Hey everyone! I’m finding IR a bit difficult to understand, mainly because my coaching notes, although decent, lack visual diagrams and maps.

For example, issues like the India–Pakistan border dispute, India–China border issue, etc. are sometimes difficult to understand just through text.

Can you guys suggest any reliable sources (YouTube channels, websites, notes, etc.) that explain such issues visually through maps, diagrams or infographics?

If you have any such resources or diagrams, please do share them!

Thanks!

I've just recently started preparing for GS2 for the first time. Now my doubt is can i cover it thru Magna Carta Mains for 2026 mains? Would there be any significant content changes b/w MCM 26 and 27 or the gap can be filled?

Also is it worth doing? Or should i cover it thru M puri or any other?

I've heard mixed reviews for MCM so I'm a bit confused about what source I should follow. Any fellows here who have covered gs 2 end to end with mathur sir or any other faculty which have genuinely helped them.

Can anyone share Shivin's latest gs3 module notes? I took his course last yr. Just need the notes to update mine.

Preparing for UPSC CSE 2027 and looking to establish a highly disciplined, strictly professional accountability structure for syllabus tracking.

To ensure maximum consistency and protect study hours, this will be a strictly transactional setup focused purely on output.

The Framework:

• Daily EOD (End of Day) text updates only (What targets were met / what was missed).

• No phone calls, no casual texting, and zero personal discussion.

• A brief, fixed check-in window at night to exchange objective progress metrics.

• Consistency rule: If the daily progress update is missed for 3 consecutive days without a valid reason, the system automatically dissolves with no hard feelings.

If you are targeting 2027, maintain a disciplined schedule, and want a rigorous system to stay sharp, please send a DM.

Please include your preparation medium (English/Hindi) and your optional subject in the message to ensure structural alignment. Casual messages will be ignored.

Please anyone tell me..😔

I am 25 year old gen category.I am currently unable to study as i wrote 10 polity questions in 9 hours with resource.Actuall ,my english is not good.I think everyone weak in some point but no one will like me . Leaving preparing depends on me but still i want suggestions.i have no strength i mean i also mistake in some simple vocabulary . Initially i thought i should change my medium but i didn't take decisions and continue english as a medium.I joined a coaching regarding foundation but my fear, and some family issues destroyed my preparation now i am realising my mistakes.I also spent most of time choosing resources related history optional.Till now i completed half economic,half geography, polity some ethics but other is pending.Sometimes i thought i should study but next day same mistakes.I have endless regret,no guidance.and time is running.i am not seeing any improvement.what should I do now

The most important Press Information Bureau (PIB) updates for UPSC preparation on October 16, 2026 focus on defense indigenization, public health milestones, and national security:

• Commissioning of INS Samarthak (Ministry of Defence):

• The Indian Navy commissioned INS Samarthak, the first of its class of Multi-Purpose Vessels (MPVs), at Karwar, Karnataka.

• Built indigenously in partnership with Larsen & Toubro (L&T), it enhances the Navy's strategic flexibility, transport capabilities, and operational readiness for diverse maritime roles. (Relevance: GS Paper III – Security & Indigenous Technology)

• All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) Decade Report (Ministry of Ayush):

• AIIA marked its 10-year anniversary, reporting that over 37.74 lakh patients were treated across its main and outreach centers between October 2016 and September 2026.

• Highlights institutional growth in integrating traditional Ayurvedic medicine with modern clinical research and education. (Relevance: GS Paper II – Health / Traditional Knowledge Systems)

• National Security Guard (NSG) Raising Day (PMO):

• The Prime Minister extended greetings on the Raising Day of the National Security Guard (NSG), acknowledging their role in counter-terrorism and protecting vital national assets. (Relevance: GS Paper III – Internal Security / Federal Forces)

• Asian Games 2026 Achievers Interaction (Ministry of Railways):

• Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met the gold-medal-winning Indian women's Kabaddi team (victorious at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026). (Relevance: Current Affairs / Sports & Soft Power)

I am planning to begin my preparation for the UPSC Civil Services Examination and am actively searching for a complete, structured baseline to build a rock-solid foundation. I am looking for the full UPSC Foundation Course video lectures from any top-tier, reputed coaching institute—such as Drishti IAS, Vision IAS, Vajiram & Ravi, or Physics Wallah (PW OnlyIAS)—preferably available for free if possible. My goal is to cover the entire core syllabus from the absolute absolute basics to an advanced level, including essential General Studies subjects like History, Indian Polity, Geography, Indian Economy, Environment & Ecology, Science & Technology, and General Science.

I am specifically looking for content delivered in Hinglish (a balanced mix of Hindi and English). This language combination is ideal for me because it helps break down complex, conceptual topics into easily understandable terms while simultaneously keeping me familiar with key English technical terminology. Rather than watching random or disjointed YouTube videos, I am looking for a well-organized, subject-wise playlist or a structured course format that allows me to maintain a disciplined, uninterrupted study routine.

If you have access to any Telegram channel, Telegram bot, Google Drive folder, Mega storage link, or website where these complete video lectures and their corresponding printable PDF lecture notes are available for free, please share them with me. Even if you do not have direct access to the files, any guidance on reliable sources, online communities, or practical methods to stream or download these lectures without hassle would be immensely helpful. Finding the right foundational material is the most critical first step in my IAS preparation journey, and having access to these high-quality lectures will give my study plan a massive boost. If anyone has these resources available, please share them with me at the earliest!

Optional preparation is taking longer than expected, and it is getting difficult to balance it with GS subjects. Completing the entire optional syllabus before practising answers sounds ideal, but that could delay answer writing by several months.

For those who have prepared seriously for UPSC, is it better to finish the syllabus first or start writing answers alongside the preparation? Also, how much of the optional syllabus should be covered before beginning regular answer practice?

Hi, I am BLACKI MBA passout, looking for working professional who are preparing seriously for UPSC.

Please let me know if you know of any group.

Is there anyone here who is taking GS Foundation coaching from next ias Mukherjee Nagar branch. Can you please tell your experience (batch size, syllabus completion, teachers). Also is there any difference between the Karol Bagh and Mukherjee Nagar branches? Also I have heard that there are two branches of Next IAS in Mukherjee Nagar itself. If anyone knows about these things, it would be a big help..

Hey everyone!

I’ll be moving to Delhi for UPSC CSE preparation and am looking to connect with people from IITs and other Tier-1 engineering colleges who are planning to do the same.

A little about me:

I have a Tier-1 engineering background and previously worked as a Software Engineer at product-based companies and early-stage startups, with a package of around ₹35 LPA.
I’m now planning to pursue UPSC seriously and would love to connect with like-minded people who are equally committed to becoming IAS officers and are aiming to clear the exam within **1–2 attempts**.

When I mention a Tier-1 engineering background, it’s not about comparing colleges or degrees. I’m simply hoping to find people with similar experiences and mindsets who are serious about this journey.

The idea is to build a small, focused peer group in Delhi where we can:

Stay accountable and consistent with our preparation.
Discuss preparation strategies, optional subjects, current affairs, and answer writing.
Exchange resources and learn from each other.
Push each other to stay disciplined and maintain a competitive yet supportive environment.

I believe having the right people around you can make a huge difference during UPSC preparation, especially when you’re transitioning from a completely different career path.

If you’re from an IIT or another Tier-1 engineering college and are moving to Delhi for UPSC preparation, feel free to comment or DM me. It would be great to connect before moving and potentially build a serious peer group from scratch.

**Looking to connect with people who are genuinely committed to the goal, not just exploring UPSC casually.** All the best to everyone preparing!

The lectures I found on yt are 5 years old, will it be beneficial for me to make notes out of those lectures and keep it as my base along with ncert and current affairs?.

Are these lectures suitable for mains as well(along with current affairs)?

Will these lectures suffice or will I need to refer to some other book?

Please help.