kashmir. River: Built on the Chenab River (a western river under the Indus Waters… Continue reading Sawalkote Hydro Project

Blockchain-verified Quantum Randomness for Secure Communication

Why in the News? A recent breakthrough demonstrated use of quantum science, blockchain, and cryptography to create truly random and secure numbers used in encryption for secure communication. About the Technology: Encryption: Converts readable data into unreadable code using a “key”; only someone with the correct key can decrypt the message. Importance of Randomness: Secure… Continue reading Blockchain-verified Quantum Randomness for Secure Communication

[4th August 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘right to repair’ must include ‘right to remember’

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2015] India’s Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) which has a database containing formatted information on more than 2 million medicinal formulations is proving a powerful weapon in the country’s fight against erroneous patents. Discuss the pros and cons making this database publicly available under open-source licensing. Linkage: This question directly discusses the… Continue reading [4th August 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘right to repair’ must include ‘right to remember’

How does the World Bank classify countries by income?

Why in the News? Recently, the World Bank’s 2024 update to its income classification system revealed major shifts, with a sharp decline in low-income populations and a rise in upper-middle-income countries. Global Income Classification Trends (2004–2024): Key Shifts in Population Distribution:  Global Shift Upwards: The share of the world population in low-income countries dropped from… Continue reading How does the World Bank classify countries by income?

Another slip up by India in the trade pact with the U.K.

Why in the News? Concerns have emerged over India’s commitments in the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), particularly Article 13.6 on intellectual property. Critics argue it weakens India’s long-standing stance on compulsory licensing, favouring voluntary mechanisms instead. How does Article 13.6 affect medicine access in India? Dilution of Compulsory Licensing Rights: The Article… Continue reading Another slip up by India in the trade pact with the U.K.

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