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(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 11) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context India’s farm mechanization sector is expanding beyond tractors, with rising demand for advanced agricultural machinery to address labor shortages and improve productivity.  Analysis of the news:                                       Tractors: Replacing Traditional Bullock Power The tractor revolutionized Indian agriculture by replacing bullocks for…

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Arctic is becoming a geopolitical hotspot due to melting ice, opening new trade routes and access to untapped resources – leading to territorial and military tensions. What is happening? Who controls the Arctic? Where do the tensions…

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Cover Page, Page – 01) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is finalizing a project to monitor tigers outside reserves, address human-wildlife conflict, and curb poaching. Analysis of the news: Need for the Project With nearly 30% of India’s tiger…

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 22) Topic: GS2 – Polity – Judiciary Context The discovery of unaccounted cash at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma has reignited concerns about corruption in India’s higher judiciary. This incident has strengthened arguments for public disclosure of judges’ assets and liabilities,…

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity – Judiciary Context The Supreme Court reaffirmed the fundamental right to free speech, ruling that poetry, theatre, and satire cannot be criminalized under unreasonable restrictions. Fundamental Right to Free Expression The Supreme Court ruled that free speech through poetry,…

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 18) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology Context India completed wet testing of the Matsya-6000 submersible, marking a major step in its deep-sea exploration capabilities. Analysis of the news: India’s Milestone in Deep-Sea Technology Matsya 6000 Features Global Deep-Sea Developments and Strategic Concerns Challenges in Deep-Sea…

(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained, Page – 18) Topic: GS2 – Polity Context The Supreme Court stayed the Allahabad High Court ruling that downgraded attempted rape charges, criticizing its insensitivity and legal interpretation. Analysis of the news: Supreme Court Stays Allahabad HC Ruling on Attempt to Rape Distinction Between ‘Preparation’ and ‘Attempt’ The…

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Economy Context Decarbonizing the steel industry is crucial for reducing global carbon emissions. Transitioning to green steel using hydrogen-based technologies requires massive investments, international collaboration, and government incentives to ensure economic viability. Steel Industry and Carbon Emissions Technological Solutions and Emission…

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 mandates a three-language policy in schools, raising concerns about feasibility, cognitive burden, and practicality. Evidence suggests that focusing on two languages—regional language and English—would be more effective given India’s existing learning challenges. Introduction…