(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context ● The UNCCD’s COP16 in Saudi Arabia concluded without a binding drought protocol, despite increasing global drought challenges costing $300 billion annually. ● African nations strongly advocated for binding agreements, but developed countries pushed for…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context ● COP29 in Baku approved standards for establishing an international carbon market, emphasizing its potential to reduce global emissions. ● Carbon markets enable trading carbon credits to internalize environmental costs and curb pollution. ●…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context ● The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) introduces Section 69, criminalizing sexual intercourse through “deceitful means,” including false promises of marriage. ● This law addresses gaps in earlier provisions but raises concerns about gender bias, evidence collection, and its…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 21) Topic: GS1 – History Context: The Kalyan civil court dismissed the ownership claim by the Majlis-e-Mushawarat Masajid-O-Awqaf Kalyan trust over certain properties within Durgadi Fort. These included a mosque, idgah wall, prayer ground, and a well. The court deemed the suit, filed in 1976, “barred by limitation,” as…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: Amidst contentious debates, the Lok Sabha passed the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which seeks to repeal the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, and incorporate its provisions into the Railways Act, 1989. While the Bill’s contents faced limited criticism, broader concerns about the railway…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context ● Beijing successfully reduced its air pollution over two decades, offering valuable lessons for Delhi, which faces similar pollution challenges. ● Despite sharing common sources of pollution, Delhi’s efforts have been hindered by a…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: The Union Cabinet approved two Bills to introduce simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, as well as for Delhi and Union Territory Assemblies. The proposal is likely to be discussed in the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament and may…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: A tigress in Siliguri zoo accidentally killed her three newborn cubs, sparking discussions about similar occurrences in captivity. The deaths were attributed to damage inflicted while carrying the cubs, highlighting the complexities of maternal behavior in captive animals. Analysis of News: …
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: India’s economic growth rate slowed to 5.4% in Q2 FY24, raising concerns over subdued demand driven by low income growth in the corporate sector. Despite a 4x rise in corporate profits over four years, compounded annual wage growth across six…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The increasing use of space technology necessitates a critical examination of its environmental impact. Without proper regulation and sustainable practices, these factors threaten the future of space exploration and Earth’s climate. International cooperation and innovative solutions…