News Analysis
GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
IIP in October slips to a 14-month low, Pg1
India's industrial production growth hits 14-month low at 0.4% in October 2025 due to electricity and consumer goods contraction.
GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure
SC gives CBI free hand to stop ‘digital arrest’ scams, Pg1
Supreme Court directs CBI to investigate ₹3,000 crore 'digital arrest' scams targeting elderly, overriding state consent for pan-India probe.
GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues
The need for ‘heart-resilient’ urban planning, Pg6
Heart disease surge demands 'heart-resilient' urban planning integrating land use, transport, and green spaces for healthier, equitable cities.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS1: Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
War clouds, Pg6
Trump's Venezuela threats spark intervention fears amid rising U.S. military presence and accusations of drug trafficking, regime change.
GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure
The new action plan on AMR needs a shot in the arm, Pg6
NAP-AMR 2.0 launched amidst concerns over state-level implementation, demanding stronger Centre-State coordination and accountability for effective AMR control.
GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Inclusive GrowthGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
Cautious optimism, Pg6
India's Q2 GDP surges to 8.2%, exceeding estimates, fueled by manufacturing and services, but trade deficit raises concerns about sustainability.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues
Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty?, Pg7
World Bank projects halt in poverty reduction post-2030 due to economic stagnation in poorest nations, especially Sub-Saharan Africa.
GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources
Can India become self-reliant in REE production?, Pg8
India approves ₹7,280-crore scheme for domestic rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing amid China's export restrictions to boost self-reliance.
GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Biotechnology
Why does India need bioremediation?, Pg8
India explores bioremediation to combat pollution using microorganisms for sustainable waste cleanup, facing challenges in standards and public acceptance.
GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Education Sector
Number of govt. schools falls, but those with fewer than 10 students see a steady rise, Pg10
Government school numbers decline, while schools with under 10 students rise to 65,000 in 2024-25, raising concerns.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Space Technology
The science, technology, and pitfalls of using nuclear power in space, PgII
Lunar Fission Surface Power Project aims to deploy nuclear reactor on moon, sparking debate on safety and legal framework.
GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors
Centre asks smartphone makers to pre-install its app, triggers concerns, Pg1
Government mandates pre-installation of 'Sanchar Saathi' app on all smartphones to combat cyber fraud and track stolen devices.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
THE 14TH EDITION of the annual India-Maldives bilateral exercise, Pg1
India-Maldives commence 14th Ekuverin exercise in Kerala, enhancing counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism interoperability amidst evolving regional security dynamics.
GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Representation of the People's Act
Why EC note was an early warning, citizenship became key issue in SC, Pg1
EC's Bihar revision sparks citizenship concerns; SC intervenes on Aadhaar, raising questions on electoral roll accuracy and disenfranchisement risks.
GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure
Govt cleared school funds for Kerala after it signed PM-SHRI MoU, show answers in LS, Pg6
Kerala receives Rs 92.41 crore in school funds after signing PM-SHRI MoU, ending Centre-State standoff over education scheme implementation.
GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
What after relief to Sandesaras? ED braces for other defence petitions, Pg9
Supreme Court allows quashing of FIRs against Sandesaras upon ₹5,100 crore deposit, raising concerns about similar petitions from other loan defaulters.
GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy
Rupee has fallen and that is not a bad thing, Pg10
Rupee depreciation against major currencies boosts exports, mitigates China's import threat amid record trade deficit, says RBI data.
GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
Govt's China counter: Push for RE magnets, Pg12
India approves ₹7,280-crore scheme to boost domestic rare earth magnet production, reducing reliance on China amid rising demand.
GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Why pollution affects north Indian cities more than south & west, Pg12
North Indian cities grapple with severe pollution due to geography and winter inversion, analysis reveals.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: PolityGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS2: Indian Diaspora
What is HIRE Act, reintroduced by Democratic lawmaker Krishnamoorthi?, Pg12
US Congressman Krishnamoorthi reintroduced HIRE Act, proposing to double H-1B visas to 130,000 and boost STEM education.
GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy
Big reset for insurance sector as govt readies sweeping reform Bill, Pg13
Insurance sector poised for major overhaul as government proposes 100% FDI, composite licensing, and eased entry norms.
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