1. DAC clears 10 capital acquisition proposals worth approx. Rs 1.05 lakh crore under Buy (Indian‑IDDM) category (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), July, 4, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 (Defence Production, Security Infrastructure) Context The Defence Acquisition Council approved major capital procurements under the “Buy (Indian‑IDDM)” route—India’s indigenous defence procurement initiative under Aatmanirbhar Bharat….
1. Staying the course on fiscal consolidation Source – Page 6, The Hindu Editorial Section Topic: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy (Public Finance) Context The editorial highlights the Indian government’s fiscal challenges amid global uncertainties and the imperative of maintaining fiscal discipline post-pandemic while sustaining growth momentum. Background The fiscal deficit for 2023-24 is…
1. Closing In On TB(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 2 (Health), GS Paper 3 (Science and Technology – Health Tech & Biotechnology) Context India’s fight against tuberculosis (TB) is gaining momentum under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP). With the goal of eliminating TB by 2025, the country has leveraged innovative…
Q1) Is U.S. unilateralism a threat to global stability? Discuss with reference to India’s strategic autonomy and the emerging role of the Global South. (GS Paper 2 – International Relations, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answer: U.S. unilateralism, marked by assertive military interventions and withdrawal from multilateral commitments, poses significant challenges to the rules-based international order….
(Source: The Indian Express, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 03 July 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 03 July 2025 Topic: GS Paper 2: Governance, Fundamental Rights, Freedom of Speech, Role of State and Media Context The editorial critiques the Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2024, recently proposed by the…
(Source: The Indian Express, Editorial Page) Also Read: The Indian Express Editorial Analysis: 03 July 2025 Also Read: The Hindu Editorial Analysis: 03 July 2025 Topic: GS Paper 3: Internal Security, Defence Preparedness, Strategic Policy Context The editorial emphasizes the need for an institutionalized post-operation review mechanism following India’s cross-border military action under Operation Sindoor, akin to…
1. Kill the Bill(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance, Freedom of Speech, Federalism, Role of Media Context The editorial criticizes the Karnataka Government’s proposed Karnataka Misinformation and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, arguing that it overreaches and risks suppressing free speech under the pretext of tackling fake news. Legislative Overreach…
1. On the Shifting Sands of Climate Diplomacy Source – Page 6, The Hindu Editorial Section Topic: GS Paper 3 (Environment and Climate Change), GS Paper 2 (International Relations) Context The editorial discusses the dynamics of international climate negotiations in the backdrop of growing geopolitical tensions, diverging national interests, and the recent developments at global…
Q1) Evaluate India’s evolving development cooperation strategy with the Global South in light of shrinking global ODA and debt crises. (GS Paper 2 – International Relations, 15 Marks, 250 Words) Answers: India’s development cooperation strategy has increasingly positioned it as a credible development partner to the Global South, especially as traditional sources of Official Development…
