(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● Donald Trump proposes a significant increase in NATO members’ defence spending to 5% of GDP, sparking debates about feasibility amid security concerns, particularly over Russia’s actions. Proposal for NATO Defence Spending Increase: Trump’s Proposal: S. President-elect Donald…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS1 – Geography Context The article highlights the unprecedented winter wildfires in Los Angeles. Analysis of the news: What Are Wildfires? ● Wildfires are uncontrolled fires that spread rapidly across forests, grasslands, or urban areas, fueled by dry vegetation and wind. ●…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context ● In 2024, global temperatures surpassed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, signaling a climate crisis, with urgent calls for emissions reductions and financial support for vulnerable nations. Humanity’s Shift Towards Climate Crisis 2024 marked the first year when the global…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● India’s real GDP growth rate for 2024-25 is forecasted to drop to 6.4% from 8.2% in 2023-24. Decline in GDP Growth This estimate is below the 6.5% to 7% range projected in the Economic Survey of July…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Express Network – Page No. – 09) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context The article discusses the tragedy of workers trapped in a flooded rat-hole mine in Assam. Analysis of the news: Coal Mine Tragedy in Assam What is Rat-Hole Mining? Rat-hole mining is a traditional and hazardous method…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management Context ●The Supreme Court criticized the Union government for failing to implement the Dam Safety Act, 2021, to ensure dam safety and prevent disasters. Analysis of the news: The Supreme Court criticized the Union government for not…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS1 – Indian History – Ancient History Context ● Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a $1-million prize for decoding the Indus Valley Civilisation (IVC) script. ● This initiative coincided with the centenary of the IVC’s discovery, first reported in September 1924…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Cover Page – Page No. – 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a meeting with Afghanistan’s acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in Dubai, marking a significant upgrade in India’s engagement with the Taliban regime. Analysis of the news: Key Issues Discussed…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context ● The article explores the groundbreaking discoveries made using Caenorhabditis elegans, a model organism. ● It has helped in understanding genetic regulation, cell death, RNA interference, and gene expression. Caenorhabditis Elegans: ● Caenorhabditis elegans is a…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● The National Statistics Office (NSO) projects India’s real GDP growth for 2024-25 at 6.4%, a four-year low, compared to 8.2% in 2023-24. ● The economy, which grew 6% in the first half of 2024-25, is expected to…