(Source – Indian Express, Section – Economy- Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s textile industry is facing sluggish growth and declining export competitiveness due to fragmented supply chains, high production costs, and rising sustainability compliance requirements. Analysis of the news Overview of India’s Textile Industry India’s textile industry is the…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained- Page No. – 12) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context India is strategically shifting towards reducing the consumption of high-analysis imported fertilisers like urea, DAP, and MOP by promoting balanced alternatives such as ammonium phosphate sulphate (APS) to ensure nutrient efficiency and reduce import dependence. Analysis of the news:…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The rise of digital platforms has led to surveillance capitalism, where personal data is extracted and monetized. This raises concerns over privacy, autonomy, and corporate control. Understanding Surveillance Capitalism Surveillance capitalism is an economic system where companies collect, analyze,…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Scientists are exploring whether gravity follows quantum mechanics by designing experiments to test its superposition and entanglement. If proven, this could help unify gravity with other fundamental forces. Conflict Between General Relativity and Quantum Mechanics General relativity…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context The ₹7,056-crore outer harbour project at VOC port in Thoothukudi is being revived after facing delays for over 20 years. Need for an Outer Harbour The size of container ships has increased significantly, with some extending…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Climate Change Context A new study revealed that global glacier melting has caused a 2 cm rise in sea levels since 2000, increasing the risk of coastal flooding worldwide. Analysis of the news: Extent of Glacier Melting…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Scientists have created the first detailed geological map of the moon’s south polar region. The new map is expected to provide valuable insights into the moon’s origin and evolution. Confirmation of Lunar Magma Data from the Pragyan…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Express Network- Page No. – 12) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj released the 2024 Panchayat Devolution Index (PDI), highlighting state-wise performance, representation patterns, and key challenges in the devolution of powers and responsibilities to panchayats across India. Analysis of the news: Top Performers…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context India and Qatar have set a target to double bilateral trade to $28 billion by 2030, with LNG imports playing a central role in strengthening their strategic energy partnership. Analysis of the news: Strategic Energy Partnership India…
(Source – Indian Express, Section – Explained – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released a study analyzing the quality of public expenditure by the Centre and states since 1991, highlighting trends in fiscal discipline and capital expenditure. Analysis of the news: Why Government Spending…
