Narendra Modi’s Deng Xiaoping moment

Source– The post is based on the article “Narendra Modi’s Deng Xiaoping moment” published in “The Indian Express” on 13th June 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance- Issues related to bilateral groupings and agreements News– US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan’s visit to Delhi this week is expected to finalise the agreements that… Continue reading Narendra Modi’s Deng Xiaoping moment

Wrestlers’ protest and the shrinking space for dissent

Source– The post is based on the article “Wrestlers’ protest and the shrinking space for dissent” published in “The Hindu” on 13th June 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Pressure Groups and Formal/Informal Associations and their Role in the Polity. Relevance– Issues related to social movements News – Wrestlers protested for more than one month over the issues… Continue reading Wrestlers’ protest and the shrinking space for dissent

An Atmanirbhar move – on fertiliser sector

Source– The post is based on the article “An Atmanirbhar move” published in the “The Indian Express” on 13th June 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Infrastructure Relevance- Issues related to fertiliser sector News– The article highlights the progress achieved by current government in fertiliser sector. How has India’s department of fertilisers made significant strides in achieving self-reliance… Continue reading An Atmanirbhar move – on fertiliser sector

Same-sex marriage: Morality vs equality

Source– The post is based on the article “Same-sex marriage: Morality vs equality” published in “The Hindu” on 13th June 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Vulnerable sections of the population. GS2- Judiciary Relevance- Issues related to LGBT News- Just a few days before the Supreme Court of India commenced hearings on the same-sex marriage issue. What questions… Continue reading Same-sex marriage: Morality vs equality

Seeds of stagnation in Bt cotton: Can newer variants impact productivity?

Source: This post is created based on the article “Seeds of stagnation in Bt cotton: Can newer variants impact productivity?”, published in Business Standard on 13th June 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS paper 3 – Science and tech – GM Crops News: GEAC is considering the genetically modified (GM) Bt cotton seed variant, Bollgard-2 Round-up Ready… Continue reading Seeds of stagnation in Bt cotton: Can newer variants impact productivity?

You, I, AI & GOI – on implication of generative AI

Source: This post is created based on the article “You, I, AI & GOI”, published in The Times of India on 13th June 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS paper 3 – Science and tech – GM Crops Context: The article discusses the ongoing debate about the development and regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI). OpenAI CEO Sam… Continue reading You, I, AI & GOI – on implication of generative AI

India, UAE target $100 bn in non-oil trade by 2030

Source: The post is based on the article “India, UAE target $100 bn in non-oil trade by 2030”  published in The Hindu on 13th June 2023 What is the News? The first meeting of the Joint Committee of India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was held recently. What are the key highlights from the India-UAE… Continue reading India, UAE target $100 bn in non-oil trade by 2030

Will a hike in MSP help farmers?

Source: The post is based on the article “Will a hike in MSP help farmers?” published in The Hindu on 13th June 2023 Syllabus: GS 3 – Transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints. Relevance: About revamping MSP. News: Recently, the Centre announced the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for this year’s summer (kharif) season crops.… Continue reading Will a hike in MSP help farmers?

About India’s Internet economy: Growth driver – Expanding internet economy will increase opportunities

Source: The post is based on the article “Growth driver – Expanding internet economy will increase opportunities” published in the Business Standard on 13th June 2023 Syllabus: GS 3 – changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Relevance: About the report on India’s Internet economy. News: A research report titled “e-Conomy” makes startling projections about India’s… Continue reading About India’s Internet economy: Growth driver – Expanding internet economy will increase opportunities

Our population question

Source: This post has been created based on the article “Our population question”, published in Business Standard on 12th June 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1 – Population and associated issues Context: India is projected to surpass China and become the world’s most populous country around mid-2023, reaching a population of approximately 1.45 billion. The… Continue reading Our population question

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