Green Competition
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development GS 3

Green Competition

India is making strides in green steel technology by establishing a consortium that includes research labs, IITs, steelmakers, and equipment manufacturers.

Disinformation, AI and ‘cyber chakravyuh’
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis GS 3 Security

Disinformation, AI and ‘cyber chakravyuh’

The article highlights 2024’s rising security risks from AI and cyberattacks.

Great Nicobar Island (GNI) Infrastructure Project
Posted in Mains C A Conservation Environment GS 3

Great Nicobar Island (GNI) Infrastructure Project

Recently, the high-powered committee (HPC) established by the National Green Tribunal in 2023 submitted its reports to the bench, revisiting the green clearance for the Great Nicobar Island (GNI) infrastructure project.

On monetary policy and financial markets
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis GS 3

On monetary policy and financial markets

Recent rapid changes in global markets are driven by central banks’ efforts to tackle inflation and sluggish economic activity through interest rate adjustments.

Social Costs of Vulture Decline
Posted in Mains C A Conservation Environment GS 3

Social Costs of Vulture Decline

A recent study has uncovered a significant connection between the decline of vultures in India and the resulting human health crisis.

A closer look at beefing up Jammu’s counter-terror grid
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis GS 3 Security

A closer look at beefing up Jammu’s counter-terror grid

The Jammu region is experiencing a rise in terrorist activity.

Woody Encroachments in Grasslands
Posted in Mains C A Conservation Environment GS 3

Woody Encroachments in Grasslands

A study published in ‘Global Change Biology’ discovered that the rise in tree cover within savannahs and grasslands has resulted in a decline of over 20% in native grassland bird populations, especially in the African Savannah.

The social benefits of stock market speculation
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis GS 3

The social benefits of stock market speculation

Budget 2024-25 raised taxes on both short-term and long-term capital gains from stock market investments

Coastal Erosion
Posted in Mains C A Conservation Environment GS 3

Coastal Erosion

A recent study has found that coastal erosion is endangering the livelihoods of fishers and other residents in coastal Tamil Nadu.

Balancing competition and sustainability for India
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis GS 3

Balancing competition and sustainability for India

This article examines how market dynamics, sustainability, and competition policies intersect, focusing on the impact of climate change on supply and demand.

Ransomware
Posted in Mains C A GS 3 Science and Technology Security

Ransomware Attacks in India

A recent ransomware attack has significantly disrupted the operations of around 150-200 cooperative banks and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in India.

Geothermal Energy in India
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development GS 3

Geothermal Energy in India

The Minister of New and Renewable Energy has emphasized that the Indian government is actively engaged in extensive exploration of potential geothermal sites across the country and is also focused on developing pilot plants.