Current Affairs

UGC Discontinues UGC-CARE List

Context: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided to discontinue the UGC Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics (UGC-CARE) list,...

Mapping the Moon’s South Pole

Context: The first detailed geological map of the moon’s south polar region, created by researchers from Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad,...

India’s Industrial Crossroads: Innovation vs. Mindless Toil

Context: The Indian industry’s persistent focus on cheap labour as a driver of growth is a self-defeating strategy that hinders...

Key Takeaways from PM Modi’s U.S. Visit

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent official visit to the United States was a milestone in strengthening bilateral relations, with...

Government Spending and Public Expenditure

Context: Government spending plays a crucial role in shaping a country’s economic growth and social well-being. However, it is essential...

Childhood Cancer in India

Context: According to the National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), childhood cancers (0-14 years) account for 4% of all cancer cases...

India’s Solar Export Strategy: Diversification Towards Africa and West Asia

Introduction: India is striving to establish itself as a global renewable energy powerhouse. However, with stagnating demand in Europe and...

Front-Loading Capital Allocation for New Investment Funds

Context: The Union Budget FY25 introduced multiple investment funds to boost economic growth, with the Centre planning to front-load capital...

India’s Development Challenge: Avoiding the Middle-Income Trap and Ensuring Inclusive Growth

Context: India became a lower middle-income economy in 2007 and remains in this category even after 18 years. The challenge...

Indian Languages

Context: There was human habitation in India long before the emergence of Sanskrit, with multiple languages spoken, but there are...

The Alarming Rise of Global Sea Levels

Context: The study titled “Community estimate of global glacier mass changes from 2000 to 2023“, published in Nature on February...

Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024

Context: The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, passed in Lok Sabha (December 2024), aims to improve disaster preparedness amid rising...

Government Warning to OTT Platforms

Context: Amid growing concerns over vulgar and obscene content on social media, the central government has issued a stern warning...

Importance of Robust Data Collection in India

Context: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has begun celebrations to mark 75 years of the National Sample...

Addressing Judicial Backlog Through Mediation

Context: India’s judicial system faces an enormous backlog of cases across all levels. Mediation over Litigation  at all levels can...