(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology Context: A recent study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia reveals that semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist used in diabetes management, may reduce Alzheimer’s disease (AD) risk by up to 70% in individuals with type 2 diabetes. This finding positions semaglutide as potentially…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice GS4 – Ethics Context: In response to the Supreme Court’s 2018 and 2023 rulings, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare introduced draft guidelines for the withdrawal of life support in terminally ill patients. These guidelines aim to standardize the process across states…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● India achieved a significant public health victory by eliminating trachoma as a health problem on October 8, 2024, marking a milestone in reducing its prevalence despite ongoing challenges. ● This success underscores the importance of…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context ● Germany and India are finalising a logistics support agreement to enhance defence cooperation. ● This arrangement aims to facilitate joint exercises and support co-development of defence equipment. Analysis of the news: India and Germany…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The article discusses the Supreme Court’s ruling affirming states’ authority to tax industrial alcohol, reinforcing their control over revenue from intoxicating liquors. Analysis of News: What is Industrial Alcohol? Industrial alcohol, unlike alcoholic beverages, is not meant for human consumption (denatured). It finds applications…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology GS3 – Environment Context: The article explores the potential of using diamond dust in solar radiation management (SRM) as a geoengineering solution to mitigate global warming, while discussing the challenges and risks associated with such interventions. Analysis of News: Spraying Diamond Dust:…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The article discusses the key objectives of the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16). Analysis of News: UN Biodiversity Conference and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) Countries are currently meeting in Cali, Colombia, for the UN Biodiversity Conference, preceding the annual climate…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context ● The Supreme Court upheld Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, which grants citizenship to Assam migrants who entered before March 25, 1971. ● This provision stems from the 1985 Assam Accord to manage migration during the…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Indian constitution – Significant Provisions Context ● The Supreme Court reaffirmed that secularism is an integral part of the Basic Structure of the Indian Constitution while hearing petitions challenging the inclusion of “socialist” and “secular” in the Preamble….
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: India and China have reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, which marks significant progress in resolving the military standoff that began in 2020. This development aims to restore peace and stability…