1. Voting with their visas Topic: GS2 – International Relations- Indian Diaspora This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of recent migration trends, both legal and illegal, and the changing dynamics of Indian migration Context: The number of Indians detained for trying to enter the…
1. X-ray eye in the sky Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology- Developing new technology- Space This topic is relevant for both Prelims and Mains in the context of India’s Space exploration programs. Context: On the first morning of 2024, X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) was launched into orbit by ISRO’s launch vehicle, marking a major accomplishment…
1. Govt bans J&K outfit Tehreek-e-Hurriyat for 5yrs under UAPA Topic: GS3 – Internal Security- Role of Non-State actors in creating challenges to internal security. This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of challenges posed by extremist organizations. Context: Tehreek-e-Hurriyat, Jammu and Kashmir (TeH), a…
Indian Express 30- December-2023 1. A PATCHY CLIMATE REPORT Topic: GS3 – Environment– Environmental pollution and degradation, Environmental impact assessment. This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of complexities and challenges surrounding global climate commitments. Context: There were numerous pledges made at the COP28 summit…
Indian Express 29- December-2023 1. NOT ZERO SUM Topic: GS2 – International Relations- Bilateral Relations This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of changing trends in Indo-Russia relations. Context: The vibrant Indo-Russian camaraderie was on display during External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar’s recent visit to…
Indian Express 28- December-2023 1. Taking on the drone Topic: GS3- Internal Security This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of maritime security. Context: A suspected armed drone strike on the chemical tanker MV Chem Pluto, flying the flag of Liberia, occurred 200 miles…
Indian Express 27- December-2023 1. Seeing the new South Asia Topic: GS2 – International Relations This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of South Asia’s geopolitical landscape, historical context, and current challenges. Context: The article casts doubt on the myth that India is “losing” South…
Indian Express 26- December-2023 1. The Pir Panjal challenge Topic: GS3 – Internal Security- Security challenges and their management in border areas This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of internal security challenges faced by India. Context: Given its reputation for effectiveness in counterterrorism operations,…
Indian Express 23- December-2023 1. Grand gesture,small details Topic: GS2 – International Relations This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of Diplomatic Challenges and Policy Implications Context: The Narendra Modi government’s foreign policy has emphasized India’s affinity with the Global South, claiming to prioritize the…
Indian Express 22- December-2023 1. A Valley of growth Topic: GS2 – Polity- Federalism This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of constitutional, legal, and economic aspects of the implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling on Jammu and Kashmir. Context: The Supreme Court has made…