1. The GST Council must not lose sight of broader reforms (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity, GS3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to mobilisation of resources. Context The GST Council recently met after a nine-month hiatus, introducing significant tax relief measures, procedural simplifications,…
1. Reasi and the ‘years-old’ issue of cross-border terror (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International relations – Bilateral relations, GS3 – Internal Security – Role of external state and non-state actors. Context The Reasi terrorist attack on June 9, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third…
1. Opposition’s larger demography, LoP’s big responsibility (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The 2024 general election in India resulted in the largest Opposition in the Lok Sabha’s history, securing over 234 seats. This unprecedented outcome has reignited discussions on the Leader of the…
1. India needs the anchor of a national security strategy (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The new National Democratic Alliance government in India must address critical national security issues, including decisions on military investments and strategic partnerships. To manage these challenges effectively, experts suggest…
1. The Court spells the way in Himalaya’s development (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary, GS3 – Environment Context The article discusses the conflict between development and environmental sustainability in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR), emphasising recent Supreme Court judgments advocating for an…
1. Create the space for governance with a green heart (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government policies Context The article emphasises the urgent need for the Indian government to prioritise environmental concerns as it begins a new term. It highlights the country’s severe environmental…
1. A progressive Indian policy on Myanmar outlined (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context ● The article critiques India’s foreign policy towards Myanmar amid ongoing military violence since the 2021 coup. ● It advocates for a shift towards supporting Myanmar’s pro-democracy…
1. The U.S.-Saudi agreement, from fist-bump to embrace (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 9) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The United States and Saudi Arabia are negotiating a Strategic Alliance Agreement (SAA) aimed at formalising their defence and economic ties. This potential agreement seeks to align Saudi Arabia’s regional…
1. Blueprints beyond borders, for solace and shelter (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses India’s historical commitment to providing asylum to refugees. It highlights the current lack of a formal asylum framework, and advocates for a National Asylum Law to align with…
1. The high cost of a global economic decoupling (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context:- The article discusses recent U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports under President Biden, reflecting a shift towards economic nationalism and global decoupling. It explores implications for global trade dynamics, highlighting…