(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article highlights the controversy surrounding the UGC’s 2025 draft regulations. Analysis of the news: VC Appointment Process: Current and Proposed Framework State-Centre Disputes Over VC Appointments Several states, especially those with non-BJP governments, oppose the enhanced role…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context Kerala faces rising maternal mortality rates due to declining birth rates, impacting social fabric and demographic shifts in the state. Kerala’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) Decline in Fertility Rate Impact of Migration and Social Changes Challenges…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have accused each other of manipulating electoral rolls ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, reigniting the debate on linking voter IDs with Aadhaar numbers. Background of the Proposal…
(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…