Civil Services Prelims 2016 Result Declared

The wait is over, UPSC has declared the result for the preliminary examination of 2016.

Silica Aerogel

Silica Aerogel was recently in news. A lot of information available about the material can be overwhelming, so let's focus on the important points which can be important from prelims point of view.

7 Things You Should Know About Leprosy

Leprosy is a disease with most of its sufferers constituted in India. Let's quickly learn 7 facts about this disease and the social stigma and discrimination associated with it.

Yojana and Kurukshetra Subscribe Online

Great news for all civil services and other competitive exam aspirants, Yojana magazine and Kurukshetra magazine are now available for subscription online.

Problems with Wetland (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2016

New set of rules for the conservation of wetlands in India has come up in 2016 as the earlier rules were not successfully implemented. Why are these new rules controversial and attracting protests from wildlife and nature conservation organisations?

Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Simplified

Base Erosion and Profit Shifting or commonly called BEPS is a malpractice by which companies hide their profits and save on taxes they were liable to pay.

Xiaomi and Cutting-Edge Technology Explained

Xiaomi says it no longer needs exemption from 30% local sourcing in manufacturing. What is this exemption and why does Xiaomi no longer needs it? Let's find out!

Role of Youth in Water Management

"Water" is synonymous with "Life" and while there might be a plenty of other beverages available, there is no substitute for water. India with majority of its population in the young age group needs an educated and responsible youth for the preservation of its water resources.

Should I Read Frontline Magazine for Civil Services Preparation?

First of all, based on my experience of reading Frontline for the past 6 months, I have realised how great of a magazine Frontline is. It is power packed with information on current affairs along with other important aspects like history, personalities, heritage, wildlife and science.