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UPSC Relevance GS1 (Geography): Climate change impacts on oceans & coastal geomorphology. GS3 (Environment): Coral reef ecosystems, sea-level rise, adaptation strategies. Essay: “Rising seas and sinking islands: Challenges of the 21st century.” Why in News? A recent study led by Paul Kench (National University of Singapore) and researchers from Nanyang Technological University has revealed that […]

Relevance for UPSC GS Context India has witnessed rapid economic transformation in the last decade, rising from the 10th largest economy in 2014 to the 4th largest in 2025. Alongside GDP growth, a record expansion in employment and social security coverage has strengthened India’s labour market.Against global challenges like automation, AI disruption, and supply chain

While preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), commonly known as the IAS exam, choosing the right coaching institute is extremely important. The road to cracking the UPSC is full of many hurdles, and a coaching institute can play a vital role in shaping your preparation. There are many coaching institutes in Delhi that

UPSC Relevance GS-I (Society): Rural empowerment via biofuels. GS-II (Governance): Energy security, import dependence, federal schemes (SATAT, E20). GS-III (Economy & Environment): Energy diversification, renewables, nuclear, hydrogen. Essay Paper: “Energy sovereignty in a multipolar world” / “Development vs. sustainability.” The Energy Flashpoint Background-India’s Import Dependence – Total Imports (FY 2023-24): India bought goods worth $677

Every year, lakhs of candidates prepare for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination (CSE). This exam is considered to be one of the toughest and most prestigious exams in India. Clearing it paves the way for higher services like IAS, IPS and IFS. But hard work alone is not enough in this

In July 2025, the EU sanctioned Gujarat’s Vadinar Refinery (Nayara Energy) under its 18th package, restricting shipping, insurance, finance, and shadow-fleet use due to Rosneft links.                                 Quick Facts (For Prelims) Q: Which refinery in India was first hit by EU anti-Russia sanctions? → Vadinar Refinery (Nayara Energy, Gujarat). Q: Rosneft’s stake in Nayara Energy? → ~49%.

UPSC Relevance GS-II (Governance, Social Justice): Health policy, cooperative federalism, Ayushman Bharat. GS-III (Inclusive Growth, Science & Tech): Digital health, AI in healthcare, insurance economy. Essay: Themes of health equity, welfare state, technology for inclusion. Prelims: Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, IRDAI. Why in News? India’s health-care system is at a defining inflection point

In a recent operation, the Indian Armed Forces launched a missile strike on ULFA(I) hideouts in Myanmar in May 2025. The attack reportedly targeted high-ranking ULFA(I) leaders, resulting in the deaths of two top commanders. This strike is part of India’s ongoing efforts to tackle cross-border terrorism and prevent insurgent activities from spilling over into

UPSC Relevance GS Paper II (Governance, Education, Policy)GS Paper III (Employment, Skill Development, Economic Growth)Essay Topics: “Demographic Dividend: Asset or Liability?”, “AI and the Future of Work” Why in News? India’s demographic dividend, long projected as the country’s biggest economic advantage, is increasingly at risk of turning into a demographic time bomb. With more than

Relevance for- Gs paper-3 Why in the News? India’s coastal communities are facing worsening climate impacts, including rising sea levels, saltwater intrusion, and extreme weather. These changes are displacing traditional communities, forcing them into urban labour markets without legal protection. Experts call for a rights-based legal framework for climate-induced displacement, a gap in India’s current