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11th February
The Crisis In The Middle East
[11th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Gaza and Trump’s ‘expanding the canvas’ strategy
India as a bridge between the Global North and South
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
What has the Budget offered scientists?
Indian Navy Updates
[pib] TROPEX-25
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Renaming of Fort William
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
Article 22 of the Indian Constitution
RBI Notifications
Economic Capital Framework (ECF) of the RBI
Government Budgets
[pib] SASCI Scheme
Resolving Global Defaults: Is India Ready for a Cross-Border Insolvency Framework?
NOTE4STUDENTS: Cross-border insolvency laws in India need urgent reforms for fairness, efficiency, and global alignment. UPSC often asks about legal… Continue reading Resolving Global Defaults: Is India Ready for a Cross-Border Insolvency Framework?
10th February
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
[10th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Keeping a watch on the growing arc of violence
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
Indian Immigrants Deported from US
Railway Reforms
What does the Budget offer Railways?
Government Budgets
How has the Budget allocated funds for urban development?
Capital Markets: Challenges and Developments
SEBI proposed Retail Algo Trading Framework
Article 200 of the Indian Constitution
Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries Sector – Pashudhan Sanjivani, E- Pashudhan Haat, etc
Genotype D1.1
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
[pib] NITI Aayog launches Swavalambini Initiative
Resolving Global Defaults: Is India Ready for a Cross-Border Insolvency Framework?
NOTE4STUDENTS: Cross-border insolvency laws in India need urgent reforms for fairness, efficiency, and global alignment. UPSC often asks about legal… Continue reading Resolving Global Defaults: Is India Ready for a Cross-Border Insolvency Framework?
9th February
[UPSC Webinar] UPSC 2026 & 2027 Guided Mentorship With Ranadheer Sir | Replicate Yearlong Strategies Of AIR 2 Animesh Pradhan | Join on 10th February 2025, 7:00 PM
Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 & 2027 preparation plan and strategy Read about Ranadheer Sir’s UPSC… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] UPSC 2026 & 2027 Guided Mentorship With Ranadheer Sir | Replicate Yearlong Strategies Of AIR 2 Animesh Pradhan | Join on 10th February 2025, 7:00 PM
8th February
Gold Monetisation Scheme
Gold Investments in India Surge by 60% in 2024: World Gold Council Report
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
Diagnostic sector requires Regulations
Internal Security Trends and Incidents
How can there be a discussion of regionalism v/s nationalism in this country?
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
[8th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Technology and the challenge of equitable education
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment (BioE3) Policy
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
10 New Agricultural Commodities added to the E-NAM platform
In news: Darien Gap
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
What is Brucellosis?
Balancing Security and Privacy: Do the Draft Digital Protection Rules Get It Right?
NOTE4STUDENTS: This article covers the release of the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules (DPDP) and how India is moving… Continue reading Balancing Security and Privacy: Do the Draft Digital Protection Rules Get It Right?
7th February
Air Pollution
[7th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The saga of regulating India’s thermal power emissions
Poverty Eradication – Definition, Debates, etc.
Bhopal’s new order criminalising begging
Rajasthan’s Bill against ‘unlawful’ religious conversions
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
India studying US memo on ‘modifying’ sanctions waiver for Chabahar Port
Indian Army Updates
Joint Military Exercise ‘Ekuverin’
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Asteroid 2024 YR4
Textile Sector – Cotton, Jute, Wool, Silk, Handloom, etc.
GREAT Scheme
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
New Makhana Board and Food Institute to be opened in Bihar
[UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir, Lead, Smash Mains | UPSC Mains Writing: OLD vs NEW | How Toppers’ Writing Style Has Changed Over Time | Join on 8th Feb at 7:00 PM
Register for the session to get complete UPSC Mains preparation plan and strategy Read about Arvind Sir’s UPSC Mains Webinar… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir, Lead, Smash Mains | UPSC Mains Writing: OLD vs NEW | How Toppers’ Writing Style Has Changed Over Time | Join on 8th Feb at 7:00 PM
Patriotism or Compulsion: Is the National Anthem Controversy Justified ?
NOTE4STUDENTS: This article offers a deep dive into the laws and practices regarding the National Anthem in India, presenting a… Continue reading Patriotism or Compulsion: Is the National Anthem Controversy Justified ?
6th February
Government Budgets
[6th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A Budget that is mostly good but with one wrong move
Forest Conservation Efforts – NFP, Western Ghats, etc.
What is the SC directive on sacred groves?
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
A green signal for India to assert its health leadership
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
India must address illegal emigration with empathy and urgency
Solar Energy – JNNSM, Solar Cities, Solar Pumps, etc.
Union Budget 2025-26 has increased financial support for the PM Surya Ghar scheme
Climate Change Negotiations – UNFCCC, COP, Other Conventions and Protocols
Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM)
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
[pib] Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme
Nuclear Energy
What is the ‘Nuclear Energy Mission’?
WEALTH TAX: SHOULD IT BE BROUGHT BACK TO FIGHT INEQUALITY ?
NOTE4STUDENTS: India’s top 1% own 40.1% of the nation’s wealth, fueling inequality debates.UPSC often asks about wealth inequality through essay… Continue reading WEALTH TAX: SHOULD IT BE BROUGHT BACK TO FIGHT INEQUALITY ?
5th February
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
[5th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The U.S.’s WHO exit, a chance to reshape global health
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
The financial toxicity of cancer care in India
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
How beggar-thy-neighbour policies can make global trade come to a standstill?
Tax Reforms
Why the tax cuts are a one way gamble?
Tax Reforms
[pib] Budget 2025-26 removes 7 Custom Duties for Industrial Goods
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
[pib] GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI: India’s First Ferret Research Facility
Digital India Initiatives
Gyan Bharatam Mission
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Centre clears exploratory drilling in Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary
Unlocking New Frontiers: Are India’s Sunrise Sectors Truly Rising?
NOTE4STUDENTS: India aims to lead in sunrise sectors to achieve a $32 trillion economy. UPSC often asks questions on economic… Continue reading Unlocking New Frontiers: Are India’s Sunrise Sectors Truly Rising?
4th February
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
[4th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Some wind behind the sails of India’s shipping industry
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
The kind of jobs needed for the ‘Viksit Bharat’ goal
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
Eliminating elitism in mental health
Roads, Highways, Cargo, Air-Cargo and Logistics infrastructure – Bharatmala, LEEP, SetuBharatam, etc.
How will the govt. produce the required fuel ethanol?
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Second National Gene Bank
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
Samudrayaan Project
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
[pib] National Mission on Cultural Mapping (NMCM)
NGT issues notice to Centre on use of invasive fish species for mosquito control
The Real Impact of Cash Transfers: What’s Working and What Needs Fixing?
Why This? If you’re gearing up for the UPSC exam, you’ve probably read a lot about cash transfer schemes and… Continue reading The Real Impact of Cash Transfers: What’s Working and What Needs Fixing?
3rd February
Government Budgets
[3rd February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Beyond tax cuts, a closer read of the Union Budget
Uniform Civil Code: Triple Talaq debate, Polygamy issue, etc.
On live-in relationships in Uttarakhand
Citizenship and Related Issues
The legal systems under which citizenship is acquired
Government Budgets
Agriculture is fiscally neglected in the Budget
Forest Conservation Efforts – NFP, Western Ghats, etc.
Inland Mangrove of Guneri
Make in India: Challenges & Prospects
[pib] National Manufacturing Mission (NMM)
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
[pib] What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation?
Bridging Borders: Nepal-China Agreements and the Evolving India-China Dynamics
PYQs Anchoring: Microthemes: India and its neighbourhood The recent agreements between Nepal and China mark a significant step in the… Continue reading Bridging Borders: Nepal-China Agreements and the Evolving India-China Dynamics
1st February
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Myanmar
[1st February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Four years on, Myanmar and its continuing nightmare
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
A pragmatic picture: Economic Survey
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
India is heading into a middle income trap
Waste Management – SWM Rules, EWM Rules, etc
Supreme Court (SC) bans Manual Scavenging in 6 cities in a writ petition
Wetland Conservation
Four new sites to get Ramsar Tag
Pharma Sector – Drug Pricing, NPPA, FDC, Generics, etc.
Cannabis Cultivation in India
Nuclear Energy
China’s Artificial Sun creates Record in Fusion Research
Urban Floods
In news: Palar River
CIVIL SERVICES REFORMS : Can Indic Principles address the modern governance challenges ?
Note4Students: India’s civil services, long considered the “steel frame” of governance, are now under increased scrutiny for their ability to… Continue reading CIVIL SERVICES REFORMS : Can Indic Principles address the modern governance challenges ?
31st January
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Sri Lanka
[31st January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: An opportunity to settle Sri Lanka’s ethnic problem
Oil and Gas Sector – HELP, Open Acreage Policy, etc.
Cabinet approves Mechanism for procurement of ethanol by Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) under EBP Programme
Disasters and Disaster Management – Sendai Framework, Floods, Cyclones, etc.
The science is clear, crowd disasters are preventable
Microfinance Story of India
India approves Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSME manufacturers
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
[pib] E-Shram Microsites & Occupational Shortage Index (OSI)
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
MoEFCC approves Reconstruction of Teesta Dam despite Safety Concerns
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Asteroid Bennu Samples hold Secrets of Life’s Origins
The Crisis In The Middle East
Places in news: Kurdistan Region
The Real Impact of Cash Transfers: What’s Working and What Needs Fixing?
Why This? If you’re gearing up for the UPSC exam, you’ve probably read a lot about cash transfer schemes and… Continue reading The Real Impact of Cash Transfers: What’s Working and What Needs Fixing?
30th January
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
[30th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Bridge the milk divide for a nutritionally secure India
Government Budgets
How can the Budget arrest growth decline?
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
ISRO’s 100th launch: why this is significant?
Agricultural Sector and Marketing Reforms – eNAM, Model APMC Act, Eco Survey Reco, etc.
Only a radical policy shift can lift farmers from widespread distress
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
[pib] DGFT launches enhanced eCoO 2.0 System
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
Why Greenland’s crystal blue lakes have turned brown?
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
Labrys portucalensis F11
Fertilizer Sector reforms – NBS, bio-fertilizers, Neem coating, etc.
Organophosphate Poisoning in J&K
[Burning Issues] Indian State of Forests Report: Growing Green or Losing Ground?
NOTE4STUDENTS: Among the topics that often get overlooked, biodiversity and forest conservation are crucial for GS Paper 3 but tend… Continue reading [Burning Issues] Indian State of Forests Report: Growing Green or Losing Ground?
29th January
Government Budgets
[29th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The Budget pipeline and India’s foreign policy ambitions
“One Nation, One Time” in the country
Why meteorologists are comparing Storm Eowyn to a bomb?
Child Rights – POSCO, Child Labour Laws, NAPC, etc.
Substantive equality in child marriage laws
Coronavirus – Disease, Medical Sciences Involved & Preventive Measures
What is Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)?
Places in News: Sudan’s Darfur Region
Rythu Bharosa Scheme
Foreign Policy Watch: India-ASEAN
Mapping: Lao PDR
[Burning Issue] Need for Judicial Code of Conduct
PYQs Anchoring: Microthemes: Judiciary A Hon’ble Judge of of the Allahabad High Court made comments against a community at an… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Need for Judicial Code of Conduct
28th January
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
[28th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Getting drunk, on homoeopathy
Should Governors be Chancellors of State Universities?
Government Budgets
The Union Budget as a turning point for climate action
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
Why Bombay HC said use of loudspeakers is not essential to religion?
Pension Reforms
Centre notifies Unified Pension Scheme for Government Staff
Earth’s magnetic North Pole is shifting toward Siberia
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Andhra Pradesh’s Etikoppaka Toys
Wetland Conservation
Indore and Udaipur earn global recognition for ‘Wetland Conservation’ Efforts
[Burning Issue] “Crimes Against Humanity” Treaty & India’s Stance
Note4Students: As aspirants prepare for the UPSC GS Paper 2 and explore topics related to international organizations, it’s essential to… Continue reading [Burning Issue] “Crimes Against Humanity” Treaty & India’s Stance
27th January
[27th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Genocide and the world’s averted gaze
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
How has India revised obesity parameters?
Foreign Policy Watch: India-ASEAN
India with Indonesia
Capital Markets: Challenges and Developments
SEBI proposes sachetization of mutual funds to boost financial inclusion
Inland Waterways
IWAI sets up new Regional Office at Varanasi
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
Rakhigarhi is giving us more clues on Saraswati River
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
What is Stargardt Disease?
[Burning Issue] Grassroots Empowerment: Why ULG Elections Matter ?
Note4Students: You’ve likely read about local governance and its evolution, but have you thought about its real impact? Most discussions… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Grassroots Empowerment: Why ULG Elections Matter ?
25th January
Death Penalty Abolition Debate
Clamour for death penalty for R G Kar convict is self-defeating
Foundational values, the journey of the Indian state
Waste Management – SWM Rules, EWM Rules, etc
With 7 fresh members from Africa, Global Plastic Action Partnership expands to 25 countries: WEF
NITI Aayog’s Assessment
NITI Aayog releases Fiscal Health Index, 2025
Innovation Ecosystem in India
India to launch first Human Underwater Submersible (Deep-Sea Manned Vehicle)
Horticulture, Floriculture, Commercial crops, Bamboo Production – MIDH, NFSM-CC, etc.
India becomes largest importer of Tea from Kenya
Water Management – Institutional Reforms, Conservation Efforts, etc.
In news: Vaigai River
[25th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: At 75, constitutional justice and personal liberty
PYQ Relevance:Q) ‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the doctrine… Continue reading [25th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: At 75, constitutional justice and personal liberty
24th January
Electoral Reforms In India
A grey birthday for the Election Commission of India
Poverty Eradication – Definition, Debates, etc.
Is poverty being underestimated in India?
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
Union cabinet extends National Health Mission for another 5 years
In news: Pangsau Pass
GI(Geographical Indicator) Tags
Commerce Ministry sets a target of 10000 GI tags by 2030
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
What is Keeling Curve?
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
[pib] Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
[24th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s winding road to ‘#EndTB’
PYQ Relevance:Q) The increase in life expectancy in the country has led to newer health challenges in the community. What… Continue reading [24th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s winding road to ‘#EndTB’
23rd January
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
[23rd January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: China’s moves must recast India’s critical minerals push
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Pakistan
Why Neutral Expert’s decision on Indus Water Treaty is a win for India?
Health Sector – UHC, National Health Policy, Family Planning, Health Insurance, etc.
Is the government encouraging ‘crosspathy’?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Breakthrough
What is U.S.’s new rule for exporting AI chips?
Industrial Sector Updates – Industrial Policy, Ease of Doing Business, etc.
[pib] Diamond Imprest Authorization (DIA) Scheme
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
Jawaharlal Nehru Port
Indian Missile Program Updates
Pinaka Rocket Systems
ISRO Missions and Discoveries
Mission SCOT
[23rd January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: China’s moves must recast India’s critical minerals push
PYQ Relevance: Q) Discuss the multi-dimensional implications of uneven distribution of mineral oil in the world. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s… Continue reading [23rd January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: China’s moves must recast India’s critical minerals push
22nd January
Uniform Civil Code: Triple Talaq debate, Polygamy issue, etc.
Uttarakhand Cabinet approves Uniform Civil Code Manual
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
Under Trump, US withdraws from WHO: Impact, what this means for India
Foreign Policy Watch: India – EU
India outlines 6-board principles to boost economic ties with EU
Urban Transformation – Smart Cities, AMRUT, etc.
What is the status of the Smart Cities Mission?
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
In news: Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
Species in news: Indian Bison (Gaur)
Judicial Reforms
Doctrine of Merger
Horticulture, Floriculture, Commercial crops, Bamboo Production – MIDH, NFSM-CC, etc.
National Turmeric Board
[22nd January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Trump 2.0 as disruptor of the global legal order
PYQ Relevance: Q) The broader aims and objectives of WTO are to manage and promote international trade in the era… Continue reading [22nd January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Trump 2.0 as disruptor of the global legal order
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