1. Indian Economy Needs Labour Reform 2.0(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 3: Economy (Labour Reforms, Economic Development) Context Despite the implementation of new labour codes in 2020, India’s labour market continues to face informality, lack of social security, and fragmented implementation across states. Background: In 2020, India consolidated 29 labour laws…
1. A New Nuclear Deal(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations; GS Paper 3 – Security and Nuclear Technology Context The editorial examines the recent U.S.-backed Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and the emerging possibility of reviving nuclear diplomacy. The piece explores the viability of negotiating a successor…
1. Filling in Details(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3 (Indian Economy – Inclusive Growth and Surveys) Context The government has taken a vital step to fill longstanding data gaps in household income by launching a comprehensive new survey after a 15-year hiatus. This marks an effort to gather reliable statistics to better inform…
1. Build on Outreach(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections, Government policies and interventions Context The Ministry of Tribal Affairs recently launched an outreach programme to increase awareness and accessibility of welfare schemes among tribal communities, particularly targeting remote and vulnerable groups. Government Initiatives The initiative launched two schemes:…
1. Fear Was the Currency(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS1 – Post-Independence Indian History, GS2 – Governance Context This editorial reflects on how fear and political repression enabled Indira Gandhi’s government to impose and sustain Emergency, silencing the opposition and weakening democratic structures. Mechanisms of Repression Indira Gandhi imposed Emergency fearing the rising…
1. Iran’s Limited Options(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – International Relations; GS3 – Internal Security Context Following the recent U.S. military strikes on Iranian targets, Iran’s options for retaliation appear limited. The editorial explores the strategic constraints faced by Iran, especially under Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, in responding effectively to growing external…
1. The Bog of War(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations), GS Paper 3 (Security) Context The editorial critically examines US intervention strategies, especially targeting Iran’s nuclear sites, and cautions against potential military entanglement. Unintended Escalations Trump’s strategy could drag the US into a broader conflict, echoing failures in Iraq…
1. Governor’s Role and Federalism: Upholding Constitutional Morality(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – (Polity & Governance – Federalism; Media Ethics) Context The editorial comments on Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan’s refusal to read the government-drafted address in the state assembly. Content: Incident: The Kerala Governor omitted parts of the policy address critical of…
1. Just a Lunch(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – International Relations (India–US–Pakistan relations) Context This editorial analyzes the implications of the informal meeting between US officials (including former President Trump) and Pakistan’s Army Chief General Munir, highlighting why India need not worry about symbolic interactions. India–US Strategic Calculus The meeting is symbolic…
1. Playing with Fire(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Internal Security Context The editorial discusses the growing global risks associated with the targeting of nuclear facilities amid conflicts, especially in Iran and Ukraine, and emphasizes the fragile balance of energy and deterrence diplomacy. Nuclear Risks in Warzones In…
