The Hindu (International Edition) – May 2, 2025 – UPSC-Relevant Summary


1. India Gets U.S. Support in Fight Against Terror

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: International Relations, Internal Security

  • Summary: Following the Pahalgam terror attack, U.S. reaffirmed support for India's right to self-defense. Key officials condemned terrorism and advised India-Pakistan de-escalation.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • 26 deaths in Pahalgam attack.

    • U.S. Sec. of State Marco Rubio and Defence Sec. Pete Hegseth made statements.

    • Missile testing notifications issued in Arabian Sea.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Cross-border terrorism, strategic ties.

    • Policies: Counter-terror diplomacy.

    • Implications: Enhanced global support.

  • Quotes: “U.S. stands in solidarity with India.” – Pete Hegseth

  • Tags: GS2, GS3

  • Static Linkages: Article 51, UAPA, Balakot/Uri precedent

  • Way Forward: Increase multilateral counter-terror collaboration

2. SAHAJOG Urban Welfare Scheme in Odisha

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: Polity & Governance, Social Welfare

  • Summary: Odisha's SAHAJOG aims to deliver 14 key schemes to urban poor using fast-track campaign mode.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • 15 lakh beneficiaries, 44 ULBs.

    • Linked to PMAY, NFSA, Ayushman Bharat.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Urban poverty, scheme delivery.

    • Policies: Viksit Odisha, Viksit Bharat.

    • Implications: Last-mile inclusion.

  • Quotes: Not specified.

  • Tags: GS2, Essay

  • Static Linkages: Article 243W, 12th Schedule

  • Way Forward: Expand across all ULBs with tech integration

3. BJP Announces Caste-Based Census

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: Polity & Governance, Social Justice

  • Summary: Central government reverses stance; caste census now to be part of 2026 enumeration.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • Constitutional amendment needed (Census Act 1948).

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Data-driven policymaking, social equity.

    • Policies: Reservation policies.

    • Implications: Political realignment, accurate welfare planning.

  • Quotes: “Census Act will have to be amended” – Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy

  • Tags: GS1, GS2

  • Static Linkages: Articles 15(4), 16(4), Mandal Commission

  • Way Forward: Legal safeguards and transparent implementation

4. GST Collection Hits Record ₹2.37 Lakh Crore

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: Economy

  • Summary: GST collection for April 2025 surges to second-highest ever, indicating economic robustness.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • ₹2.37 lakh crore collected, 12.6% YoY increase.

    • ₹46,913 crore from imports.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Tax compliance, fiscal health.

    • Implications: Buoyant economy, enhanced Centre-State revenues.

  • Quotes: “Strong indicator of economic strength” – KPMG India

  • Tags: GS3

  • Static Linkages: Article 279A, GST Council

  • Way Forward: Broaden tax base, enhance digital compliance

5. WAVES Summit & Creative Economy Push

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: Economy, Culture

  • Summary: PM Modi promotes India's creative and cultural industries at the WAVES Summit.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • Entertainment sector to grow from $28M to $100M.

    • WAVES: World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Soft power, cultural diplomacy.

    • Policies: Digital India, Make in India.

  • Quotes: “Creativity boom is next big thing” – Adobe CEO

  • Tags: GS1, GS3

  • Static Linkages: UNESCO reports, Copyright Act

  • Way Forward: Encourage IP rights, export creative services

6. Election Commission to Link Death Data with Voter Rolls

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: Polity & Governance

  • Summary: EC to use RGI's death data to clean electoral rolls, ensure real-time updates.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • Linked to Rule 9, Registration of Electors Rules.

    • Section 3(5)(b), Registration of Births & Deaths Act.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Electoral fraud, digital governance.

    • Implications: Enhanced voter trust, democratic integrity.

  • Quotes: EC Statement

  • Tags: GS2

  • Static Linkages: Representation of People Act, 1950

  • Way Forward: Full digital integration with civil databases

7. Vizhinjam International Port Project

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: Infrastructure, Economy

  • Summary: India to inaugurate deep-sea port in Kerala to bolster transshipment and regional trade.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • Deep-draft, all-weather port.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Maritime logistics, regional development.

    • Policies: Sagarmala, PM Gati Shakti.

    • Implications: Reduced dependency on Colombo/Singapore hubs

  • Quotes: Not specified.

  • Tags: GS3

  • Static Linkages: Maritime India Vision 2030

  • Way Forward: Seamless hinterland connectivity and customs integration

8. Indus Waters Treaty and Diplomatic Leverage

  • Date: May 2, 2025

  • Category: International Relations, Environment

  • Summary: India explores options under the IWT post-Pahalgam attack, including water flow regulation.

  • Prelims Facts:

    • IWT signed in 1960, cannot be terminated unilaterally.

  • Mains Relevance:

    • Issues: Water diplomacy, strategic deterrence.

    • Implications: Pressuring Pakistan, food security in region.

  • Quotes: “India may use drawdown flushing” – MEA official

  • Tags: GS2, GS3

  • Static Linkages: Vienna Convention on Law of Treaties, IWT

  • Way Forward: Maintain legal sanctity while increasing deterrent value

(Additional entries such as Ukraine-US minerals deal, NHRC heatwave advisory, SAARC dynamics, etc., can be continued as needed.)

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