1. Advancing equity, from COVID-19 to Mpox (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context This article discusses the global response to the mpox (formerly monkeypox) outbreak, which has been declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by the WHO. It emphasises…
1. A SYSTEM TO BANK ON (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 08) Topic: GS2– Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors Context: The article discusses the impact and progress of India’s financial inclusion initiative, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), launched in 2014. What is Pradhan Mantri…
1. On SEBI chairperson’s conflicts of interests (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Important aspects of governance – Transparency and accountability, GS4 – Ethics – Ethics in civil services & public administration: Context Hindenburg Research’s report exposed conflicts of interest involving SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Buch,…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context: The Union Health Ministry plans to double the insurance cover under Ayushman Bharat from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh per family, with an additional increase to Rs 15 lakh for women in specific cases. This expansion is…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ●Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine, the first by an Indian leader since its independence, highlights India’s balancing role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. ●The visit focused on peace efforts, humanitarian cooperation, and strengthening bilateral relations, amidst concerns…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS1 – Geography Context: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India clarified that the recent floods in eastern Bangladesh were not caused by the release of water from the Dumbur dam in Tripura, as some social media accounts had claimed. Analysis of…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: Chandrayaan-3’s findings provide new insights into the composition and formation of the Moon’s southern latitudes, supporting the lunar magma ocean hypothesis. Analysis of News: What is the Chandrayaan 3 Mission? The Chandrayaan 3 Mission was launched using the LVM3 rocket system….
Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Context ● The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 has sparked intense debate in Parliament, with opposition parties objecting to excessive government control, non-Muslim board members, and deed record requirements. ● Criticism also includes concerns about the District Collector’s role and…
Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Context ● India’s crumbling healthcare infrastructure, exacerbated by the current severe heatwave, has led to overcrowded, poorly ventilated hospitals where patients suffer from heat-related illnesses. ● The lack of adequate cooling and poor management contribute to worsened…