(Source – Indian Express, Section – Economy – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS3 – Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The Union Cabinet approved the formation of the South Coast Railway (SCoR) zone, making it the 18th zone of Indian Railways. Analysis of the news: Creation of the South Coast Railway Zone The Union…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context ● The Supreme Court is currently hearing a case regarding the Governor’s powers in the legislative process, focusing on Article 200 of the Constitution. Analysis of the news: Governor’s Role in the Legislative Process Tamil Nadu argues that…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, marking the first cut since May 2020. Repo Rate Cut After 57 Months This…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context On January 30, 2024, the Supreme Court allowed High Courts to appoint retired judges on an ad-hoc basis. Supreme Court’s Decision on Ad-hoc Judges These judges can only hear criminal appeals and must work as part…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context Shankar Dhange has been fighting against the private diagnostics sector in Maharashtra after his sister’s death, allegedly caused by incorrect test results before her surgery. The case highlights the problem of unqualified personnel signing off on…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context India has shifted its climate strategy by prioritizing economic growth and climate adaptation over emission reduction. Analysis of the news: Prioritizing Adaptation Over Mitigation Economic Growth as a Climate Shield Global Climate Action on the Back Burner Maintaining a…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced he would not attend the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg, citing concerns over South Africa’s policies. Analysis of the news: What is G20? South Africa’s Case Against Israel at…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article discusses Africa’s mineral wealth, the impact of U.S. trade policies under Donald Trump, and the continent’s struggle to choose between global powers for resource development. The U.S. Trade Policies and Africa’s Dilemma President Donald Trump’s trade…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context The Supreme Court of India directed Rajasthan to map and classify sacred groves as community reserves, creating a conflict with the Forest Rights Act of 2006. Supreme Court’s Order on Sacred Groves On December 18, 2024, the Supreme Court…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article explores the differences between human and artificial intelligence, highlighting their unique strengths and weaknesses, particularly in learning, adaptability, and energy efficiency. AI’s Rapid Advancement AI has evolved from simple data categorization to performing highly complex…