News Analysis

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Stepping stone, Pg8

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla successfully completed a two-week mission to the International Space Station (ISS) under a collaboration between NASA, Axiom Space, and ISRO, marking a critical step in preparations for India’s Gaganyaan mission.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal Security

A better fight with J&K police under state reins, Pg8

The article discusses the significance of placing the Jammu and Kashmir Police (JAKP) under the command of an elected government to enhance counter-terrorism efforts, improve local intelligence gathering, and foster community engagement in the Union Territory.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International Relations

How is China Leading the Green Energy Sector?, Pg10

China has surged ahead as the global leader in green energy by combining strategic planning, heavy state investments, and dominance over clean-tech supply chains.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Russian oil: India calls out ‘double standards’, Pg1

India has criticised proposed U.S. legislation imposing steep duties on countries trading in Russian oil, calling out "double standards" and emphasizing energy security needs amidst rising geopolitical pressure from the U.S. and NATO.

EthicsGS 2: Governance

Should Political Leaders Retire at 75?, Pg9

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat suggested that leaders should step aside at age 75, triggering speculation about PM Modi’s future.

GS 2: International Relations

Middle ground, Pg8

President Trump reversed his campaign pledge of ending the Ukraine war in 24 hours and now supports sending defensive weapons to Ukraine.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal Security

Akash Prime Successfully Tested in Ladakh by Army, Pg12

The Indian Army successfully tested the Akash Prime air defence system in high-altitude conditions in Ladakh, marking a major step in enhancing India’s indigenous air defence capabilities. Concurrently, the test launches of Prithvi-II and Agni-I ballistic missiles also conducted.

GS 2: GovernancePrelims

Ahmedabad sparkles as the cleanest big city in India, Pg12

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs released the Swachh Survekshan 2024–25 rankings. Ahmedabad emerged as the cleanest big city, highlighting progress under India’s urban sanitation mission.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Polity

PAC Flags Aadhaar Biometric Verification Failure, Seeks Review, Pg13

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has flagged serious concerns regarding the failure of Aadhaar biometric verification, which is leading to the exclusion of genuine beneficiaries from key welfare schemes. The PAC has called for a comprehensive review of UIDAI’s functioning.

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