(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context ● Kerala’s recognition as a leader in business and citizen-centric reforms by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry highlights the state’s strides in improving the ease of doing business and public service delivery. ● The state leveraged digital…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations; GS3 – Indian Economy Context: ● Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Brunei and Singapore focused on strengthening partnerships in trade, defense, and semiconductors, advancing India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific vision. Analysis of News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Visit to Southeast Asia…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● India’s shift to corn-based ethanol, driven by a hike in procurement prices, has turned India from a top corn exporter to a net importer. ● This change impacts local poultry producers, elevates global corn prices, and prompts…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS4 – Ethics Context ● In a world grappling with multiple crises, from pandemics to climate change, Stoicism offers a timeless approach to resilience and rational living. ● The philosophy’s focus on controlling emotions and accepting what cannot be changed remains highly relevant…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context ● ANIIDCO, a quasi-government agency in Port Blair, is responsible for a ₹72,000 crore infrastructure project in Great Nicobar. ● Despite its mandate for balanced development, ANIIDCO faces challenges including inadequate expertise, environmental governance issues, and conflicts of interest….
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● The Union Health Ministry has proposed enhanced security measures for hospitals, including employing ex-servicemen and integrating with local police, following a recent consultation. ● This comes after the violent attack on a physician in Kolkata,…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: ● The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has exempted export-oriented green hydrogen projects from its domestic solar module shortlist to lower costs and boost global competitiveness. ● This exemption allows projects to use cheaper imported solar modules instead of domestic…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology; GS2 – Governance Context: ● The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) has developed a Geographic Information System (GIS)-based software for real-time monitoring of wait times at highway toll plazas. ● This software, developed by Indian Highways Management Company Ltd (IHMCL)…
(Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2051321 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context ● Researchers have developed a groundbreaking gas sensor using mixed spinel zinc ferrite (ZnFe2O4) nanostructures, capable of detecting nitrogen oxides (NOx) at ultra-low concentrations (ppb levels) and room temperature. ● This advancement addresses key challenges in gas sensing, offering a more precise and affordable…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Govt & Politics; Page: 05) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Brunei’s capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, to strengthen bilateral ties amid regional tensions due to China’s aggressive posture in the Indo-Pacific. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brunei,…