(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture, GS3 – Environment Context Researchers from Stanford University, found that coal-fired power plants in India are reducing rice and wheat yields by up to 10% in several states. How NO2 Affects Crops The study focuses on nitrogen dioxide (NO2), a…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The President of the European Commission and 21 EU Commissioners are visiting India for two days. Historic Visit by EU Leaders This is an unprecedented visit, as the EU has never sent such a large delegation to any…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The Centre and Tamil Nadu government are in disagreement over the three-language policy in schools under the New Education Policy (NEP), 2020. Background The Union government has linked compliance with the policy to the release of…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Express Network- Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context Two tunnel collapses occurred in India—one in Uttarakhand’s Silkyara tunnel trapping 41 workers (later rescued) and another in Telangana’s SLBC tunnel trapping eight workers, with rescue operations underway amid greater challenges. Analysis of the news: Background Two…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 18) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The United States voted with Russia against its European allies on Ukraine-related UN resolutions, signaling a major US policy shift, while India maintained its strategic neutrality by abstaining. Analysis of the news: Setbacks for the US at the…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Economy- Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s textile industry is facing sluggish growth and declining export competitiveness due to fragmented supply chains, high production costs, and rising sustainability compliance requirements. Analysis of the news Overview of India’s Textile Industry India’s textile industry is the…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 12) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context India is strategically shifting towards reducing the consumption of high-analysis imported fertilisers like urea, DAP, and MOP by promoting balanced alternatives such as ammonium phosphate sulphate (APS) to ensure nutrient efficiency and reduce import dependence. Analysis of the news:…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The rise of digital platforms has led to surveillance capitalism, where personal data is extracted and monetized. This raises concerns over privacy, autonomy, and corporate control. Understanding Surveillance Capitalism Surveillance capitalism is an economic system where companies collect, analyze,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Scientists are exploring whether gravity follows quantum mechanics by designing experiments to test its superposition and entanglement. If proven, this could help unify gravity with other fundamental forces. Conflict Between General Relativity and Quantum Mechanics General relativity…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context The ₹7,056-crore outer harbour project at VOC port in Thoothukudi is being revived after facing delays for over 20 years. Need for an Outer Harbour The size of container ships has increased significantly, with some extending…