1. Opposition Pushes for Deputy Speaker Post Amid Strengthened Position in Lok Sabha (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 14) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context: With the increased strength of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, there is a renewed push for the Deputy Speaker’s post. The 17th Lok Sabha (2019-24) did not have a Deputy Speaker,…
1. J&K DGP Advocates Use of Stringent Enemy Agents Ordinance Against Militant Supporters (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Internal Security Context: The Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP), RR Swain, recently emphasized the importance of stringent measures against those assisting militants in J&K. He advocated for the use of…
1. Sherds with geometric symbols unearthed during excavations at Perumbalai in T.N. (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 2) Topic: GS1 – Indian History – Ancient History Context Tamil Nadu’s Department of Archaeology has uncovered ancient graffiti-marked potsherds at Perumbalai, Dharmapuri district, dating back to the 6th Century BCE. The findings,…
1. India’s Business Activity Surges in June with Fastest Job Creation in 18 Years: HSBC Survey (Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 19) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: Recent gains in manufacturing and services sectors have significantly bolstered business activity in India. According to an HSBC survey, June witnessed the fastest job creation rate…
1. Four Years After Galwan: India-China Border Tensions Remain Unresolved Amid Diplomatic and Strategic Maneuvers (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 18) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: The border standoff between India and China remains unresolved four years after the Galwan clashes on June 15, 2020. With approximately 50,000 to 60,000 troops…
1. Controversy Surrounds Great Nicobar Island Infrastructure Project: Balancing Development and Environmental Concerns (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 14) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Issues arising out of their design & implementation GS3 – Environment – Environment Pollution and Degradation Context: The Congress party has raised serious concerns about the proposed Rs 72,000-crore infrastructure…
1. Kerala Migration Survey 2023: Surge in Returnees, Shift in Destinations, and Rising Female Emigration (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies– Interventions for development in various sectors Context: The Kerala Migration Survey (KMS) 2023 report, released in Thiruvananthapuram, provides a comprehensive overview of migration patterns in Kerala. Conducted…
1. Government looks at tax rate cut to boost demand Topic: GS3– Government Budgeting Context: There is a decrease in the demand in the economy that triggers the vicious cycle, thereby decreasing investment and employment. This calls for taking measures to boost the economy. There are two options available: first is increasing welfare spending, and second…
1. Dividing a culture (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture Context The division of cultural artefacts between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, including Buddha relics and historical manuscripts, follows the bifurcation plan post-Hyderabad’s status change. This process aims to distribute heritage based on acquisition…
1. G7 Leaders Agree on $50 Billion Loan Plan for Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Assets (Source: Indian Express; Section: The World) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies reached a landmark agreement to provide $50 billion in loans for Ukraine, using interest generated from Russian sovereign assets frozen…