(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Former US President Donald Trump suggested recognising Crimea as Russian territory, reversing longstanding American policy. This aligns with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s narrative and risks legitimising the 2014 annexation, potentially undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty and setting a dangerous precedent for…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 2) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Defence Technology and Innovations Context The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully demonstrated a major milestone in hypersonic technology by ground-testing an Active Cooled Scramjet Subscale Combustor for more than 1,000 seconds, paving the way for indigenous hypersonic cruise missile…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 2 Topic: GS Paper 2 – Polity and Governance Context Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar, while inaugurating a two-day conference of Vice-Chancellors (V-Cs) organized by Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi, emphasized the constitutional responsibility of Governors and highlighted the importance of academic freedom, tolerance for diverse ideas, and innovation in…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition, Page 3) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations, GS Paper 3- Defence Technology Context India and France are set to formally conclude a ₹63,000 crore government-to-government (G-to-G) deal for 26 Rafale-M (Marine version) fighter jets. This major defence acquisition is aimed at strengthening the Indian Navy’s aircraft carrier…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 17) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context The brutal killing of 26 tourists in Baisaran, near Pahalgam, by five terrorists underscores the persistent threat of cross-border terrorism. The attackers, suspected to be Pakistani nationals, disappeared into the dense Pir Panjal jungles — an area notorious for…
(Source – Page 7, The Hindu, 25 April 2025 (International Edition) Topic: GS1 – World History / Environmental History GS2 – Health Governance / Global Institutions GS3 – Science & Technology / Epidemiology / Environmental Sustainability Context A thought-provoking article in The Hindu draws attention to the overlooked yet historically powerful impact of mosquito-borne…
(Source – Front Page, The Hindu, 25 April 2025) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, India-Pakistan Relations Context In retaliation to India’s decisions post the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan has escalated its response by shutting its airspace to Indian airliners, halting all trade, and initiating severaldiplomatic downgrades. Nature of Pakistan’s Measures 1. Airspace Closure Pakistan closed…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 19) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, India has announced the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960. The decision was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security, led by Prime Minister…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page 1 & 12) Context SC criticized Tamil Nadu minister Senthilbalaji for remaining in office while out on bail in a money laundering case. The court remarked that bail was granted on liberty grounds and not case merits, and his post could influence trial integrity. Separation of Powers…
(Source – Front Page + Pages 4, 12, 13 & 16; Editorial on Page 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, India-Pakistan relations Context In response to the terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians, India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960. The CCS, chaired by PM Modi, announced five key measures…