(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuwait marked a historic moment as the two nations elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership, focusing on key areas such as trade, defence, and energy. This upgrade signals a commitment to deeper collaboration in…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Recent studies have revised the minimum mass of dark matter particles, suggesting a higher threshold than previously thought. This finding, based on the analysis of the Leo II dwarf galaxy, challenges earlier assumptions about dark matter’s distribution….
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The article explains the factors driving the Indian rupee’s depreciation against the US dollar, its implications, and the underlying economic dynamics. Analysis of News: Understanding the Exchange Rate Factors Influencing Exchange Rates Trade of Goods Trade in Services Investments Underlying Drivers of…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The IPBES report highlights the critical need for integrated, synergistic approaches to address interconnected global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, and food insecurity. Analysis of News: Interlinked Global Challenges: Climate, Biodiversity, and Hunger The latest report by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS1 – Indian History Context ● The Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, enacted to protect secularism – bars altering the religious character of sites as they existed on August 15, 1947. ● Recent judicial remarks and lower court actions ordering surveys…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: The article explores Sri Lankan President AKD’s visit to India, focusing on security assurances, developmental cooperation, and evolving bilateral dynamics amid strategic and domestic priorities. Analysis of News: Assurances on Security and Regional Stability Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake (AKD) assured…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuwait, the first in 43 years, aims to strengthen India-Kuwait ties by addressing untapped potential in trade, energy, and strategic partnerships. ● Kuwait holds significant strategic and economic importance in the…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The Supreme Court of India resolved a 15-year debate by classifying coconut oil as an edible oil for taxation purposes. This decision ensures a lower tax rate (5% under GST) compared to the higher rate (18%) applied to haircare products. Analysis of News: …
Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context ● The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, proposes aligning the tenures of the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies to a fixed five-year term. ● It aims to streamline elections and reduce costs while preserving mid-term…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The article highlights India’s pivotal economic prospects and challenges in 2025, focusing on growth dynamics, policy reforms, and global uncertainties. India in 2025: A Year of Economic Milestones and Challenges The year 2025 is poised to be transformative for the…