(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article discusses Africa’s mineral wealth, the impact of U.S. trade policies under Donald Trump, and the continent’s struggle to choose between global powers for resource development. The U.S. Trade Policies and Africa’s Dilemma President Donald Trump’s trade…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context The Supreme Court of India directed Rajasthan to map and classify sacred groves as community reserves, creating a conflict with the Forest Rights Act of 2006. Supreme Court’s Order on Sacred Groves On December 18, 2024, the Supreme Court…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article explores the differences between human and artificial intelligence, highlighting their unique strengths and weaknesses, particularly in learning, adaptability, and energy efficiency. AI’s Rapid Advancement AI has evolved from simple data categorization to performing highly complex…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Cover Page- Page No. – 01) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context A recent study by Nobel laureates Esther Duflo and Abhijit Banerjee, along with other researchers, highlights a stark contrast between real-world and academic mathematical skills among Indian children. Analysis of the news: Key Findings of…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 17) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● U.S. President Donald Trump made major policy announcements on the Middle East. Analysis of the news: Implications for Palestine and Gaza Trump’s proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza challenges established international norms and UN resolutions supporting…
Topic: GS3 – Economy – Energy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Context The news discusses Southeast Asia’s growing interest in nuclear energy as a cleaner, reliable power source. Nuclear power comes with challenges, but technological advances and financing options are improving the feasibility of nuclear projects, making them more…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Energy Context India is accelerating its ethanol blending program, utilizing diverse sources like sugar, rice, and maize to achieve energy security and reduce oil imports. India’s Ethanol Blending Target Achieved Early Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that India…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context Rupee depreciated past 87 against the U.S. dollar due to global uncertainties, impacting imports, exports, and India’s economic stability. Rupee Breaches 87 Mark The Indian rupee fell by 0.6% (49 paise) to close at ₹87.11 per U.S. dollar,…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Govt & Politics – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context ● The Rajasthan government has introduced the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Bill to curb forced religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or allurement. Analysis of the news: Strict Regulations for Voluntary Conversion Individuals opting…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 18) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The M23 rebels, supported by Rwanda, have escalated their offensive in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Analysis of the news: Conflict in Eastern Congo The M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, have expanded their offensive in the Democratic…