1. Rahul Gandhi’s Abhayamudra Gesture: A Call for Fearlessness in Indian Politics (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 09) Topic: GS1 – History – Indian Culture Context: In his first speech as Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi invoked the abhayamudra, a gesture symbolizing reassurance and freedom from fear. He portrayed the…
1. What is on the agenda for the 16th Finance Commission? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Constitutional Bodies Context The 16th Finance Commission is examining the fiscal health and funding needs of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), emphasising the need for enhanced intergovernmental transfers…
1. Should education be brought back to the State list? (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The article discusses the historical and current governance of education in India.It seeks to contrast state and central roles post-independence and highlighting recent controversies in national…
1. South African Researchers Inject Radioactive Material into Rhino Horns to Combat Poaching (Source: Indian Express; Section: The World) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context: Researchers in South Africa have begun a unique initiative to combat rhino poaching by injecting radioactive material into rhino horns. This project aims to use existing radiation detection systems…
1. India and U.S. in talks for Stryker infantry vehicles (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International relations – Bilateral Relations Context India and the U.S. are in early discussions about co-producing Stryker infantry vehicles and Javelin anti-tank missiles, enhancing defence collaboration. Progress is also noted in…
1. Prolonged exposure to coal mining causes respiratory, skin diseases in workers: study (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context A survey by the National Foundation for India revealed widespread health issues in six coal mining districts due to pollutants, affecting respiratory and…
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…
