(Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 13) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context: The Indian government aims to open over 3 crore new accounts under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) in the financial year 2024-25. This target is part of the ongoing efforts to enhance financial inclusion across the country. Analysis…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained;) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health GS3 – Science and Technology Context: The Indian government has recently banned 156 Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) drugs, including well-known medications like Cheston Cold and Foracet, used for cold, fever, and pain relief. This action represents the largest crackdown on FDCs since 2018, when…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Govt & Politics; Page: 05) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context: The Union Cabinet approved three major railway projects involving two new lines and one multi-tracking project, with an estimated cost of Rs 6,456 crore. These projects will expand the railway network by 296 km across seven districts in…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context: The Supreme Court reaffirmed that the legal principle “bail is the rule and jail is the exception” applies even in cases registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) 2002. Analysis of News: What is PMLA, 2002? The Prevention of Money…
Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Context ● Recent research reveals that personal care products in India contain harmful microplastics, including polyethylene and polycaprolactone. ● Despite claims of being “eco-friendly” or “natural,” many products contribute to plastic pollution, posing significant environmental and health…
Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management. (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 7) Context ● India is addressing its diverse natural hazards through improved disaster management and climate resilience efforts. ● Challenges include the need for better localised forecasts and effective implementation of climate research. ● Enhancing weather readiness involves…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context ● India and Russia signed a working plan for their Joint Commission on Emergency Management for 2025-26, focusing on space monitoring, disaster response, and training. ● This agreement builds on past collaborations and aims to…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Cover Page; Page: 01) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context: The Union Health Ministry plans to double the insurance cover under Ayushman Bharat from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh per family, with an additional increase to Rs 15 lakh for women in specific cases. This expansion is…
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 1) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context ●Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine, the first by an Indian leader since its independence, highlights India’s balancing role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. ●The visit focused on peace efforts, humanitarian cooperation, and strengthening bilateral relations, amidst concerns…
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 19) Topic: GS2 – International Relations GS1 – Geography Context: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India clarified that the recent floods in eastern Bangladesh were not caused by the release of water from the Dumbur dam in Tripura, as some social media accounts had claimed. Analysis of…
