1. She Too(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – Governance, Issues Relating to Women’s Safety and JusticeGS1 – Social Issues: Gender, Vulnerable SectionsGS4 – Ethics: Accountability, Institutional Responsibility Context The editorial discusses the tragic incident of a college student in Balasore, Odisha, who committed suicide after reporting sexual harassment by a professor. Despite…
1. Ministry confirms India’s leadership in clean energy discoveries: Minister Pralhad Joshi visits National Centre for Photovoltaic Research and Education (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), July, 16, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 — Energy: Sources, Development & Distribution Context The Minister of New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, visited the National Centre for Photovoltaic…
Q1) Discuss the significance of India’s engagement at the SCO in addressing terrorism and regional security challenges. (GS Paper 2, 10 Marks, 150 Words) Answer: Introduction India’s recent diplomatic engagement at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) reflects its strategic focus on combating terrorism and ensuring regional security. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s meeting with Chinese…
1. Services exports cut India’s trade deficit by 9.4% in Q1 Source – Page 1 & 10, The Hindu UPSC IAS Edition Topic: GS3 – Economy (External Sector, Trade Policy) Context India’s overall trade deficit narrowed by 9.4% to $20.3 billion in the first quarter of FY 2025-26, largely due to an 11% surge in…
1. Happy homecoming for Shukla, three other astronauts after 18 days in space Source: The Hindu, Page 4 , july 16, 2025 Topic: GS Paper 3: Science & Technology – Space Technology Context Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns from the Axiom-4 mission, a precursor to India’s Gaganyaan. Content: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla was part of…
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially announced its latest recruitment under Advertisement No.: A-5/E-1/2025. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to become Assistant Teachers (LT Grade) in government secondary schools. The UPPSC Teacher Vacancy 2025 includes a massive 7466 posts for both male and female candidates across various subjects. UPPSC…
1. Easing food prices drive inflation down Source – Page 1, The Hindu Delhi Edition Topic: GS Paper 3 – Economy – Inflation Context Shashi Tharoor, in this opinion piece, discusses the growing importance of a strategic partnership between India and Europe in a fragmented and multipolar world. He argues that India-Europe ties offer a unique…
1. Income Tax Department cracks down on bogus claims of deductions & exemptions (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), July, 15, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy: Tax Administration Context The Income Tax Department has launched a nation‑wide verification drive to curb organized tax evasion linked to fraudulent claims of deductions and exemptions…
Topic: GS 2 – Indian Polity: Fundamental Rights Context The Supreme Court on Monday observed that the right to free speech is increasingly being abused on social media, calling for self-restraint and possible regulation. The court emphasised that freedom of speech comes with reasonable restrictions under the Constitution and warned against its misuse to create…
