A strategy fuelled by vision, powered by energy

(Source: The Hindu, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Topic: GS Paper 3 (Infrastructure – Energy, Economy), GS Paper 2 (Governance – Policy Initiatives) Context India aims to transform into a gas-based economy, targeting to increase the share of natural…

Act North

(Source: The Hindu, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2 (Governance – Federalism, Representation, Role of Civil Services), GS Paper 1 (Indian Society – Regionalism, Tribal Concerns) Context The editorial addresses growing protests in Ladakh, where locals,…

The Great Churn in Asia

(Source: Indian Express, National Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations, Foreign Policy), GS Paper 3 (Security Issues) Context This editorial unpacks the rapidly changing Asian security landscape, contextualized through two key events: the Shangri-La Dialogue…

Promise of a Pact

(Source: Indian Express, National Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 04 June 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations), GS Paper 3 (Economy – Trade, Globalization) Context The editorial discusses signs of renewed trade negotiations between the United States and China, emphasizing the broader…

India, Paraguay Can Strengthen Trade Ties: PM

(Source: Indian Express, National Page) Topic: International Relations; GS3 – Economy: Bilateral Trade Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña, highlighting mutual interest in expanding bilateral trade, particularly in sectors like pharmaceuticals, agriculture, technology, and renewable energy. Background India and Paraguay have shared warm diplomatic relations since 1961. Paraguay’s inclusion…

Countdown to Space Mission: Seat for Shukla is Big Moment for India

(Source: Indian Express, Front Page + Continuation on Page 2) Topic:GS3 – Science and Technology, Achievements of Indians in Space, Space Cooperation Context Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force officer, is set to become the second Indian to fly into space after Rakesh Sharma. He will participate in the Axiom-4 private space mission aboard a…

A Heavy Burden

(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice, Welfare Schemes, Education and Health Context Recent data from UNICEF and ASER point to a deepening crisis in children’s education and nutrition in India. Post-COVID recovery has been uneven, with significant long-term impacts on child development, learning levels, and nutritional status. Background: India’s demographic…

Revised Guidelines on Agnipath Scheme Recruitment

(Source: Page 6, The Hindu) Topic: GS2: Government Policies and Interventions Context The Ministry of Defence has released revised guidelines for Agnipath recruitment, aimed at improving transparency and retention rates. New Reforms: Extension of training duration from 6 to 8 months. Introduction of soft skills and vocational modules. Permanent absorption capped at 30% (earlier 25%)….

India Ranks 5th in Global AI Readiness Index 2025

(Source: Page 1, The Hindu UPSC IAS Edition) Topic: GS3: Science & Technology Context India’s position in the latest Global AI Readiness Index reflects its growing digital ecosystem and policy push toward AI governance and innovation. Key Highlights: India ranks 5th globally, ahead of countries like Japan and France. The index is published by Oxford…

The Deregulation We Need

(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Indian Economy, Regulatory Reforms, Ease of Doing Business, Employment Generation Context Despite strong GDP growth, India continues to face critical challenges in job creation, private investment, and productivity—mainly due to excessive and outdated regulatory systems. The editorial underscores the need for broad-based deregulation in India to unlock…