1. Closing the Gulf circle    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Modi’s visit to Kuwait highlights India’s expanding diplomatic ties with the Gulf, aligning with regional shifts and strategic priorities.  Historic Context and Significance of the Visit Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuwait marks the…
1. A Crisis In The Making (Source: Indian Express; Section: Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS1 – Society: Population and associated issues Context The article highlights India’s demographic advantage, with a large working-age population poised to drive economic growth. However, challenges like poor education, malnutrition, and inadequate skill development hinder the potential of this workforce….
1. Friends and neighbours (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake (AKD) has chosen India as his first international destination, continuing a tradition followed by his predecessors. This visitvunderscores India’s “neighborhood-first” policy and highlights the significance of bilateral ties. As the…
1. Poised for a quantum leap   (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context The article emphasizes the urgent need for India to invest in and prioritize frontier technologies like quantum computing and AI to secure its position in the global technological race. The Shift from Economic…
1. Healthcare, more responsive      (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article examines the challenges and prerequisites for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in India, emphasizing the need for equitable governance, increased investment, and systemic reforms in healthcare. What is Universal Health Coverage? The…
1. Raise the guardrails (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology GS2 – Governance Context The article highlights the transformative potential and disruptive challenges of AI, emphasizing the need for balanced global regulation and ethical accountability. What is Artificial Intelligence? The Rise of AI and Its Global…
1. Making her work count (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to employment Context The article examines the structural challenges and constraints of India’s labor force, particularly the dominance of low-quality self-employment, and explores ways to enhance productivity and transition to formal employment. Characteristics…
1. A point of no return      (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 12) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article examines the impending collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime amidst escalating rebel advances and shifting regional dynamics in the Middle East. Rebel Advances and Assad’s Uncertain Future The Resilience of the Assad Regime…
1. All is not well with soil  (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context The article highlights the critical challenges of soil nutrient deficiencies and imbalanced fertiliser use in India, emphasizing the need for sustainable agricultural practices and policy reforms to enhance productivity and environmental health. Importance of…
1. Platforms like Pragati    (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 15) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context India’s PRAGATI platform demonstrates how digital innovation and top-level leadership can revolutionize infrastructure development, ensuring accountability, efficiency, and collaboration. India’s Digital Revolution in Infrastructure Development PRAGATI: A High-Level Digital Governance Initiative Leadership as a Catalyst for Efficiency…