1. Powering up to get to the $30-trillion economy point (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s growth story is promising yet challenging. To become a $30-trillion economy by 2047, India must pursue liberal policies, enhance manufacturing, and improve labour participation, especially for women….
1. The social benefits of stock market speculation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Indian government’s recent Budget increased taxes on capital gains and securities transactions, equating stock market speculation to gambling. While intended to reduce inequality, critics argue this…
1. The psychology of extravagance (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS1 – Indian Society – Poverty and developmental issues. Context The article explores the disparity between the lavish lifestyles of Indian billionaires and the widespread poverty in India, highlighting wealth concentration among the top 1%. It discusses the…
1. The five guidelines to a Dragon-Elephant tango (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context The Chinese Ambassador to India highlights the importance of strengthening China-India relations through the “Five Mutuals”: mutual respect, understanding, trust, accommodation, and accomplishment. Emphasizing shared historical ties…
1. A verdict on the Money Bill that India awaits (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary,  Constitutional Provisions Context A seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court of India will examine the definition of a Money Bill, affecting recent legislation passed without Rajya Sabha…
1. The global struggle for a pandemic treaty (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 –  International Relations, GS2 – Social security – Health Context Despite extensive negotiations, the WHO’s 77th World Health Assembly failed to finalise the Pandemic Agreement, aimed at enhancing global pandemic preparedness and equity. Key…
1. A licence raj for digital content creators (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Union government seeks to control digital content creators through the Broadcasting Regulation Bill, 2024. This bill extends governmental power over digital media, aiming to regulate and censor political commentary…
1. The problem with India’s blocking of the Chinese (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context Indian businesses urgently need more visas for Chinese technicians to address significant skill gaps in factory operations. Despite acknowledging the expertise of Chinese…
1. Recasting care models for mental illness, homelessness (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice Context The article discusses evolving approaches to supporting homeless persons with mental illness (HPMI) in India. It critiques traditional rescue and institutional models, highlights progressive efforts like the integration of emergency…
1. A new push in the Bay of Bengal (Source – The Hindu, Editorial- Page No. -06) Topic: GS2 – International Relation Context The articles discusses about the importance of BIMSTEC for India’s foreign policy, especially in the context of its Neighbourhood First and Act East policy highlighting the importance of regional cooperation. Analysis of…