1. Research questions ‘iron deficiency’ as key cause of anaemia in India (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context A study suggests that iron deficiency may not be the only cause of anaemia in India.Other factors like Vitamin B12 deficiency and air pollution…
 1. Phased Ceasefire in Gaza: Prisoner Swaps, Military Withdrawals, and Fragile Progress Toward Stability (Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context A phased ceasefire deal was brokered in Doha, Qatar, aiming to address the Gaza conflict. Analysis of the news: Phased Ceasefire and Exchange…
 1. ‘Strange’ particle possesses mass when moving in one direction, not another (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Physicists are discovering new and unusual subatomic particles, like semi-Dirac fermions, which help expand our understanding of matter and the laws of nature. Understanding Subatomic…
1. India-Bangladesh Border Fencing Dispute: Balancing Security, Agreements, and Diplomacy (Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The India-Bangladesh border dispute over fencing remains a contentious issue, with Bangladesh raising objections to India’s ongoing construction activities, citing bilateral agreements and potential disruptions to residents….
1. Kerala’s maternal mortality ratio climbs as fertility levels fall to a new low (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context Kerala faces rising maternal mortality rates due to declining birth rates, impacting social fabric and demographic shifts in the state. Kerala’s Maternal…
1. 2024 was the first year to breach global warming limit, show data (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context In 2024, global temperatures surpassed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, signaling a climate crisis, with urgent calls for emissions reductions and financial support for vulnerable nations. Humanity’s…
1. Decoding India’s growth slowdown (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s real GDP growth rate for 2024-25 is forecasted to drop to 6.4% from 8.2% in 2023-24. Decline in GDP Growth Discrepancies in Data Estimation What is GDP Deflation? GDP deflation is the…
1. Why is deciphering the Indus script important? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS1 – Indian History – Ancient History Context Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a $1-million prize for decoding the Indus Valley Civilisation (IVC) script. This initiative coincided with the centenary of the IVC’s…
1. GDP growth projected to fall to four-year low at 6.4% (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The National Statistics Office (NSO) projects India’s real GDP growth for 2024-25 at 6.4%, a four-year low, compared to 8.2% in 2023-24. The economy, which grew 6%…
1. Decoding the National Anthem controversy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context On January 6, Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi left the Legislative Assembly without delivering his customary address after the National Anthem was not played before his scheduled address. The Governor had previously…