(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS3 – Disaster – Disaster Management Context A glacier avalanche struck a BRO project site in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district, trapping 22 workers under ice. Indian Army and ITBP, are conducting rescue operations despite adverse weather conditions. Causes of Glacier Avalanches: Glacier avalanches occur…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Aditya-L1’s SUIT payload captured the first-ever solar flare ‘kernel’ image, providing new insights into solar activity and energy dynamics. First-Ever Image of Solar Flare Kernel: India’s first space-based solar mission, Aditya-L1, has made a significant breakthrough by…
1. The necessity of mainstreaming wetland conservation (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context A recent suo motu case in Meghalaya highlights wetland conservation challenges in India, emphasizing their ecological importance and the need for stronger protection measures. Despite the Ramsar Convention, India’s wetlands face degradation…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 16) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context The Union Cabinet approved 14 amendments to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, addressing concerns over government oversight, dispute resolution, and waqf property registration. Analysis of the news: Key Amendments in the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 The Union Cabinet has…
1. Needed: The big leap (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology GS2 – International Relations Context China’s DeepSeek AI breakthrough, global policy shifts, and intensified geopolitical competition have reshaped the AI dominance landscape. Analysis of the news: The Shifting Landscape of…
1. National Waterways (Construction of Jetties/Terminals) Regulations, 2025; set to open new opportunities for private players in IWT sector (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2106826 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context The National Waterways (Construction of Jetties/Terminals) Regulations, 2025 have been introduced to encourage private, public, and joint venture participation in developing…
1. ISRO’s Aditya-L1 mission captures first-ever image of a solar flare ‘kernel’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 3) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Aditya-L1’s SUIT payload captured the first-ever solar flare ‘kernel’ image, providing new insights into solar activity and energy dynamics. First-Ever Image of Solar Flare Kernel:…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Christian Democratic Union(CDU) won the most votes in Germany’s election, while the Alternative for Germany (AfD) gained significant support. Coalition negotiations will determine the future government. Analysis of the news: CDU-CSU Victory: The conservative alliance won the…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context A high-level delegation of 22 European Commission Commissioners, led by EC President Ursula von der Leyen, visited India to strengthen strategic ties and enhance cooperation in trade, technology, green energy, and security. Analysis of the news: Strengthening Diplomatic…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 14) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context The Supreme Court stayed a Lokpal order that took cognizance of a corruption complaint against a High Court judge, raising concerns over judicial independence and procedural safeguards. Analysis of the news: SC’s Rationale The Supreme Court intervened, calling the…
