How NEET-UG 2024 Controversy Could Influence UPSC Preparation and Aspirants’ Outlook on Competitive Exams
In May 2024, the NEET-UG examination, a crucial gateway for medical aspirants across India, came under national scrutiny. Allegations of question paper leaks, unannounced grace marks, and procedural delays raised serious concerns among students, parents, and educators. For aspirants preparing for other competitive exams like UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), this situation brings significant implications. […]
India–France Naval Exercise Varuna Phase II
In the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific region, maritime cooperation has become a strategic imperative for like-minded nations. The India–France Naval Exercise “Varuna”, particularly Phase II conducted in March 2025, stands as a testament to this shared vision of maritime security, interoperability, and defence diplomacy. As aspirants preparing for the UPSC Civil Services Examination, […]
June–July 2025 Current Affairs Digest
Still flipping through newspapers and missing what really matters for UPSC 2025?You’re not alone. The pressure to stay updated with daily current affairs can feel overwhelming — especially in Kolkata’s buzzing student hubs like Gariahat, Salt Lake, and Tollygunge. Between optional prep, GS, and CSAT, it’s easy to lose track of crucial headlines. That’s why […]
Reconstitution of AIU under NEP 2020: What It Means for Students and Institutions in Kolkata
A New Era in Indian Education: What You Should Know Now Imagine you’re a UPSC aspirant in Kolkata, chasing your dream through a maze of entrance exams, eligibility criteria, and inconsistent university recognitions. What if the very institutions deciding your academic legitimacy are about to be overhauled? That’s exactly what’s happening with the Reconstitution of […]
Major National Current Affairs (January to June 2025) Relevant for UPSC CSE – GS & Essay
Imagine this: It’s 6 AM in Salt Lake, Kolkata. You’re bleary-eyed but determined, flipping through your dusty current affairs notes, only to realize — you’ve missed a major topic from February 2025. Panic sets in. Your essay paper is due in 10 days. You’re not alone. For many aspirants in Kolkata and surrounding areas like […]
Bihar Govt Restricts 35% Women’s Reservation in Jobs to State Residents
A Policy Shift That Hits Closer to Home Imagine spending years preparing for your dream government job, only to find out a single policy change makes you ineligible. That’s the harsh reality many women across India are waking up to. If you’re from Kolkata or West Bengal and had your eyes set on Bihar’s growing […]
India-U.S. 2+2 Dialogue: Strategic Convergence on Indo-Pacific
Is the Indo-Pacific the New Global Power Pivot? In an era of rising geopolitical tensions, the India-U.S. 2+2 Dialogue has emerged as a powerful symbol of strategic unity. For citizens in Kolkata and nearby regions, understanding this convergence isn’t just about global affairs — it impacts trade, security, tech, and job markets that ripple back […]
