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13Feb 2025

Should Convicted Politicians Be Permanently Barred from Elections?

Syllabus: GS-2: Representation of People’s Act , Parliament , Judgements & Cases Focus: The Supreme Court is hearing a petition seeking a lifetime ban on convicted individuals from contesting elections. The petition argues that if convicted persons are ineligible for government jobs, they should also be disqualified from becoming lawmakers. The Central government, however, maintains …

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13Feb 2025

AI: For Good and for all

Syllabus: GS 3: Emerging technologies Why in the News? India co-chaired the Paris AI Action Summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting the need for inclusive AI governance, ethical deployment, and bridging the AI divide between the Global North and South. Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming economies, governance, and societies. While its potential …

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13Feb 2025

Impact of India’s Economic Policies and Global Alliances on Energy Trade

Economic Implications: The Pros and Cons India-US Energy Trade: Benefits and Challenges Pros: 1. Energy Security & Diversification – Reducing dependency on a single region ensures uninterrupted supply and mitigates risks from geopolitical tensions. 2. Reduced Price Volatility – US oil imports help buffer India from OPEC+ production cuts that often cause sharp price fluctuations. …

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13Feb 2025

Karnataka’s Industrial Leap: ₹7.5 Lakh Crore Investment, 20 Lakh Jobs, and a High-Tech Future

Karnataka’s Industrial Policy for 2025-30 outlines a comprehensive strategy to position the state as a leader in high-tech manufacturing and sustainable economic development. The policy aims to attract investments totaling ₹7.5 lakh crore and generate 20 lakh jobs over the next five years. Key Objectives: Investment and Employment: The policy targets ₹7.5 lakh crore in …

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12Feb 2025

India Energy Week 2025: Advancing Clean & Sustainable Energy

Why the news? India Energy Week 2025, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi, highlights India’s leadership in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and sustainable mobility. Key initiatives include expanding non-fossil fuel capacity, boosting hydrogen adoption, and launching the 10th OALP bidding round. Key Highlights of the India Energy Week 2025 : PM Narendra Modi inaugurated India Energy …

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12Feb 2025

Russia Offers R-37M Missile to Boost India’s Air Defense

Why in the news? Russia has offered India the R-37M hypersonic air-to-air missile, one of the world’s longest-range missiles, capable of striking targets 300-400 km away. This missile enhances India’s air superiority by neutralizing high-value enemy aircraft like AWACS and tanker planes. Key Highlights of the R-37M Missile: Russia has offered R-37M, one of the …

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12Feb 2025

India-Egypt Joint Military Exercise ‘Cyclone’ Begins in Rajasthan

Why in the news? The third edition of the India-Egypt joint military exercise ‘Cyclone’ is being held at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan, from February 11 to 23, 2025. The exercise focuses on special warfare tactics, counter-terrorism, and strengthening defense ties. About exercise ‘Cyclone’ : The third edition of the India-Egypt joint military exercise, ‘Cyclone,’ …

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12Feb 2025

SC Declines Central Monitoring of Mob Lynching Cases

Why the news? The Supreme Court ruled that it cannot centrally monitor mob lynching prosecutions across states, urging victims to approach local courts and authorities. It also rejected a plea for uniform compensation, stating it should be based on injury severity. Supreme Court’s Stand on Monitoring Prosecutions: The Supreme Court stated it cannot micro-manage criminal …

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12Feb 2025

Earth’s Inner Core May Be Changing Shape, Study Finds

Why in the news? A study published in Nature Geoscience suggests Earth’s inner core has deformed at its outer boundary due to gravitational forces or turbulent flow in the outer core, affecting its rotation and seismic wave patterns observed over the past decades. Study Overview and Key Findings: A study published in Nature Geoscience suggests …

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12Feb 2025

President’s Rule in Manipur: Constitutional Provisions and Legal Precedents

Why in the news? Following N. Biren Singh’s resignation as Manipur’s Chief Minister, the BJP is exploring leadership options. If no consensus candidate emerges, President’s Rule may be imposed, a move the party wants to avoid due to its stance against central intervention in states. Instances of President’s Rule in India: Since 1950, President’s Rule …

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