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15 January 2025 : PIB Summary For UPSC

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1. Defence Secretary visits Indian Navy’s premier Naval Air Station ‘INS Rajali’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2092805&reg=3&lang=1 ) Context Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh visited INS Rajali, Tamil Nadu, to review the Indian Navy’s operational readiness and capabilities. About INS Rajali: 2. India Meteorological Department (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2092861&reg=3&lang=1 ) Context The India Meteorological Department celebrates its…

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15 January 2025 : Daily Current Affairs

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1. India-Bangladesh Border Fencing Dispute: Balancing Security, Agreements, and Diplomacy (Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The India-Bangladesh border dispute over fencing remains a contentious issue, with Bangladesh raising objections to India’s ongoing construction activities, citing bilateral agreements and potential disruptions to residents….

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Yojana Summary: November, 2024 – Our Constitution And Legal Reforms

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  1. 75 Years of the Indian Constitution: A Journey Towards Absolute Glory Introduction Key Features and Evolution Landmark Cases and Amendments The Significance of the Constitution The Emergency: A Reminder of the Importance of Vigilance The Constitution as a Tool for Social Change The Constitution in the Digital Age Looking Ahead 2. Evolution of…

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Yojana Summary: December, 2024.

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1. Reaping India’s Demographic Dividend India’s Demographic Dividend Job Creation and Measurement Structural Transformation and Productivity Challenges and Policy Responses Way Forward 2. Vision and Roadmap for Science & Technology Achievements in Science and Technology Challenges and Future Directions Strategic Priorities and Focus Areas Mission-Mode Initiatives and Programs Harnessing Traditional Wisdom and Modern Advancements Anusandhan…

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13 January 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

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1. Planning for a hotter world (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context The article emphasizes India’s urgent need to prioritize climate adaptation alongside emission mitigation to address escalating climate challenges. Analysis of the news: The Hottest Year on Record Climate Risks Across…

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13 January 2025 : Daily Answer Writing

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Q1)  While India-Canada ties are caught in a downward spiral, careful negotiations on certain pressure points, can bring the relationship back to normalcy. In this light, analyse the critical dimensions between the two nations. (150 Words/10 Marks)   ANSWER: India and Canada have had a long-standing bilateral relationship based on shared values, interests, and people-to-people…

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13 January 2025 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

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1. India’s data protection rules need some fine-tuning (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context On January 3, 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) released the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules. The DPDP Rules represent a shift from the earlier Personal…

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UGC’s 2025 Draft Regulations Spark Federalism Debate Over VC Appointments

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(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article highlights the controversy surrounding the UGC’s 2025 draft regulations. Analysis of the news: VC Appointment Process: Current and Proposed Framework State-Centre Disputes Over VC Appointments Several states, especially those with non-BJP governments, oppose the enhanced role…

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Kerala’s maternal mortality ratio climbs as fertility levels fall to a new low

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(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context Kerala faces rising maternal mortality rates due to declining birth rates, impacting social fabric and demographic shifts in the state. Kerala’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) Decline in Fertility Rate Impact of Migration and Social Changes Challenges…

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Should voter IDs be linked with Aadhaar?

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(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have accused each other of manipulating electoral rolls ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, reigniting the debate on linking voter IDs with Aadhaar numbers. Background of the Proposal…