This video of Editorial analysis from Shankar IAS Academy provides a detailed analysis of current affairs from multiple newspapers, focusing on topics relevant to UPSC preparation. This video explores two impactful topics: _*First topic*_ discusses about the need for mainstreaming wetland conservation, citing threats like *urbanization, climate change, and biodiversity loss* . It discusses *India’s wetland status, Ramsar Convention, and national initiatives like the Wetland Rules 2017* . It stresses holistic management, policy enforcement, community participation, and scientific monitoring for sustainable conservation and the _*Second topic*_ discusses about the urgency for *India to take a leadership role in AI* , beyond mere participation. It discusses the geopolitical and technological shifts in *AI dominance, citing China’s DeepSeek-RK model* and global AI investments. It stresses AI innovation, strategic autonomy, skilled workforce, and ecosystem-building as essential for India's progress.
