GLOBAL WATER CRISIS WARNING (TH) The Global Commission on the Economics of Water has issued a report emphasizing the urgent need for improved water management to prevent a significant global water crisis. Key Warnings from the Commission: Severe Water Shortage: The report predicts a 40% gap between freshwater demand and supply by 2030. Threat to
SUPREME COURT CASE REGARDING MADARSA EDUCATION AND SECULARISM TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY: INDIAN EXPRESS The Supreme Court of India is currently reviewing the constitutionality of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004. This case has significant implications for how religious education, particularly in madarsas, aligns with the principles of secularism in India. Background Madarsa
MANIPUR CRISIS AND MANAGING DIVERSITY IN INDIA TOPIC: (GS3) SECURITY: THE HINDU The ongoing crisis in Manipur has drawn significant attention to the challenges of managing diversity within India’s federal framework. This situation raises critical questions about the effectiveness of the Constitution in addressing identitarian differences in a diverse nation. About Special Provisions Diversity in
INDIA-CHINA COORDINATED PATROLLING AGREEMENT TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY: THE HINDU India and China have agreed on a framework to manage their border tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the eastern region of Ladakh. This development includes mutual disengagement in specific areas to restore the pre-April 2020 status quo. Key Areas of Disengagement Depsang
WHY IS DELHI’S AIR QUALITY DETERIORATING? TOPIC: (GS3) ENVIRONMENT: THE HINDU Delhi’s air quality significantly worsens during winter, especially after the southwest monsoon withdrawal. The city’s particulate matter (PM 2.5) levels often spike beyond safe limits, causing a severe public health concern. The main contributors include stubble burning, vehicle emissions, and atmospheric conditions. Stubble Burning
GENDER REPRESENTATION IN THE INDIAN JUDICIARY TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY: THE HINDU The representation of women in the Indian judiciary remains low, especially in higher courts such as the High Courts and the Supreme Court. Although entry-level recruitment of women has improved, female judges still face numerous obstacles at senior levels. Current Statistics: According to the
ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF ADJOURNMENTS AND CASE PENDENCY TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY: THE HINDU President Droupadi Murmu has emphasized the need to eliminate delays in the judicial process. During the District Judiciary Conference, she highlighted that frequent adjournments create obstacles for poor and rural populations in accessing justice, as they fear their cases will remain unresolved
THE NILGIRIS AS A SHARED WILDERNESS TOPIC: (GS3) ENVIRONMENT: THE HINDU The Nilgiri Biosphere, India’s first UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve, spans over 5,500 square kilometres across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. It is home to rare and endemic flora and fauna, including the Nilgiri tahr, the star-eyed bush frog, and medicinal plants used by indigenous communities.
INDIA'S PATH TO ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION TOPIC: (GS3) INDIAN ECONOMY: THE HINDU China, an autocracy, has seen notable wage growth despite limited returns for shareholders. Conversely, India, a democracy, has enjoyed high shareholder returns alongside weaker wage growth. This divergence underlines the distinct paths these countries have taken toward economic growth, underscoring India's struggle with “employed
NCST CHALLENGES NTCA’S ADVISORY ON VILLAGE RELOCATION IN TIGER RESERVES TOPIC: (GS3) ENVIRONMENT: THE HINDU The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has expressed serious concerns regarding a recent directive issued by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). This advisory advises state forest departments to begin the process of relocating villages from tiger reserves. NCST’s
SUPREME COURT RULING ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AND REDISTRIBUTION TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY: INDIAN EXPRESS The Supreme Court of India, in a landmark decision by a nine-judge bench, clarified the scope of Article 39(b) of the Constitution, which deals with the distribution of resources for the common good. The bench disagreed with earlier judgments that allowed the
WHAT TRUMP 2.0 MEANS FOR INDIA TOPIC: (GS2) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: THE HINDU Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency brings a new chapter in India-U.S. relations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who expressed strong support for Mr. Trump during his 2019 rally in Houston, may find benefits in this renewed partnership Opportunities in India-U.S. Relations Stronger
