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21st November
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
Why India’s trade deficit is not necessarily a weakness?
Food Processing Industry: Issues and Developments
Should packaged food content be labelled?
Air Pollution
Is Delhi’s AQI 500 or 1500?
Horticulture, Floriculture, Commercial crops, Bamboo Production – MIDH, NFSM-CC, etc.
Coffee Board devises road map with eye on doubling production, exports
OBOR Initiative
Chancay Port Project in Peru
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
[pib] MJS launches ‘Bhu-Neer’ Portal for Ground Water Withdrawal Permits
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
What is High-Altitude Sickness?
[21st November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: An overturning of Sri Lanka’s old political order
PYQ Relevance: Q) ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri… Continue reading [21st November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: An overturning of Sri Lanka’s old political order
20th November
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
How India could counter the CBAM?
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
Is imposing tariffs on Chinese imports a good idea?
Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Global Implications
A thousand days of Ukrainian resilience
Electric and Hybrid Cars – FAME, National Electric Mobility Mission, etc.
Telangana’s new EV policy
Swachh Bharat Mission
[pib] World Toilet Day, 2024
Tiger Conservation Efforts – Project Tiger, etc.
India’s 56th Tiger Reserve notified in Chhatisgarh
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Salt Chimneys discovered in the Dead Sea
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
[pib] Italy-India Joint Strategic Action Plan (2025-2029)
[20th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A community on the margins, its hidden scars
PYQ Relevance: Q) What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space? (UPSC CSE 2019) Mentor’s… Continue reading [20th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A community on the margins, its hidden scars
19th November
Industrial Sector Updates – Industrial Policy, Ease of Doing Business, etc.
CAG flags 42% resource-expenditure gap, 37% staff vacancy
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
COP-29 discussions flagging, no progress made on issues critical to developing countries: India
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in News: Oriental pied Hornbills
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
[pib] Postage Stamp released on Sickle Cell Eradication – 2047
Indian Navy Updates
India and Japan sign agreement for UNICORN masts for naval warships
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
[pib] Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana
[19th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Manipur as a case for imposing Article 356
PYQ Relevance: Q) Though the federal principle is dominant in our Constitution and that priniciple is one of its basic… Continue reading [19th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Manipur as a case for imposing Article 356
18th November
Bharat Emission Standards
Why BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers have been banned in Delhi
The Crisis In The Middle East
Will Riyadh summit have an impact on Gaza war?
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
Growing epidemic
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
Operation Sagar Manthan
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in News: Western Honey Bees
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in News: Kaalinga
Freedom of Speech – Defamation, Sedition, etc.
[pib] Press Council of India
[18th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘new’ Justitia and reimagining justice
PYQ Relevance:Q) The judicial systems in India and the UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent… Continue reading [18th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘new’ Justitia and reimagining justice
[UPSC Webinar] By Mukund Singh Chahar, IRS | 5-Phased Strategy for UPSC 2026 | Get a Subject-Wise Strategy | Join on 20th November 2024 at 5:00 PM
Register for the session to get UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Mukund Singh Chahar’s UPSC Preparation Journey… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Mukund Singh Chahar, IRS | 5-Phased Strategy for UPSC 2026 | Get a Subject-Wise Strategy | Join on 20th November 2024 at 5:00 PM
Amendments of Indian Constitution
Constitutional forefathers were aware of the fact that an extremely rigid constitution would not fulfill the aspirations of future generations.… Continue reading Amendments of Indian Constitution
FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES
42nd Amendment added Fundamental Duties to the Indian Constitution (Swaran Singh Committee recommendation) in 1976 through Part IV-A and Article… Continue reading FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES
16th November
Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act
Centre reimposes AFSPA in 6 ‘volatile’ regions
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
India needs a globally recognized public policy school
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
[pib] Centenary of Bose-Einstein Statistics
Banking Sector Reforms
RBI released list of Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs)
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
ADB increases Climate Finance backed by US, Japan Pledge
Barak River
[16th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Universities are different from religious institutions
PYQ Relevance:Q) Discuss the main objectives of Population Education and point out the measures to achieve them in India in… Continue reading [16th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Universities are different from religious institutions
DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES OF STATE POLICY
Directive Principles of State Policy are enumerated in Part IV of the Constitution from Articles 36 to 51. Dr B.R.… Continue reading DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES OF STATE POLICY
15th November
Industrial Sector Updates – Industrial Policy, Ease of Doing Business, etc.
No dual eco-clearance for 39 categories of industry
Renewable Energy – Wind, Tidal, Geothermal, etc.
Green Transition that India needs
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Africa
Leverage similarity, complementarity in Nigeria
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
[pib] Janjatiya Gaurav Divas
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Canada
What is the Student Direct Stream visa?
Indian Army Updates
Exercise ‘Poorvi Prahar’
NATURE OF CONSTITUTION, CONSTITUTIONALISM, CONSTITUTIONAL MORALITY
Questions from this theme are increasing with time but solid narratives on the same are missing pushing aspirants to write… Continue reading NATURE OF CONSTITUTION, CONSTITUTIONALISM, CONSTITUTIONAL MORALITY
[15th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A 2024 election result that leaves many astounded
PYQ Relevance:Q) Indian and USA are two large democracies. Examine the basic tenets on which the two political systems are… Continue reading [15th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A 2024 election result that leaves many astounded
14th November
Electoral Reforms In India
The perfect cocktail of layered discrimination
Important Judgements In News
Supreme Court puts brakes on ‘bulldozer culture’
Direct Benefits Transfers
CASE STUDY: The impact of PMUY in Jammu and Kashmir
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
Article 6.4 of the Carbon Market
Indian Ocean Power Competition
Indian Ocean Dialogue (IOD)
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Savannah Elephant populations fell by about 70% on average
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
What is the Artificial Reef Project implemented in Kerala?
PREAMBLE OF THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION
The American constitution was the first to begin with a preamble. Many counties, including India, followed this practice. A preamble… Continue reading PREAMBLE OF THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION
13th November
Foreign Policy Watch: India-ASEAN
With Indonesia, India’s opportunity and Beijing’s eye
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Middle East
A mixed report card for the IMEC
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
New NASA-ISRO Satellite ‘NISAR’ to revolutionise Earth monitoring
Inter-State Council has been reconstituted
New Species of Plants and Animals Discovered
Corpse flower
Tribes in News
Gotti Koya Tribals
[13th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Debating the ‘healthy longevity initiative’
PYQ Relevance: Q) Public health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector… Continue reading [13th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Debating the ‘healthy longevity initiative’
[UPSC Webinar] By Tamanna Dua, UPSC Ranker 2023 | Prepare for UPSC 2026 with College & Job | Get a 1.5-Year Strategy | Join on 15th November 2024 at 7:00 PM 2024
Register for the session to get UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Tamanna Dua’s UPSC Preparation Journey UPSC… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Tamanna Dua, UPSC Ranker 2023 | Prepare for UPSC 2026 with College & Job | Get a 1.5-Year Strategy | Join on 15th November 2024 at 7:00 PM 2024
12th November
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
Ending discrimination in prisons
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Breakthrough
How AI can help chart pathways of sustainable development for India
Renewable Energy – Wind, Tidal, Geothermal, etc.
On improving wind energy generation
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
[pib] Decline in Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) in Health in India
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary
Contention over South China Sea
In news: Flashpoint Reef
Higher Education – RUSA, NIRF, HEFA, etc.
[pib] India shines in QS Asia University Rankings
[12th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The LAC agreement, the détentes and the questions
PYQ Relevance: Q) China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power… Continue reading [12th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The LAC agreement, the détentes and the questions
UPSC Eligibility Criteria: Age, Qualifications & More
UPSC eligibility criteria refer to the essential requirements that candidates must fulfil to sit for the exam. They include nationality,… Continue reading UPSC Eligibility Criteria: Age, Qualifications & More
Fact-Checking: Balancing Independence and Legal Safeguards
Why This? The Bombay High Court recently struck down a provision related to the Fact Check Unit in the 2021… Continue reading Fact-Checking: Balancing Independence and Legal Safeguards
Climate Extremes in the Arabian Sea: How Climate Change Fuels Severe Weather Patterns
Why this? Cyclone Asna was a rare August storm in the Arabian Sea, but just blaming climate change and discussing… Continue reading Climate Extremes in the Arabian Sea: How Climate Change Fuels Severe Weather Patterns
11th November
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Can India get rich before growing old?
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
What are the costs of population decline?
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
Calling out exploitative labour dynamics on platforms
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
LignoSat: the First Wooden Satellite launched into space
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
APOBEC (Apolipoprotein B mRNA Editing Catalytic Polypeptide)
Horticulture, Floriculture, Commercial crops, Bamboo Production – MIDH, NFSM-CC, etc.
Asia Tea Alliance not in favor of GM Tea
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Caterpillar fungus
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
IDF working on new guidelines to treat Type 2 Diabetes
India’s Electoral System: Democratic engagement with a digital plug-in
Why this? Political Campaigning’s gone digital big-time lately! Morever, Elections have been a recurring theme in the UPSC- be it… Continue reading India’s Electoral System: Democratic engagement with a digital plug-in
Towards Indianisation of the Economy: How India Can Tackle Global Competition and Domestic Constraints
Why this? The Indian government is exploring the possibility of allowing Chinese investments in high-tech electronics on a case-by-case basis.… Continue reading Towards Indianisation of the Economy: How India Can Tackle Global Competition and Domestic Constraints
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