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

M.P. and Kerala ban cough syrup brand; Centre starts inspection of pharma units in six States, Pg1

Cough syrup scare: States ban Coldrif amid DEG contamination concerns; Centre launches multi-state pharma unit inspections for quality assurance.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Israel ‘eases Gaza strikes’ after Trump’s peace push, Pg1.

Following U.S. President Donald Trump’s mediation efforts for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, Israel eased its bombing campaign in Gaza City, marking a possible first step toward implementing the U.S.-brokered peace plan.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

British PM to visit India next week, Pg11

British PM's India visit aims to bolster trade ties, discuss global issues amidst Gaza and Ukraine conflicts.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Constitutional Bodies

UPSC set to release answer keys after Civil Service prelims, Pg11

UPSC to release provisional answer keys post-prelims, addressing transparency concerns raised in Supreme Court petition regarding Civil Services exam.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Punjab farm fire cases fell 70% in 2024, but total scorched area shows a rising trend, Pg11.

Punjab witnessed a 70% drop in stubble-burning incidents in 2024 compared to 2023, but paradoxically, the total burnt area increased, sparking concerns about the accuracy of satellite-based fire data and effectiveness of pollution control measures.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Textile firms appeal against anti-dumping duty on key input, Pg12.

The Indian textile industry has urged the government to remove the anti-dumping duty (ADD) on Mono Ethylene Glycol (MEG) — a key input for manufacturing polyester yarn and fabrics — citing increased production costs and dependency on imports.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Greener way to get rare-earths out of e-waste, Pg13

Rice University's flash Joule heating with chlorination extracts rare-earth elements from e-waste with 90% purity, slashing energy use and emissions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

The case to rethink India’s influenza vaccination strategy, Pg13

Experts advocate biannual influenza vaccination in India to combat dual-peak outbreaks, urging government inclusion in UIP for wider coverage.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Space Technology

Webb Space telescope spots potential ‘dark stars’, Pg13

James Webb Telescope discovers potential 'dark stars' fueled by dark matter annihilation, challenging star formation theories and early universe understanding.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

STAY INFORMED, STAY EMPOWERED

Delhi Police releases simplified guide comparing old IPC/CrPC sections with new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita/Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita sections.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

PM welcomes leadership of Trump, calls it decisive progress, Pg1.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed former U.S. President Donald Trump’s leadership in facilitating progress on the U.S.-brokered Gaza peace initiative, after Hamas agreed in principle to key terms of the 20-point plan. Modi termed the development “decisive progress” toward peace and stability in the region.

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

Cough syrup, Pg1.

Cough syrup contamination kills ten children in Madhya Pradesh; government halts sales of implicated drug due to toxic chemical.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Surviving landmine blasts to reaching podium, Pg1.

Army Para Athletes overcome landmine injuries, clinch historic medals at World Para Athletics Championships, showcasing resilience and sportsmanship.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

₹1.82-lakh crore assets lying unclaimed with banks, says FM, Pg6.

₹1.82-lakh crore in unclaimed financial assets with banks, regulators to be claimed through 'Apki Poonji, Apka Adhikar' campaign.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Months after FTA sealed, Starmer to visit India on Oct 8-9, hold talks with Modi, Pg6.

UK PM Starmer's India visit on Oct 8-9 to boost FTA, discuss trade, and global issues with PM Modi.

GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Constitutional Bodies

UPSC to SC: Will give provisional answer key after preliminary test, Pg7.

UPSC to release provisional answer key post-prelims, responding to SC petition for transparency and timely grievance redressal.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Investment Models

India-EFTA deal strengthens rule of law amid growing global trade uncertainty,Pg11.

India-EFTA trade deal strengthens economic ties amid global trade uncertainties, with EFTA pledging $100 billion investment in India.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

Why carb dependence is pushing us to diabetes, Pg22.

ICMR study reveals high carb diets increase diabetes risk; advocates for protein-rich, diverse food policies and dietary changes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Education Sector

Why is a spectre of empty classrooms looming?, Pg14.

Tamil Nadu has sought a review of the Supreme Court’s September 1, 2025 judgment mandating that all in-service teachers from Classes 1–8 in non-minority schools must clear the Teachers’ Eligibility Test (TET) within two years or face compulsory retirement. Several States have raised concerns about the feasibility and implications of this order.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

What is Nagaland’s job quota issue?, Pg14.

An organisation of five “advanced” tribes in Nagaland has sought a review of the State’s 48-year-old job reservation policy that grants special quotas to seven “Backward Tribes (BTs).” The move has sparked a political and social standoff, with the government forming a review panel amid opposition from backward tribe groups.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

How is India responding to crowding disasters?, Pg14.

On September 27, 2025, a political rally led by actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder Vijay in Tamil Nadu’s Karur district turned tragic when a crowd crush killed 41 people, mostly young adults. The incident has triggered national concern over the lack of scientific and statutory crowd management laws in India.

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