Archives for August 2025

Is the Gangotri glacier losing snow earlier than usual? Recent studies have stipulated this observation, which can have a profound impact on the water cycle in the region. Read here to learn more. A recent study published in the Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing has reconstructed … [Read more...] about Gangotri Glacier: Is the glacier losing snow earlier?

Is the U.S. Intel Stake a Shift from Free-Market Capitalism to State Capitalism? Read here to learn more about state capitalism. The recent acquisition of a 10% stake in Intel by the U.S. government has stirred debate across economic and political circles. While the stake is structured as a … [Read more...] about State Capitalism: Is U.S shifting from Free market Capitalism?

The new online gaming act 2025 is aimed at banning harmful money games while promoting e-sports and safe digital recreation. Read here to learn more. India’s digital economy is one of the fastest-growing in the world, and the online gaming industry has emerged as a key contributor. Yet, … [Read more...] about Online Gaming Act 2025

Freedom of speech and expression is a fundamental right under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India. The Supreme Court warned influencers that free speech doesn’t cover offensive commercial content, urging regulations to protect vulnerable groups. Read here to learn more. However, this … [Read more...] about Freedom of Speech: Is commercial speech protected?

India’s Integrated Air Defence Weapon System is a new Era in Multi-Layered Defence. DRDO successfully conducted the first flight tests of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) in 2025. Read here to learn more. India’s national security landscape is evolving rapidly in response to … [Read more...] about Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS)

The Indian space programme is leaping bounds with a crucial element missing- a national space law that provides a clear legal, regulatory, and commercial framework for space activities. Read here to know why India needs a National Space Law Urgently. "A nation with a strong base in science and … [Read more...] about National Space Law: Why India needs a space legislation?

Kerala has become the first state in India to achieve 100% digital literacy. India has been on a journey to bridge the digital divide among its population through various initiatives. Read here to learn more. The achievement of 100% digital literacy by Kerala stemmed from the Digi Keralam project … [Read more...] about Digital Literacy: Kerala Achieves 100% digital literacy

The electoral rolls have been at the centre of the recent election reforms and controversies. With allegations of vote theft and demand for a fair electoral process, the topic has garnered importance for UPSC aspirants as well. Read here to learn more. The Congress has alleged “vote theft” due to … [Read more...] about Electoral Rolls: What is the controversy?

India’s First Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Plant by Indian Oil Corporation is A Turning Point in Aviation Decarbonisation. Read here to learn more about SAF. The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is set to start commercial production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from used cooking oil (UCO) at … [Read more...] about Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

The Income Tax Bill 2025, a Simplified Yet Transformative Reform, seeks to replace the Income Tax Act of 1961. The parliament passed it in the ongoing monsoon session. Read here to learn more. The Income Tax Act, 1961, has been the cornerstone of India’s direct taxation system for over six … [Read more...] about Income Tax Bill 2025