Why is the commissioning of INS Nistar relevant to the UPSC exam? What is the significance of topics such as the Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), Justice Verma’s removal, chronic venous insufficiency, and stablecoins on both the Preliminary and Main…

From India refuting sanctions threats by the US and NATO to a thaw in the country’s ties with China, and Russia brushing off EU sanctions against its energy industry to Hamas claiming Israel rejected a Gaza ceasefire proposal, a lot has happened in the world…

Non-fossil fuels now make up 50.1% of India’s installed power capacity—five years ahead of the target. Let’s understand this key UPSC current affairs topic by linking it with relevant static concepts in a simplified way. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know…

Despite being responsible for managing nutritional needs of their families, women are often the ones who eat less and last. Overnutrition is also exposing them to heightened risk of diseases like diabetes and hypertension. But how well do nutrition-related…

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…

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.

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?…

Brahmi is the mother of most scripts found across Southeast Asia, which spread with Buddhism. But why is it a unique script, different from the Latin alphabet and the Semitic script?

Like every year, Delhi-NCR is gasping for breath as Air Quality Index (AQI) slips to the ‘severe’ category, prompting the imposition of GRAP III. But what exactly is GRAP? And what more needs to be done beyond it to combat air pollution? Here’s all you need…

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026: Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions by following the thought process. Do not miss points to ponder and related previous year questions.

At COP30, India expressed its full support for multilateralism, equity and climate justice. How does India view the role of the UNFCCC, the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement in shaping global climate action?

In addition to being a nutritional intervention, the PM POSHAN scheme plays a crucial role in promoting educational access, social equity, and overall child development. How can nutrition awareness among schoolchildren further support these objectives, and…

In a landmark move, the government has finally implemented the four Labour Codes on 21st November. Why were they introduced, what are their key features, and how will they impact workers, employers, formalisation and jobs? Here’s all you need to know — with…

As Africa undergoes a dramatic geological shift that may one day split the continent in two, here’s everything you need to know — from Earth’s interior and continental drift to the theory of plate tectonics. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the…

The rise of women-centred cash transfers reveals two truths at once: women have finally moved to the centre of welfare policy, and states are committing to them even when finances are tight. However, as such commitments expand, a question emerges: can welfare…

UPSC Current Affairs Environment: The government will establish a first-of-its-kind National Coral Reef Research Institute in South Andaman. But what are corals, why are coral reefs vital, and what is coral bleaching? Here's all you need to know. Also, go…

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026: Sharpen your Mains answer-writing skills with GS-3 questions by following the thought process. Do not miss points to ponder and related previous year questions.

The debate on electoral reforms, which will be held in the Lok Sabha on December 9 and 10, draws attention to some important questions: How do the Constitution of India and statutory institutions delegate electoral functions and responsibilities among various…

The growing integration of the world saw countries increasingly rely on multilateral institutions to address shared problems like trade, climate change, conflicts, and migration. But what is multilateralism? Why does it appear to stand at a crossroads today? 

From AI basics and global diplomacy to New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, India’s MANAV vision, major initiatives, and emerging concerns, let us decode the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in this week's UPSC Issue at a Glance for your UPSC Prelims and Mains.