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Key UPSC mains coverage areas in Infrastructure.

India's Energy Sector: A $500 Billion Investment Opportunity

Exploring India's ambition to become the largest refining hub and attract global capital for energy security by 2030.

Jan 28, 2026 • 5 min

Manufacturing Challenges in Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity Expansion

Examining the hurdles in battery cell manufacturing and solar technology amid ambitious renewable energy goals.

Jan 28, 2026 • 5 min

India's Bold Journey Towards E-LCV Transition

Exploring the significance of new fuel efficiency norms for light commercial vehicles in India's decarbonisation efforts.

Jan 28, 2026 • 5 min

Revolutionary Reforms Transforming India's Electricity Distribution

Fuel passthrough and RDSS upgrades enhance efficiency, billing accuracy, and profitability in the power sector.

Jan 26, 2026 • 7 min

India's Power Reforms: Transforming the Energy Sector

Understanding the new policy's approach to tackle financial fragility and tariff dysfunction in India's power industry.

Jan 23, 2026 • 5 min

Ensuring Smooth Flight Operations: Lessons from the Indigo Chaos

The DGCA's responsibility in preventing future disruptions is crucial for aviation safety and passenger trust.

Jan 21, 2026 • 5 min

Pilot Deviation Causes Damage to Runway Edge Lights in Chennai

DGCA investigation highlights pilot error leading to damage of runway edge lights during takeoff at Chennai International Airport.

Jan 19, 2026 • 4 min

India's Power Distribution Sector Achieves ₹2,701 Crore Profit

State DisComs have drastically reduced losses by 80%, improving the electricity distribution landscape in India.

Jan 19, 2026 • 5 min

An Exploration of India’s Minerals Diplomacy for Clean Energy

India's strategic partnerships aim to diversify mineral sources, ensuring resilience across critical supply chains for a sustainable future.

Jan 15, 2026 • 6 min

The Land Cost of Biofuels: Why Solar Could Power the World’s Roads Instead

A global perspective shows that the land now used for biofuels could generate enough solar electricity to run all cars and trucks—raising hard questions about how we use scarce land in the energy transition

Jan 13, 2026 • 4 min

US Sanctions on Russian Oil and India’s Energy Diplomacy

Trump’s 500% tariff push and US withdrawal from the ISA test India’s energy security and strategic autonomy

Jan 9, 2026 • 5 min

Air India 171: When Safety Transparency Crashes

From cockpit chaos to political friction, India’s aviation oversight faces global scrutiny after Ahmedabad disaster

Jan 6, 2026 • 4 min

Venezuela Strikes: Minimal Ripple for India’s Energy Security

With imports at just 0.3% of total oil needs, India remains insulated as U.S. seizes control of Venezuelan oil amid sanctions and geopolitical turmoil

Jan 5, 2026 • 4 min

India’s Oil Tightrope Rising Russian Crude, U.S. Purchases, and the Price of Strategic Balance

As Russian oil regains dominance in India’s import basket and American shipments surge simultaneously, New Delhi navigates energy security, tariff pressures, and geopolitical signalling amid stalled trade talks.

Jan 5, 2026 • 5 min

Land, Not Law, Slows India’s Infrastructure Push

At PRAGATI’s 50th review, the Centre flags acquisition hurdles as the biggest drag on projects, rules out changes to land policy

Jan 3, 2026 • 4 min