1. Dr. Jitendra Singh Inaugurates ‘National Biobank’ and India’s own Longitudinal Population Data study at CSIR‑IGIB (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), July, 7, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Biotechnology; Health Infrastructure; Scientific Research Context Within India’s push towards personalized medicine and precision healthcare, the establishment of a national-level biobank marks a major milestone. It complements…
1. India’s Strategic Push for Global South Solidarity through BRICS and Bilateral Engagements Source – Page 8, The Hindu Editorial Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context PM Narendra Modi’s visits to Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, and participation in the BRICS Summit mark a strategic effort to reinforce South-South cooperation, reimagine global governance, and build…
1. Declaration at BRICS Summit Reflects India’s Concerns Over Terrorism, Governance Reforms Source: The Hindu, Page 1 , july 7, 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2: International Relations (Multilateralism, Terrorism, Global Governance) Context The BRICS Leaders’ Declaration in Rio de Janeiro addressed India’s key concerns, especially cross-border terrorism and global institutional reforms. Content: Key Highlights: The…
Q1) Evaluate the role of the BRICS summit in addressing India’s concerns over terrorism and global governance. (GS Paper 2 – Governance, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: India has actively leveraged multilateral platforms like BRICS to project its core strategic concerns—particularly terrorism and reforms in global governance. The 2025 BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro…
1. Like Salt to Wound(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 2: India–US Relations, WTO & Trade Negotiations; GS Paper 3: Agriculture (GM crops, agri-trade), Technology in Agriculture, Food Security Context The editorial discusses US pressure on India to open its markets to genetically modified (GM) soyabean and maize. The issue highlights the…
1. Tax benefits available under NPS shall apply mutatis mutandis to UPS (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), July, 5, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 ( Indian Economy: Pension Reforms, Taxation) Context The Government introduced the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for new Central Government recruits under NPS from 1 April 2025. To operationalize it, PFRDA…
1. Is China’s Tech Sector Entering a New Era of Growth? Source – Page 6, The Hindu UPSC IAS Edition, 05 July 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations) & GS Paper 3 (Science & Technology, Economy) Context China’s tech industry is rebounding after years of regulatory crackdowns. This editorial explores the dynamics of China’s…
Q1) Evaluate the strategic implications of China’s direct support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, in light of India’s evolving national security challenges. (GS Paper 3 – Internal Security, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: China’s military support to Pakistan, especially during critical operations like Operation Sindoor, highlights a deepening strategic convergence that poses significant implications for…
1. India to Impose Retaliatory Tariffs Worth $724 Million on U.S. Source: The Hindu, Page 1 , july 5, 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2 & 3: International Relations and Trade Context India has informed WTO of its intent to impose retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods following steep U.S. tariffs on Indian auto imports. Content: U.S….
