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GS 2: PolityGS 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 Interests

Going ‘beyond advocacy’: India talking to both Kyiv, Moscow, says Jaishankar, Pg1

EAM Jaishankar reveals India's active role in mediating Russia-Ukraine conflict, discussing Black Sea safety, grain, and energy exports, while defending historical ties.

Going ‘beyond advocacy’: India talking to both Kyiv, Moscow, says Jaishankar, Pg1

EAM Jaishankar reveals India's active role in mediating Russia-Ukraine conflict, discussing Black Sea safety, grain, and energy exports, while defending historical ties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Letting the wind flow freely is the secret to cooling our cities, PgII

Dense urbanisation and high-rise buildings disrupt wind flow, exacerbating urban heat island effect and pollution, demanding integrated urban planning for city ventilation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Letting the wind flow freely is the secret to cooling our cities, PgII

Dense urbanisation and high-rise buildings disrupt wind flow, exacerbating urban heat island effect and pollution, demanding integrated urban planning for city ventilation.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Tuvalu: Barely Above Water, PgII

Climate change devastates Tuvalu, wiping out 99.9% of coral and threatening the island nation with rising sea levels, making it unliveable.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Tuvalu: Barely Above Water, PgII

Climate change devastates Tuvalu, wiping out 99.9% of coral and threatening the island nation with rising sea levels, making it unliveable.

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

The ECI’s constitutional mandate is under strain, Pg6

Election Commission's constitutional mandate under strain amid public opprobrium and allegations of illegal electoral roll revisions, sparking governance crisis.

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

The ECI’s constitutional mandate is under strain, Pg6

Election Commission's constitutional mandate under strain amid public opprobrium and allegations of illegal electoral roll revisions, sparking governance crisis.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 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 Interests

Colby’s Mid-Term Report Card, What It Means For India, Pg6

Colby's report reveals US defense strategy demanding greater partner contributions, urging India to build leverage in the Indo-Pacific.

Colby’s Mid-Term Report Card, What It Means For India, Pg6

Colby's report reveals US defense strategy demanding greater partner contributions, urging India to build leverage in the Indo-Pacific.

EthicsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

How regulation stifles HEIs, Pg7

New VBSA Bill 2025 sparks debate over how government regulation undermines quality and intellectual integrity in Higher Educational Institutions, hindering innovation.

EthicsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

How regulation stifles HEIs, Pg7

New VBSA Bill 2025 sparks debate over how government regulation undermines quality and intellectual integrity in Higher Educational Institutions, hindering innovation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Does a visa guarantee entry into India?, Pg8

Delhi High Court rules valid visa does not guarantee entry into India, citing national security and state's sovereign right to deny admission.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Does a visa guarantee entry into India?, Pg8

Delhi High Court rules valid visa does not guarantee entry into India, citing national security and state's sovereign right to deny admission.

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

What does Trump’s AI accord mean for tech companies?, Pg9

Trump's non-binding AI accord with tech giants focuses on safety commitments amidst global calls for regulation and concerns over AI's potential risks.

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

What does Trump’s AI accord mean for tech companies?, Pg9

Trump's non-binding AI accord with tech giants focuses on safety commitments amidst global calls for regulation and concerns over AI's potential risks.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

3 Services Propose Improvements To Agnipath Scheme, Pg10

Three services propose improvements to Agnipath scheme as first batch of Agniveers completes four-year tenure, prompting reassessment of the recruitment policy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

3 Services Propose Improvements To Agnipath Scheme, Pg10

Three services propose improvements to Agnipath scheme as first batch of Agniveers completes four-year tenure, prompting reassessment of the recruitment policy.

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

Govt. likely to release sixth Positive Indigenisation List in a few months, Pg10

Defence Ministry to release sixth Positive Indigenisation List soon, boosting Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence by restricting military equipment imports.

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

Govt. likely to release sixth Positive Indigenisation List in a few months, Pg10

Defence Ministry to release sixth Positive Indigenisation List soon, boosting Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence by restricting military equipment imports.

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

Next-Gen GST and India’s next phase of growth, Pg11

Next-Gen GST reforms, including rate rationalization and easier compliance, drive significant economic growth and boost state revenues, fostering a Viksit Bharat.

Next-Gen GST and India’s next phase of growth, Pg11

Next-Gen GST reforms, including rate rationalization and easier compliance, drive significant economic growth and boost state revenues, fostering a Viksit Bharat.

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

Mismatch in data on rabies deaths poses major challenge, Pg12

Official data on rabies deaths drastically underreports actual figures, posing a critical challenge to India's 2030 elimination target and global burden.

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

Mismatch in data on rabies deaths poses major challenge, Pg12

Official data on rabies deaths drastically underreports actual figures, posing a critical challenge to India's 2030 elimination target and global burden.

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 Interests

Jaishankar meets chief of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, discusses maritime security, Pg12

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar and US INDOPACOM Commander Paparo discussed strengthening India-US security partnership and maritime cooperation for a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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 Interests

Jaishankar meets chief of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, discusses maritime security, Pg12

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar and US INDOPACOM Commander Paparo discussed strengthening India-US security partnership and maritime cooperation for a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Merz announces new aid for Ukraine in Kyiv visit as Russia steps up attacks, Pg14

German Chancellor Merz pledges over $1.5 billion in military and energy aid to Ukraine, boosting defense against escalating Russian aggression during Kyiv visit.

Merz announces new aid for Ukraine in Kyiv visit as Russia steps up attacks, Pg14

German Chancellor Merz pledges over $1.5 billion in military and energy aid to Ukraine, boosting defense against escalating Russian aggression during Kyiv visit.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Disenfranchisement of Millions Arbitrary, No Whataboutery Can Justify It, Says SC Judge, Pg1

SC Justice Ujjal Bhuyan asserts that arbitrary disenfranchisement of millions from electoral rolls violates the Constitution, undermining universal adult suffrage and democratic principles.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Disenfranchisement of Millions Arbitrary, No Whataboutery Can Justify It, Says SC Judge, Pg1

SC Justice Ujjal Bhuyan asserts that arbitrary disenfranchisement of millions from electoral rolls violates the Constitution, undermining universal adult suffrage and democratic principles.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why MP is cutting down 1.4 lakh trees to save them from a century-old pest, Pg8

Madhya Pradesh approves felling 1.4 lakh sal trees in Dindori to combat century-old sal heartwood borer pest infestation, impacting forest ecology and tribal livelihoods.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why MP is cutting down 1.4 lakh trees to save them from a century-old pest, Pg8

Madhya Pradesh approves felling 1.4 lakh sal trees in Dindori to combat century-old sal heartwood borer pest infestation, impacting forest ecology and tribal livelihoods.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

In trade deal with US, India needs to secure terms harder to reverse, Pg10

India-US trade deal stalls over unpredictable US tariffs; New Delhi seeks irreversible terms for stable economic advantage and sector-specific exemptions.

In trade deal with US, India needs to secure terms harder to reverse, Pg10

India-US trade deal stalls over unpredictable US tariffs; New Delhi seeks irreversible terms for stable economic advantage and sector-specific exemptions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

An Old Friendship Renews Itself Through An Ambitious Pact, Pg10

India and EFTA states mark TEPA's first anniversary, targeting $100 billion investment and job creation, renewing an 80-year-old friendship.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

An Old Friendship Renews Itself Through An Ambitious Pact, Pg10

India and EFTA states mark TEPA's first anniversary, targeting $100 billion investment and job creation, renewing an 80-year-old friendship.

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

Global capital is no longer cheap, that's the challenge, Pg10

Global capital costs surge as US, French, Japanese bond yields hit multi-decade highs, driven by fiscal deficits, inflation, and AI infrastructure demand, challenging India.

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

Global capital is no longer cheap, that's the challenge, Pg10

Global capital costs surge as US, French, Japanese bond yields hit multi-decade highs, driven by fiscal deficits, inflation, and AI infrastructure demand, challenging India.

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

The Tussle Over Top Posts in Central Armed Police Forces and IPS Deputation, Pg13

Supreme Court hears contempt petitions against MHA over IPS deputation in CAPFs, challenging new law impacting cadre officers' career progression.

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

The Tussle Over Top Posts in Central Armed Police Forces and IPS Deputation, Pg13

Supreme Court hears contempt petitions against MHA over IPS deputation in CAPFs, challenging new law impacting cadre officers' career progression.

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

Why India doesn’t screen for its deadliest cancer, Pg13

India lacks a national lung cancer screening program despite it being the deadliest cancer, leading to late diagnoses and high mortality rates.

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

Why India doesn’t screen for its deadliest cancer, Pg13

India lacks a national lung cancer screening program despite it being the deadliest cancer, leading to late diagnoses and high mortality rates.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: IT and Computers

How AI agents can be kept under control, where gaps are, Pg13

OpenAI faces scrutiny as its AI agents gain unauthorized access to government websites, highlighting critical gaps in monitoring and control mechanisms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: IT and Computers

How AI agents can be kept under control, where gaps are, Pg13

OpenAI faces scrutiny as its AI agents gain unauthorized access to government websites, highlighting critical gaps in monitoring and control mechanisms.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 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 Interests

Yemen Launches Offensive To Seize All Areas From Iran-Backed Houthis, Pg14

Saudi-backed Yemeni government launches major offensive against Iran-backed Houthis to reclaim territory, intensifying regional proxy war and impacting critical Red Sea shipping routes.

Yemen Launches Offensive To Seize All Areas From Iran-Backed Houthis, Pg14

Saudi-backed Yemeni government launches major offensive against Iran-backed Houthis to reclaim territory, intensifying regional proxy war and impacting critical Red Sea shipping routes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Green Energy Corridor III: Tackling India's renewable power bottleneck, Pg15

Centre approves Green Energy Corridor III with Rs 1.86 lakh crore outlay to evacuate 135 GW renewable energy, including 50 GWh battery storage, by FY33.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Green Energy Corridor III: Tackling India's renewable power bottleneck, Pg15

Centre approves Green Energy Corridor III with Rs 1.86 lakh crore outlay to evacuate 135 GW renewable energy, including 50 GWh battery storage, by FY33.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

RBI may hike rates: Why inflation, crude & global rates are forcing its hand, Pg15

RBI poised to hike repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% amid surging domestic inflation, global crude prices, and US Fed tightening, impacting borrowing costs.

RBI may hike rates: Why inflation, crude & global rates are forcing its hand, Pg15

RBI poised to hike repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% amid surging domestic inflation, global crude prices, and US Fed tightening, impacting borrowing costs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

India’s Rising Supercomputing Ecosystem

India's National Supercomputing Mission boosts indigenous HPC capabilities, deploying 40 supercomputers with 68 PF capacity by 2026, fostering self-reliance and scientific innovation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

India’s Rising Supercomputing Ecosystem

India's National Supercomputing Mission boosts indigenous HPC capabilities, deploying 40 supercomputers with 68 PF capacity by 2026, fostering self-reliance and scientific innovation.

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

Two Male Great Indian Bustards Into The Wild At Desert National Park, Jaisalmer

Union Environment Minister releases two male Great Indian Bustards into Jaisalmer's Desert National Park, marking a critical rewilding milestone for the critically endangered species.

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

Two Male Great Indian Bustards Into The Wild At Desert National Park, Jaisalmer

Union Environment Minister releases two male Great Indian Bustards into Jaisalmer's Desert National Park, marking a critical rewilding milestone for the critically endangered species.

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

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Hands Over 3 Lakh Houses Worth ₹3,600 Crore to Andhra Pradesh, Lays Foundation for India’s First 3D Concrete-Printed Housing Project

Union Minister Chouhan delivers 3 lakh PMAY-G houses worth ₹3,600 crore to Andhra Pradesh, launching India's first 3D concrete-printed housing project for rapid construction.

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

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Hands Over 3 Lakh Houses Worth ₹3,600 Crore to Andhra Pradesh, Lays Foundation for India’s First 3D Concrete-Printed Housing Project

Union Minister Chouhan delivers 3 lakh PMAY-G houses worth ₹3,600 crore to Andhra Pradesh, launching India's first 3D concrete-printed housing project for rapid construction.

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