Why is Delhi’s air quality deteriorating?
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental Pollution And Degradation Context ● As winter approaches, Delhi’s air quality is rapidly declining, with PM 2.5 levels frequently exceeding 300 due to stubble burning in Punjab. ● This seasonal issue has significant implications for public health and…
New rocket, plus moon and Venus missions, herald new beginnings
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context ● The Indian government has approved various new projects in space exploration, enhancing India’s role in lunar, planetary, and satellite missions. ● These projects include the development of a new rocket, missions to the Moon and Venus,…
India’s Crude Oil and Natural Gas Import Dependency Rises Amid Stagnant Domestic Production and Growing Demand
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: India’s increasing reliance on imported crude oil and natural gas highlights the challenges of rising energy demand and limited domestic production. Analysis of News: Rising Import Dependency on Crude Oil and Natural Gas India’s import dependency for crude oil and…
Spain PM Pedro Sanchez Visits India to Boost Bilateral Ties, Inaugurate First Private Military Aircraft Plant in Vadodara
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, on his first official visit to India, will hold crucial talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Vadodara. The visit, the first by a Spanish PM to India in 18 years, seeks to deepen bilateral ties…
28 October 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) How far do you agree that a robust domestic demand is the most important driver of India’s economic growth? What are other factors that influence the growth trajectory of the country? (250 Words/15 Marks)
28 October 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. ‘Run for Unity’, held on ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, will be organised this time on 29th October (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2068756®=3&lang=1 ) Context The announcement of the ‘Run for Unity’ on October 29 aims to coincide with Deepavali celebrations and promote national integration. This initiative encourages participation in fitness…
28 October 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. India-UAE, BIT By BIT (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: The article discusses the new India-UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) of 2024, aimed at enhancing foreign investment by addressing past treaty limitations and adopting a more flexible approach to investor protections. Introduction to the India-UAE…
28 October 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. The private sector holds the key to India’s e-bus push (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Context The PM E-DRIVE scheme aims to boost electric bus adoption in India’s public transport with significant subsidies. However, it excludes private bus operators, who…
28 October 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. Spain PM Pedro Sanchez Visits India to Boost Bilateral Ties, Inaugurate First Private Military Aircraft Plant in Vadodara (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, on his first official visit to India, will hold crucial talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in…