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GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Opposition mulls motion to remove LS Speaker Birla, Pg1

Opposition considers no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla citing partisan conduct and denial of debate opportunities.

EthicsGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyGS 4: Ethics and Human InterfaceGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

The next big commodity is the mineable self, Pg6

Exploitation of 'self' emerges as new commodity via social media, streaming, and AI, impacting privacy and social connections globally.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

A chance for India to polish the Kimberley Process, Pg6

India assumes Kimberley Process chair for 2026, aiming to broaden scope to include human rights and digital certification.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Back on track, Pg6

Modi's Malaysia visit mends strained ties, strengthens cooperation on counter-terrorism, trade, and technology after previous diplomatic tensions.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art FormsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Stifling ideas, Pg6

UP CM's FIR against film 'Ghooskhor Pandat' stifles free speech, raising concerns over state overreach and artistic expression.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Economics of Animal RearingGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Lessons about job creation from Misty Milk, Pg7

Erode's Misty Milk highlights credit constraints hindering SME growth, job creation despite demand and infrastructure availability.

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

Tale of two consumers: Rural aspiration vs. urban caution, Pg7

RBI survey reveals diverging consumer confidence: rural India optimistic, driving non-essential spending, while urban areas remain cautious despite income stability.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Amount announced by India to Seychelles for development, Pg8

India pledges $175 million in development aid to Seychelles after high-level talks between Modi and Herminie.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

What is the current controversy around Form 7?, Pg8

Controversy erupts over alleged misuse of Form 7 for mass voter deletion during Special Intensive Revision by anonymous actors.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India and Greece agree to strengthen defence industrial cooperation in five-year road map, Pg10

India and Greece forge five-year defence roadmap, enhancing strategic partnership through industrial cooperation and maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

SC tells RBI to bring in stricter checks to stop online frauds, Pg12

Supreme Court directs RBI to implement stringent fraud checks after ₹52,000 crore siphoned via online scams between 2021-2025.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Meghalaya govt. announces judicial probe into mine blast, Pg12

Meghalaya initiates judicial inquiry into illegal rat-hole mine blast that killed 27 miners amid ongoing illegal coal trade.

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

Anaemia, blood disorders can distort diabetes test HbA1c results, says study, Pg12

Study reveals anaemia and blood disorders distort HbA1c diabetes test results, especially in South Asia, impacting diagnosis and monitoring.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization

Muslim nations protest as Israel tightens grip on West Bank, Pg14

Israel's West Bank settlement measures spark condemnation from Muslim nations, escalating tensions and threatening two-state solution prospects.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

SC message to States: Won’t allow impediment to SIR, Pg1

Supreme Court intervenes in West Bengal's electoral roll revision, ensuring fair process and extending scrutiny deadline amidst allegations of obstruction.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 4: Social Influence and PersuasionGS 2: E Governance

From SMS to graded e-mails, Govt’s tax ‘nudge’ makes a mark (60% of 1.11 crore respondents to I-T's compliance campaign were non-filers), Pg1

Income Tax Department's 'Nudge' campaign boosts tax compliance; 60% of respondents were non-filers, yielding ₹8,800 crore in additional tax.

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

On flagship skill scheme blacklist: Empty centres, claims, counter-claims, few takers (178 PMKVY centres blacklisted, 41 FIRs filed after multi-layered checks), Pg1

178 skill training centers blacklisted under PMKVY 4.0 due to irregularities, falsified records, and non-adherence to norms, raising concerns about scheme effectiveness.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

To strengthen tsunami monitoring, Andaman and Nicobar to get regional service centre, Pg2

India enhances tsunami monitoring with Rs 300-crore Andaman & Nicobar project, featuring sub-sea cables and regional service center.

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

With 6 more AQI monitoring stations, Delhi tops all cities, but experts wary, Pg4

Delhi enhances air quality monitoring with 6 new stations, experts flag uneven distribution and data accuracy concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

From maritime to digital: India, Seychelles give ties a shot in arm, Pg12

India strengthens Seychelles ties with $175M package, focusing on maritime security, digital transformation, and economic growth.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Rs 54,000 cr lost in digital arrests, this is dacoity: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court slams RBI, banks over ₹54,000 crore lost in digital arrests, demands AI-driven fraud detection and victim compensation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Prepare DPRs for 7 high-speed rail corridors: Board, Pg14

Railway Board directs NHSRCL to prepare DPRs for seven new high-speed rail corridors, boosting infrastructure development and connectivity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Meanwhile, flux in agency behind PMKVY: CEO exit, police complaint, Pg15

PMKVY faces turbulence: CEO ousted, police complaint filed over misappropriation, and CAG indicts scheme's functioning, raising governance concerns.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India, Greece sign joint declaration of intent to strengthen defence cooperation, Pg15

India and Greece ink defence cooperation agreement, enhancing strategic partnership and maritime security through joint military exercises and technology collaboration.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Economics of Animal RearingGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

How US trade deal may alter India's feed market, Pg16

US trade deal may alter India's feed market by opening doors for sorghum and DDGS imports.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 4: Right to Information and Transparency in GovernmentGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

PMO directive on PM CARES: What questions can Lok Sabha ask?, Pg16

PMO's directive barring questions on PM CARES in Lok Sabha raises concerns over parliamentary oversight and government accountability.

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

Domestic MFs halve ownership gap with FIIs in NSE-listed firms to 5.5% in Dec '25, Pg19

Domestic MFs reduce ownership gap with FIIs in NSE-listed firms to 5.5% by December 2025 due to strong inflows.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Developed nations must bridge $6.5 trillion gap in India's net-zero push: NITI Aayog, Pg19

NITI Aayog reports India needs $6.5T from developed nations to achieve net-zero by 2070 alongside economic development.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Govt to support steel exports hit by CBAM, Pg19

India's steel exports face challenges due to EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism; government pledges support for the sector.

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