The Battle of Buxar, fought on 22 October 1764, stands as one of the most pivotal events in Indian history. It marked a significant shift in power from Indian rulers to the British East India Company. Unlike the Battle of Plassey, which was largely political, the Battle of Buxar was a military confrontation that sealed … Read more
The Battle of Plassey, fought on 23rd June 1757, is one of the most defining events in Indian history. Often regarded as the turning point that marked the beginning of British colonial rule, this battle not only ended the independence of the Nawab of Bengal but also laid the foundation for nearly two centuries of … Read more
The advent of Europeans in India marked a major turning point in Indian history, laying the foundation for colonial rule. Driven by the lure of the spice trade and maritime dominance, European powers like the Portuguese, Dutch, British, and French began arriving from the late 15th century onward. This phase saw intense competition, establishment of … Read more
Indus Waters Treaty Suspension 2025:- The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed in 1960 and often hailed as one of the world’s most successful water-sharing agreements, has long withstood the turbulence of India-Pakistan relations. However, in an unprecedented move following a deadly terrorist attack, the Government of India suspended the treaty in 2025, signaling a significant … Read more
Arctic Geopolitical Tensions- The Arctic, once a remote frozen frontier, is now a geopolitical flashpoint as climate change rapidly melts ice caps, unlocking untapped resources and strategic trade routes. Global powers like Russia, NATO, China, and the US are racing to control energy reserves (oil, gas, rare minerals) and dominate emerging shipping lanes like the … Read more
NASA Parker Solar Probe (PSP) has made history by becoming the first spacecraft to “touch” the Sun, diving into its scorching corona to unravel long-standing solar mysteries. Launched in 2018, this mission aims to study solar wind acceleration, extreme coronal heating, and space weather impacts on Earth. With record-breaking speeds and cutting-edge heat shield technology, … Read more
Ques- The rise of quick commerce in India threatens the survival of traditional Kirana stores, which are the backbone of the rural and urban economy.” Examine the statement and suggest measures to ensure their coexistence. (15 marks, 250 words) Brief outline to this answer- Introduction-Context – Quick Commerce, Kirana Stores, and conflict Body- It has … Read more
GDP vs Happiness: India, the world’s fifth-largest economy by GDP, faces a paradox: it ranks 118th in the 2025 World Happiness Report, trailing smaller neighbors Nepal and Bhutan. This disparity raises critical questions about GDP as a flawed indicator of well-being and underscores the need for holistic metrics like Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness (GNH) or … Read more
Quick commerce is revolutionizing India’s retail sector, promising 10-minute deliveries and tech-driven convenience. However, this rapid growth of quick commerce in India has sparked a fierce debate about its impact on traditional retail, particularly the survival of neighbourhood kirana stores. While startups like Blinkit and Zepto cater to urban consumers’ demand for instant gratification, small … Read more
World Happiness Index 2025– Published annually since 2012, the World Happiness Report is a landmark annual survey of the state of global happiness that ranks more than 150 countries by their happiness levels. The World Happiness Report provides valuable, interdisciplinary insights into the well-being and happiness of people across the globe, reflecting a worldwide demand … Read more
