(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 12) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context The Supreme Court restricted the arrest powers of tax officials under the Customs Act and CGST Act, ensuring they follow CrPC safeguards. Analysis of the news: SC’s Ruling on Arrest Powers In Radhika Agarwal v. Union of India, the Supreme…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 12) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Trump has reached out to Iran’s Supreme Leader to renegotiate a nuclear deal amid shifting geopolitical dynamics and Iran’s economic struggles. Analysis of the news: Background: The JCPOA and US Withdrawal In 2015, Iran signed the Joint Comprehensive Plan…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context Tamil Nadu’s resistance to the three-language policy under NEP 2020 reignites debates on language imposition, regional identity, and educational flexibility. NEP 2020 on Language Instruction NEP 2020, which replaced the 1986 education policy,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India is the largest producer and exporter of spices but holds only 0.7% of the $14 billion global seasoning market. In contrast, China and the U.S. hold 12% and 11% shares, respectively. Spice Export and Value Addition India…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The United States Supreme Court rejected the plea of 2008 Mumbai terror attack accused, Tahawwur Hussain Rana, against his extradition to India. This decision follows multiple legal challenges filed by Rana, ultimately leading to the dismissal of his final appeal.  Analysis of…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Vulnerable Sections Context The Supreme Court has taken up a case regarding the poor treatment of disabled prisoners in Indian prisons. A petition highlighted the suffering of disabled inmates, such as Professor G.N. Saibaba and Stan Swamy, due…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Trump administration’s decision to halt USAID funding as part of its foreign aid realignment will disrupt key health, technology, and environmental programs in India.  Analysis of the news:  What is the US Agency for International Development? USAID…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Union government has introduced AI Kosha, a platform for non-personal data to help develop AI models. It currently has 316 datasets, mainly for creating or validating language translation tools for Indian languages. What is AI Kosha? AI Kosha…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context U.S. President Donald Trump has changed America’s policy on the Ukraine war, leading to disagreements between the U.S. and Ukraine. A public dispute between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mr. Trump occurred in the Oval Office, after which…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context On December 30, 2024, a 500 kg metal object fell in Kenya, identified as a part of a space-bound rocket. Similar incidents in the U.S. and Australia highlight the growing problem of space debris. Space Debris and…