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GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court rules Section 498A of IPC, penalizing cruelty, applies to live-in partners and their relatives, recognizing evolving societal norms.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Live-in relationship a reality, law on cruelty to partner applies: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court rules Section 498A of IPC, penalizing cruelty, applies to live-in partners and their relatives, recognizing evolving societal norms.

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

LNG Imports Rise As US, Nigeria And Oman Offset Hormuz Volume Loss, Pg1

India boosts LNG imports by 15.4% from US, Nigeria, Oman, offsetting Strait of Hormuz disruptions and West Asia war impact on energy supply.

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

LNG Imports Rise As US, Nigeria And Oman Offset Hormuz Volume Loss, Pg1

India boosts LNG imports by 15.4% from US, Nigeria, Oman, offsetting Strait of Hormuz disruptions and West Asia war impact on energy supply.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: E Governance

New Real-Time Portal For Organ Transplants: National Wait Lists, Aadhaar-Linked Pledges, Pg1

NOTTO launches real-time national organ transplant portal with Aadhaar-linked pledges, unifying waitlists and tracking outcomes for efficient, transparent allocation across India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: E Governance

New Real-Time Portal For Organ Transplants: National Wait Lists, Aadhaar-Linked Pledges, Pg1

NOTTO launches real-time national organ transplant portal with Aadhaar-linked pledges, unifying waitlists and tracking outcomes for efficient, transparent allocation across India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Amid Opp protest, LS passes Bill to increase number of SC judges, Pg6

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill 2026 amidst opposition protests to address 92,101 pending cases.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Amid Opp protest, LS passes Bill to increase number of SC judges, Pg6

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill 2026 amidst opposition protests to address 92,101 pending cases.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Art FormsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Odisha seeks Govt help to get UNESCO tag for Rath Yatra, Pg6

Odisha seeks Centre's intervention for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage tag for iconic Jagannath Rath Yatra, boosting global recognition of India's traditions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Art FormsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Odisha seeks Govt help to get UNESCO tag for Rath Yatra, Pg6

Odisha seeks Centre's intervention for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage tag for iconic Jagannath Rath Yatra, boosting global recognition of India's traditions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Space Technology

Vikram Sarabhai Medal for Annapurni Subramaniam, Pg7

Astrophysicist Annapurni Subramaniam becomes the first Indian woman to receive the prestigious COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal-2026 for her stellar contributions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Space Technology

Vikram Sarabhai Medal for Annapurni Subramaniam, Pg7

Astrophysicist Annapurni Subramaniam becomes the first Indian woman to receive the prestigious COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal-2026 for her stellar contributions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelims

No national monument status for Mangarh Dham; tribal party calls it an insult, Pg8

Union Ministry denies national monument status to historic Mangarh Dham, citing extensive modern development, sparking outrage from tribal party over 1913 massacre site.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelims

No national monument status for Mangarh Dham; tribal party calls it an insult, Pg8

Union Ministry denies national monument status to historic Mangarh Dham, citing extensive modern development, sparking outrage from tribal party over 1913 massacre site.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

US-Japan Joint Action: How A Stronger Yen Affects Indian Markets, Pg9

US-Japan's joint currency intervention strengthens yen, raising concerns for Indian markets due to potential FII exodus from carry trades.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

US-Japan Joint Action: How A Stronger Yen Affects Indian Markets, Pg9

US-Japan's joint currency intervention strengthens yen, raising concerns for Indian markets due to potential FII exodus from carry trades.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Why Iran war didn't cause fertiliser crisis, Pg9

India deftly navigates global energy shock from Iran war, securing urea supply through diversification and subsidies, but faces challenges with DAP and complex fertilizers.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Why Iran war didn't cause fertiliser crisis, Pg9

India deftly navigates global energy shock from Iran war, securing urea supply through diversification and subsidies, but faces challenges with DAP and complex fertilizers.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Climate whiplash, fire clouds: The factors fuelling Europe's massive wildfires, Pg9

Europe's massive wildfires intensify due to climate change, extreme weather events like 'climate whiplash,' and changing land use patterns, causing significant environmental and economic damage.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Climate whiplash, fire clouds: The factors fuelling Europe's massive wildfires, Pg9

Europe's massive wildfires intensify due to climate change, extreme weather events like 'climate whiplash,' and changing land use patterns, causing significant environmental and economic damage.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Behind Kerala's Decision To Take Some Forest Spots Off Google Maps, Pg9

Kerala moves to remove illegal geotags from Google Maps to safeguard sensitive forest ecosystems, wildlife corridors, and prevent disaster-prone entries.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Behind Kerala's Decision To Take Some Forest Spots Off Google Maps, Pg9

Kerala moves to remove illegal geotags from Google Maps to safeguard sensitive forest ecosystems, wildlife corridors, and prevent disaster-prone entries.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Listening to rivers, learning from fires, Pg10

Climate change impacts unfold distinctly across diverse ecologies, demanding proactive governance, ecological stewardship, and localized disaster preparedness beyond mere relief efforts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Listening to rivers, learning from fires, Pg10

Climate change impacts unfold distinctly across diverse ecologies, demanding proactive governance, ecological stewardship, and localized disaster preparedness beyond mere relief efforts.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Manufacturing Growth Near 5-Yr Low In July: PMI, Pg13

India's manufacturing growth hits near five-year low in July, with PMI falling to 53.5 amid slowing domestic demand and job creation.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Manufacturing Growth Near 5-Yr Low In July: PMI, Pg13

India's manufacturing growth hits near five-year low in July, with PMI falling to 53.5 amid slowing domestic demand and job creation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Door Opens For Fee On UPI, RuPay Debit Card Payment To Big Merchants, Pg13

Finance Ministry paves way for fees on UPI and RuPay debit card payments to large merchants, aiming to ensure digital payment ecosystem's financial sustainability.

Door Opens For Fee On UPI, RuPay Debit Card Payment To Big Merchants, Pg13

Finance Ministry paves way for fees on UPI and RuPay debit card payments to large merchants, aiming to ensure digital payment ecosystem's financial sustainability.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Govt Plans Tax Relief For Offshore Funds, Electronics' Contract Mfg, Pg13

Government proposes major tax relief for offshore funds and electronics contract manufacturing, extending exemptions until 2040-41 to attract foreign investment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Govt Plans Tax Relief For Offshore Funds, Electronics' Contract Mfg, Pg13

Government proposes major tax relief for offshore funds and electronics contract manufacturing, extending exemptions until 2040-41 to attract foreign investment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Proof Of Life, Pg6

Parliament passes Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026, requiring judicial magistrate orders for birth registrations delayed over two years, raising concerns about access to identity documents.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Proof Of Life, Pg6

Parliament passes Births and Deaths Amendment Bill 2026, requiring judicial magistrate orders for birth registrations delayed over two years, raising concerns about access to identity documents.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power, Pg6

India prioritizes critical minerals for strategic autonomy, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities through domestic exploration and global partnerships for clean energy.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power, Pg6

India prioritizes critical minerals for strategic autonomy, addressing supply chain vulnerabilities through domestic exploration and global partnerships for clean energy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

AI and cyber, the double helix of today’s security threats, Pg6

AI and cyber threats are exponentially reshaping global security, creating sophisticated attacks, challenging traditional defenses, and demanding urgent international oversight.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

AI and cyber, the double helix of today’s security threats, Pg6

AI and cyber threats are exponentially reshaping global security, creating sophisticated attacks, challenging traditional defenses, and demanding urgent international oversight.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

The Problem With India’s Free Trade Agreement Strategy, Pg7

India's FTA strategy underperforms, widening trade deficits and weakening export competitiveness with Asian partners, necessitating stronger domestic industrial capabilities and policy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

The Problem With India’s Free Trade Agreement Strategy, Pg7

India's FTA strategy underperforms, widening trade deficits and weakening export competitiveness with Asian partners, necessitating stronger domestic industrial capabilities and policy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Why has PoK erupted in protests?, Pg8

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir witnesses violent protests against inflation and opaque governance, met with a harsh crackdown by Pakistani security forces, condemned by India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Why has PoK erupted in protests?, Pg8

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir witnesses violent protests against inflation and opaque governance, met with a harsh crackdown by Pakistani security forces, condemned by India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Sustainable Alternative To Mined Stones, Pg9

Lab-grown diamonds emerge as a sustainable, ethical alternative to mined stones, addressing environmental damage, conflict, and worker exploitation with advanced technology and government support.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Why Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Sustainable Alternative To Mined Stones, Pg9

Lab-grown diamonds emerge as a sustainable, ethical alternative to mined stones, addressing environmental damage, conflict, and worker exploitation with advanced technology and government support.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Lok Sabha passes SC judges Bill without any discussion, Pg10

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, without discussion amidst Opposition protests over police action and Ram Temple allegations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Lok Sabha passes SC judges Bill without any discussion, Pg10

Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, without discussion amidst Opposition protests over police action and Ram Temple allegations.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Rajya Sabha passes Bill on MSMEs amid Opposition protests, Pg10

Rajya Sabha passed the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, mandating TReDS for CPSEs to address MSME liquidity concerns, despite Opposition protests.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Rajya Sabha passes Bill on MSMEs amid Opposition protests, Pg10

Rajya Sabha passed the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, mandating TReDS for CPSEs to address MSME liquidity concerns, despite Opposition protests.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Top court asks govt. to ensure safe footpaths, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates Union government to provide broad, clear footpaths, affirming the right to walk as a fundamental right for all citizens.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Domestic cruelty rules cover live-in couples: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court extends domestic cruelty laws (Section 498A IPC) to live-in relationships 'in the nature of marriage', adapting law to modern realities.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Domestic cruelty rules cover live-in couples: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court extends domestic cruelty laws (Section 498A IPC) to live-in relationships 'in the nature of marriage', adapting law to modern realities.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Literature

Gyan Bharatam Mission and Preservation of Manuscript Heritage

Union Government launches Gyan Bharatam Mission with Rs 491.66 crore to digitize and preserve India's vast manuscript heritage by 2031.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Literature

Gyan Bharatam Mission and Preservation of Manuscript Heritage

Union Government launches Gyan Bharatam Mission with Rs 491.66 crore to digitize and preserve India's vast manuscript heritage by 2031.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Glaw Lake Becomes Arunachal Pradesh’s First Ramsar Site; India’s Ramsar Sites Tally Reaches 101

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh designated India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone for biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Glaw Lake Becomes Arunachal Pradesh’s First Ramsar Site; India’s Ramsar Sites Tally Reaches 101

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh designated India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone for biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Samudra Manthan – National Offshore Exploration Scheme

India launches ₹84,084 crore Samudra Manthan scheme to unlock vast offshore hydrocarbon potential, targeting 600 MMTOE reserves and boosting energy self-reliance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Samudra Manthan – National Offshore Exploration Scheme

India launches ₹84,084 crore Samudra Manthan scheme to unlock vast offshore hydrocarbon potential, targeting 600 MMTOE reserves and boosting energy self-reliance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

The Making of a Sporting Nation

Union Cabinet approves revamped Khelo India Scheme with ₹36,441 crore outlay, aiming to transform India into a global sporting powerhouse by 2036.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

The Making of a Sporting Nation

Union Cabinet approves revamped Khelo India Scheme with ₹36,441 crore outlay, aiming to transform India into a global sporting powerhouse by 2036.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM)

PM-SYM scheme for unorganised workers enrolls over 54 lakh beneficiaries, government implements measures to improve retention and awareness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM)

PM-SYM scheme for unorganised workers enrolls over 54 lakh beneficiaries, government implements measures to improve retention and awareness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Implementation Of E-Shram Portal

e-Shram portal registers over 31.82 crore unorganised workers, integrating 15 social security schemes for comprehensive welfare and digital access.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Implementation Of E-Shram Portal

e-Shram portal registers over 31.82 crore unorganised workers, integrating 15 social security schemes for comprehensive welfare and digital access.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Skill Development and Expanding Workforce

Government details extensive Skill India Mission initiatives, including PMKVY and NEP 2020, to enhance workforce skills and employability across sectors.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Skill Development and Expanding Workforce

Government details extensive Skill India Mission initiatives, including PMKVY and NEP 2020, to enhance workforce skills and employability across sectors.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices of BRICS Countries

India chairs BRICS statistical offices meeting in Lucknow, focusing on quality data, modernizing systems, and data governance for evidence-based policymaking.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices of BRICS Countries

India chairs BRICS statistical offices meeting in Lucknow, focusing on quality data, modernizing systems, and data governance for evidence-based policymaking.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Water Management And Conservation

Government leverages advanced digital tools and schemes like Atal Bhujal Yojana, NAQUIM, and JSJB for comprehensive water management, conservation, and groundwater recharge across states.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Water Management And Conservation

Government leverages advanced digital tools and schemes like Atal Bhujal Yojana, NAQUIM, and JSJB for comprehensive water management, conservation, and groundwater recharge across states.

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