1. CEC slams exit polls, trends on TV channels; calls for corrective steps (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar criticised the distortion caused by exit polls, highlighting the gap between expectations and actual results. He called for transparency in exit…
1. India-Canada Diplomatic Row Escalates: Expulsions, Allegations, and Security Concerns Intensify Tensions (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India has ordered the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats and announced the withdrawal of its High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats from Canada. This move comes in response to…
1. Why precision medicine in India can’t advance without biobank laws (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Precision medicine, driven by genomics and emerging technologies like gene editing and mRNA therapeutics, is transforming healthcare globally. India’s biobanking ecosystem is growing but faces challenges…
1. RBI holds rate at 6.5%, shifts stance to ‘neutral’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has maintained its benchmark interest rate at 6.5% for the tenth consecutive time while shifting its stance to “neutral.” This change indicates…
1. What does USCIRF report say about India? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released a report highlighting deteriorating religious freedom in India, citing violence against minorities and government repression. India’s Ministry of External Affairs…
1. India signs $750-mn currency swap deal with forex-starved Maldives (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International relations Context India’s recent $750 million currency swap agreement with the Maldives aims to alleviate the island nation’s foreign currency crisis. This partnership emphasises India’s commitment to supporting the Maldives…
1. Muizzu to meet Modi, request India’s support over looming economic crisis (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s state visit to India comes amid a looming economic crisis and significant debt repayments. During his talks with Prime…
1. Maharashtra Government Introduces Rs 50 Daily Subsidy to Preserve Indigenous Cow Breeds Amid Declining Populations (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context: The Maharashtra government has introduced a subsidy of Rs 50 per animal per day for gaushalas (cattlesheds) that care for indigenous breeds of cows, with the aim…
1. Annual Floods Ravage North Bihar: Geography and Embankments Worsen Crisis for 15.76 Lakh Residents (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 17) Topic: GS1 – Geography Context: North Bihar is severely impacted by floods annually, affecting around 15.76 lakh people in 17 districts this year. Monsoon floods destroy crops, livestock, and force people to rely…
1. Israel suffers 8 casualties in Lebanon operation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Israel’s ground incursion into Lebanon escalated tensions in West Asia, leading to the deaths of eight Israeli soldiers. The conflict was triggered by Iran’s missile attack on Israel, prompting retaliatory…