The Union government has deferred the domestic solar-cell sourcing requirement for certain renewable energy projects until 31 December. The change matters because it shows the policy tension between promoting domestic manufacturing and keeping renewable-energy projects on schedule.
A reported data breach at the Kudankulam nuclear power plant has revived concerns about cybersecurity at critical infrastructure sites. Officials are said to be reviewing the intrusion, possible exposure of administrative or internal systems, and the safeguards needed to reduce similar risks.
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Why it matters for UPSC
The issue connects directly with GS3 themes of energy transition, industrial policy, and cybersecurity. It also offers a clear policy trade-off: local value addition through domestic sourcing versus the practical need to maintain project execution, supply resilience, and protection of critical infrastructure.
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