1. Governor’s Role and Federalism: Upholding Constitutional Morality(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – (Polity & Governance – Federalism; Media Ethics) Context The editorial comments on Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan’s refusal to read the government-drafted address in the state assembly. Content: Incident: The Kerala Governor omitted parts of the policy address critical of…
1. Just a Lunch(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – International Relations (India–US–Pakistan relations) Context This editorial analyzes the implications of the informal meeting between US officials (including former President Trump) and Pakistan’s Army Chief General Munir, highlighting why India need not worry about symbolic interactions. India–US Strategic Calculus The meeting is symbolic…
1. Playing with Fire(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Internal Security Context The editorial discusses the growing global risks associated with the targeting of nuclear facilities amid conflicts, especially in Iran and Ukraine, and emphasizes the fragile balance of energy and deterrence diplomacy. Nuclear Risks in Warzones In…
1. Missing: Global Leadership(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: International Relations, Global Governance Context The article highlights the deepening leadership vacuum in global politics amidst escalating conflicts (Ukraine-Russia, India-Pakistan, Israel-Gaza/Iran) and the failure of major powers and institutions to manage them. Collapse of Multilateral Order: Institutions like the UN, G7, and even Western-led…
1. Engaging a Divided West(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: International Relations Context PM Modi’s participation in the G7 summit is an opportunity for India to evaluate the evolving dynamics of Western alliances amid global uncertainties. India’s Strategic Opportunity India is leveraging the G7 platform to shape multipolarity and secure national interests. Modi’s…
1. Tracking the Monsoon(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1 – Geographical Phenomena, GS3 – Agriculture & Food Security Context The editorial highlights the stalled progress of the 2025 southwest monsoon after an early onset. It warns that although oceanic conditions remain favorable, disrupted land heating and weather anomalies may affect rainfall distribution —…
1. After the Crash(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management, GS2 – Governance Context The tragic crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad, resulting in over 250 casualties, has raised serious concerns about aviation safety, pilot training, aircraft maintenance, and regulatory accountability in India. Background of the Incident A Boeing…
1. The Cooling Effect(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy (Inflation, Food Security) Context Retail inflation has shown signs of easing due to reduced food prices, but future inflation trends now hinge on the monsoon’s performance. Food Inflation Trends: CPI-based retail inflation dropped to 4.75% in May 2025, while food inflation…
1. Slowing down(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Indian Economy Context The World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects report highlights slowing global growth and its implications for developing countries, including India. Global Economic Forecast Global growth forecast for 2024 lowered to 2.6%. Developing countries are expected to slow to 3.9% growth. India’s Economic Outlook…
1. Border Vigils(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 2: Governance, Fundamental Rights, Migration Context The Assam government’s decision to operationalize the 1950 Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act against suspected illegal immigrants, including the use of detention and deportation, has raised questions about constitutional safeguards and procedural justice, especially under NRC and related…
