Indian Express 18- December-2023 1. Assam Rifles plans op changes for deployment on LAC, if required Topic: GS3 – Border Management This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of border security and security forces. Context: The Assam Rifles is planning critical operational changes so that it…
Indian Express 16- December-2023 1. On the farm, and beyond Topic: GS3 – Agricultural Resources, Govt Policies and intervention This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for mains in the context of farm mechanization in Indian Agriculture sector. Context: The focus of the article is on India’s current situation with…
Indian Express 15- December-2023 1. The nature of the future Topic: GS3 – Environment Context: The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) held its 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) on December 13, underscoring the pressing need for international action to address the climate issue. The summit served as the first worldwide stocktake required by the…
Indian Express 14- December-2023 1. Power play in Ladakh Topic: GS2- Polity and Governance Context: ·      The recent ruling by the Supreme Court supporting the establishment of a distinct Union Territory for Ladakh has clarified the constitution and established a future course for the area. ·      Residents of Kargil and Leh have greeted the ruling…
Indian Express 13- December-2023 1) Eye on Kashmir Topic: Polity Context: India’s geopolitical environment has significantly changed with the recent Supreme Court ruling that upholds the split of Ladakh and the repeal of Article 370 for Jammu and Kashmir. This analysis looks at the problems and opportunities that lay ahead as well as the impact…
Indian Express 12- December-2023 1) A conjuring trick Context: The recent ruling by the Supreme Court upholding the repeal of Article 370 is being celebrated as a major legal win for the policies of the Narendra Modi administration on Jammu and Kashmir. The judgment’s assessment, the author admits, will have a big impact on how…
Indian Express 11- December-2023 1) FLIGHT TO WELL BEING Context: A major tactic for women’s empowerment and rural development is Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s introduction of the NAMO Drone Didi initiative, which aims to supply drones for agricultural use to 15,000 women Self Help Groups (SHGs). The potential for economic growth that arises from women…
Indian Express 9- December-2023 1) HER CHOICE Context: The recent statement made by BJP MP Dharambir Singh characterizing live-in relationships as a “dangerous disease” that needs to be eradicated fits with a pattern that is common among elected officials who cross party lines. Singh’s demand for legislation to shield Indian culture from alleged Western influences…
Indian Express 8- December-2023 1) CHENNAI ALARM Context: Life in Chennai has been badly disrupted by Cyclone Michaung. Even before the storm made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, torrential rainfall caused floods and submerged houses. More than 48 hours after the rain stopped, several areas are still under water, and at least 20 people have died….
Indian Express 7- December-2023 1) Partners in uncertain times Context: A major turning point in the history of Italy-India ties was the March visit of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to India. Following the meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a joint statement detailing a new foundation for collaboration was released. With the identification of…