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10 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Budget’s political priorities (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Union Budget 2025-26 was presented amid a slowing economy, with the government acknowledging stagnant and declining incomes, especially in rural areas. Analysis of the news: Acknowledgment of Economic Slowdown Limited…

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08 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. AI race: what India needs to do (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology Context The article analyzes India’s strategic position in the global AI race. Analysis of the news: US Semiconductor Investment and the Rise of Open-Source AI India’s Role…

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07 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Security at its core (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses the ongoing regulatory concerns surrounding UPI’s market concentration, particularly the dominance of Google Pay and PhonePe in India’s digital payments ecosystem. UPI: India’s Defining Contribution to Digital Payments…

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06 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Turning point, cutting edge (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS3 – Science & Technology GS2 – Governance Context The article discusses India’s transition from a state-led science and technology policy to a private sector-driven research and innovation ecosystem for greater efficiency and global competitiveness….

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05 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. A nuclear recharge (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS2 – Governance GS3 – Science & Technology Context Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s announcement to amend India’s two key atomic Acts marks a crucial step towards reviving the country’s nuclear energy sector. Analysis of the news:…

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04 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. The Spirit of 1971 (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s longest-serving prime minister, was unexpectedly removed from power six months ago in a political upheaval that caught the government and intelligence agencies off guard. The article analyzes…

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03 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Navigating uncertainty (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The article analyzes India’s 2025-26 Union Budget, focusing on fiscal consolidation, economic slowdown, taxation reforms, and the need for structural and financial stability measures beyond the budget. Analysis of the news: India’s…

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01 February 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Domestic growth, global risks (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Ideas Page – Page No. – 15) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context India’s economic growth is moderating amid global uncertainties, requiring strategic investments, policy reforms, and a balanced fiscal approach to sustain momentum. Analysis of the news: India’s GDP Growth: Slower than…

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31 January 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. For the Yamuna to flow (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s claim that Haryana is mixing poison in the Yamuna River has sparked a heated election debate. Analysis of the news: Key Issues Concerning the Yamuna…

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30 January 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis

1. Partners in innovation (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The article highlights the growing UK-India technology and economic partnership. Analysis of the news: The Role of India’s Global Capability Centres in UK Technology UK-India Collaboration in Technology and Investment Financial…