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28th July
Disasters and Disaster Management – Sendai Framework, Floods, Cyclones, etc.
[28th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How is India preparing against GLOF events?
Child Rights – POSCO, Child Labour Laws, NAPC, etc.
Not the way Criminalising Adolescent Sex will undermine the aim of the POCSO Act
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Afghanistan
Understanding Russia’s Taliban gauntlet
Judicial Reforms
Veer Parivar Sahayata Yojana
Women Safety Issues – Marital Rape, Domestic Violence, Swadhar, Nirbhaya Fund, etc.
Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) under POSH Act
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Artform in News: Soharai Mural Paintings
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Novel Microscope observes Molecular Motion
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Bamboo-Polymer Composite as alternative to Plastics
Presidential References under Article 143: Clarifying Law or Confusing Constitutional Boundaries?
N4S: This article is built around Article 143—a quiet, underused clause in the Constitution. UPSC typically frames this as a… Continue reading Presidential References under Article 143: Clarifying Law or Confusing Constitutional Boundaries?
26th July
Internal Security Architecture Shortcomings – Key Forces, NIA, IB, CCTNS, etc.
[26th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Kargil, Pahalgam and a revamp of the security strategy
Manipur Crisis
Healing Manipur Fragile peace demands political actors pursue genuine reconciliation
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
The scientist who made ‘mangroves’ a buzzword
Corruption Challenges – Lokpal, POCA, etc
[pib] Lokpal of India
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
[pib] PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY)
Wetland Conservation
Ramsar COP15 opens in Zimbabwe
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
150 years of Jim Corbett
Indian Missile Program Updates
UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3
NATIONAL SECURITY DOCTRINE
“Strategy without doctrine is like a ship without a compass.” India faces security threats that are no longer just about… Continue reading NATIONAL SECURITY DOCTRINE
25th July
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
[25th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The India-U.K. FTA spells a poor deal for public health
Swachh Bharat Mission
Clean house: On India’s septic tank desludging
Electoral Reforms In India
Decoding ECI’s counter affidavit on SIR
Manipur Crisis
Extension of President’s Rule in Manipur
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
AdFalciVax Vaccine for Malaria
Financial Inclusion in India and Its Challenges
Financial Inclusion Index, 2025
Tourism Sector
India ranks 77th in Henley Passport Index, 2025
Tribes in News
Tribes in news: Khasi
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
Coral Loss in Lakshadweep
Fishing Sector in India: Blue economy or Bleeding economy ?
N4S Fish wealth, fisher woes, and fixing India’s sea crisis in one sweep. UPSC loves to frame such topics as… Continue reading Fishing Sector in India: Blue economy or Bleeding economy ?
24th July
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
[24th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Can Presidential Reference change a judgment?
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
The reality of the changing dimensions of warfare
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Spare live animals, move to biological models
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Paika Rebellion references omitted from NCERT books
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
US withdraws from UNESCO
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
Towards Resilient and Prosperous Cities in India: World Bank Report (2024)
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
China commences construction of Mega Dam over Brahmaputra
Places in news: Bitra Island
Defence Sector – DPP, Missions, Schemes, Security Forces, etc.
Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs)
Foreign Policy Watch: United Nations
‘Pact for the Future’ Agreement
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
Wind Stilling Effect in the Indo-Gangetic Plain (IGP)
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Planetary Formation observed around HOPS‑315 Star
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23rd July
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[23rd July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: China, India and the conflict over Buddhism
Nuclear Energy
Redeeming India’s nuclear power promise
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
Realities behind the global experiment of ‘remote work’
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
[pib] Ashoka Pillars of Rampurva and Lauriya Nandangarh
Air Pollution
[pib] 10 years of Winter Fog Experiment (WiFEX)
Civil Services Reforms
[pib] PRATIBHA Setu Initiative
Foreign Policy Watch: United Nations
In news: International Seabed Authority (ISA)
Indian Air Force Updates
MiG-21s to retire by September
Tribes in News
Hatti Tradition of Polyandry
Power Politics Is India: Using Energy Ties to Redraw Its Global Role ?
N4S: UPSC often frames questions on India’s bilateral relations through a current affairs lens and asks aspirants to connect them… Continue reading Power Politics Is India: Using Energy Ties to Redraw Its Global Role ?
22nd July
Disasters and Disaster Management – Sendai Framework, Floods, Cyclones, etc.
[22nd July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Water, energy demand spotlights risk of human-induced quakes
The Crisis In The Middle East
The threat to India’s ‘great power’ status
Foreign Policy Watch: India – EU
At FTA’s heart, the promise of Global Capacity Centres
Electoral Reforms In India
Legal Status of Right to Vote
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
Vice-President (VP) of India
Global Geological And Climatic Events
In news: Kamchatka Peninsula
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
In news: King Rajendra Chola I
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
In news: Mangal Pandey (1827-1857)
Foreign University Campuses in India: Global Promise or Market Gamble ?
N4S: India is inviting top foreign universities to set up campuses here—to improve access, bring in global quality, and help… Continue reading Foreign University Campuses in India: Global Promise or Market Gamble ?
[UPSC Mains 2025] Registration Open: All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025
All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025 Dates and Schedule Register For All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025 Civilsdaily’s… Continue reading [UPSC Mains 2025] Registration Open: All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025
21st July
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
[21st July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Temples of social justice
FDI in Indian economy
India’s FDI challenge: In a world of shrinking investment, rising competition, capital will chase confidence, clarity
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
A long list: on the U.S., designation of The Resistance Front group
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Gujarat’s Tribal Genome Sequencing Project
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Breakthrough
BioEmu AI tool for Protein Flexibility Modelling
Food Safety Standards – FSSAI, food fortification, etc.
[pib] India praised at Codex Executive Committee (CCEXEC88) for Millet Standards
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
International Moon Day
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Piezo- Photocatalytic Water Filter
Environmental Governance in India: Has the EIA Framework Delivered?
N4S Court verdict ends post‑facto clearances, pushing India toward greener growth. UPSC likes to wrap this theme inside a rights… Continue reading Environmental Governance in India: Has the EIA Framework Delivered?
19th July
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
[19th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Indian inequality and the World Bank’s claims
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
All in one Agriculture needs more public spending, not just one umbrella scheme
Civil Aviation Sector – CA Policy 2016, UDAN, Open Skies, etc.
The mental health of pilots is the elephant in the room
Disputes over Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] INS Nistar Diving Support Vessel
Global Geological And Climatic Events
In news: Reykjanes Peninsula
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
MoSPI to integrate 8th Economic Census with 16th Population Census
New Species of Plants and Animals Discovered
[pib] New Lichen Species reveals ancient Symbiosis
India–Bangladesh Trade and the China Factor: Is There Room for Strategic Balance ?
N4S India‑Bangladesh ties shift from warmth to worry, trade to tension, diplomacy to dilemmas. UPSC usually throws a big‑picture question… Continue reading India–Bangladesh Trade and the China Factor: Is There Room for Strategic Balance ?
18th July
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[18th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How is China leading the green energy sector?
J&K – The issues around the state
A better terror fight with J&K police under state reins
Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Global Implications
Russian Oil: India calls out ‘double standards’
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Tipu Sultan and Anglo-Mysore Wars (1767-1799)
Indian Missile Program Updates
Successful trial of Akash Prime Air Defence System
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
IIST Scientists detected Circular Polarisation near massive Protostar
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
Machilipatnam as Ancient Port is set for big Revival
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Behdeinkhlam Festival celebrated in Meghalaya
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Economic Impact of Freebies : Can India Afford Them ?
PYQ ANCHORING: GS 2: In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Ma chines (EVM), what… Continue reading Economic Impact of Freebies : Can India Afford Them ?
17th July
Global Geological And Climatic Events
[17th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A tectonic shift in thinking to build seismic resilience
Policy Wise: India’s Power Sector
Share of Clean Energy in Electricity still below 30%
Women Safety Issues – Marital Rape, Domestic Violence, Swadhar, Nirbhaya Fund, etc.
Safe havens no more: Sexual violence in workplaces and educational institutions is worrying
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
Gravitational Wave Observations
GW231123: Biggest Black Hole Merger Detected
Genetically Modified (GM) crops – cotton, mustards, etc.
NIPGR’s gene-edited Japonica Rice shows increased Phosphate uptake
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
ANRF unveils PM Professorships Program
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
Silent Salt Consumption Epidemic
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Mysterious Antimatter Physics discovered at CERN Large Hadron Collider
Under Pressure, Underperforming, Undone : What’s Breaking Our Brightest ?
N4S:UPSC often picks such topics not just for data recall but to test empathy, societal understanding, and connection between systems… Continue reading Under Pressure, Underperforming, Undone : What’s Breaking Our Brightest ?
15th July
Industrial Sector Updates – Industrial Policy, Ease of Doing Business, etc.
[15th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Why is corporate investment lagging behind?
Industrial Sector Updates – Industrial Policy, Ease of Doing Business, etc.
Why some PLI schemes are in the slow lane?
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Africa
India’s strategic focus on West Africa
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
[pib] Breakthrough in Quantum Noise Research
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Scientists decode Locust Pheromones for Eco-Friendly Control
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
Inflation Hits 77-Month Low
Policy Wise: India’s Power Sector
ADEETIE Scheme
In news: Great Trigonometric Survey (GTS)
Detention of non-citizens: Is Proof of Identity a Privilege ?
N4S: “When identity becomes a burden, not a right.” That’s the core message of this article. UPSC often frames questions… Continue reading Detention of non-citizens: Is Proof of Identity a Privilege ?
14th July
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
[14th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Secularism — implicit from day one, explicit in 1976
Air Pollution
Smoke and Sulphur: On sulphur dioxide emissions, public health
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
Assessing India’s Carbon Credit trading scheme targets
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
3I/ATLAS: A Possible 7-Billion-Year-Old Interstellar Comet Discovered
Roads, Highways, Cargo, Air-Cargo and Logistics infrastructure – Bharatmala, LEEP, SetuBharatam, etc.
Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) Project
Tribes in News
Jarawa Tribe of Andaman Islands
Indian Army Updates
Exercise Talisman Sabre, 2025
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Literature in News: Thirukkural
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
Nominated Members to the Rajya Sabha
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Specie in news: Lion-Tailed Macaque
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Revising Guidelines to declare Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZ)
India’s Development Paradox: Growth Without Fairness ?
N4S: India’s human development story: progress, paradoxes, and inclusive AI crossroads. UPSC usually frames these themes as broad, thought‑provoking mains questions… Continue reading India’s Development Paradox: Growth Without Fairness ?
12th July
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
[12th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: View India’s Gender Gap Report ranking as a warning
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
‘Maratha Military Landscapes’ included in the UNESCO World Heritage List
Telecom and Postal Sector – Spectrum Allocation, Call Drops, Predatory Pricing, etc
[pib] Sanchar Mitra Scheme
Electric and Hybrid Cars – FAME, National Electric Mobility Mission, etc.
[pib] E-Truck Incentive Scheme
North-East India – Security and Developmental Issues
What are Autonomous District Councils (ADC)?
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
In news: International Criminal Court (ICC)
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
America is going back on all the things that made it great. India’s must seize the opportunity
Poverty Eradication – Definition, Debates, etc.
ExplainSpeaking: Why govt claims on reducing inequality in India are being contested
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11th July
[11th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Aiding India’s progress with choice, control and capital
Road and Highway Safety – National Road Safety Policy, Good Samaritans, etc.
Bridge too far: A regular audit of all major infrastructure projects is a must
Aadhaar Card Issues
‘Consider Aadhaar, EPIC, ration card as proof ’
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
UNEP Frontiers 2025 Report on Legacy Pollutants
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
[pib] TALASH Initiative
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
[pib] Fossils reveal Kashmir Valley’s Climatic Past
What are Zonal Councils?
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
[pib] Dhammachakra Pravartana Divas
AI is a tool, not a Master: Who Decides ?
N4S: This article maps AI’s promises, pitfalls, ethics and India‑specific policy pathways. UPSC tends to wrap this theme in open‑ended,… Continue reading AI is a tool, not a Master: Who Decides ?
10th July
Disasters and Disaster Management – Sendai Framework, Floods, Cyclones, etc.
[10th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How can cat bonds plan for a natural disaster?
Railway Reforms
Death by negligence: The Railways must ensure interlocked gates at all manned level crossings
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Africa
India, Africa must work side by side, says PM in Namibia
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
What are Optical Atomic Clocks?
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAM)
Coal and Mining Sector
[pib] Aspirational District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Programme
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS)
Roads, Highways, Cargo, Air-Cargo and Logistics infrastructure – Bharatmala, LEEP, SetuBharatam, etc.
High Security Registration Plates (HSRPs)
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Revamping Logistics : What’s Holding Back India’s Story ?
N4S: Big on plans, slow in delivery—India’s logistics is at crossroads.The UPSC often uses large themes like inclusive growth or… Continue reading Revamping Logistics : What’s Holding Back India’s Story ?
9th July
Electoral Reforms In India
[9th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The dark signs of restricted or selective franchise
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
Quick fix: On India’s Research Development and Innovation scheme
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
Looking inward: Reservation in Supreme Court
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
PARAKH Survey reveals deficits in Student Learning
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Rare Great Hornbill sighted in Kerala
Foreign Policy Watch: Indo-Pacific and QUAD
Quad Critical Minerals Initiative
Coal and Mining Sector
RECLAIM Framework for Inclusive Mine Closure
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
125th Birth Anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Vera C Rubin Observatory
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi erupts
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Beyond Symbolism: Did Operation Sindoor Truly Validate Indigenous Defence?
N4S: This article shows how indigenous tech in Operation Sindoor helped neutralise threats while signalling India’s growing self-reliance. Using the… Continue reading Beyond Symbolism: Did Operation Sindoor Truly Validate Indigenous Defence?
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