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GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Be open about names added to final Bihar poll rolls, SC tells EC, Pg1

Supreme Court questions Election Commission on transparency of Bihar voter list revisions, seeks clarity on deleted and added voters.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Trio wins Physics Nobel for building device showing ‘quantum tunnelling’, Pg1

Nobel Prize awarded for demonstrating 'quantum tunnelling' via electrical circuits, enabling control of particle behavior at macroscopic level.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Ahead of Muttaqi’s visit, India takes a step closer to recognising Taliban, Pg1

India edges closer to recognizing Taliban as Muttaqi attends Moscow Format; Jaishankar to host talks on October 10.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Release Wangchuk, Pg6

Sonam Wangchuk's detention under NSA sparks debate on dissent, governance, and national security; Ladakh's autonomy demands intensify.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Investment Models

A path to progress that is paved with gold, Pg6

Article advocates for revitalized gold monetization scheme to unlock $2.4 trillion in household gold reserves for India's economic growth.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Israel’s tactical gains in a strategic labyrinth, Pg6

Israel's Gaza war, post-October 7, has yielded tactical gains but faces strategic setbacks, isolating it and reshaping regional dynamics.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Is the U.S. shooting itself in the foot by pushing out STEM talent?, Pg7

US visa policies threaten STEM talent inflow, potentially hindering IT sector growth amidst rising global competition for skilled workers.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

It’s time for Maoists to lay down arms, Pg7

Maoist insurgency weakens as leaders diminish, cadre shrinks, and strongholds crumble amid government pressure and tribal disillusionment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Why Indian capital needs to invest domestically, Pg8

Indian capital urged to prioritize domestic investment, wage growth, and R&D amid global economic uncertainty.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Modernisation of financial architecture: how India is adopting stablecoins, Pg9

India poised to embrace stablecoins amid global shift, modernizing financial architecture for faster, cheaper transactions and AI-driven economy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Centre approves ₹707 crore in aid for Gujarat and Assam, Pg10

Centre approves ₹707.97 crore NDRF aid for flood-hit Assam and Gujarat; ₹903.67 crore allocated for fire services modernization.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC refers concerns of entry-level judicial officers to five-judge Constitution Bench, Pg10

Supreme Court's Constitution Bench to address entry-level judicial officers' concerns regarding service conditions, pay, and promotion prospects, ensuring fair career progression.

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

‘No State has fully complied with key drug quality norms’, Pg12

States lag on drug quality norms despite online system; deaths due to adulterated syrups highlight compliance gaps.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Top court asks States, U.T.s to frame road safety rules within six months, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates States/UTs to establish comprehensive road safety rules within six months, addressing pedestrian safety and helmet compliance.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

By reusing old genes, bats became the only mammals able to fly, PgI.

Research reveals bats' unique flight adaptation through genetic 'repurposing,' offering insights into evolutionary biology and potential medical applications.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

SC amicus, Pg1.

SC directs Army, Navy, Air Force to frame rehabilitation scheme for medically boarded-out cadets, addressing disparity in benefits.

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

TN unit, Pg1.

Adulterated cough syrup from TN factory linked to child deaths; firm faces charges under Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

India sides with Taliban, Pakistan & China, slams Trump bid to take over Bagram base, Pg1.

India aligns with Taliban, Pakistan, and China, opposing Trump's Bagram air base takeover amidst evolving regional dynamics.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Military hardware worth ₹1.20 lakh crore procured from domestic sources in 2024-25, says Rajnath, Pg10.

India's domestic military hardware procurement surges to ₹1.20 lakh crore by 2025, boosting self-reliance and defense capabilities.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's ActGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Enumerator can’t decide citizenship: Petitioners cite EC’s 2003 guidelines, Pg8.

Petitioners challenge Bihar's electoral roll revision, citing EC's 2003 guidelines prohibiting enumerators from determining citizenship, raising concerns over voter exclusion.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

SMALL IS BIG, Pg12.

Physics Nobel awarded for quantum tunnelling research, revolutionizing quantum physics understanding and paving the way for next-generation digital technology.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

West is turning multipolar, Pg13.

Europe asserts strategic autonomy amidst a multipolar world, prompting India to recalibrate its diplomatic strategies and leverage new global dynamics.

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

What parents should know when giving cough syrup to kids, Pg18.

Contaminated cough syrups cause child deaths, raising concerns over drug regulation and pharmaceutical quality control in India.

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

India-UK ties: much to build on, Pg18.

India and UK strengthen ties with FTA, CETA, and Defence Industrial Roadmap, aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Trio win Nobel for revealing quantum physics in action, Pg21.

Nobel Prize awarded for macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling discovery, paving the way for quantum computing advancements.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

IAF's Medium Transport Aircraft Push: A Critical Capability Gap in Focus

IAF's MTA program seeks 80 medium transport aircraft to bridge critical airlift gap, boosting defense capabilities and indigenous manufacturing.

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

World Bank lowers India's FY27 GDP forecast to 6.3%, Pg22.

World Bank cuts India's FY27 GDP forecast to 6.3% amid US tariff risks, but raises FY26 outlook to 6.5%.

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