(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● French President Emmanuel Macron, emphasizing France’s role in world affairs, is set to fulfill his vision by chairing the AI Action Summit in Paris on February 11. ● He has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian polity, GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context The government plans to amend CLNDA and the Atomic Energy Act to resolve liability issues and attract foreign investment in nuclear energy. Proposed Amendments to CLNDA and Atomic Energy Act…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context The news explains the budget provisions for Indian Railways, focusing on infrastructure development, modernization, safety, and freight expansion. It also highlights concerns over execution, financial sustainability, and stalled projects. Railway Budget: From Spectacle to a…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Economy – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS3 – Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The Union Cabinet approved the formation of the South Coast Railway (SCoR) zone, making it the 18th zone of Indian Railways. Analysis of the news: Creation of the South Coast Railway Zone The Union…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context ● The Supreme Court is currently hearing a case regarding the Governor’s powers in the legislative process, focusing on Article 200 of the Constitution. Analysis of the news: Governor’s Role in the Legislative Process Tamil Nadu argues that…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, marking the first cut since May 2020. Repo Rate Cut After 57 Months This…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context On January 30, 2024, the Supreme Court allowed High Courts to appoint retired judges on an ad-hoc basis. Supreme Court’s Decision on Ad-hoc Judges These judges can only hear criminal appeals and must work as part…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context Shankar Dhange has been fighting against the private diagnostics sector in Maharashtra after his sister’s death, allegedly caused by incorrect test results before her surgery. The case highlights the problem of unqualified personnel signing off on…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context India has shifted its climate strategy by prioritizing economic growth and climate adaptation over emission reduction. Analysis of the news: Prioritizing Adaptation Over Mitigation Economic Growth as a Climate Shield Global Climate Action on the Back Burner Maintaining a…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced he would not attend the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg, citing concerns over South Africa’s policies. Analysis of the news: What is G20? South Africa’s Case Against Israel at…