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

Israel, Iran trade strikes, warn each other against escalation, Pg1

West Asia on edge as Israel and Iran trade missile strikes, raising oil prices and prompting India to issue travel advisories.

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

Israel, Iran trade strikes, warn each other against escalation, Pg1

West Asia on edge as Israel and Iran trade missile strikes, raising oil prices and prompting India to issue travel advisories.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Biotechnology

‘Amplifying’ random numbers brings a breakthrough in digital security, Pg2

Quantum physics breakthrough: ETH Zürich researchers amplify random numbers using entanglement, creating certifiably perfect randomness for robust digital security.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Biotechnology

‘Amplifying’ random numbers brings a breakthrough in digital security, Pg2

Quantum physics breakthrough: ETH Zürich researchers amplify random numbers using entanglement, creating certifiably perfect randomness for robust digital security.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 3: Biotechnology

New mustard hybrids need diverse farming plans, Pg2

India rolls out IMI-resistant mustard hybrids by 2026 to combat Orobanche weed, targeting ₹1.6 lakh crore edible oil deficit, with experts urging diverse farming strategies.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 3: Biotechnology

New mustard hybrids need diverse farming plans, Pg2

India rolls out IMI-resistant mustard hybrids by 2026 to combat Orobanche weed, targeting ₹1.6 lakh crore edible oil deficit, with experts urging diverse farming strategies.

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

The Oman CEPA, a new gateway for India’s exports, Pg8

India-Oman CEPA, effective June 1, 2026, grants 99.38% duty-free access for Indian exports, boosting trade and strategic ties.

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

The Oman CEPA, a new gateway for India’s exports, Pg8

India-Oman CEPA, effective June 1, 2026, grants 99.38% duty-free access for Indian exports, boosting trade and strategic ties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Strategic afterthought, Pg8

₹91,000 crore Great Nicobar project faces intense scrutiny over dubious strategic claims, severe environmental impact, and tribal rights violations, demanding transparency.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Strategic afterthought, Pg8

₹91,000 crore Great Nicobar project faces intense scrutiny over dubious strategic claims, severe environmental impact, and tribal rights violations, demanding transparency.

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

The trust deficit in India-Bangladesh ties, Pg9

India-Bangladesh ties face trust deficit under new Rahman government, jeopardizing Ganga Water Treaty renewal and pushing Dhaka towards China.

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

The trust deficit in India-Bangladesh ties, Pg9

India-Bangladesh ties face trust deficit under new Rahman government, jeopardizing Ganga Water Treaty renewal and pushing Dhaka towards China.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

What is lost and gained in NFHS-6, Pg10

NFHS-6 reports health gains but controversially omits 30 key indicators like anaemia, mortality, and sanitation, raising concerns over policy tracking.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

What is lost and gained in NFHS-6, Pg10

NFHS-6 reports health gains but controversially omits 30 key indicators like anaemia, mortality, and sanitation, raising concerns over policy tracking.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2025, says SIPRI, Pg12

SIPRI reveals India expanded nuclear arsenal to 190 warheads by 2026, becoming 5th largest military spender, integrating cyber warfare amid regional tensions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2025, says SIPRI, Pg12

SIPRI reveals India expanded nuclear arsenal to 190 warheads by 2026, becoming 5th largest military spender, integrating cyber warfare amid regional tensions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Rajnath Singh reviews HAL projects; Tejas delivery delay under scrutiny, Pg12

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh scrutinizes HAL's Tejas Mk1A delivery delays, threatening penalties amid crucial IAF modernization efforts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Rajnath Singh reviews HAL projects; Tejas delivery delay under scrutiny, Pg12

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh scrutinizes HAL's Tejas Mk1A delivery delays, threatening penalties amid crucial IAF modernization efforts.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Zojila Tunnel between Kashmir and Kargil to see final breakthrough, Pg14

Union Minister Gadkari oversees Zojila Tunnel's final breakthrough, forging strategic all-weather Kashmir-Ladakh link for LAC troops, costing ₹6,800 crore.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Zojila Tunnel between Kashmir and Kargil to see final breakthrough, Pg14

Union Minister Gadkari oversees Zojila Tunnel's final breakthrough, forging strategic all-weather Kashmir-Ladakh link for LAC troops, costing ₹6,800 crore.

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

New bilateral investment model: 2-yr local remedy window, no MFN clause, Pg3

US-India 'special relationship' concludes, replaced by transactional ties as Washington re-evaluates India's strategic utility in a changing global order.

New bilateral investment model: 2-yr local remedy window, no MFN clause, Pg3

US-India 'special relationship' concludes, replaced by transactional ties as Washington re-evaluates India's strategic utility in a changing global order.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Delimitation and Census, Pg3

Upcoming delimitation bill likely to mandate 1971 Census for Lok Sabha seat allocation, sparking debate over states' proportional representation.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Delimitation and Census, Pg3

Upcoming delimitation bill likely to mandate 1971 Census for Lok Sabha seat allocation, sparking debate over states' proportional representation.

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

New BIT model, Pg4

India overhauls 2016 Bilateral Investment Treaty model, mandating two-year local remedies and excluding MFN clauses to attract sustained foreign investment.

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

New BIT model, Pg4

India overhauls 2016 Bilateral Investment Treaty model, mandating two-year local remedies and excluding MFN clauses to attract sustained foreign investment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Ayushman may cover beneficiaries of Bengal's Swasthya Sathi; state govt set to bear full cost, Pg8

West Bengal to onboard 2.45 crore Swasthya Sathi beneficiaries onto Ayushman Bharat, state government fully funding premium for national hospital access.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Ayushman may cover beneficiaries of Bengal's Swasthya Sathi; state govt set to bear full cost, Pg8

West Bengal to onboard 2.45 crore Swasthya Sathi beneficiaries onto Ayushman Bharat, state government fully funding premium for national hospital access.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Fifteen FTAs, 27 countries, four challenges, Pg12

India's 15 FTAs with 27 nations raise alarm over soaring trade deficits, inverted duties, and manufacturing relocation, jeopardizing domestic industry and 'Make in India' goals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Fifteen FTAs, 27 countries, four challenges, Pg12

India's 15 FTAs with 27 nations raise alarm over soaring trade deficits, inverted duties, and manufacturing relocation, jeopardizing domestic industry and 'Make in India' goals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

The boost Centre's solar power schemes need, Pg14

India's Rs 95,000 crore solar schemes, PM Suryaghar and PM-KUSUM, face adoption hurdles from state power subsidies, jeopardizing clean energy transition targets.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

The boost Centre's solar power schemes need, Pg14

India's Rs 95,000 crore solar schemes, PM Suryaghar and PM-KUSUM, face adoption hurdles from state power subsidies, jeopardizing clean energy transition targets.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government Budgeting

India to sell up to 3% stake in NLC India, Pg15

Centre announces 3% stake sale in NLC India via Offer for Sale, aiming to raise capital through disinvestment.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government Budgeting

India to sell up to 3% stake in NLC India, Pg15

Centre announces 3% stake sale in NLC India via Offer for Sale, aiming to raise capital through disinvestment.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s current account surplus narrows to $7.1 billion in Q4, Pg15

India's current account surplus sharply narrowed to $7.1 billion in Q4, while the full-year deficit widened to $25.2 billion due to gold imports and FII outflows.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s current account surplus narrows to $7.1 billion in Q4, Pg15

India's current account surplus sharply narrowed to $7.1 billion in Q4, while the full-year deficit widened to $25.2 billion due to gold imports and FII outflows.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

‘SEBI weighs regulatory changes across IPOs, broking, mutual funds’, Pg15

SEBI Chairman unveils sweeping regulatory reforms for IPOs, broking, mutual funds, and debt markets, aiming to enhance market efficiency and attract foreign capital.

‘SEBI weighs regulatory changes across IPOs, broking, mutual funds’, Pg15

SEBI Chairman unveils sweeping regulatory reforms for IPOs, broking, mutual funds, and debt markets, aiming to enhance market efficiency and attract foreign capital.

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