(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment GS2 – International Relations Context: The proposal for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT) seeks to address the climate crisis by drawing parallels between the existential threats posed by fossil fuels and nuclear weapons, advocating for a legally binding framework to phase out fossil…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context ● High-performance buildings (HPBs) are key to sustainable construction, focusing on energy efficiency, climate resilience, and resource conservation. ● These buildings employ integrative design, sustainable materials, and advanced technologies to minimise environmental impact. ● HPBs are crucial in addressing…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relation – Bilateral Relations Context ● India and Bangladesh continue to strengthen their bilateral relations despite political upheavals in Bangladesh, including the recent removal of the Prime Minister. ● Ongoing cooperation in trade, energy, and counter-terrorism remains crucial, but concerns…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context ● Insect pollinators are vital for global agricultural productivity, with over 75% of crops depending on them. ● However, threats like habitat loss, climate change, and emerging diseases are endangering both managed and wild pollinators, especially in regions like…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1, Page No. – 5 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context ● At COP29 in Baku, India emphasised equitable climate finance, urging developed nations to fulfil their obligations under the Paris Agreement by mobilising $1.3 trillion annually until 2030. ● India…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1, Page No. – 5 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context ● At COP29 in Baku, India emphasised equitable climate finance, urging developed nations to fulfil their obligations under the Paris Agreement by mobilising $1.3 trillion annually until 2030. ● India…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Internal Security Context ● The Union Home Ministry has reimposed the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) in six police station limits of Manipur due to ongoing ethnic violence. ● The re-imposition, effective until March 2025, aims to…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture, GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● India’s booming agricultural exports, valued at $53.1 billion in 2022-23, raise concerns about sustainability. ● The production of high-demand commodities like tea and sugar presents ecological and social challenges, while alternative crops like millets…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 17) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reaffirmed that State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank are Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) for 2024. D-SIBs, often deemed ‘Too Big To Fail,’ play a critical role in maintaining the stability…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context: Following a recent meeting in Kazan, senior Chinese officials are optimistic about a positive shift in India-China relations, highlighting a “chemistry” between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The leaders’ rapport was marked by candid discussions without relying on…
