Distribution: weekly

[21st March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How do habitual offender laws discriminate?

PYQ Relevance: Q Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits… Continue reading [21st March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How do habitual offender laws discriminate?

The assault on multilateralism and international law

Why in the News? The US’s independent actions could lead to global pushback, but they also create an opportunity for… Continue reading The assault on multilateralism and international law

The challenge of policing digital giants

Why in the News? On November 18, 2024, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a fine of ₹213.14 crore… Continue reading The challenge of policing digital giants

Spring Equinox, 2025

Why in the News? March 20 marks the arrival of the vernal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, signaling the beginning… Continue reading Spring Equinox, 2025

Why Pots are integral to understanding Culture?

Why in the News? This newscard is an excerpt and extension of the original article published in the Indian Express.… Continue reading Why Pots are integral to understanding Culture?

Telecom tribunal reforms to handle data protection pleas 

Why in the News? In early January this year, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) published the draft… Continue reading Telecom tribunal reforms to handle data protection pleas 

A regional divide in blue-collar worker migration from India

Why in the News? Recent data show a decline in remittances from Gulf countries to India, while contributions from advanced… Continue reading A regional divide in blue-collar worker migration from India

India ranked 24th out of 33 countries in Free Speech Index

Why in the News? A global survey by The Future of Free Speech, a US -based think tank, has ranked… Continue reading India ranked 24th out of 33 countries in Free Speech Index

Anniversary of the Muzhara Movement

Why in the News? On March 19, the anniversary of the Muzhara movement is observed, marking a significant chapter in… Continue reading Anniversary of the Muzhara Movement

[pib] Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD)

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Revised National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD), enhancing its scope… Continue reading [pib] Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD)

Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)

Why in the News? New Zealand has expressed its willingness to join the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI). About Indo-Pacific Oceans… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)

[19th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: What is happening in Balochistan?

PYQ Relevance: Q How far are India’s internal security challenges linked with border management particularly in view of the long… Continue reading [19th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: What is happening in Balochistan?

The dystopian side of Insta-commerce

Why in the News? Startup founders publicly claimed to support gig workers’ rights but secretly resist laws that would actually… Continue reading The dystopian side of Insta-commerce

Appointment of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)

Why in the News? The Supreme Court has decided to examine a plea challenging the current process of appointing the… Continue reading Appointment of Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)

30th Session of International Seabed Authority (ISA)

Why in the News? The 30th Session of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) has officially commenced in Kingston, Jamaica, on… Continue reading 30th Session of International Seabed Authority (ISA)

Miller-Urey Hypothesis

Why in the News? A recent study led by Stanford University chemist Richard Zare has introduced a novel perspective on… Continue reading Miller-Urey Hypothesis

[18th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How climate change affects India’s wheat production

PYQ Relevance:  Q Discuss the consequences of climate change on food security in tropical countries. (UPSC 2023) Reason: This question… Continue reading [18th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How climate change affects India’s wheat production

New Delhi’s perilous recalibration with the Taliban

Why in the News? The Prime Minister of India may allow the Taliban regime to appoint a new envoy for… Continue reading New Delhi’s perilous recalibration with the Taliban

Why are electoral reforms necessary?

Why in the News? Recently, the Election Commission (EC) has invited political parties for discussions on enhancing the electoral process.… Continue reading Why are electoral reforms necessary?

[pib] PM’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0)

Why in the News? The Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education, launched the PM-YUVA 3.0 (Prime Minister’s Scheme for… Continue reading [pib] PM’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0)