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Why urban development needs to be both inclusive and sustainableSubscriber Only

September 26, 2025 18:22 IST

After liberalisation, economic reforms were mostly carried out in the formal sector, sidelining the informal sector, which employed more than half of the urban population. As cities expand unevenly, informal workers face rising living costs, displacement, and greater vulnerability, creating a condition called ‘poverty paradox’.

UPSC Key: Ladakh protests, Climate action plan, and Super Typhoon RagasaSubscriber Only

September 26, 2025 13:56 IST

How is understanding the ‘time poverty’ among women relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the Ladakh Protests, the climate action plan, and Super Typhoon Ragasa have for both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for September 25, 2025.

UPSC Issue at a Glance | Nepal at the Crossroads: GenZ Protest and India-Nepal Relations

UPSC Issue at a Glance | Turmoil in Nepal: GenZ Protest and India-Nepal RelationsSubscriber Only

September 27, 2025 11:18 IST

In recent weeks, Nepal’s Gen Z protests grabbed headlines. With memes, TikTok dances, and hashtags, Nepal's Gen Z did what Gen Z does best to amplify their voices and concerns. Here's all you need to know about the protest and India-Nepal relations for your UPSC Prelims and Mains.

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Knowledge Nugget: Why is CPCB report on river pollution important for UPSC Exam?Subscriber Only

September 26, 2025 14:01 IST

UPSC current affairs: CPCB report highlights that 37 river stretches recorded BOD levels exceeding 30 mg/L, indicating severe organic pollution. What are the other key findings of the report? What factors are driving river pollution across India?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology (Week 129)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on Artemis 2 mission, applications of electromagnetic force and more (Week 129)Subscriber Only

September 30, 2025 15:16 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Science and Technology.

UPSC Key: Recognising the Palestine state, EC brings in e-sign feature, and GST 2.0Subscriber Only

September 25, 2025 15:08 IST

Why is the rollout of the ‘e-sign’ feature by Election Commission important for your UPSC exam? What significance do topics such as GST 2.0, the L-1 visa comparison with H-1B visa, and Oju hydroelectric project have for both the Preliminary and Main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for September 24, 2025.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2 (Week 121)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on Free Movement Regime and H-1B visas (Week 121)Subscriber Only

September 30, 2025 15:15 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026? Here are questions from GS paper 2 for this week with essential points as the fodder for your answers. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

Knowledge Nugget: Poona Pact — What all you need to know for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only

September 25, 2025 15:09 IST

On 24th September 1932 the Poona Pact was signed. Why did Gandhi oppose caste-based separate electorates, and what were Ambedkar’s views? Here's all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the Mahad Satyagraha and Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance (Week 129)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Article 21A, Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs and more (Week 129)Subscriber Only

September 27, 2025 15:50 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Polity and Governance.

GST 2.0 and the evolving dynamics of fiscal federalismSubscriber Only

September 24, 2025 09:52 IST

The nature of centre-state financial relations has undergone significant transformations with institutional and systemic reforms. But why have concerns over revenue sharing or borrowing restrictions often resulted in debates on fiscal federalism and autonomy?

UPSC Key: India-US relations, CPCB report on river pollution, and digital arrestSubscriber Only

September 24, 2025 12:50 IST

How is the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) report on river pollution relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the India-US relations, noise pollution, and digital arrest have for both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for September 23, 2025.

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 (Week 121)

UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on domestic agricultural protection and financial inclusion (Week 121)Subscriber Only

September 28, 2025 19:29 IST

UPSC Mains GS 3: Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026? Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions. Thought process and answer structure included. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

Knowledge Nugget: National Ayurveda Day — Why the universal calendar identity of Ayurveda matters for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only

September 25, 2025 15:09 IST

23rd September marks the 10th National Ayurveda Day. How does the fixed date for the day mark a historic shift? What are the ancient texts related to Ayurveda and government initiatives to promote it? Here's all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the recently revived rare and significant Ayurvedic manuscripts.

Could focus on Russia derail progress on EU’s new India strategy?Subscriber Only

September 23, 2025 16:03 IST

At its core, the EU’s new India strategy is based on five pillars, including trade, the green transition, and connectivity. But could linking it to issues like India’s oil purchases from Russia risk jeopardising not just the potential trade agreement but also many promising initiatives outlined in the otherwise well-thought-out strategy?

UPSC Key: New GST Rates, Sawalkote dam, and Problem with low inflationSubscriber Only

September 23, 2025 13:34 IST

How is understanding the problem with low inflation relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the Anand Marriage Act, drone commandos, and Sawalkote dam have for both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for September 22, 2025.

Knowledge Nugget: National Makhana board — A must-know for UPSC examSubscriber Only

September 23, 2025 13:33 IST

Recently Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Makhana Board in Bihar. Often called the ‘Black Diamond’, what makes Makhana so special? What is the significance of the Makhana Board? Here's what you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the National Turmeric Board.

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UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | September 15 to September 21, 2025Subscriber Only

September 26, 2025 10:57 IST

Did you miss out on important current affairs tidbits from last week? Here's a checklist of the must-know facts: learn about the H-1B visas, Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, Global Innovation Index 2025, Chabahar port, Sarnath, and more. You can also test your knowledge by solving MCQs.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on NATO Air Policing, Bagram Air Base and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 27, 2025 15:51 IST

UPSC Prelims Daily Subject MCQs: Test your knowledge with today’s UPSC Essentials quiz on International Relations — brush up for UPSC Prelims 2026.

UPSC Key: H-1B visas, President’s Rule, and Dadasaheb Phalke AwardSubscriber Only

September 22, 2025 13:53 IST

How is understanding the H-1B visa fee hike and its impact relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics like the ST status, President's Rule, and Dadasaheb Phalke Award have for both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for September 21, 2025.

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UPSC Essays Simplified : ‘Contentment is natural wealth, luxury is artificial poverty’ — Why this UPSC CSE 2025 topic isn’t just looking for answers, but for your perspectiveSubscriber Only

September 24, 2025 10:09 IST

UPSC CSE 2025 Essay Paper: What does UPSC really want from you in the topic on contentment and luxury? It challenges aspirants to go beyond surface interpretation and engage with deeper moral and ethical reasoning. But it doesn’t stop there. Check out our expert's model essay.

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | September 14 to September 20, 2025Subscriber Only

September 20, 2025 20:32 IST

UPSC Prelims Weekly Current Affairs MCQs: Kickstart your UPSC Prelims prep early—begin with current affairs for a strong foundation. Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top 10 questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.

The world this week | India’s trade talks with US, EU on track, thorny issues remain; Saudi-Pak security pact raises eyebrowsSubscriber Only

September 22, 2025 08:45 IST

From India carefully weighing the Saudi-Pakistan security agreement, to the EU adopting a new strategic agenda to elevate ties with New Delhi, and the US resuming trade talks with India, a lot has happened in the world this week.

UPSC Key: Fiscal health of states, Form-7 of Election Commission, and Silt managementSubscriber Only

September 20, 2025 18:28 IST

Why is the CAG’s report on the fiscal health of states important for your UPSC exam? What significance do topics such as the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), the process of voter deletion from electoral rolls, and the Saudi-Pak deal have for both the Preliminary and Main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for September 20, 2025.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography (Week 128)

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Chabahar port, Galathea Bay and more (Week 128)Subscriber Only

September 26, 2025 19:43 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Environment and Geography.

How India’s digital journey offers a replicable model to AfricaSubscriber Only

September 21, 2025 14:23 IST

The digital cooperation between India and Africa underscores a broader commitment to inclusive development, mutual capacity-building, and technological independence. Can joint digital innovation also drive socio-economic progress across the Global South?

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