News Analysis
GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms
End of chapter, Pg6
Governors of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal transferred amidst constitutional controversies and strained Centre-State relations, impacting state governance and political dynamics.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations
Generational shift, Pg6
Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secures decisive victory, signaling generational shift and frustration with traditional politics and corruption.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
The new Canada-India economic alignment emerges, Pg6
Canada and India aim for $70 billion bilateral trade by 2030 after PM's visit, CEPA negotiations relaunch.
GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
Why are Finance Commission grants to cities still so limited?, Pg8
16th Finance Commission's recommendations emphasize cities increasing revenue, but devolution remains limited, raising federal concerns over urban planning autonomy.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyEthicsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Why are AI-generated animal videos on the rise and what harm can they cause?, Pg9
AI-generated animal videos surge, misleading viewers, endangering animals, and hindering conservation efforts through misinformation and unrealistic portrayals of wildlife interactions.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
India taps alternative crude supplies as conflict in West Asia drags on, Pg10
India diversifies crude oil sources amid West Asia tensions, securing supplies from U.S., Russia, and West Africa.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
With an eye on Trump visit, China weighs Iran response, Pg14
China delicately balances Iran response amid Trump visit, emphasizing diplomacy, economic stability, and cooperative relations with India and the U.S.
GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Education Sector
Why India’s ‘leaky pipeline’ in research is unlike rest of the world, PgII
Despite high STEM graduation rates, Indian women face 'leaky pipeline' due to socio-cultural barriers hindering research careers advancement.
GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
Cooling effect: on the wane, PgII
Global warming accelerates significantly post-2015, breaching 1.5°C Paris Agreement limit by 2030 due to decreased aerosol levels.
GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: PolityEthicsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary
'Dominant caste men used sexual violence as tool': After unease, SC reviews handbook, Pg3
Supreme Court reviews handbook to promote sensitivity among judges in sexual offence cases, addressing gender representation and judicial perspective.
GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism
NCB busts darknet-based drug trafficking network, Pg9
NCB dismantles 'Team Kalki,' a darknet drug trafficking syndicate operating nationwide using encrypted platforms and innovative delivery methods since January last year.
GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations
The knowledge economy of the future is powered by nari shakti, Pg11
India's 'Nari Shakti' drives knowledge economy with rising female STEM enrollment; initiatives boost women in research and technology sectors.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
Farm loan waivers return: How it could impact credit culture, Pg12
Maharashtra's Rs 35,000 crore farm loan waiver raises concerns about credit culture and fiscal burden, impacting long-term farmer interests.
GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
AI's impact on labour market: Anthropic's report flags 'high exposure' jobs, Pg12
Anthropic's study reveals AI's potential job disruption in finance, IT, disproportionately affecting women and younger professionals, raising concerns for India's labor market.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
Why Iran war threatens India's fertilisers supply, Pg14
Geopolitical Tensions Threaten India's Fertilizer Supply: Import Dependence Exposes Vulnerability Amidst Iran War, potentially impacting food security.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations
'Poll results sea change in Nepal politics... RSP would be keen to partner with India', Pg14
Nepal's election sees a shift in power as RSP gains prominence, signaling potential for stronger India-Nepal partnership.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life
Modern implants can last beyond 25 years, says Lancet study, Pg15
Lancet study reveals modern hip implants can last 25+ years due to advanced materials and surgical techniques, improving patient outcomes.
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