What to read in Indian Express
16 October 2025
| No. | Headline (as printed) | Page No. | GS Paper & Topic | Theme / Issue | UPSC Relevance / Analytical Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India set to host 2030 Commonwealth Games – in Gujarat | Front Page | GS 2 – Social Development / GS 1 – Indian Society | Sports infrastructure, federal coordination | Reflects India’s growing role as a global sporting host; links sports diplomacy, urban development, and youth engagement. Gujarat’s model shows cooperative federalism in event management. |
| 2 | Ringing out the old world order (Ideas Page) | Page 11 | GS 2 – International Relations | Global power transition, multipolarity | Analyses decline of post-WWII global order and rise of multipolarism with Asia’s growing influence. Useful for essays on “Changing World Order” or “India’s role in global governance.” |
| 3 | WTI founder Menon becomes first Asian to chair key IUCN panel | Page 12 | GS 3 – Environment & Biodiversity Conservation | Wildlife governance, international environmental institutions | Milestone for India’s conservation leadership; shows recognition of Indian environmentalists at global level and strengthens India’s soft power in biodiversity diplomacy. |
| 4 | The new power of rare earths (Explained) | Page 15 | GS 3 – Economy, Environment, Science & Tech | Critical minerals, supply chain security, energy transition | Explains geopolitical significance of rare earths in defence, electronics, EVs, and clean energy tech. Connects to India’s Critical Minerals Mission, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and decarbonisation goals. |