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SAARC Development Fund (SDF)

Why in the News? With recent cuts in USAID funding the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Development Fund (SDF), with a capital base of $672 million and $1.5 billion in authorized funds, is gaining attention. About the SAARC Development Fund (SDF): The SDF was established in 2010 by SAARC member countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh,… Continue reading

Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble ?

N4S: India’s big summits often grab headlines, but their real impact lies in shaping global politics. UPSC tests whether aspirants can go beyond buzzwords and understand how diplomacy translates into power shifts. Memorizing summit names isn’t enough—what matters is connecting them to India’s strategic positioning, as seen in questions like India as an alternative to… Continue reading

PM-POSHAN Scheme

Why in the News? The material cost for the PM-POSHAN (Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman) Scheme has been increased by 9.5%, resulting in an additional cost of ₹954 crore to be incurred by the Centre in the 2025-26 financial year. About PM-POSHAN Scheme: The PM-POSHAN Scheme, formerly known as the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, is a… Continue reading

[pib] Indian researchers introduce ‘Toxicity Standard’ of PM2.5 Pollution

Why in the News? A recent study conducted in Kolkata shows that the toxicity value of PM2.5 experiences a sudden jump when the pollution level reaches around 70 µg/m³. About PM2.5 PM2.5 refers to fine particulate matter with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or smaller. It is a major air pollutant linked to respiratory and… Continue reading

[UPSC Webinar] By Shubham Sir | From Aspirant to Achiever: The MAC Formula for UPSC 2026 | Join on Sunday, 13th April At 7 PM

Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Shubham Sir’s UPSC 2026 Prep Webinar Preparing for UPSC 2026 can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re just starting out. Many aspirants begin with a lot of motivation after reading NCERTs, but soon realise how vast and complex the exam actually… Continue reading

[11th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Are existing mechanisms effective in combating judicial corruption?

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2017] Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on ‘The National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ concerning the appointment of judges of higher judiciary in India. Linkage: The integrity of the appointment process is a key mechanism to prevent the entry of potentially corrupt individuals into the judiciary. Debates around judicial appointments often… Continue reading

When Parliament stayed awake through the night

Why in the News? The recently held Budget session of Parliament became historic, as both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha continued working all night and ended only around sunrise. What made the recently concluded Budget session of Parliament historically significant? All-night Sitting: Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha continued debates through the night until… Continue reading

India’s 16-year wait ends: 26/11 conspirator Tahawwur Rana flown to Delhi, will face trial

Why in the News? Over 16 years after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, Tahawwur Rana, a key planner, was finally brought back to India from the US to face trial. Who is Tahawwur Rana? Tahawwur Hussain Rana is a Pakistani-Canadian terrorist, businessman and former military doctor, who is known for his involvement in terrorism-related activities.… Continue reading

150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)

Why in the News? On April 8, 2025, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla delivered the keynote address at the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. About the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU): The IPU is the global organization that connects national parliaments, promoting democracy and cooperation among countries. Moto: “For democracy. For everyone.”… Continue reading

INS Varsha Naval Base

Why in the News? India is set to operationalise INS Varsha, a highly strategic naval base designed specifically to house nuclear-powered submarines, on the eastern coast near Rambilli in Andhra Pradesh by 2026. About INS Varsha INS Varsha is being developed as a specialized base to house India’s growing fleet of nuclear-powered submarines, including both… Continue reading

CPCB revises Classification of Industries

Why in the News? The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has recently updated its classification of industries, introducing a new category known as the ‘Blue Category.’ Classification of Industries by CPCB: The CPCB classifies industries based on their environmental impact, focusing on air pollution, water pollution, and hazardous waste generation. Industries are classified using the… Continue reading

Three Gorges Antarctic Eye Telescope

Why in the news? China has unveiled the Three Gorges Antarctic Eye telescope in Antarctica. About the Three Gorges Antarctic Eye Telescope The Three Gorges Antarctic Eye is a 3.2m wide radio/millimetre-wave telescope located at China’s Zhongshan Station in Antarctica. It was developed by China Three Gorges University (CTGU) and Shanghai Normal University (SHNU). This… Continue reading

[10th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Will Aviation Disputes be easier to Resolve?

PYQ Relevance: Question: “If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years. [UPSC 2021] Linkage: The broader context of competition for influence in the continent. Mentor’s Comment: The aviation sector is… Continue reading

The pandemic — looking back, looking forward

Why in the News? Last month, in March, it was five years since the COVID-19 pandemic began around the world. What did COVID-19 reveal about trust in healthcare and public health interventions? Fragility of Public Trust: Public trust in healthcare systems is delicate and can quickly deteriorate during a crisis. Eg: In countries like the… Continue reading

Understanding India’s China conundrum

Why in the News? Today’s China is clearly very different from the time of Deng Xiaoping. Since Xi Jinping took power in 2013, China has changed even more, and there’s little sign that it plans to go back to its earlier approach. Why is China’s reference to its past and civilisational wrongs worrying for neighbours… Continue reading

Reforming Compliance Frameworks: Is A Digital-First Approach the Need of the Hour ?

Corruption and red tape make doing business in India difficult. This article breaks down how these issues hurt economic growth, scare away investors, and kill the startup spirit. The UPSC often asks questions that test an aspirant’s ability to connect corruption with governance, economic impact, and ethical dilemmas (e.g., “Non-performance of duty by a public… Continue reading

[pib] Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme

Why in the News? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has notified the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme to expand the manufacturing capabilities of passive electronic components in India. About Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme: The scheme is designed to promote the manufacturing of select electronic components in India, such as resistors, capacitors, relays, switches,… Continue reading

Preliminary Findings of the Genome India Project

Why in the News? The preliminary findings of Genome India Project, based on the whole genome sequencing of 10,074 healthy and unrelated Indians from 85 populations across the country, were published recently. About Genome India Project The Genome India Project was launched in January 2020 to map the genetic diversity of India’s population. It is… Continue reading

[pib] Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), 2024

Why in the News? The latest Annual Report of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for the year 2024, covering the period from January to December, was released on April 8, 2025. About the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS): Launched by the National Statistics Office (NSO) in April 2017, the PLFS provides frequent data on… Continue reading

Navkar Mahamantra Divas

Why in the News? Prime Minister has inaugurated and participated in Navkar Mahamantra Divas at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. What is Vishwa Navkar Mahamantra Divas? The event is observed annually on April 9 to promote peace, non-violence, and spiritual harmony globally by chanting the Navkar Mantra collectively. The mantra venerates the 5 supreme beings: Arihants:… Continue reading

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