1. New Bill to give statutory powers to Railway Board (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims to grant statutory powers to the Railway Board and improve its autonomy. By merging provisions…
1. DNA profiling and its value in establishing guilt or innocence (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The use of DNA profiling in criminal investigations is often perceived as definitive in determining guilt or innocence. However, recent cases and judicial insights highlight its…
1. Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill, amends provision on LTCG tax (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Finance Bill, 2024 was passed by the Lok Sabha, incorporating an amendment on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax, allowing taxpayers to choose between a new lower…
1. Earthquake 2,500 years ago abruptly changed Ganga river’s course (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS1 – Geography Context A 2024 study revealed that an ancient Ganges river avulsion 2,500 years ago was triggered by a major earthquake. Sand dikes formed by liquefaction provided evidence, highlighting the devastating…
1. On doorstep delivery of alcohol (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS1 – Indian Society Context The article examines India’s rising alcohol consumption and the potential impact of doorstep delivery on public health and safety. It discusses arguments for and against such a policy, highlighting revenue generation, potential…
1. Tourism has the potential to contribute to India’s achievement of being the third-largest Economy: Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2041133 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The 7th India International Hospitality Expo (IHE 2024) was inaugurated by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, highlighting its role in promoting India’s hospitality industry globally. He…
1. Government Approves Rs 50,655 Crore for 936 km High-Speed Corridors, Revives PPP Model (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover page; Page: 01) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railway etc. Context: The Union government has approved eight national high-speed corridor projects, totaling 936 km of highways at a cost of…
1. 4 dead as cloudbursts wreak havoc in Himachal Pradesh (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Disaster And Disaster Management Context In Himachal Pradesh, four people have died and 49 are missing due to cloudbursts in Shimla, Mandi, and Kullu districts, causing severe flooding and damage. Torrential…
1. Privilege breach proceedings against MLAs can continue in next Assembly: Madras HC (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 2) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The Madras High Court ruled that breach of privilege proceedings against MLAs can continue even after the dissolution of the Assembly, emphasising the…
1. 122 dead as landslides flatten Wayanad villages (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Disaster and disaster management Context A devastating series of landslides in Vythiri taluk, Wayanad district, Kerala, killed at least 122 people and injured 197, with the death toll expected to rise….