1. Technology and the challenge of equitable education (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Education Context The expansion of digital technology in rural India, especially post-COVID-19, has improved education accessibility. However, challenges remain in equitable learning and effective digital integration. Education Trends in the…
1. The saga of regulating India’s thermal power emissions (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Environment Context On December 30, 2024, India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) extended the deadline for thermal power plants to meet sulphur dioxide (SO₂) emission norms. The new deadline…
1. A Budget that is mostly good but with one wrong move (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context The Union Budget 2025-26 aims to accelerate economic growth while ensuring fiscal prudence. It focuses on capital expenditure, tax revenue trends, and fiscal…
1. Some wind behind the sails of India’s shipping industry (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● The Indian government has made significant investments in the maritime sector through the Sagarmala Programme, but Indian shipping remains stagnant and faces various challenges. ● The 2025…
1. Beyond tax cuts, a closer read of the Union Budget (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context The Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, presented the Union Budget on February 1, 2025, amidst major economic challenges. Backdrop of the Budget Fiscal Targets…
1. A note for New Delhi on dealing with ‘Trumperica’ (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Effect of policies and politics of developed countries on India’s interests Context The Trump administration’s executive actions on immigration, trade, and AI will impact India’s workforce, economy, and…
1. The science is clear, crowd disasters are preventable (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management Context This week, India witnessed a tragic crowd crush at the Maha Kumbh led to the deaths of 30 people. Such disasters have become common worldwide at religious…
1. Broken promises in a warming world (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations, GS3 – Environment Context The U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement under Trump highlights its inconsistent climate commitments – shifting burdens onto developing nations and undermining global climate action. Impact of U.S….
1. The Budget pipeline and India’s foreign policy ambitions (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) budget is crucial for India’s foreign policy and global ambitions, yet remains underfunded. Increased allocation is needed for diplomacy, regional cooperation, and institutional…
1. The Union Budget as a turning point for climate action (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy, GS3 – Environment Context The FY26 Union Budget must address India’s climate goals by prioritizing renewable energy, decarbonization, circular economy, green finance, and climate resilience measures. Focus on…
