16 September 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. Giving farms their due (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 09) Topic: GS2– Governance Context: The article discusses the early initiatives of the Modi 3.0 government, particularly in agriculture and rural development, following the 2024 parliamentary elections. Introduction to Modi 3.0 and the First 100 Days New Leadership in Agriculture and Rural…
16 September 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. A human touch to India’s mineral ecosystem (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The article discusses India’s District Mineral Foundation (DMF), created in 2015 to ensure local communities benefit from mining revenues. Over ten years, DMF has funded development projects, transforming mining-affected regions…
16 September 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. India’s Economic Shift: Service Sector Growth Outpaces Manufacturing, Limiting Job Creation in Low-Skill Industries (Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: Over the last two decades, India’s economic growth has been increasingly led by the services sector, particularly in IT, banking, and finance. This has resulted in a…
14 September 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) How does the study of numismatics contribute to the unraveling of India’s history? Explain with suitable examples. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Numismatics, or the study of coins, is one of the most reliable sources of information for deciphering the history of a country. In India, punch-marked coins from the Mahajanpada period (6th century-2nd century…
14 September 2024 : PIB Summary For UPSC
1. PM announces passing of Delhi Declaration on Civil Aviation (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2054335 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Delhi Declaration, adopted at the 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation, outlines a framework for enhancing regional cooperation, sustainability, and safety in aviation. It emphasises inclusivity and economic growth, reflecting a milestone in…
14 September 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. The shock of crumbling infrastructure and the solution (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context India’s infrastructure sector faces challenges like time delays, cost overruns, and poor project management, despite government initiatives like PM Gati Shakti. Bridge collapses and under-construction failures highlight…
14 September 2024 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. The UN the world needs      (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 11) Topic: GS2– International Relations – Important International institutions, agencies and fora – their structure, mandate.  Context: The article discusses Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming address at the UN Summit of the Future, which focuses on forging global consensus to…
14 September 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. IISc Researchers Develop Brain-like Molecular Computing Platform, Paving Way for AI Revolution (Source: Indian Express; Section: Express Network; Page: 09) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context: A team from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has developed a new computing platform that mimics human brain-like functioning using a molecular film. This marks a…