31 May 2025: The Hindu Editorial Analysis
1. Rebuilding J&K Source – ( Page 6, The Hindu Editorial) Topic: GS2: Governance, GS3: Internal Security Context The editorial addresses the fragile state of recovery in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on the urgent need for physical and economic security for its civilian population. The long-lasting conflict, military presence, and social alienation have led to…
31 May 2025 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. Decoding GDP(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Indian Economy, Growth, Agriculture & Industry Context India’s GDP growth for Q4 of FY 2024–25 came in at 7.4%, beating most analyst expectations. However, a closer look reveals significant sectoral imbalances, a weak manufacturing base, and a concerning nominal growth trend, pointing to a fragile…
31 May 2025 : Daily Current Affairs
1. Give up Azhar, Saeed before talks, says Rajnath Source: Page 1, The Hindu, 30 May 2025 Topic: GS2: International Relations; Internal Security Context Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made a strong statement regarding Pakistan’s accountability in anti-terror operations. Content: India’s Anti-Terror Stance: India demands the handover of terrorist leaders Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar before…
31-May-2025 Daily Answer Writing
Q1) Discuss the challenges in implementing India’s One Health mission in the context of zoonotic outbreaks like bird flu. (GS2, 15 Marks, 250 words) Answer: India’s “One Health” approach aims to integrate human, animal, and environmental health for comprehensive pandemic preparedness. The recent recurrence of bird flu outbreaks underscores the need for effective One…
The Deregulation We Need
(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Indian Economy, Regulatory Reforms, Ease of Doing Business, Employment Generation Context Despite strong GDP growth, India continues to face critical challenges in job creation, private investment, and productivity—mainly due to excessive and outdated regulatory systems. The editorial underscores the need for broad-based deregulation in India to unlock…
Kerala No Water Crisis
(Source: Page 1, The Hindu) Topic: GS Paper 2: Governance; GS Paper 3: Disaster Management, Environment Context Kerala is facing an acute water shortage due to delayed monsoons, drying rivers, and excessive groundwater extraction. Current Situation Dams are running dry; 24 out of 37 reservoirs have below 25% storage. Water tankers deployed; public urged to…
Reading the Hike
(Source: Editorial Page, The Indian Express) Topic: GS3: Agriculture, MSP Policy, Food Security, Climate-Resilient Farming Context With the southwest monsoon arriving early in 2025, the Government of India has announced the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for kharif crops in advance, giving farmers a timely price signal before the sowing season begins. The editorial examines the…
30 May 2025: PIB Summary For UPSC
1. Envoys of Six Nations Present Credentials to the President of India (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations Context Diplomatic relations are formalized through the presentation of credentials by foreign envoys to the host country’s head of state. Content On May 29, 2025, President Droupadi…