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Sep 15, 2026

Indian ExpressSep 15, 2026

At Jadavpur University, the gerua and the state

GS-IV

The core argument centers on the ethical implications of using symbols of renunciation to project power, touching on public values and integrity.

GS-I

The editorial discusses the cultural and social significance of religious symbols and ascetic traditions within Indian society.

GS-II

The piece touches upon state-university relations and the role of elected representatives in political protests.

Indian ExpressSep 15, 2026

Listing Tata Sons will lead to transparency

GS-III

It provides a clear case study on NBFC regulation, corporate structure, and the economic implications of conglomerate governance.

GS-II

The editorial highlights the role of the RBI as a regulatory body and touches upon governance standards in large corporate entities.

Indian ExpressSep 15, 2026

Let AI safety catch up

GS-II

The editorial directly addresses the need for government policy, international cooperation, and regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies.

GS-III

AI development, cybersecurity, and the management of transformative technologies are central themes in current Science and Technology syllabus.

Indian ExpressSep 15, 2026

Celine Dion: The heart goes on

GS-IV

The editorial touches on resilience, adaptation, and fortitude in the face of adversity, which are relevant to the human values and emotional intelligence components of the syllabus.

September 14, 2026

The HinduSeptember 14, 2026

Building consensus: On the 18th BRICS Summit, the New Delhi Declaration

GS-II

The editorial directly addresses India's foreign policy, multilateral groupings, and the role of international institutions like the UNSC.

GS-III

It discusses trade mechanisms, local currency transactions, and the economic strategies of emerging economies.

The HinduSeptember 14, 2026

A rising graph: On the doping culture in Indian sports

GS-II

The editorial focuses on statutory bodies like NADA and governance reforms, which are core to the GS2 syllabus.

GS-IV

The topic is fundamentally about ethics in public life and sports, emphasizing integrity and the role of institutions.

GS-III

It touches upon the internal security aspect of illegal drug trade and organized crime networks, relevant to GS3.

The HinduSeptember 14, 2026

Terror’s changing face, India’s counter-terror strategy

GS-III

This is highly relevant to internal security challenges, border management, and the use of technology in security, which are core GS3 themes.

GS-II

The editorial discusses the evolution of state policy, governance of internal security, and India's changing geopolitical stance.

The HinduSeptember 14, 2026

Revisiting Kuwait’s invasion amid war

GS-I

The editorial provides significant insights into migration patterns, diaspora sociology, and the changing social geography of communities.

GS-II

It highlights the role of the state in evacuations and the protection of citizens abroad, which is a core component of foreign policy and governance.

GS-III

It touches upon the economic vulnerability of migrant labor and the impact of conflict on overseas employment, though not in a deeply technical economic sense.

The HinduSeptember 14, 2026

The evidence gap in dole politics

GS-II

Directly addresses the governance of welfare schemes and the accountability of state-level policy interventions.

GS-III

Critically analyzes the fiscal impact of welfare expenditure and the need for evidence-based economic policy.

GS-IV

Discusses the ethical necessity of transparency and honest governance in public service delivery.

Sep 14, 2026

Indian ExpressSep 14, 2026

India needs a smarter SIR. Aadhaar can help

GS-II

The editorial directly addresses the functioning of the Election Commission, e-governance reforms, and the separation of powers regarding citizenship determination.

GS-III

It discusses the application of digital infrastructure and IT solutions to government processes and resource management.