1. Losing the thread (Source – Indian Express, Section – The Editorial Page – Page No. – 14) Topic: GS3 – Agriculture Context India, once a leading cotton producer and exporter, has become a net importer due to policy paralysis, regulatory roadblocks, and a failure to adopt new agricultural technologies. The Boom Years: A Cotton…
1. INSPIRE SCHEME (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2115859 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Initiatives Context The INSPIRE scheme is implemented by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) to attract, nurture, and retain talented youth in science. The INSPIRE Scheme: 2. Restoration of mangroves (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2115836 ) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Conservation Context…
1. PM-WANI Scheme (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2115285 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context PM-WANI scheme aims to expand public Wi-Fi access across India, promoting Digital India, affordable internet, and rural connectivity through PDOs. Prime Minister’s Wi-Fi Access Network Interface (PM-WANI) Scheme Please check this out 26 March 2025: PIB Summary For UPSC
1. Strategic Supply Chain Management for Critical Minerals (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2114467 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government Policies Context Approved on January 29, 2025, the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) aims to ensure a sustainable supply of critical minerals, strengthening India’s exploration, mining, and processing capabilities. National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) – Key Highlights…
1. PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S MESSAGE ON THE EVE OF WORLD TUBERCULOSIS DAY (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2114205 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The President of India emphasized the National TB Elimination Programme’s achievements and urged collective efforts to eliminate tuberculosis, aligning with the global theme for 2025. What is Tuberculosis (TB)? Prevalence in…
1. Multiple Schemes Launched by Govt to Provide Financial Support to Women Across India (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2113658 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice, GS2 – Governance Context Recognizing women’s entrepreneurial spirit, the Indian government launched schemes providing financial support, skill development, and business opportunities for women entrepreneurs. Government Schemes for Women’s Financial Empowerment PYQ: “Microfinance…
1. The challenge of policing digital giants (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance, GS3 – Indian Economy Context On November 18, 2024, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a ₹213.14 crore fine on Meta. CCI also banned WhatsApp from sharing user data with Facebook and…
1. Redefining energy storage with photo-assisted, self-charging energy storage devices (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2112812 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Researchers from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru, have developed a new type of battery that can charge itself using oxygen from the air. New Discovery: Air-Chargeable Photo-Assisted Battery:
1. Vigyan Dhara: A Catalyst for India’s Scientific Progress (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2112121 ) Context The Vigyan Dhara scheme is a unified initiative by the Government of India to promote scientific research, innovation, and technology development. Introduction Key Components Special Focus Areas Conclusion Practice Question: Discuss the significance of the Vigyan Dhara scheme in strengthening India’s…
1. National Quantum Mission: India’s Quantum Leap (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2111953 ) Context India is advancing in quantum technology with the National Quantum Mission (NQM), approved on April 19, 2023, for a duration of 2023–24 to 2030–31.The mission has a budget of ₹6,003.65 crore and aims to make India a leader in quantum technology research and…