1. Govt. tweaks export plan as U.S. ups the trade ante Source -Page 1, The Hindu, Delhi Edition Topic: GS-3 – Indian Economy, External Trade Context The Indian government is modifying its Export Promotion Mission to focus on sectors affected by the U.S.’s increased tariffs on Indian imports. Background: The U.S. has imposed higher tariffs…
1. Lok Sabha Speaker sets in motion process to remove HC judge Source -Page 1, The Hindu – Delhi Edition Topic: GS2 – Polity & Governance Context The Lok Sabha Speaker has admitted a motion for removal of Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court, following corruption allegations, and formed a three-member inquiry committee…
1. Nuclear threat is Pakistan’s ‘stock-in-trade’: Centre Source -Page 1, The Hindu Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations, Security Issues Context The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) responded strongly to remarks by Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir, who threatened nuclear retaliation if India proceeded with dam construction projects on the Indus River. Background: The…
1. India–China Border Talks Show ‘Positive Momentum’ Source -Page 1, The Hindu Topic: GS2 – International Relations, Border Disputes, Security Context India and China have held the 21st round of Corps Commander-level talks aimed at resolving the standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Eastern Ladakh. Content: Background to the Dispute The India–China…
1. SC Upholds Parliament’s Primacy in Judge Removal Process Source -Page 1, The Hindu (Delhi Edition) Topic: GS2 – Polity & Governance Context The Supreme Court ruled on the powers of Parliament in removing High Court and Supreme Court judges, clarifying the interplay with in-house judicial inquiries. Content: Judgement Highlights: Parliament retains unfettered discretion to…
1. SC imposes ₹10 lakh cost on plea against Stalin’s outreach Source -Page 1, The Hindu, The Hindu Delhi Edition Topic: GS Paper 2: Polity and Governance (Judiciary, Executive accountability, Centre-State Relations Context The Supreme Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that challenged the Tamil Nadu government’s “Ungaludan Stalin” (With You, Stalin) grievance…
1. Flash floods in Uttarkashi leave four dead; over 60 feared trapped Source -Page 1, The Hindu Delhi Edition Topic: GS1 – Geography, GS3 – Disaster Management Context Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall in Dharali, Uttarkashi, caused massive destruction, with multiple casualties and over 60 people missing. Content: Key Facts: Location: Dharali village near…
1. India Responds to U.S. Tariff Threats Over Russian Oil Source -Page 1, The Hindu Delhi Edition Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations Context Former U.S. President Donald Trump alleged India is profiting from trade in Russian oil and threatened to hike tariffs. The Indian government sharply rebutted this, accusing the U.S. and EU…
1. Sunita Williams and Indian-American Representation in NASA Source – Page 1, The Hindu Topic: GS3 (Science & Technology) Context Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams returns safely from Boeing Starliner’s first crewed test flight, reflecting India’s global science footprint. Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore safely returned from the ISS after a historic Starliner test. Williams’ achievements…
1. U.S. Imposes 25% Tariff on Indian Exports: Implications for India–U.S. Relations Source – Pages 1, 10, 14, 16, The Hindu City Edition, The Hindu Topic: GS2 – International Relations; GS3 – Economy; GS3 – Agriculture, Trade Policy Context President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all Indian imports to the U.S., blaming India’s…
