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GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Fragile U.S.-Iran truce kicks in, Pg1

US and Iran announce fragile ceasefire mediated by Pakistan, but conflicting terms and Israeli strikes threaten stability.

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

The other side of sport — mastering manufacturing, Pg6

NITI Aayog report reveals India's sports equipment manufacturing challenges, including cost disadvantages and lack of global brands, hindering export potential.

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

Jan Vishwas 2.0 is all about trust-based compliance, Pg6

Parliament passes Jan Vishwas 2.0 Bill, decriminalizing 717 provisions across 79 Central Acts, fostering trust-based compliance and reducing court congestion.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

The thermal cost of India’s textile surge, Pg7

Extreme heat threatens India's textile industry, causing productivity losses, worker exploitation, and supply chain disruptions, demanding urgent climate-smart solutions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Why India wants fast breeder reactors, Pg8

India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking a crucial step towards sustainable nuclear energy and long-term fuel security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

Cabinet clears draft amendment Bill over women’s reservation, Pg10

Cabinet approves amendment bill to implement women's reservation by 2029 Lok Sabha elections, increasing Lok Sabha seats to 816.

GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Architecture

Steps into the past: 1,500-year-old reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island near Mumbai, Pg12

1,500-year-old stepped reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island reveals ancient water management and maritime trade links.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Space Technology

Indian scientists find new way to measure distances in deep space, PgII

Indian scientists discover innovative method using pulsars' radio emissions to measure vast cosmic distances with enhanced accuracy, overcoming limitations of existing techniques.

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

India no longer inclined to host COP33 climate meeting in 2028, Pg1

India withdraws offer to host COP33 climate summit in 2028 amid concerns over conflicting climate priorities.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 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

Pakistan emerges key mediator; US pushed it to broker ceasefire: FT, Pg1

Pakistan brokers US-Iran ceasefire amid regional conflict, positioning itself as key mediator, impacting global oil supply and India's energy security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

‘West Asia conflict’s effect kept in mind’: Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy, Pg7

Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy to Rs 41,533 crore amid West Asia conflict.

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 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

In West Asia, a realistic bargain may be in sight, Pg9

US and Iran reach ceasefire agreement, potentially reopening Strait of Hormuz; negotiations in Islamabad seek lasting geopolitical settlement.

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

Assam, Meghalaya flag high tariff, refuse extra power from Subansiri, Pg11

Assam and Meghalaya reject additional power from Subansiri project due to high tariffs, impacting consumers and project viability.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Assam order seeking forest protection force for poll duty full of illegality: NGT, Pg11

NGT halts Assam's deployment of forest protection force for election duty, citing violation of biodiversity act and supreme court orders.

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

No new clearances for production of refrigerant gases after 2027: Centre, Pg12

India to halt new HFC refrigerant production clearances post-2027, aligning with Kigali Amendment for ozone layer protection.

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

RBI holds repo rate, sees GDP growth slowing to 6.9% in FY27, Pg14

RBI holds repo rate steady at 5.25%, projects slower GDP growth of 6.9% for FY27 amid global uncertainties.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Land Reforms in IndiaGS 1: Poverty and Developmental Issues

Top 10% rural households own 44% land in India: Study, Pg14

Study reveals stark land inequality: Top 10% of rural households own 44% of India's land, 46% are landless.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

World Bank raises India growth forecast by 30 bps to 6.6% for FY27, Pg14

World Bank projects India's FY27 growth at 6.6%, a 30 bps increase, driven by domestic demand and trade agreements.

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