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We want to be among the top five maritime nations by 2047

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The article discusses the Indian government’s initiatives and targets for the maritime sector. ● This includes Maritime Vision 2047, the development of maritime infrastructure, cruise tourism, and legislative reforms. ● Key reforms like the Coastal…

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₹45,000-cr. Ken-Betwa link project launched

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context ● The Ken-Betwa river-linking project aims to address water scarcity in Bundelkhand by linking two rivers, improving irrigation, drinking water supply, and energy generation. ● The project involves building canals, dams, hydropower, and…

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How the 2004 Indian Ocean quake transformed tsunami science

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context ● The 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters in history, highlighted the vulnerability of coastal regions to massive seismic events. ● It spurred advancements in tsunami warning systems and scientific research. ●…

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India’s reliance on China for critical minerals

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations,  GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s dependency on China for critical minerals poses significant challenges to its economic and national security. With China dominating mineral reserves, processing, and refining, India’s vulnerability in sectors like electronics, energy, and defense has…

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ISFR-2023: Marginal Gains in Green Cover Mask Alarming Loss of Natural Forests

(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The ISFR-2023 report highlights India’s marginal green cover growth while raising concerns over the replacement of natural dense forests with monoculture plantations. Analysis of News:  What are the Key findings of ISFR 2023? Marginal Gains in India’s Green Cover Trends in Forest Density…

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Will satellite broadband services truly be a game-changer?

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context India faces a significant broadband penetration gap, hindering its digital growth. The ongoing debate over spectrum allocation for satellite-based communication (satcom) has sparked concerns among legacy telecom operators and new satellite players. While satcom is seen as…

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Understanding the Working Principle of Speed Guns

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context A speed gun measures the speed of moving objects using electromagnetic radiation and the Doppler effect. It has applications in law enforcement, sports, and other industries. While effective, its limitations in accuracy have led to the use…

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India and Kuwait Elevate Ties to Strategic Partnership, Strengthening Trade, Defence, and Regional Cooperation

(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…

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In big update, minimum possible mass of dark matter particles revised

(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….

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Understanding the Rupee’s Depreciation: Causes, Dynamics, and Implications

(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…