News of The Day: 11th September 2025

News of The Day –  11th September 2025

SOURCES: The Hindu, Indian Express, Live Mint, Business Standard, Economic Times, PIB and AIR, etc

(with Syllabus Relevance)

(GS1: History)

• Who was Acharya Vinoba Bhave, and what was his role in India’s freedom struggle?
• What is the significance of the Bhoodan Movement initiated by him?
• How did his philosophy of non-violence influence social reforms?

(GS1: Art and Culture)

• What is the Gyan Bharatam initiative, and what are its objectives?
• How does it aim to preserve and promote India’s cultural heritage?

(GS2: Polity and Governance)

• What is the India-UN SDG Cooperation Framework, and how does it address nutrition?
• What revisions did NITI Aayog propose for food security outcomes?
• How do these align with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and India’s nutrition programs?
• What challenges exist in achieving food security in India?
• How do schemes like PM Poshan and ICDS support these goals?

(GS2: International Relations)

• What is the Katchatheevu dispute between India and Sri Lanka?
•  Why is the Palk Strait significant for maritime and fishing activities?
• What are the historical and legal aspects of these disputes?

(GS2: International Relations)

• What is the concept of “Chindia” in global geopolitics and economics?
• How have India-China relations evolved in recent years?
• What factors (e.g., trade, border issues) influence the revival of Chindia?
• How does India balance cooperation and competition with China?
• What role does Chindia play in shaping Asia’s geopolitical landscape?

(GS2: International Relations)

• What is the Atal Innovation Centre, and what are its objectives?
• Why was IIT Delhi-Abu Dhabi chosen for India’s first overseas centre?
• How does this promote innovation and entrepreneurship globally?

• What are critical and atomic minerals, and why are they vital for India?
• Why did the Environment Ministry exempt these mining activities from public consultation?
• How does this decision impact environmental governance and local communities?
• What are the trade-offs between economic growth and environmental sustainability?
• How does this align with India’s energy transition and self-reliance goals?

(GS3: Economy)

• What is GST 2.0, and how does its two-slab structure (5% and 18%) simplify taxation?
• How can GST 2.0 boost consumption and economic growth?
• What are the expected impacts on businesses and consumers?
• How does it address previous GST challenges like compliance and rate complexity?
• What are the risks of fiscal deficit due to reduced tax revenue?

 (GS 3:Economy)

• How is AI being integrated into India’s economic and industrial growth?
• What government initiatives (e.g., IndiaAI Mission) support AI development?
• How does India balance AI innovation with ethical and regulatory challenges?
• What are the economic benefits of AI adoption in sectors like healthcare and agriculture?

(GS3: Environment)

• Where is Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary located, and what is its ecological significance?
• What species are protected in this sanctuary?
• What role do state governments play in managing wildlife sanctuaries?