1. April trade gap hits $19 bn as imports outpace exports Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Effects of liberalization on the economy. Context ● India’s merchandise trade for April 2024-25 saw a 1.07% rise in exports to $35 billion but a significant 10.3% jump in imports to $54.1 billion, widening the trade deficit to…
1. Social media’s impact on Indian politics Topic: GS1 – Indian Society – Effects of globalisation on Indian society GS2 – Indian Polity. Context ● The article delves into the rise of social media influencers like Dhruv Rathee and Ravish on YouTube is reshaping political narratives in India. ● Traditional media’s shift towards provocative content…
1. The CDS that should be Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies – Interventions for development in various sectors GS3 – Internal Security Context: The article highlights the evolving discourse around the restructuring of the Indian military into integrated theatre commands (ITCs) and the potential appointment of a Vice Chief of Defence Staff (VCDS) and…
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1. Maiden India Pavilion at World Hydrogen Summit 2024, Netherlands showcases National Green Hydrogen Mission Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context ● India’s participation in the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, marks a significant step in its green hydrogen endeavours. ● The establishment…
1. Young people fade away when there is no vision Topic: GS1 – Indian Society – Social Empowerment. Context ● The article discusses the alarming trend of student suicides in Kota, Rajasthan, attributed to academic pressure from competitive entrance examinations. ● It highlights the detrimental effects of coaching institutes and standardised entrance exams on students’…
1. New Chabahar pact ‘not exempt’ from Iran sanctions: U.S. (Source – The Hindu, Delhi Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● The U.S. State Department expressed concerns over India and Iran’s new 10-year agreement to develop the Chabahar port, warning of potential sanctions risks. ● India’s plans to…
1. Ask the children Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Vulnerable Sections Context: The article discusses a recent judgment by the Delhi High Court concerning online safety for minors and critiques its approach to addressing the risks of virtual touch. While the judgment aims to equip minors with the knowledge and tools to navigate online interactions…
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1. India and Iran Strengthen Maritime Ties with 10-Year Contract for Chabahar Port Operation (Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context: India and Iran recently signed a 10-year contract for the operation of a terminal at the strategically important Chabahar port in Iran. Chabahar, situated in Iran’s…