 1. Grave new world: human-induced loss of elders threatens various species (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation – Important species Context The article discusses the vital role of elder animals in ecosystems, highlighting their contributions to species survival and conservation. Importance of Elders in…
1. ‘U.S.-India ties will be strengthened, but expect tariff hikes’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context In an exclusive interview, Trump’s former envoy discussed potential shifts in U.S.-India relations during his second term. Strengthening Strategic Ties Trade Relations: Tariffs and Market…
1. Climate disasters in 2024 wreaked havoc worldwide, causing losses (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation Context The year 2024 marked the hottest in history, with unprecedented climate disasters globally, fueled by rising temperatures and warmer oceans. Extreme weather events caused…
1. A global polio resurgence and the need to reevaluate the basics (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The resurgence of polio, including vaccine-derived strains, highlights the global risk of incomplete eradication efforts. Surveillance, vaccination gaps, and the debate over transmission routes…
1. 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…
 1. 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…
1. 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…
1. New undersea cables to boost India’s digital connectivity (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context India is expanding its undersea cable network with the India Asia Xpress (IAX) and India Europe Xpress (IEX) systems, enhancing connectivity with Asia and Europe. This reflects…
1. Disability and queer health in medical education — India under the lens (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context India’s National Medical Commission (NMC) faces criticism for excluding disability and queer rights in its curriculum, impacting marginalized communities. Globally, these issues remain underrepresented in…
1. Formulate policy to manage sacred groves, SC tells govt. (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to develop a policy for managing sacred groves across India, recognizing their cultural and ecological importance. These forests, traditionally protected by local…