Astrosat, India’s first space observatory, completes a decade among the stars
Context Relevance: Technical Specifications & Payloads Collaborative & Institutional Framework Key Scientific Contributions Operational & Policy Insights Implications
Analysing Indian States’ macro-fiscal health
Context Relevance: Revenue Generation & Vertical Imbalance Borrowing & Debt Patterns The Welfare Paradox Policy & Governance Implications
Study finds the Ganga river is drying faster than in 1,300 years
Context Relevance: Research Methodology Key Drivers of Drying Socio-Economic Implications Policy & Governance Dimensions Implications Conclusion
Culture meets commerce at Kolkata’s Durga Puja
Cultural Significance Relevance: Economic Dimensions Governance & Policy Dimensions Social & Political Significance Environmental & Urban Challenges Conclusion
Karur Stampede (Tamil Nadu)
Context Relevance: Causes & Contributing Factors Pattern in India & Globally Governance & Institutional Dimensions Ethical & Social Considerations Way Forward
Current Affairs 29 September 2025
Content Karur Stampede (Tamil Nadu) Context Relevance: Causes & Contributing Factors Pattern in India & Globally Governance & Institutional Dimensions Ethical & Social Considerations Way Forward Culture meets commerce at Kolkata’s Durga Puja Cultural Significance Relevance: Economic Dimensions Governance & Policy Dimensions Social & Political Significance Environmental & Urban Challenges Conclusion Study finds the Ganga […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 September 2025
Content An avoidable tragedy What happened? Relevance: Practice Questions: Core Issues Identified Editorial’s Stand Counter-Arguments Broader Dimensions Way Forward Major Stampede Incidents in India (2025) Karur, Tamil Nadu – Political Rally (September 27) Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh – Maha Kumbh Mela (January 29) New Delhi Railway Station (February 15) Bengaluru – RCB IPL 2025 Trophy Parade […]
PIB Summaries 29 September 2025
Content The Indian Ports Act, 2025 What the Act Is ? Relevance : Why Ports Matter ? Institutional Innovations Key Functional Reforms Sustainability & Safety Mandates Data-Driven Performance (2013–14 vs 2024–25) (Source: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways) Strategic Significance Comparative Edge (Pre-2025 vs Post-2025 Framework) Dimension Indian Ports Act, 1908 (Old) Indian Ports Act, […]
The India-EU Strategic Agenda
Background and Context Relevance : Economy & Trade Global Connectivity Emerging Technologies Security & Defence People-to-People Ties Strategic Takeaways
Govt. survey on R&D in India gets weak response from private sector
What’s Happening ? Relevance : Why It’s in the News ? Survey Methodology Key Findings ? Policy Implications Contextual Analysis Challenges Way Forward