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Coal-fired power plants in India cut rice, wheat yield by up to 10%

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture, GS3 – Environment Context Researchers from Stanford University, found that coal-fired power plants in India are reducing rice and wheat yields by up to 10% in several states. How NO2 Affects Crops The study focuses on nitrogen dioxide (NO2), a…

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Trump’s Russia-Ukraine policy hangs over EU-India talks

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The President of the European Commission and 21 EU Commissioners are visiting India for two days. Historic Visit by EU Leaders This is an unprecedented visit, as the EU has never sent such a large delegation to any…

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27 February 2025 : Daily Answer Writing

MAINS MODEL QUESTION: 27 th FEBRUARY 2025 Q1) Analyze the influence of globalization on migration patterns in India. What are the economic and social implications of increased internal and international migration? (15 marks, 250 words) ANSWER Globalization has profoundly influenced migration patterns worldwide, including in India. The interconnectedness of economies, advancements in transportation and communication, and…

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27 February 2025 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. The bigger tragedy is the Railways and its systemic inertia (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Disaster – Disaster Management Context The massive rush at railway stations during the Kumbh Mela exposes the outdated approach of the railway system towards passenger safety. Stampede At New Delhi…

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27 February 2025 : Daily Current Affairs

1. Trump’s Russia-Ukraine policy hangs over EU-India talks (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The President of the European Commission and 21 EU Commissioners are visiting India for two days. Historic Visit by EU Leaders Impact of Russia-Ukraine Conflict India’s Position on Russia Revival…

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27 February 2025: PIB Summary For UPSC

1. India’s ‘Look East’ Policy Has Transformed Into ‘Act East’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2106431 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Vice-President of India, while attending the first-ever Joint Mega Nyokum Yullo Celebration in Arunachal Pradesh, highlighted the state’s rapid infrastructure growth, including airports, rail and road connectivity. Investment Potential in Power Generation India’s Strength…

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27 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Securing The New Oil (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS3 – Indian Economy Context Ukraine’s potential offer of critical mineral access to the U.S. may shape the resolution of the Russia-Ukraine war amid global competition for resource security. Analysis of…

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Should a third language be compulsory?

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The Centre and Tamil Nadu government are in disagreement over the three-language policy in schools under the New Education Policy (NEP), 2020. Background The Union government has linked compliance with the policy to the release of…

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Twin Tunnel Tragedies: Rescue Challenges in Uttarakhand and Telangana Collapses

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Express Network- Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Disaster Management Context Two tunnel collapses occurred in India—one in Uttarakhand’s Silkyara tunnel trapping 41 workers (later rescued) and another in Telangana’s SLBC tunnel trapping eight workers, with rescue operations underway amid greater challenges. Analysis of the news: Background Two…

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US Policy Shift on Ukraine Strains Transatlantic Ties as India Maintains Strategic Neutrality at UN

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 18) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The United States voted with Russia against its European allies on Ukraine-related UN resolutions, signaling a major US policy shift, while India maintained its strategic neutrality by abstaining. Analysis of the news: Setbacks for the US at the…