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Polymer Currency in India: RBI's Plastic Banknotes Plan Explained
Economy

Polymer Currency in India: RBI's Plastic Banknotes Plan Explained

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra confirmed evaluation of polymer (plastic) currency notes. Explores history, comparison with paper notes, global adoption and challenges.

Jun 08, 2026 9 min read Read
Fuel Crisis in India: Causes, Impact, and the Way Forward
Economy

Fuel Crisis in India: Causes, Impact, and the Way Forward

India imports ~85% of crude oil needs. Rising global prices, geopolitical tensions and increasing demand are fuelling the crisis. EVs and renewables are the way forward.

Jun 09, 2026 7 min read Read
8th Pay Commission in India: What Government Employees Need to Know
Economy

8th Pay Commission in India: What Government Employees Need to Know

Constituted Nov 2025 under Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai. Will review salaries, pensions and allowances for ~50 lakh employees and ~60 lakh pensioners.

Jun 09, 2026 6 min read Read
Artificial Intelligence (AI): Transforming the Future of Humanity
Technology

Artificial Intelligence (AI): Transforming the Future of Humanity

AI coined by John McCarthy in 1956. Covers types (Narrow, General, Super AI), applications in healthcare, education, banking, agriculture and India's National AI Strategy.

Jun 09, 2026 8 min read Read
America–Iran–Israel Conflict: Causes, Impact, and Global Implications
World Affairs

America–Iran–Israel Conflict: Causes, Impact, and Global Implications

Ongoing tensions rooted in the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Nuclear programme disputes, regional influence and Strait of Hormuz security affect global oil prices and trade.

Jun 09, 2026 7 min read Read
India-Bangladesh Border Fencing: Importance, Challenges and Recent Developments
Current Affairs

India-Bangladesh Border Fencing: Importance, Challenges and Recent Developments

4,096 km border — 79% fenced. West Bengal handed land to BSF (June 2026). Challenges include rivers, marshlands and land acquisition issues.

Jun 09, 2026 7 min read Read
Air Pollution in India: Causes, Impact, and Solutions
Environment

Air Pollution in India: Causes, Impact, and Solutions

Vehicles, industries and stubble burning are major causes. NCAP launched 2019, BS-VI norms, GRAP for Delhi-NCR and promotion of EVs are key government measures.

Jun 09, 2026 8 min read Read
Indian Economy: Growth, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Economy

Indian Economy: Growth, Challenges, and Future Prospects

India is the 5th largest economy globally. Covers GDP growth, sectoral composition, key challenges like inflation and unemployment, and future economic prospects.

Jun 05, 2026 8 min read Read