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

Nepal raises Lipulekh issue; India says no ‘historical’ record, Pg1

Nepal raises concerns with India and China regarding Kailash Manasarovar Yatra through Lipulekh, claiming territorial sovereignty; India refutes claims.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and FundingGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

AI and a gathering storm of unchecked power, Pg6

Unchecked AI power raises ethical concerns as tech giants shape warfare, surveillance, and civil liberties, demanding global regulatory action.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Keeping India’s carbon money at home, Pg6

India considers IBAM to counter EU's CBAM, aiming to retain carbon revenues for domestic green projects and ensure fair trade.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 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

Rationalising Iran’s nuclear capability, Pg8

Analysis: Iran's nuclear program navigates NPT restrictions, breakout potential, and religious considerations amid international scrutiny and regional tensions.

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

Why does EU want Google to open up Android to AI rivals?, Pg9

EU pressures Google to open Android to AI rivals, sparking debate over competition, security, and innovation in the tech landscape.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: Space Technology

Mission Drishti, world’s first OptoSAR satellite, launched, Pg12

GalaxEye's Mission Drishti, world's first OptoSAR satellite, launched by SpaceX, providing all-weather, day-and-night imaging with EO and SAR sensors.

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

Govt. issues guidelines on childhood diabetes care, Pg12

Government unveils national framework for childhood diabetes, ensuring universal screening, free treatment, and integrated care for children under 18.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

How dual-use satellites are blurring the lines of modern space war, PgII

Dual-use satellites blur space war lines: cyberattacks cripple communications, spoof GPS, and expose legal blindspots, impacting global security.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Govt explores EU-like law to safeguard firms against third countries' sanctions, Pg1

India considers EU-like law to protect firms from third-country sanctions impacting critical services and data access.

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

Why benchmark oil prices don't show the full picture, Pg9

West Asia conflict causes oil market volatility; physical prices surge to $150/barrel amid supply concerns, exceeding benchmark rates.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

How India's new emergency messaging system works, Pg9

India tests cell broadcast emergency alert system for faster disaster warnings, leveraging mobile network technology for widespread, conspicuous alerts.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Why India's new helicopter-launched naval missile 'hits different', Pg9

India successfully tests NASM-SR, a new helicopter-launched naval missile with 'man-in-loop' and 'waterline hit' capabilities, enhancing maritime security.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

The next fuel shift: More ethanol in the tank, Pg10

India eyes E85, E100 fuel adoption amidst energy crisis, offering cheaper, greener alternative to petrol by 2026.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

How the newest rail zone came into being; ops likely to commence from June 1, Pg13

South Coast Railway Zone (SCoR) gazette notification imminent; operations to commence June 1, 2026, boosting Andhra Pradesh's rail infrastructure.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

OPEC+ agrees 3rd oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure, Pg13

OPEC+ agrees to a modest oil output hike for June amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions, signaling market control despite limited impact.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Dengue is spreading fast: Can science outsmart it at last?, Pg14

Scientists deploy breakthrough technologies to combat dengue, focusing on vaccine development and understanding disease mechanisms amidst climate change challenges.

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