Context Debate continues over the accuracy of India’s GDP estimates, with a recent 2026 working paper questioning methodology despite recent official revisions. Source: India’s GDP… Read More »India’s GDP Measurement Debate
Context Digital platforms, networks, and software are increasingly reshaping the structure of work, moving employment away from traditional workplaces. Source: From ‘McJobs’ to algorithms, the… Read More »Digital Labour And The Changing Nature Of Work In India
Context BRICS is emerging as an important platform for science, technology, and innovation (STI) cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions and techno-nationalism. Source: On scientific collaborations… Read More »BRICS Scientific Collaboration And STI Cooperation
Context India’s recent diplomatic engagement in West Asia has generated debate amid evolving geopolitical tensions and shifting regional dynamics. Source: India’s West Asia reset, more… Read More »India’s West Asia Policy Reset
Context The WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14) is scheduled in Yaoundé, Cameroon from March 26–29, 2026. It takes place at a time when global trade is… Read More »WTO Reform And MC14 In Cameroon
Context A UN report on child mortality highlights a global decline in under-five deaths. It also notes a slowdown in progress since 2015, while India… Read More »Child Mortality Trends: Global Slowdown And India’s Progress
India’s Carbon Credit Plan Context The Union Budget 2026 announced a ₹20,000 crore carbon credit programme. This has created confusion over whether the scheme is… Read More »Carbon Credit Programme: CCUS vs Agriculture Debate
Electrification Of Cooking In India Context India’s cooking energy landscape is under pressure due to rising LPG import costs and affordability issues. The article examines… Read More »Daily Newspaper Notes: March 17, 2026
Q1. With reference to India’s nuclear energy strategy as discussed in recent policy developments, consider the following statements: 1. India’s planned expansion to 100 GWe nuclear… Read More »UPSC Prelims Quiz: March 17, 2026
India’s Nuclear Energy Transition And Thorium Pathway Context The SHANTI Act 2025 marks a major shift in India’s atomic energy programme by opening participation to… Read More »Daily Newspaper Notes: March 16, 2026