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…
Indian Express 6- December-2023 1) VOWS FOR THE PLANET Context: India is committed to addressing climate change and its global implications, as demonstrated by the negotiations at COP28 in Dubai. The country aims to become the first major economy to achieve developed country status driven by sustainable energy. Extending the accomplishments of COP26, which secured…
Indian Express 5- December-2023 1) CENTRES OF INCLUSION Context: The All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), located in New Delhi, recently made public its plan to open a transgender healthcare center of excellence in 2024. This action is noteworthy in light of the historical marginalization and discrimination experienced by transgender people, who were frequently…
Indian Express 4- December-2023 1) Indian Navy: A Beacon of Aatmanirbharta Context: In discussing the necessity of attaining self-reliance in military gear, the article highlights the takeaways from the most recent international conflicts. Against this context, the Indian Navy in particular has embraced the Government of India’s vision of Aatmanirbharta, or self-reliance, with the aim…
Indian Express 2-December-2023 1) New India, new diplomacy Context: The article evaluates India’s diplomatic evolution and highlights the need of quick and astute communication in foreign policy. It compares and contrasts the new proactive and assertive approach with the previous decades of diplomatic numbness, attributing this change to potent one-liners and decisive acts. Historical Perspective:…
Indian Express 1-December-2023 1) The leader India needs to be Context: Palestinian terrorists led by Hamas launched an invasion of southern Israel from the Gaza Strip on October 7, which resulted in a high death toll among civilians and military action. The humanitarian situation was made worse by Israel’s aerial bombardment and ground invasion of…
Indian Express 30-November-2023 1) Stepping up, together Context: Following India’s one-year tenure as G20 president, attention turns to evaluation of the obstacles encountered and the revolutionary agenda pursued. The world has seen several changes during this time, including the COVID-19 pandemic’s aftermath, climate change risks, unstable financial markets, and mounting debt. India sought to provide…
Indian Express 28-November-2023 1) In DBT, D is for dignity Context: Globally acclaimed as a logistical wonder, India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system uses digital public infrastructure to immediately distribute beneficiaries’ rewards from multiple government initiatives. According to reports, DBT has been used in 310 government programs across 53 ministries, with an estimated 1.14 percent of…