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GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Amid Opp protests, RS passes Registration of Births and Deaths Bill, Pg6

Amid opposition protests, Rajya Sabha passes Registration of Births and Deaths Bill, 2026, mandating judicial magistrate order for registrations delayed over two years.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Delhi distances itself from Hasina event today, Dhaka warns its media not to air, Pg7

India clarifies non-involvement in Sheikh Hasina's Delhi event, navigating diplomatic tensions with Bangladesh over media warnings and bilateral ties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

MP: Despite Red Flags, Panel Nod for Power Project in Tiger Corridor, Pg9

NBWL panel approves Panna-Ranipur hydropower project in critical tiger corridor despite DFO's red flags, with conditions for mitigation measures.

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

‘No third-party insurance, no fuel’: SC asks Centre for vehicle pilot project, Pg12

Supreme Court, shocked by 56% uninsured vehicles, directs Centre to pilot linking fuel purchase with valid insurance status for road safety.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Inflows of $49 billion in 2 months, but no 2013-like boost for rupee, Pg13

Despite $49 billion foreign inflows in two months, the rupee shows minimal strengthening, unlike 2013, due to RBI intervention and hedging.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

To become next UN chief, getting 'P5' onboard is key, Pg16

UNSC conducts first straw poll for next Secretary-General, with P5 consensus crucial for candidates like Grynspan, Birkett, and Grossi.

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

Cut, hike, hold: How RBI decides monetary policy, Pg16

RBI's Monetary Policy Committee evaluates inflation, crude oil, monsoon, and global factors to determine interest rate adjustments for economic stability.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Why SC expanded scope of domestic cruelty law to women in live-in relationships, Pg16

Supreme Court expands domestic cruelty law (Section 498A/BNS Section 85) to women in live-in relationships, provided there is an “intent to marry”.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

Global Warming: Picking Speed, Pg2

New study confirms global warming is accelerating, projecting Earth to breach 1.5°C by 2030, partly due to reduced aerosol pollution.

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

NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation, Pg6

US rebalances global strategy, pushing Europe to shoulder greater defence burden as NATO transforms for a new era.

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

Top Spot, Pg6

Union Cabinet approves ₹29,054 crore for Khelo India Scheme, aiming to boost grassroots sports and secure a top-10 finish for India at the 2036 Olympics.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Fugitives repatriated to India from 36 countries since 2019, Pg8

India repatriated 274 fugitives from 36 nations since 2019, attaching ₹17,874 crore assets under PMLA, significantly boosting anti-crime efforts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

3 widely used medicines classified as carcinogenic by WHO research agency, Pg12

WHO's IARC classifies three widely used essential medicines, including hypertension and transplant drugs, as carcinogenic to humans, raising global health concerns.

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

10-km mining buffer applies to all wetland reserves: SC, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates 10-km mining buffer zone for all wetland conservation reserves nationwide, citing environmental parity and protection.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Risks And Calamities Covered Under PMFBY

PMFBY now covers crop damage by wild animals as an add-on, with states bearing costs, and includes inundation for notified crops.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Provisions In BNS To Deal Crimes

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 introduces stringent provisions, including death penalty for gang rape of minors, prioritizing crimes against women and children.

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

Panchayat Development Index

Ministry of Panchayati Raj launches Panchayat Development Index (PAI) to assess Gram Panchayat performance against localized Sustainable Development Goals, boosting rural governance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Mission For Cotton Productivity

Government approves Rs 5,659 crore KAPAS KANTI Mission to boost cotton productivity and production across 14 states by 2031.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

Operationalisation Of SHE-LEAPS

SHE-LEAPS digital platform operationalized to monitor 11 lakh+ SHG enterprises under DAY-NRLM, boosting rural livelihoods and market access.

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