News Analysis

Prelims

Top board, Pg 10.

Divya Deshmukh's win at the Women’s Chess World Cup in Georgia has brought attention to India's growing chess prowess, especially among women, while underlining systemic challenges in talent development.

GS 2: GovernanceEthics

India’s police must get out of Dirty Harry’s shadow, Pg 10.

The custodial death of Ajith Kumar in Tamil Nadu revives debate over police torture and highlights the urgent need for systemic reforms in India’s policing practices.

GS 2: PolityEthics

Spectacle, privacy and sharing in the digital age , Pg 10.

A viral “kiss-cam” clip from a Coldplay concert sparked online speculation about a CEO and HR director, leading to the CEO’s resignation. The incident highlights concerns over digital privacy, consent, and the ethics of viral content.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian Society

Arrest and unrest , Pg 10.

Two Catholic nuns from Kerala were arrested in Chhattisgarh for allegedly trafficking and converting tribal girls, sparking political protests and renewed debate over the misuse of anti-conversion laws and rising communal vigilantism.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social Justice

Boost the capacity of legal aid systems, Pg 11.

Despite being mandated to provide free legal aid to nearly 80% of India’s population under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, the actual reach of legal aid institutions remains far below potential, raising concerns over access to justice.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Polity

Why were the 2006 Mumbai blasts accused freed?, Pg III.

The Bombay High Court overturned the 2015 convictions of all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai serial train blasts, citing serious procedural violations, coerced confessions, and evidence tampering.

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