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Revisiting the legacy of Swadeshi movement amid Trump’s tariff tiradeSubscriber Only
August 7, 2025 12:24 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Swadeshi call harks back to the Swadeshi movement of 1905-1911. But what were the main reasons behind the emergence of the Swadeshi movement, and how did it evolve into the broader call for Swaraj?
UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 2: Questions on ICJ’s ruling on the Kyoto Protocol and State Reorganisation Commission (Week 114)Subscriber Only
August 12, 2025 10:35 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2025? 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 | RBI Digital Payments Index: A must-know for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only
August 7, 2025 10:57 IST
What does the recently released composite Reserve Bank of India – Digital Payments Index (RBI-DPI) say about the status of digital payments in India? What is Unified Payments Interface (UPI), and how did it change the mode of money transaction in the country? Here's what you need to know.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on NITI Aayog, Secretariat of Parliament and more (Week 122)Subscriber Only
August 12, 2025 10:35 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Polity and Governance.
Was Hiroshima a show of strength meant to shape future order? Subscriber Only
August 6, 2025 08:40 IST
August 6 marks the 80th anniversary of the US atomic bombing of Japan during WWII. But even eight decades later, Hiroshima is not just about the past. It continues to shape how we think about the future – about war, peace, and power.
UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 3 : Questions on spacecraft splashdown and renewable energy (Week 114)Subscriber Only
August 12, 2025 10:36 IST
UPSC Mains GS 3: Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2025-2026? Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions on spacecraft splashdown and renewable energy. Thought process and answer structure included. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.
UPSC Mains 2025 Revision Checklist: Top 15 Polity and Governance topics aspirants shouldn’t missSubscriber Only
August 21, 2025 18:29 IST
UPSC CSE Mains 2025: Polity and Governance pose a real challenge in Mains, especially when it comes to linking the static syllabus with current affairs — it all comes down to solid revision. With the Mains set to start from August 22, are these topics on your checklist? Take a quick look.
Knowledge Nugget | Pralay and Akash Prime missiles: Why are they relevant for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only
August 7, 2025 09:59 IST
DRDO recently carried out back-to-back successful tests of the quasi-ballistic missile Pralay. Earlier, Akash Prime was successfully tested in Ladakh on July 16. What makes these missiles significant? Here's what you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know the difference between ballistic missiles and cruise missiles.
Why concerns about SO₂ emissions, a major air pollutant, keep recurring Subscriber Only
August 5, 2025 12:29 IST
The government has eased sulphur emission rules for coal power plants, which has reignited concerns about its environmental impact. But how SO₂ emissions affect both air quality and human health.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise static quiz: History and Culture MCQs on Project PARI, Lentina Ao, Piprahwa relics and more (Week 120)Subscriber Only
August 4, 2025 17:29 IST
UPSC CSE Prelims MCQs: Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims? Try the daily UPSC Essentials quiz on History and Culture, featuring questions with detailed explanations and references.
Knowledge Nugget | India-Philippines first bilateral naval exercise in the South China Sea: Why it matters for the UPSC ExamSubscriber Only
August 7, 2025 10:00 IST
India and the Philippines launched a two-day naval drill near the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. What’s this exercise about? Why does the South China Sea matter? Here’s all you need to know. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to learn about India’s key maritime strategies.
UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | July 28 to August 3, 2025Subscriber Only
August 7, 2025 10:48 IST
NISAR, Ramsar COP15, FIDE Women’s World Cup, Ring of Fire, Kamchatka Peninsula and more — Here are some must-read weekly current affairs tidbits for UPSC, state PSCs, and other competitive examinations.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on African Union, Khmer Kingdom and more (Week 121)Subscriber Only
August 12, 2025 10:36 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on International Relations.
UPSC Ethics Simplified: Why is work-life balance vital for a healthy work culture?Subscriber Only
August 6, 2025 17:56 IST
UPSC Ethics Paper: Why are work-life balance and leadership’s role in fostering a healthy, productive, and humane work culture essential for work ethics? Ethicist Nanditesh Nilay discusses.
Knowledge Nugget: Global Report on Food Crises 2025 — what you must-know for UPSC ExamSubscriber Only
August 5, 2025 10:06 IST
The Global Report on Food Crises 2025 is out. It highlights that in 2024, over 295 million people across 53 countries and territories faced acute hunger. What does this mean? What are the major takeaways? Here's a quick explainer. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the Global Hunger Index 2024.
The world this week | India stays pragmatic amid Trump’s tirade; US moves N-Subs closer to Russia; Canada to recognise Palestinian stateSubscriber Only
August 3, 2025 10:08 IST
From India remaining committed to protecting ‘national interest’ amid Trump’s tariff blitzkrieg and “penalty” for energy imports from Russia, to the US moving nuclear submarines closer to Moscow, and parts of the West putting pressure on Israel by recognising the statehood of Palestine, while experts warn of “worst-case scenario of famine” unfolding in Gaza, a lot has happened in the world this week.
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | July 27 to August 02, 2025Subscriber Only
August 6, 2025 17:58 IST
Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top 15 questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers along with explanations.
Knowledge Nugget | Why is the election of the Vice-President important for your UPSC exam?Subscriber Only
September 9, 2025 12:06 IST
Vice President Election Process in India: The members of both the Houses of Parliament will vote to elect the country’s next Vice President on Tuesday (September 9). While the ruling NDA has fielded Maharashtra Governor C P Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the post, the Opposition has former Supreme Court judge B Sudershan Reddy as its nominee. Connecting this topic to basics - What is the process of electing the Vice-President, and how is it different from the election of the President?
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Zojila tunnel, endemic species to the Brahmaputra floodplain and more (Week 121)Subscriber Only
August 6, 2025 11:55 IST
Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Environment and Geography.
Art and Culture with Devdutt Pattanaik | How buffalo is integral to India’s cultural imaginationSubscriber Only
August 2, 2025 07:16 IST
While cows are usually revered in India, buffaloes play a vital role in the country’s economic ecosystem, art, and cultural practices. But how are buffaloes associated with Jain and Hindu mythologies, and the folk goddesses of the Deccan region?
UPSC Essentials | Mains answer practice — GS 1 : Questions on generation of tsunamis by earthquakes and hazard of flash floods (Week 113)Subscriber Only
August 6, 2025 11:50 IST
UPSC CSE Mains 2025: Are you preparing for Civil Services Exam? Here are questions from GS paper 1 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: Why Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Non-Cooperation Movement matter for UPSC prepSubscriber Only
August 12, 2025 15:11 IST
UPSC Current Affairs: August 1 marks the 105th death anniversary of Bal Gangadhar Tilak. In today’s Knowledge Nugget, learn about his contribution to the freedom struggle. In ‘Beyond the Nugget’, explore the Non-Cooperation Movement, which also began on this date.
UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Attempt important Economy MCQs with answers on gross NPA ratio of public sector banks, Quick commerce and more (Week 121)Subscriber Only
August 6, 2025 11:52 IST
UPSC Economy Quiz (Week 121): Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Economy.
Do Indian cities need a dedicated urban transport cadre?Subscriber Only
August 2, 2025 07:47 IST
Urban transport is not only a technical challenge but also a social, political, and environmental concern. But how do initiatives like Unified Metropolitan Transport Authorities and All India Urban and Regional Planning Service envisage reforming urban transport governance?
UPSC Issue at a Glance | Revisiting Chola dynasty and Rajendra I’s achievements: Insights into governance, society, architecture, and moreSubscriber Only
August 3, 2025 11:57 IST
PM Modi’s recent visit to Gangaikonda Cholapuram—once the Chola capital—and the launch of an exhibition on Rajendra I's northern campaign have brought the dynasty and the legacy of Rajendra I into focus. Here's what you need to know about one of the world’s longest recorded dynasties.
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