Mahadayi River

Source:  HT Context: Karnataka farmers and Goa activists are protesting against the Kalasa-Banduri project, which aims to divert Mhadei (Mahadayi) river water, citing ecological and livelihood concerns. About Mahadayi River: Origin: Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary (Western Ghats), Belagavi district, Karnataka. Flows Through: Karnataka (35 km), Maharashtra (1 km), and Goa (45 km). Termination: Merges with the …

INSIGHTS IAS: Your Ultimate Companion for Cracking UPSC with Confidence!

“Wisdom is not a product of schooling but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it.” — Albert Einstein. Success in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is not just about studying textbooks—it’s about acquiring deep wisdom, strategic preparation, and consistent effort. Civil services have been a crucial part of India’s governance for centuries, evolving through …

UPSC Prelims 2025: Vinay Kumar Sir’s 50-Day Strategy for GS & CSAT Preparation

  With the UPSC Prelims 2025 approaching in 50 days, aspirants must adopt a strategic approach to maximize their preparation. Vinay Kumar GB, Founder & Director of InsightsIAS, offers comprehensive guidance for both General Studies (GS) and the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) to optimize performance during this critical period. General Studies (GS) Preparation: Set …

Simplifying UPSC Preparation in a Rapidly Changing World | Insights IAS

In a world that is constantly changing, the primary challenge for humankind is to respond to these changes in a way that simplifies the pursuit of success rather than complicating it. Isaac Asimov, one of the greatest science fiction writers of the 20th century, once observed, “The saddest aspect of life right now is that …

Donkey Route

Source:  ET Context: Delhi has emerged as a major transit hub for illegal immigration through Donkey Routes to the US, with a 100% surge in arrests of agents and facilitators in 2024. About the ‘Donkey Route’: What it is: The ‘Donkey Route’ refers to an illegal immigration method where individuals take circuitous routes through multiple countries …

Fort William

Source:  IT Context: Fort William, the historic British-era military fortification in Kolkata, has been renamed “Vijay Durg” as part of the Indian government’s efforts to shed colonial legacies and promote indigenous traditions. About Fort William: Located in: Fort William is situated in Kolkata, West Bengal, on the eastern banks of the Hooghly River, a major distributary …

Navigation With Indian Constellation (NavIC) System

Source:  IE Context: The partial failure of the NVS-02 navigation satellite marks another setback for India’s indigenous Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system, highlighting challenges in maintaining a fully operational satellite navigation network. About NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation): What is NavIC? NavIC, formerly known as the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), is India’s …

Sacred Groves

Syllabus: Ecology Source:  TH Context: The Supreme Court’s December 18, 2024 ruling directs Rajasthan to map and classify sacred groves as forests under the Wildlife Protection Act (WLPA), 1972. This contradicts the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, which upholds community ownership over forest lands instead of government control. What are Sacred Groves? Community-protected Forest patches …

State Emblem of India

Context: The Union Home Ministry has directed states to prevent the improper depiction of the State Emblem of India, emphasizing the mandatory inclusion of the motto “Satyameva Jayate” in Devanagari script. About State Emblem of India: Adoption: Adopted as the State Emblem of India on January 26, 1950 from the Sarnath Lion Capital of Ashoka. Features …

Beggar-Thy-Neighbour Policies

Source:  TH Context: The concept of beggar-thy-neighbour policies has gained renewed attention due to rising protectionism and trade wars, particularly under populist regimes like the Trump administration in the U.S. About Beggar-Thy-Neighbour Approach: What is Beggar-Thy-Neighbour Policy? Economic policies aimed at benefiting a country’s economy at the expense of others, often through protectionist measures like tariffs, quotas, or currency …

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Source:  TOI Context: The closure of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under the Trump administration has raised concerns about setbacks in health, climate, and development programmes in India. About United States Agency for International Development (USAID): It is an independent US government agency responsible for civilian foreign aid and development assistance. It …

INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY- 30 June 2020

InstaLinks help you think beyond the issue but relevant to the issue from UPSC prelims and Mains exam point of view. These linkages provided in this ‘hint’ format help you frame possible questions in your mind that might arise(or an examiner might imagine) from each current event. InstaLinks also connect every issue to their static …

INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY- 10 DECEMBER 2019

Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB Summary – 10 December 2019   Table of contents: GS Paper 2: Anglo- Indians in Lok Sabha and Assemblies. 6th Schedule of the Constitution. Human Development Index. Hong Kong marks half-year protest anniversary. WTO’s dispute settlement mechanism. Facts for prelims: Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). Green good deeds.   …

INSIGHTS DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS + PIB SUMMARY- 09 DECEMBER 2019

Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB Summary 09 December 2019   Table of contents: GS Paper 1: Paika rebellion. GS Paper 2: Kannadigas to get priority in the private sector. Creamy layer principle in SC, ST quota for promotion. International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019. US Congress resolution on J&K clampdown.   Facts for …

Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB Summary 07 December 2019

Insights Daily Current Affairs + PIB Summary 07 December 2019 Table of contents: GS Paper 2: Data Protection Bill. Asian Elephant Specialist Group (AsESG). GS Paper 3: Odisha’s Kalia to be merged with PM- KISAN. Head on Generation (HOG) technology. Neutrino project. Adaptation fund. GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Government policies and interventions for development …

Insights Daily Current Affairs, 24 December 2016

    Insights Daily Current Affairs, 24 December 2016   Paper 2 Topic: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources, issues relating to poverty and hunger.   NITI Aayog launches the National Index for Performance on Health Outcomes   NITI Aayog has launched the National Index for …