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(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…

(Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s state visit to India, emphasizing renewed bilateral cooperation to strengthen economic, trade, and regional partnerships in South Asia.  Sri Lanka’s President Visits India: Strengthening Bilateral Ties Sri Lanka’s new President, Anura…

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● Generic medicines are crucial for healthcare affordability, especially in a country with high out-of-pocket expenses. ● However, inconsistent quality control, decentralised regulation, and inadequate enforcement of standards undermine their efficacy and safety. ● Strengthening India’s…

Strengthening the roots of an agri-carbon market (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context ● Carbon markets offer an opportunity to transform Indian agriculture by incentivizing sustainable practices while addressing climate change. ● However, challenges like socio-economic exclusivity, lack of training, and delayed payments hinder their…