1. Union Cabinet Approves PMGSY-IV: ₹70,125 Crore for 62,500 km of Rural Roads to Connect 25,000 Villages (Source: Indian Express; Section: Express Network; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the fourth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) to construct 62,500 km of all-weather…
1. Remove obstacles in the country’s research ecosystem, says Modi (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education, GS3 – Science and Technology Context Prime Minister Modi chaired the first meeting of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation’s Governing Board, emphasising innovation in India’s research ecosystem….
1. India, UAE ink pact for civil nuclear cooperation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context India and the UAE have signed a landmark MoU for civil nuclear cooperation, marking their first such agreement. This follows a trilateral initiative with France and…
1. On uncommon cyclones in the Arabian Sea (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS1 – Geography – Important Geophysical phenomena – Cyclones Context The Indian Ocean’s unique features, including its connection to the Pacific and Southern Oceans, and its monsoonal circulation, influence cyclone patterns. Recent events like Cyclone…
1. PM Modi’s Southeast Asia Visit Strengthens Semiconductor Ties with Singapore, Expands Act East Engagement (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations; GS3 – Indian Economy Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Brunei and Singapore focused on strengthening partnerships in trade, defense, and semiconductors, advancing India’s Act East Policy…
1. Centre suggests measures to enhance security at hospitals (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The Union Health Ministry has proposed enhanced security measures for hospitals, including employing ex-servicemen and integrating with local police, following a recent consultation. This comes after the…
1. India’s BioE3 Policy: Pioneering Sustainable Economic Transformation Through Biotechnology (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 16) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The article discusses India’s BioE3 policy, which aims to drive sustainable economic growth by integrating biotechnology into industrial and manufacturing processes. Analysis of News: Overview of the BioE3 Policy Potential of…
1. Next-generation sequencing to map genetic blueprint of indigenous cattle Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Context The National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) focuses on conserving indigenous cattle breeds using advanced genetic technologies and developing vaccines to combat livestock diseases. Under the DBT’s…
1. Record Surge in Undocumented Indian Crossings from Canada to the US Raises Concerns Over Visa Policies and Border Security (Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: The article highlights a record increase in undocumented Indian crossings from Canada to the US, driven by visa policies and border…
1. Era of uninterrupted dialogue with Pak. is over, says Jaishankar (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – India and its neighbourhood. Context External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar declared the end of the era of “uninterrupted dialogue” with Pakistan, reflecting strained relations since 2016 due…