New platform helped with faster update of turnout trends
What Is ECINET? Relevance : GS (Elections -Reforms) Key Functional Improvements Impact of ECINET Broader Significance When cities have trees that don’t belong, the birds notice Urban Heat and Biodiversity Decline Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Bird Diversity Findings from the Study Tree Cover: Quality Matters More Than Quantity Problems with Tree Plantation Drives What Should […]
Should the method of counting caste change?
Structure of the Upcoming Census (2026–27) Relevance : GS 2(Governance , Social Issues) Why Caste Enumeration? Key Gaps in Existing Census Design Data Quality & Interpretation Issues Household Linkage Problem Missed Analytical Opportunities Need to Make Census Leaner Way Forward for Policy Use
Maritime body sounds alarm on order to retire ‘old’ ships
Context : Relevance : GS 2(Governance ),GS 3(Infrastructure ,Transport) Key Concerns Raised by IMF Global Context & Contradictions Implications for India Policy Suggestions
India breaks into top 100 in global SDG rankings
Context : India’s Performance in 2025 SDG Index Relevance : GS 2(Governance ) , GS 3(SDG) Comparative Regional Rankings About the SDG Index Global Trends and Concerns Top Performers
SC’s three-year Bar experience rule for judge exam triggers concern
What Did the Supreme Court Rule? Court’s Justification Concerns and Criticisms Raised Review petitioners argue the change: Access and Certification Issues Shetty Commission Debate Arguments for Reform and Phased Implementation Petitioners suggest: Larger Questions Raised
Hindi English top choice as medium of instruction for Class 10 12 exams
Key Findings from Education Ministry Analysis Relevance : GS 2(Education , Governance) Regional Language Preference: Limited but Present Class 10 Pass Rates: Below National Average in Some Languages High Performing Regional Mediums in Class 10 Class 12 Pass Rates: Notable Differences by Language Switch from Regional to English Medium Equity and Quality Concerns Policy Implications
Why India should address its propulsion gap
Historical Context: HF-24 Marut’s Engine Failure Relevance : GS 3(Technology ),GS 2(Governance ) Kaveri Engine: Persistent Challenges Operational Setbacks Due to Foreign Delays Stalled Engine Transfer Deals Wider Dependence Beyond Air Force Strategic & Economic Implications Need for Strategic Vision Conclusion: Autonomy is Non-Negotiable
Chandigarh tops school education index, Meghalaya comes last
What is PGI 2.0? Relevance : GS 2(Education , Governance) Top Performer Bottom Rung Overall Trends Grading Distribution Notable Improvements Areas of Concern Key Takeaways
India launches Operation Sindhu, evacuates 110 students from Iran
Operation Sindhu – India’s Evacuation Response Relevance : GS 2(Governance ) , GS 3(Disaster Management) Who Were Evacuated? Diplomatic Coordination Stranded Pilgrims Still Await Assistance Context: Israel–Iran Conflict Escalation India’s Crisis Response Capacity Strategic & Humanitarian Significance Key Takeaway Operation Sindhu demonstrates India’s agile evacuation strategy, but highlights the need for broader crisis communication, particularly for non-student evacuees. […]
ED officials are evolving by expanding their powers day by day
Issue at Core Relevance : GS 2(Separation of Powers), GS 4(Ethics – Probity ,Transparency) Judicial Concerns Legal & Constitutional Principles Governance & Accountability Angle Quick Revision on ED: Enforcement Directorate (ED) – Key Points Major Laws Administered Functions Powers under PMLA