News Analysis
GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
A year of dissipating promises for Indian foreign policy, Pg8
Indian Foreign Policy faces challenges in 2025 due to strained US relations, regional instability, and economic pressures.
GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society
The urban future with cities as dynamic ecosystems, Pg8
Urban planning must prioritize inclusivity, addressing linguistic and cultural barriers to ensure equitable access and belonging for all residents.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
Fragile attractiveness, Pg8
US Tariffs Trigger FDI Exodus: India's Investment Fragility Exposed, corporate tax rate cuts failed to bolster confidence.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
U.S. naval moves against Venezuela, Pg10
U.S. escalates naval actions against Venezuela, seizing oil tankers amidst sanctions and geopolitical tensions over subsidized oil trade.
GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
Indian Army relaxes social media policy, allows ‘passive participation’, Pg12
Indian Army relaxes social media policy allowing 'passive participation' for personnel while safeguarding operational security, effective immediately.
GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: LiteratureGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine
Constitution of India released in Santhali language, Pg14
President Murmu releases Constitution of India in Santhali, empowering tribal communities across Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections
FSSAI bars food firms from terming herbal infusions ‘tea’, Pg14
FSSAI prohibits food companies from labeling herbal infusions as 'tea' if not derived from Camellia sinensis plant.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Biotechnology
New experimental obesity drugs targeting energy production process of cell developed, PgII
Scientists develop experimental obesity drugs targeting mitochondria to boost calorie burn, offering potential for safer, more effective weight loss treatments.
GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
Top Maoist with Rs 1-cr bounty among six killed in Odisha, Pg1
Top Maoist leader Paka Hanumanthu, carrying ₹1 crore bounty, killed in Odisha encounter; Centre hails 'Naxal-free Bharat' milestone.
GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine
HC can now test spl marriage Act's constitutional validity, Pg3
Delhi HC to examine Special Marriage Act's validity after SC rejects Centre's plea to transfer case challenging public notice requirement.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: PolityGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
The good news is, lower-income states are catching up, Pg8
Lower-income states like UP, Rajasthan, and Bihar exhibit faster growth post-pandemic due to increased public capital expenditure.
GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms
Revised definition of Aravallis will hurt its ecology, Pg8
Supreme Court's revised Aravalli definition, based on flawed statistics, threatens ecological integrity by prioritizing administrative ease over scientific evidence, enabling mining.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Space Technology
After year of successes, ISRO set for big leaps, Pg8
ISRO's successful LVM3-M4 launch demonstrates heavy satellite deployment capability, paving way for Gaganyaan and advanced space missions.
GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Education Sector
Higher education bill frees our universities, Pg9
VBSA Bill 2025 aims to unify higher education regulators, enhance autonomy, and shift focus to outcome-based evaluation.
GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management
In Indian Ocean region, 100 villages to be tsunami-ready, Pg11
India to certify 100 villages as 'tsunami-ready' in Indian Ocean region by 2026, enhancing disaster preparedness and community resilience.
GS 2: PolityGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaPrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures
A year of deepening political divides sets stage for another, Pg13
India braces for intense political activity in 2026 with crucial state elections, delimitation debates, and leadership changes.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticeGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life
Native-language AI gains ground in startup hirings, Pg15
Startups leverage native-language AI for inclusive hiring, bridging language gaps and accelerating recruitment in diverse talent pools.
GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources
Japan to test mine rare-earth mud from deep seabed, Pg15
Japan pioneers deep seabed rare-earth mining, aiming for supply chain security amid China's export controls and geopolitical tensions.
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