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13 January 2025 : PIB Summary For UPSC

1. India’s Progress Towards Climate Resilience (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2092311&reg=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context India’s 7.93% reduction in GHG emissions in 2020 reflects its commitment to sustainable climate action under the Paris Agreement. Climate Change and India’s Pledge to Net-Zero Emissions India’s Role under the UNFCCC Emission Reductions and India’s Progress Challenges and India’s…

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11 January 2025 : Daily Answer Writing

Q1) Evaluate the potential of the BRICS as a consequential voice of the Global South and in challenging the status quo in global governance. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANSWER: BRICS is the acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. is an intergovernmental organization that aims to strengthen cooperation on matters related to security, economics…

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NATO members reluctant to endorse Trump’s defence spending proposal

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ● Donald Trump proposes a significant increase in NATO members’ defence spending to 5% of GDP, sparking debates about feasibility amid security concerns, particularly over Russia’s actions. Proposal for NATO Defence Spending Increase: Trump’s Proposal: S. President-elect Donald…

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Unprecedented Winter Wildfires Ravage Los Angeles

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS1 – Geography Context The article highlights the unprecedented winter wildfires in Los Angeles. Analysis of the news: What Are Wildfires? ● Wildfires are uncontrolled fires that spread rapidly across forests, grasslands, or urban areas, fueled by dry vegetation and wind. ●…

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11 January 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Symptom of a larger malady (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article highlights the growing demand for ambulance services in India. Analysis of the news: The Growing Importance of Ambulance Services in India Evolution of Ambulance Services Current Landscape: Market…

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2024 was the first year to breach global warming limit, show data

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context ● In 2024, global temperatures surpassed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, signaling a climate crisis, with urgent calls for emissions reductions and financial support for vulnerable nations.  Humanity’s Shift Towards Climate Crisis 2024 marked the first year when the global…

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11 January 2025 : The Hindu Editorial Analysis

1. India’s journey so far on the AI military bandwagon (Source – Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context India is integrating AI into its military, focusing on modernization, but faces challenges in funding, policy, and interoperability. India’s Progress in Military AI Development Increasing…

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11 January 2025 : Daily Current Affairs

1. 2024 was the first year to breach global warming limit, show data (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 5) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context In 2024, global temperatures surpassed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, signaling a climate crisis, with urgent calls for emissions reductions and financial support for vulnerable nations. Humanity’s…

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11 January 2025 : PIB Summary For UPSC

Prelims Facts 1. Technology developed to shape light for future technologies (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2091775&reg=3&lang=1 ) Context Researchers at IISc, Bangalore, have developed a new platform to control light at a very small scale (nanoscale). About the new technology: The research is a step towards advanced technologies for quantum cryptography and sensing. The technology combines 2D…