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GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Enumeration for Phase 3 of SIR begins in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Pg1

Election Commission initiates Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur to enhance voter inclusion.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

Vulnerabilities in marking platform ‘contained’: CBSE, Pg1

CBSE's OnMark platform hacked; vulnerabilities exposed student data, raising data privacy and security concerns, prompting government intervention.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Nepal PM sparks row, says his country has encroached upon Indian territory, Pg1

Nepal PM claims Nepali encroachment on Indian territory, sparking political row over border disputes and cross-border land occupation.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Space Technology

Webb telescope captures weather on exoplanet 700 lightyears away, Pg2

James Webb Telescope unveils extreme weather patterns on exoplanet WASP-94A b, revealing dynamic cloud formations and atmospheric composition.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues

The majoritarian shadow over Adivasi identity, faith, Pg6

RSS affiliates' conclave demands delisting converted Adivasis, sparking concerns over identity, constitutional rights, and majoritarian influence on tribal communities.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Investment ModelsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

​From bad to worse, Pg6

US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

How T.N.’s healthcare leads by example, Pg7

Tamil Nadu's healthcare model emphasizes primary care, decentralized delivery, and technology integration, offering lessons for nationwide healthcare reform and accessibility.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Prisons in India continue to be overcrowded by undertrials, Pg7

NCRB report reveals Indian prisons grapple with overcrowding, 73% undertrials, staff vacancies, and infrastructure shortfalls despite capacity expansions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

General Subramani takes charge as CDS; lays emphasis on ‘JAI’, Pg10

General Subramani assumes CDS role, prioritizing 'JAI'—Jointness, Atma Nirbharta, Innovation—to bolster national security through integrated armed forces.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Human trafficking can’t be separated from broader migration flows, says SC, Pg12

Supreme Court links migration, human trafficking, emphasizes rights for voluntary sex workers, and flags ITPA flaws.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16

AUKUS deal revised: Australia to receive three used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new ones for cost-effectiveness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

Govt seeks to bring back delimitation Bill, push joint polls by 2029, Pg3

Government seeks to revive Delimitation Bill and push 'One Nation, One Election' by 2029 amid political realignment efforts.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

J&K HC: President, Govt can terminate govt employees over 'security of state', Pg4

J&K High Court upholds President/Governor's power to sack employees threatening state security without inquiry under Article 311(2)(c).

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Herbal cigarettes as harmful as tobacco cigarettes: Study, Pg4

IITGN and UIUC study reveals herbal cigarettes emit harmful substances, comparable to tobacco, challenging 'healthy' marketing claims.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Space Technology

Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12

NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

Safer motherhood begins before pregnancy, Pg12

India's maternal mortality declines significantly, but widespread anemia among women remains a critical challenge requiring urgent, comprehensive solutions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Austerity is needed, but energy security requires breaking silos in government, Pg12

Expert advocates for unified energy governance to tackle energy security challenges through integrated policy and executive oversight via new ministry/PMO department.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Food Processing and Related Industries

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16

RBI likely to hold rates steady amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation, growth, and global uncertainties for economic stability.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16

RBI's FY26 income surges to ₹4.28 lakh crore driven by rupee defence, bond yields, and forex transactions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Materials Division of Tata Group, IIT Jodhpur is scaling up indigenous production of advanced materials for defence, electronics and energy storage sectors., Pg18

Tata Group and IIT Jodhpur collaborate to boost indigenous advanced materials production for defence, electronics, and energy storage, enhancing self-glowing paint technology.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

IIT Jodhpur Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur are advancing futuristic materials science through high-scale engineering of advanced two-dimensional (2D) materials. (The researchers have successfully synthesized freestanding bo..., Pg18

IIT Jodhpur pioneers borophene research for advanced batteries, sensors, and nanoelectronics, collaborating with Tata Group for indigenous production scale-up.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Researchers find a protein that halts brain decline, Pg19

Scientists identify Menin protein decline as trigger for age-related brain inflammation and memory loss; D-serine supplement shows promise.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Drug to stop fatty liver disease, Pg19

ION224, novel drug, offers hope for MASH patients by targeting liver fat buildup and inflammation without weight loss.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Reverse brain ageing with nose spray, Pg19

Texas A&M researchers develop nasal spray using microRNAs reversing brain ageing, improving memory, and reducing inflammation after just two doses.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Junk food rewires brain for life, Pg19

Junk food consumption during childhood can cause permanent brain rewiring, impacting appetite control and feeding behaviour into adulthood.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelims

How AI maps are helping India find hidden TB cases before it's too late, Pg19

AI-powered vulnerability mapping identifies high-risk TB areas, boosting case detection by 251% in Haryana and 53% in Assam.

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