Poverty and Developmental Issues Current Affairs for UPSC

Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Unpacking the global ‘happiness’ rankings, Pg6

World Happiness Report 2024: Finland tops, India at 118; highlights social trust, mental health, and governance for improved well-being.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

19 Nov, 2025

Unpacking the global ‘happiness’ rankings, Pg6

World Happiness Report 2024: Finland tops, India at 118; highlights social trust, mental health, and governance for improved well-being.

19 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

Swing, but do not miss, Pg6

WHO Report: India witnesses decline in TB incidence but struggles with high burden and drug resistance, missing 2025 elimination target.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector

17 Nov, 2025

Swing, but do not miss, Pg6

WHO Report: India witnesses decline in TB incidence but struggles with high burden and drug resistance, missing 2025 elimination target.

17 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

Exploited workers, a labour policy’s empty promises, Pg10

Shram Shakti Niti 2025: Labour policy faces criticism for lacking worker safeguards, risking exploitation and digital exclusion.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections E Governance

12 Nov, 2025

Exploited workers, a labour policy’s empty promises, Pg10

Shram Shakti Niti 2025: Labour policy faces criticism for lacking worker safeguards, risking exploitation and digital exclusion.

12 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Capital owners gain, workers lose: the widening wealth gap, Pg7

Global Inequality Report reveals widening wealth gap as capital owners gain while workers' wages stagnate, fueling social disparities.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

11 Nov, 2025

Capital owners gain, workers lose: the widening wealth gap, Pg7

Global Inequality Report reveals widening wealth gap as capital owners gain while workers' wages stagnate, fueling social disparities.

11 Nov, 2025

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

In free fall, Pg6

RSF's El-Fasher atrocities spark global outcry; Sudan faces potential state collapse amid ongoing civil war and humanitarian crisis.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

11 Nov, 2025

In free fall, Pg6

RSF's El-Fasher atrocities spark global outcry; Sudan faces potential state collapse amid ongoing civil war and humanitarian crisis.

11 Nov, 2025

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

Why a socialist won in the world’s financial capital, Pg7

Socialist Zohran Mamdani elected NYC Mayor, promising welfare policies amid rising costs and shifting demographics, defeating wealthier candidates.

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

10 Nov, 2025

Why a socialist won in the world’s financial capital, Pg7

Socialist Zohran Mamdani elected NYC Mayor, promising welfare policies amid rising costs and shifting demographics, defeating wealthier candidates.

10 Nov, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Breaking boundaries, Pg9

Indian women's cricket soars, overcoming societal barriers and inspiring future generations through dedication, success, and evolving support systems.

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

8 Nov, 2025

Breaking boundaries, Pg9

Indian women's cricket soars, overcoming societal barriers and inspiring future generations through dedication, success, and evolving support systems.

8 Nov, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Representation of the People's Act

Turnout bump, Pg8

Bihar witnesses impressive voter turnout in first phase of assembly elections, signaling reinvigorated democratic engagement despite electoral roll revisions.

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Representation of the People's Act

8 Nov, 2025

Turnout bump, Pg8

Bihar witnesses impressive voter turnout in first phase of assembly elections, signaling reinvigorated democratic engagement despite electoral roll revisions.

8 Nov, 2025

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

Redraw welfare architecture, place a UBI in the centre, Pg10

Experts advocate for Universal Basic Income (UBI) in India to combat inequality, automation, and welfare inefficiencies, proposing phased implementation and digital inclusion.

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

7 Nov, 2025

Redraw welfare architecture, place a UBI in the centre, Pg10

Experts advocate for Universal Basic Income (UBI) in India to combat inequality, automation, and welfare inefficiencies, proposing phased implementation and digital inclusion.

7 Nov, 2025

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Crisis in Sudan: Current trigger, old faultlines, and the human cost, Pg14.

Sudan's escalating civil war triggers mass displacement, famine, and human rights abuses amid power struggles and international interference.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

7 Nov, 2025

Crisis in Sudan: Current trigger, old faultlines, and the human cost, Pg14.

Sudan's escalating civil war triggers mass displacement, famine, and human rights abuses amid power struggles and international interference.

7 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

India's first Household Income Survey 2026 faces challenges due to sensitive income questions and respondent reluctance, impacting data accuracy.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

6 Nov, 2025

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

India's first Household Income Survey 2026 faces challenges due to sensitive income questions and respondent reluctance, impacting data accuracy.

6 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

How Bill Gates is reshaping discourse on climate action, Pg20.

Bill Gates sparks debate by prioritizing climate adaptation over mitigation, aligning with India's development-focused approach amidst global emission concerns.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

5 Nov, 2025

How Bill Gates is reshaping discourse on climate action, Pg20.

Bill Gates sparks debate by prioritizing climate adaptation over mitigation, aligning with India's development-focused approach amidst global emission concerns.

5 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections

New pathways to end extreme poverty, Pg9

Kerala's Extreme Poverty Eradication Programme (EPEP) aims to eliminate poverty through participatory governance and customized micro-plans, setting a global benchmark.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Vulnerable Sections

4 Nov, 2025

New pathways to end extreme poverty, Pg9

Kerala's Extreme Poverty Eradication Programme (EPEP) aims to eliminate poverty through participatory governance and customized micro-plans, setting a global benchmark.

4 Nov, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government Budgeting Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

‘Wealthy individuals fuel climate crisis through wealth more than consumption’, Pg15.

Climate Inequality Report 2025 reveals wealth, not just consumption, drives climate crisis; proposes carbon tax on investments.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Government Budgeting Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

29 Oct, 2025

‘Wealthy individuals fuel climate crisis through wealth more than consumption’, Pg15.

Climate Inequality Report 2025 reveals wealth, not just consumption, drives climate crisis; proposes carbon tax on investments.

29 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Education Sector

Poll-bound Bihar ranks last in most social and economic indicators, Pg7

Bihar lags behind other states in key social, economic indicators like education, health, and per capita income before assembly elections.

Women and Women's Organizations Poverty and Developmental Issues Health Sector Education Sector

28 Oct, 2025

Poll-bound Bihar ranks last in most social and economic indicators, Pg7

Bihar lags behind other states in key social, economic indicators like education, health, and per capita income before assembly elections.

28 Oct, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Health Sector

Beware the sugar trap when you’re cooling yourself on a hot day, Pg13

Rising temperatures linked to increased sugar consumption, disproportionately affecting low-income groups, reveals study; India faces malnutrition risks.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Health Sector

26 Oct, 2025

Beware the sugar trap when you’re cooling yourself on a hot day, Pg13

Rising temperatures linked to increased sugar consumption, disproportionately affecting low-income groups, reveals study; India faces malnutrition risks.

26 Oct, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Food Processing and Related Industries

Makhananomics: The politics behind govt's bid to boost Bihar's makhana industry, Pg13.

Government's Makhana Board initiative aims to boost Bihar's makhana industry, targeting economic growth and political gains among Mallah community.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Food Processing and Related Industries

25 Oct, 2025

Makhananomics: The politics behind govt's bid to boost Bihar's makhana industry, Pg13.

Government's Makhana Board initiative aims to boost Bihar's makhana industry, targeting economic growth and political gains among Mallah community.

25 Oct, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Poverty and Hunger

Rangarajan Line: 15 years on, how poverty is measured today in India, Pg13.

RBI study updates Rangarajan poverty line, revealing significant poverty reduction in Odisha and Bihar between 2011-12 and 2022-23.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Poverty and Hunger

19 Oct, 2025

Rangarajan Line: 15 years on, how poverty is measured today in India, Pg13.

RBI study updates Rangarajan poverty line, revealing significant poverty reduction in Odisha and Bihar between 2011-12 and 2022-23.

19 Oct, 2025

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues

Micronance loan defaults surged in 2024-25: Sa-Dhan data, pg13.

The annual Bharat Microfinance Report 2025 by microfinance self-regulatory body Sa-Dhan reveals a sharp increase in loan delinquencies during FY 2024–25, with Bihar recording the highest defaults both in terms of loan volume and repayment delays.

Inclusive Growth Poverty and Developmental Issues

11 Oct, 2025

Micronance loan defaults surged in 2024-25: Sa-Dhan data, pg13.

The annual Bharat Microfinance Report 2025 by microfinance self-regulatory body Sa-Dhan reveals a sharp increase in loan delinquencies during FY 2024–25, with Bihar recording the highest defaults both in terms of loan volume and repayment delays.

11 Oct, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues Education Sector Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Unemployment is still a core issue in Bihar, Pg8

Bihar's unemployment crisis deepens: PLFS data reveals lowest worker participation, widespread informality, and governance failures hindering job creation.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Education Sector Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

11 Oct, 2025

Unemployment is still a core issue in Bihar, Pg8

Bihar's unemployment crisis deepens: PLFS data reveals lowest worker participation, widespread informality, and governance failures hindering job creation.

11 Oct, 2025

Poverty and Developmental Issues

Unpacking the global ‘happiness’ rankings, Pg6

Unpacking the global ‘happiness’ rankings, Pg6

Swing, but do not miss, Pg6

Swing, but do not miss, Pg6

Exploited workers, a labour policy’s empty promises, Pg10

Exploited workers, a labour policy’s empty promises, Pg10

Capital owners gain, workers lose: the widening wealth gap, Pg7

Capital owners gain, workers lose: the widening wealth gap, Pg7

In free fall, Pg6

In free fall, Pg6

Why a socialist won in the world’s financial capital, Pg7

Why a socialist won in the world’s financial capital, Pg7

Breaking boundaries, Pg9

Breaking boundaries, Pg9

​Turnout bump, Pg8

​Turnout bump, Pg8

Redraw welfare architecture, place a UBI in the centre, Pg10

Redraw welfare architecture, place a UBI in the centre, Pg10

Crisis in Sudan: Current trigger, old faultlines, and the human cost, Pg14.

Crisis in Sudan: Current trigger, old faultlines, and the human cost, Pg14.

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

How Bill Gates is reshaping discourse on climate action, Pg20.

How Bill Gates is reshaping discourse on climate action, Pg20.

New pathways to end extreme poverty, Pg9

New pathways to end extreme poverty, Pg9

‘Wealthy individuals fuel climate crisis through wealth more than consumption’, Pg15.

‘Wealthy individuals fuel climate crisis through wealth more than consumption’, Pg15.

Poll-bound Bihar ranks last in most social and economic indicators, Pg7

Poll-bound Bihar ranks last in most social and economic indicators, Pg7

Beware the sugar trap when you’re cooling yourself on a hot day, Pg13

Beware the sugar trap when you’re cooling yourself on a hot day, Pg13

Makhananomics: The politics behind govt's bid to boost Bihar's makhana industry, Pg13.

Makhananomics: The politics behind govt's bid to boost Bihar's makhana industry, Pg13.

Rangarajan Line: 15 years on, how poverty is measured today in India, Pg13.

Rangarajan Line: 15 years on, how poverty is measured today in India, Pg13.

Micronance loan defaults surged in 2024-25: Sa-Dhan data, pg13.

Micronance loan defaults surged in 2024-25: Sa-Dhan data, pg13.

Unemployment is still a core issue in Bihar, Pg8

Unemployment is still a core issue in Bihar, Pg8

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