(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Context NITI Aayog’s inaugural Fiscal Health Index (FHI) report ranks Indian States based on fiscal stability, revenue mobilisation, expenditure quality, and debt management for 2022-23. Top-Performing States: Achievers Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and Jharkhand were ranked as…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context ● The Bombay High Court held that the denial of permission to use loudspeakers does not violate an individual’s right to practice religion, as the use of loudspeakers is not an essential religious practice protected under the Constitution….
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 15) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● Policymakers and analysts globally are awaiting US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements, particularly targeting countries like China, Mexico, and Canada with which the US has significant trade relations. Analysis of the news: Understanding Tariffs and Their Implications…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The National Health Mission (NHM) has played a significant role in improving public health in India according to an assessment report (2021-24) presented to the Union Cabinet. It has led to a reduction in maternal mortality,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) has issued a directive allowing homeopathic practitioners, who have completed a certificate course in modern pharmacology, to prescribe allopathic medications. Previous Notification and Legal Challenge In 2017, the Maharashtra…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Economy – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● India’s refined petroleum fuels and products consumption is forecast to reach a new peak in FY26, driven by steady energy demand across various sectors. Analysis of the news: Record Petroleum Consumption in FY26 The Petroleum Planning…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian economy – Energy Context Honda Motor Co. Ltd. Chief Engineer Hiroya Ueda highlighted the potential of bioethanol and renewable energy-based electrification for India to achieve carbon neutrality. Introduction to Bioethanol and Challenges Bioethanol and renewable energy-based electrification can help India…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context On New Year’s Day, a five-year-old girl in Karnataka died from a snakebite due to delays in antivenom treatment and unsafe conditions at her Anganwadi. India records an estimated 58,000 snakebite deaths annually, making it the…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context On January 3, 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology released the draft rules for the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023. Introduction to Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Draft Rules These rules were…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Express Network- Page No. – 09) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● The World Bank-appointed Neutral Expert has upheld India’s stance on the dispute resolution mechanism under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects. Analysis of the news: What is Indus Water Treaty…