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Renewable Energy in India: Achieving 50% Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity
India achieves 50% renewable energy capacity five years ahead of schedule, setting a global model for sustainability. India has achieved a milestone in its energy transformation, with 50% of its installed electrical capacity now coming from non-fossil fuel sources. This achievement puts the nation five years ahead of its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the…
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UPSC Mains Exam Schedule 2025 Released, Check PDF
UPSC Mains Exam Schedule 2025 is released on official website of UPSC. It has detailed timetable for the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2025. Aspirants preparing for one of India’s most prestigious competitive examinations can now plan their final preparation and revision strategy as per the released schedule. The examination will commence on 22nd August 2025…
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Understanding the Rajya Sabha: India’s Upper House and Presidential Nominations
The President of India has recently nominated four distinguished individuals to the Rajya Sabha, filling existing vacancies in the Upper House under Article 80 (1)(a) of the Constitution. The recent nomination of four distinguished individuals to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India has brought India’s Upper House into the spotlight. These appointments, as…
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Role of Culture and Diplomacy in Building International Relations
Soft power rooted in culture does not coerce; it invites. And that invitation can reshape the world. In the high-stakes world of international relations, we often picture stern-faced diplomats in conference halls, navigating treaties and sanctions. We think of military power and economic leverage—the “hard power” that visibly shapes global events. But what if the…
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India’s Aviation Safety: Examining Regulatory Mechanisms and Reform Pathways After the Air India Flight Crash
The AAIB investigation into the Air India plane crash represents a critical moment for Indian aviation safety protocols. The recent AAIB (Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau) report on the Air India plane crash of flight AI-171 has brought aviation safety to the forefront of national discourse. The preliminary findings, citing potential cockpit confusion and engine shutdowns…
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World Population Day 2025: India’s Demographic Crossroads
World Population Day, observed annually on July 11th, serves as a global platform to raise awareness about critical population issues. July 11th marks World Population Day. The date that has gained significance since 1989 when the United Nations established it to spotlight critical population issues. This year’s theme is “Empowering young people to create the…
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India’s message for Global South in Namibia: Building Together, Not Competing
India’s Prime Minister highlighted India’s approach towards global diplomacy and South-South cooperation in his address at the Namibian Parliament in July 2025. Standing before the Namibian Parliament, the PM of India articulated a vision that has been reshaping international relations: “With Africa, we seek not to compete, but to cooperate. Our goal is to build…
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Dynamics of Civil Protest: Analysing the Bharat Bandh
On July 9, 2025, Bharat Bandh, led by a coalition of 10 central trade unions, confronted the socio-economic issues facing India. Empty streets, shops and factories shut in major parts of the country— this is how ‘Bharat Bandh’ is often seen. However, it often reflects a larger moment of collective pause, signalling organised dissent, public…
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UPSC Optional Geography Paper-2 for Mains 2025: Your Smart Strategy Guide
The UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination holds great importance, with the optional subject contributing 500 marks, split between Paper I and Paper II. Geography Optional syllabus of Paper-2 plays a vital role in this, and excelling in it can significantly impact your overall score and ranking. In UPSC mains, to score well in Geography Paper-2,…
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UPSC Optional PSIR for Mains 2025: Smart Strategy for Paper 1 (Section B)
The UPSC Civil Services Mains examination stands as a fundamental and high-stakes component of the UPSC Civil Services Exam, collectively contributing a substantial 1750 marks. Within this, the optional subject for UPSC holds particular significance, accounting for a notable 500 marks. This crucial 500-mark segment is further divided across two distinct papers: Paper I and…