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

Free Indo-Pacific a priority for India and Japan: Modi, Pg1

Modi and Takaichi affirm free Indo-Pacific as priority, sealing defence co-development and $1 trillion Japanese investment for regional stability.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

VB-G RAM G scheme rolled out from village in A.P., Pg1

India launches VB-G RAM G scheme replacing MGNREGS from AP, pledging ₹11,700 crore for rural employment, asset creation, and farmer welfare.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

SC sets aside NCLT order for relying on AI-crafted case law, Pg1

Supreme Court voids NCLT order, citing "catastrophic" reliance on AI-generated fictitious case law, demanding BCI frame norms against judicial hallucinations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

Can space oncology revolutionise cancer treatment?, Pg2

Space oncology revolutionizes cancer treatment, leveraging microgravity for accelerated drug discovery and pharmaceutical manufacturing, with a market projected to hit $9.8 billion by 2034.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Government Budgeting

​Unwelcome surge, Pg10

India's June GST collections surged 13.9% to ₹1.95 lakh crore, but imported inflation and rupee depreciation, not domestic growth, fueled this 'unwelcome' buoyancy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

A shot at life, Mandsaur’s model for HPV vaccination, Pg10

Mandsaur district pioneers 100% HPV vaccination for vulnerable girls, leveraging data, behavioral nudges, and integrated healthcare to combat cervical cancer.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

A hold on AI, Pg10

UN report exposes AI's rapid, unregulated growth, deepening Global South-North divide, and warns of catastrophic societal harms, urging governments to hold tech firms accountable.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Navy foils piracy attempt in Gulf of Aden; three vessels still in captivity, IMO warns, Pg14

Indian Navy's INS Trikand thwarts Gulf of Aden piracy on MV Golden Arsenal; IMO warns of critical humanitarian crisis for Indian seafarers on captive ships.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 2: Health Sector

Centre amends drug rules to ensure uniform regulations, Pg16

Centre amends Drugs Rules 1945, bringing stem cell, gene therapy, and xenograft products under Centrally License Approving Authority for stricter oversight.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran tells tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz, Pg18

Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in the Strait of Hormuz or face a “forceful response,” escalating tensions over the crucial waterway.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Govt looks at stricter rules for VPN providers: Office in India, appoint compliance officials, Pg1

India to mandate local offices, compliance officers for VPNs, aiming to curb content blocking bypass and enhance digital control.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

From strategic stockpiling to AI ecosystem, roadmap is rolled out, Pg1

India and Japan forge strategic alliance on energy resilience, AI ecosystem development, and economic growth with 10 trillion yen investment target.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Economy

In Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, ministry's green nod for coal mining in Kente block, Pg9

Environment Ministry grants controversial clearance for Kente coal block in Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo forests, risking massive deforestation, biodiversity loss, and tribal displacement.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Delhi-Tokyo ties face the future, Pg10

Delhi-Tokyo strengthen strategic partnership amid US Indo-Pacific uncertainty and China's assertiveness, focusing on tech and military cooperation for regional stability.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing, Pg10

Delhi government implements proactive winter pollution strategy, imposing GRAP-like curbs from November 1 to avert public health crisis.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Don't bet on an AI trickle-down, Pg11

US weaponizes AI access, creating a strategic gap; India must accelerate domestic chip fabrication and secure compute guarantees to avoid technological dependence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

US gatekeeping will only lead to diffusion, Pg11

US AI gatekeeping, exemplified by Claude Fable 5 access ban, risks accelerating China's tech rise and fostering global sovereign AI development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Scams, spoofing: Govt's concerns over WhatsApp's username feature, Pg12

Indian government issues stern notice to WhatsApp, demanding explanation for new username feature over grave fraud and impersonation fears, threatening rollout halt.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Architecture

The traditional models to manage temples, state's role, Pg12

Ram Temple embezzlement allegations spark intense debate on traditional temple management models, state's constitutional powers, and financial accountability of religious endowments.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 1: World Wars

Russia rains missiles, drones on Kyiv in major offensive, 21 killed, Pg14

Russia's deadliest missile and drone assault on Kyiv kills 21, devastates 130 buildings; Zelenskyy faults allies for air defense shortfalls.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Tehran warns US and Israel as it gets ready for Khamenei funeral, Pg14

Iran threatens 'decisive, rapid' response to US interference in Strait of Hormuz, warns Israel against attacks amidst Supreme Leader Khamenei's funeral.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: ArchitectureGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UN asks Pakistan to reverse 'reconstructions' at Taxila sites, Pg14

UNESCO warns Pakistan to reverse 'reconstructions' at Taxila's Mohra Moradu and Sirkap sites, threatening delisting from World Heritage status.

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