Why in news? Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the 16th Finance Commission (FC) report in Parliament on February 1, 2026, alongside the Union Budget. The government has accepted its key recommendation to maintain the states’ share in central taxes at 41% for the period of 2026-31. Vertical Devolution: Share of States in Central Taxes Key …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 3 January 2026 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: IE Subject: Renewable energy Context: India’s energy transition debate has shifted from capacity creation to system reform, as renewable generation now outpaces the grid’s ability to efficiently absorb and utilise it. About India’s renewable energy transition: What it is? India’s renewable energy transition refers to the shift from fossil-fuel–dominated power generation to a low-carbon …
Syllabus: Energy Source: DTE Context: India faces a “green energy paradox” — despite having 44 GW of renewable energy capacity ready for deployment, demand-side weaknesses and lack of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have left it stranded. About India Green Energy Paradox: What is the Green Energy Paradox? The term refers to a contradiction where renewable …
