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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trump clears Bill to slap up to 500% tariff on buying Russian oil, Pg1

Trump's new bill threatens 500% tariffs on nations importing Russian oil, intensifying pressure on India to cease purchases.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 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

UN body pegs India’s growth at 7.2% this fiscal, Pg1

UN projects India's economy to grow at 7.2% this fiscal year, offsetting US tariffs through consumption and public investment.

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

Centre to launch new scheme to aid victims of road accidents soon, Pg1

Centre's new scheme offers ₹1.5 lakh cashless treatment for road accident victims and ₹25,000 award for Good Samaritans.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Top court’s green governance, cause for uncertainty, Pg10

Supreme Court's environmental rulings face scrutiny over regulatory overreach, expertise, and impacts on governance stability, creating uncertainty.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

​Conditional ease, Pg10

CDSCO's new guidelines allow compounding minor drug violations, offering firms a chance to pay fines instead of facing prosecution.

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

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

ISRO faces challenges in complex missions, governance, and competitiveness amid liberalization; needs comprehensive space law and industrial ecosystem development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt. seeks feedback on draft Bill to regulate pesticides, promote ‘safe and effective’ use, Pg14

Government proposes Pesticides Management Bill, 2020 to replace Insecticides Act, 1968, emphasizing safe, effective pesticide use and reduced environmental risk.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trump withdraws U.S. from UNFCCC, a key climate treaty, Pg18

U.S. exits UNFCCC, raising concerns over global climate action; EU vows continued commitment despite setback.

GS 2: PolityGS 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

India-Europe ties growing, can bring stability to global politics: Jaishankar, Pg18

Jaishankar highlights growing India-Europe ties amid global shifts, emphasizing stability through collaboration and Free Trade Agreement finalization.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health SectorGS 1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

Emerging challenge of childhood hypertension, PgII

Childhood hypertension rates double globally due to urbanization, obesity; experts urge early screening and lifestyle interventions to avert long-term health risks.

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

Why awareness about folic acid is the key to prevent Spina Bifida, PgII

India grapples with high Spina Bifida rates; Experts advocate for national folic acid awareness and food fortification programs.

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

Trump greenlights Bill proposing 500% tariff over Russia oil trade, Pg1

US considers 500% tariff on nations buying Russian oil, potentially impacting India's trade relations and diversification efforts.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

And pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1

US exits 66 global bodies, opening doors for China; India reconsiders restrictions on Chinese firms for government contracts.

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

Scientist, 'people's ecologist', voice of Western Ghats, forests, rivers, communities, Pg1

Madhav Gadgil, renowned ecologist and Western Ghats expert, passes away; his report on protecting the Ghats remains influential.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 1: Modern HistoryGS 3: EconomyPrelims

250 years old, Bihar's Munger gun factories get new lease of life with defence corridor, Pg2

Bihar's 250-year-old Munger gun factories to be revived under defence corridor plan, boosting local economy and arms production.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 3: Space Technology

ESA-NASA Mars Return Sample mission called off, Pg8

ESA-NASA joint Mars Sample Return mission cancelled due to US budgetary constraints; ESA seeks alternative mission strategies and partnerships.

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

As monument conservation opens up to pvt sector, ASI's sole mandate ends, Pg9

Private sector to join monument conservation, ending ASI's sole mandate; 250 monuments listed for corporate adoption.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Translation to paperwork: How AI is making its case in courts, tribunals & errors, Pg9

AI transforms Indian judiciary: TERES, Adalat AI streamline court processes, enhance accuracy, and reduce workload, improving access to justice.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Poverty and Developmental Issues

Exploitation is built into gig work, Pg11

Gig workers' exploitation persists due to classification loopholes; labor laws fail to protect them, demanding government intervention for recognition and rights.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 4: Ethics and Human Interface

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Inclusive Growth

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Ladakh's high-powered panel to reconvene in 'last part of January', Pg12

Ladakh High-Powered Committee reconvenes to address statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and constitutional safeguards for the region.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

SEBI permits stock brokers to offer financial services regulated by RBI, IRDAI, expanding business models under respective regulatory frameworks.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: 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 InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

UN warns rising military spending jeopardizes social programs amid US military budget surge, while forecasting India's growth at 6.6% for 2026.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: E Governance

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

PRAGATI initiative accelerates power project commissioning: 43 projects worth ₹3.02 lakh crore completed, enhancing power availability and grid reliability.

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

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in talks to convert $2bn loans into JF-17 jet deal, Pg14

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia negotiate $2 billion loan conversion into JF-17 fighter jet deal, enhancing military cooperation amid financial challenges.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Money Laundering and its PreventionGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Hoisting Russian flags and seeking protection, ‘shadow fleet’ edges into the light, Pg14

Sanctioned oil tankers increasingly seek Russian flags for protection amidst rising enforcement, escalating geopolitical tensions and risking retaliation.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Despite patchy record, US climate exit will still pinch, Pg17

US exits UNFCCC, IPCC, ISA, and IRENA, jeopardizing climate goals and ceding leadership to China.

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