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GS-III refers to the General Studies Paper III in the Civil Services Examination. It covers topics such as Indian economy, agriculture, and environment. This paper assesses candidates' understanding of various socio-economic issues. It also includes disaster management and security challenges. Mastery of GS-III is essential for effective governance. Candidates must stay updated on current affairs and policies related to these subjects.

Childhood Obesity Crisis in India and Worldwide

Recent data from the World Obesity Atlas 2026 reveals a sharp rise in childhood obesity in India and globally. Nearly 15 million Indian children aged 5 to 9...

 March 6, 2026

Strategic Importance of Strait of Hormuz in 2026 Crisis

The Strait of Hormuz has become a global flashpoint in 2026. Following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared the strait effectively...

 March 6, 2026

India’s Fertility Transition and Demographic Changes

India’s population growth concerns have shifted dramatically by 2026. Once feared for rapid fertility rates, India now experiences a sharp decline in birth rates. Recent health surveys show...

 March 6, 2026

India’s Critical Minerals Role In Green Energy Transition

The global shift to green energy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creating an unprecedented demand for critical minerals. These minerals include copper, lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements....

 March 6, 2026

Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 and Power Sector Reform

The Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, is set to be introduced in Parliament during the Budget session. It aims to reform India’s power distribution sector by improving financial health...

 March 5, 2026

Global Climate Finance Trends and Challenges 2026

Recent reports show a surge in global climate finance, reaching nearly $2 trillion in 2023. This growth is largely driven by private sector investments, particularly in mitigation efforts....

 March 5, 2026

Disruption at Strait of Hormuz and India’s Energy Security

Recent tensions in the Gulf region have heightened concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) sent warnings of...

 March 4, 2026

Cassava Brown Streak Disease and Threat to African Crops

Cassava Brown Streak Disease (CBSD) is a viral disease causing root rot in cassava. It poses a serious threat to food security in sub-Saharan Africa. Cassava is a...

 March 4, 2026

India Temporarily Halts Rice Fortification Under PMGKAY

The Government of India has recently decided to temporarily suspend the fortification of rice distributed under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and other welfare schemes....

 March 2, 2026

India-Bhutan Cooperation on Trans-Boundary Rivers Advances

Recent developments in February 2026 saw India and Bhutan strengthen their partnership on managing shared river resources. Shri V. L. Kantha Rao, Secretary of the Department of Water...

 March 2, 2026

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