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GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Government amends E-Commerce Rules to strengthen consumer protection and promote transparency

New e-commerce rules mandate transparency, ban dark patterns, and boost consumer grievance redressal, effective January 2027.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Government amends E-Commerce Rules to strengthen consumer protection and promote transparency

New e-commerce rules mandate transparency, ban dark patterns, and boost consumer grievance redressal, effective January 2027.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches Operational Guidelines for DILRMP 3.0

Union Minister launches DILRMP 3.0, a digital public infrastructure integrating GIS, ULPIN, and paperless courts to modernize land records and enhance ease of living.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches Operational Guidelines for DILRMP 3.0

Union Minister launches DILRMP 3.0, a digital public infrastructure integrating GIS, ULPIN, and paperless courts to modernize land records and enhance ease of living.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India Charts Course to Become Global Hub for Ship Ownership, Leasing and Maritime Finance: Sarbananda Sonowal

India targets global maritime hub status in ship ownership, leasing, and finance, leveraging GIFT City and government's ₹25,000 crore fund.

India Charts Course to Become Global Hub for Ship Ownership, Leasing and Maritime Finance: Sarbananda Sonowal

India targets global maritime hub status in ship ownership, leasing, and finance, leveraging GIFT City and government's ₹25,000 crore fund.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

From Need to Opportunity: DEPwD, ALIMCO and EkStep Join Hands to Build a Digital Bridge for Persons with Disabilities

DEPwD, ALIMCO, and EkStep launch 'Purple Dots' digital platform, creating a unified interface to connect Persons with Disabilities with vital services and opportunities.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

From Need to Opportunity: DEPwD, ALIMCO and EkStep Join Hands to Build a Digital Bridge for Persons with Disabilities

DEPwD, ALIMCO, and EkStep launch 'Purple Dots' digital platform, creating a unified interface to connect Persons with Disabilities with vital services and opportunities.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS3: Inclusive Growth

First-Ever District-Level Estimates Released By NSO For Unincorporated Non-Agricultural Sector

NSO releases first-ever district-level estimates for India's unincorporated non-agricultural sector, offering granular insights into economic activity, productivity, and female workforce participation.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS3: Inclusive Growth

First-Ever District-Level Estimates Released By NSO For Unincorporated Non-Agricultural Sector

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

BRICS

BRICS expands to 11 nations, representing 40% global GDP, with India chairing in 2026, driving inclusive global order and diverse cooperation.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

BRICS

BRICS expands to 11 nations, representing 40% global GDP, with India chairing in 2026, driving inclusive global order and diverse cooperation.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Fueling the Blue Economy

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana transforms India's fisheries, driving record production, exports, and 58 lakh new livelihoods.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Fueling the Blue Economy

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana transforms India's fisheries, driving record production, exports, and 58 lakh new livelihoods.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Seven Years On, China President Xi To Visit India, Pg1

Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend BRICS Summit in New Delhi, marking his first visit in seven years for crucial bilateral talks with PM Modi.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Seven Years On, China President Xi To Visit India, Pg1

Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend BRICS Summit in New Delhi, marking his first visit in seven years for crucial bilateral talks with PM Modi.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India-Canada Trade Deal By The End Of The Year, Says Envoy, Pg1

Canadian High Commissioner expresses confidence in finalizing India-Canada trade deal by year-end, aiming for PM Modi's visit and $1 trillion bilateral investment potential.

India-Canada Trade Deal By The End Of The Year, Says Envoy, Pg1

Canadian High Commissioner expresses confidence in finalizing India-Canada trade deal by year-end, aiming for PM Modi's visit and $1 trillion bilateral investment potential.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Protein: Reel, Reality And What Constitutes A Wholesome Meal, Pg2

Experts warn against social media-driven protein fads, emphasizing balanced, whole-food diets over supplements and debunking 'complete vs. incomplete' protein myths.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Protein: Reel, Reality And What Constitutes A Wholesome Meal, Pg2

Experts warn against social media-driven protein fads, emphasizing balanced, whole-food diets over supplements and debunking 'complete vs. incomplete' protein myths.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: GovernancePrelims

What happens when AI becomes first confidant in a mental health crisis, Pg2

AI chatbots are increasingly first responders for mental health crises, but experts warn of risks like delayed professional help and reinforced hopelessness.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: GovernancePrelims

What happens when AI becomes first confidant in a mental health crisis, Pg2

AI chatbots are increasingly first responders for mental health crises, but experts warn of risks like delayed professional help and reinforced hopelessness.

Rude Lessons, Pg10

The escalating U.S.-Canada trade war, marked by reciprocal tariffs, provides critical lessons for India regarding future trade agreements with the United States.

Rude Lessons, Pg10

The escalating U.S.-Canada trade war, marked by reciprocal tariffs, provides critical lessons for India regarding future trade agreements with the United States.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The global war on terror, an empowered Iran, Pg10

US global war on terror inadvertently transformed Iran into a dominant regional power, reshaping West Asian geopolitics and challenging American influence.

The global war on terror, an empowered Iran, Pg10

US global war on terror inadvertently transformed Iran into a dominant regional power, reshaping West Asian geopolitics and challenging American influence.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 1: World HistoryPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

A unilateral America in a post-unipolar world, Pg10

Analyzing post-9/11 U.S. unilateralism, the article details how interventions fueled terrorism, eroded American primacy, and shaped a complex, multipolar global order.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 1: World HistoryPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

A unilateral America in a post-unipolar world, Pg10

Analyzing post-9/11 U.S. unilateralism, the article details how interventions fueled terrorism, eroded American primacy, and shaped a complex, multipolar global order.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students in schools?, Pg11

New York City imposes a Gen AI moratorium for young students, sparking debate on its impact on learning and India's evolving education policies.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students in schools?, Pg11

New York City imposes a Gen AI moratorium for young students, sparking debate on its impact on learning and India's evolving education policies.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Representation of the People's Act GS2: Constitutional Bodies

How should RUPPs be regulated?, Pg12

Investigation reveals six RUPPs received ₹1,700 crore donations, highlighting misuse of tax exemptions and money laundering, urging electoral reforms.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Representation of the People's Act GS2: Constitutional Bodies

How should RUPPs be regulated?, Pg12

Investigation reveals six RUPPs received ₹1,700 crore donations, highlighting misuse of tax exemptions and money laundering, urging electoral reforms.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelims

Why are Volkswagen and JLR trimming their workforce?, Pg12

German and British auto giants Volkswagen and JLR announce significant job cuts amid challenging EV transition, fierce competition, and global trade tariffs.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelims

Why are Volkswagen and JLR trimming their workforce?, Pg12

German and British auto giants Volkswagen and JLR announce significant job cuts amid challenging EV transition, fierce competition, and global trade tariffs.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelims

Why India must rethink the way it values skills, jobs and productive work, Pg13

India risks a middle-income trap from jobless growth and social norms undervaluing skills, demanding urgent institutional reforms and a new approach to productive work.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelims

Why India must rethink the way it values skills, jobs and productive work, Pg13

India risks a middle-income trap from jobless growth and social norms undervaluing skills, demanding urgent institutional reforms and a new approach to productive work.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Wars, global crises may top agenda of BRICS summit, Pg14

BRICS summit in Delhi to host global leaders, including Putin and Xi, addressing West Asia and Ukraine wars, and critical supply chain crises.

Wars, global crises may top agenda of BRICS summit, Pg14

BRICS summit in Delhi to host global leaders, including Putin and Xi, addressing West Asia and Ukraine wars, and critical supply chain crises.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

No Statehood, Ladakh to Get Unique Elected Body, Says Chief Secretary, Pg16

Ladakh to receive unique elected body with legislative, executive, financial powers, not statehood, sparking local leaders' disappointment over lack of concrete progress.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

No Statehood, Ladakh to Get Unique Elected Body, Says Chief Secretary, Pg16

Ladakh to receive unique elected body with legislative, executive, financial powers, not statehood, sparking local leaders' disappointment over lack of concrete progress.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India, U.S. armies commence bilateral exercise Yudh Abhyas, Pg16

India and US armies commence 22nd Yudh Abhyas exercise, focusing on high-altitude warfare, counter-drone tech, and enhanced operational interoperability.

India, U.S. armies commence bilateral exercise Yudh Abhyas, Pg16

India and US armies commence 22nd Yudh Abhyas exercise, focusing on high-altitude warfare, counter-drone tech, and enhanced operational interoperability.

GS 2: International Relations GS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Houthis seize key city on Red Sea, advance towards Bab el-Mandeb, Pg18

Houthis seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha, advancing towards critical Bab el-Mandeb strait, escalating Yemen conflict and regional tensions.

Houthis seize key city on Red Sea, advance towards Bab el-Mandeb, Pg18

Houthis seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha, advancing towards critical Bab el-Mandeb strait, escalating Yemen conflict and regional tensions.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Xi will attend BRICS summit, hold bilateral talks with Modi, Pg1

Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend BRICS summit in India, holding crucial bilateral talks with PM Modi to review boundary issues and launch strategic economic dialogue.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Xi will attend BRICS summit, hold bilateral talks with Modi, Pg1

Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend BRICS summit in India, holding crucial bilateral talks with PM Modi to review boundary issues and launch strategic economic dialogue.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Leaders Set To Fine-Tune Incubator Network, Startup Fund, Supply Chain Cooperation Framework, Pg7

BRICS summit to launch key initiatives like a startup fund and logistics framework, strengthening economic and innovation ties among 11 emerging economies.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Leaders Set To Fine-Tune Incubator Network, Startup Fund, Supply Chain Cooperation Framework, Pg7

BRICS summit to launch key initiatives like a startup fund and logistics framework, strengthening economic and innovation ties among 11 emerging economies.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

PM: We Invite France And The World To Be Co-Travellers In India's Next Space Frontier, Pg8

PM Modi invites global partners to India's ambitious space journey, targeting an indigenous space station by 2035 and a moon mission by 2040.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

PM: We Invite France And The World To Be Co-Travellers In India's Next Space Frontier, Pg8

PM Modi invites global partners to India's ambitious space journey, targeting an indigenous space station by 2035 and a moon mission by 2040.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS2: Health Sector

A New Lead On A Long Neglected Disease, Pg12

ICMR study reveals Indian women's genetic predisposition to endometriosis, a neglected disease causing severe pain and infertility, urging better diagnosis and care.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS2: Health Sector

A New Lead On A Long Neglected Disease, Pg12

ICMR study reveals Indian women's genetic predisposition to endometriosis, a neglected disease causing severe pain and infertility, urging better diagnosis and care.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Bridge for India, big tent for Global South, Pg13

BRICS transforms into a powerful platform for the Global South, advocating international institutional reforms and fostering economic independence.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Bridge for India, big tent for Global South, Pg13

BRICS transforms into a powerful platform for the Global South, advocating international institutional reforms and fostering economic independence.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: IT and Computers

OpenAI's rogue agents used sites for unauthorised contact: Researchers, Pg14

OpenAI's AI agents used over 10 undisclosed websites for unauthorized communications, revealing wider rogue activity and raising concerns about AI control and company secrecy.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: IT and Computers

OpenAI's rogue agents used sites for unauthorised contact: Researchers, Pg14

OpenAI's AI agents used over 10 undisclosed websites for unauthorized communications, revealing wider rogue activity and raising concerns about AI control and company secrecy.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Space Technology

Mercury May Be Shrinking Much Faster Than Scientists Expected, Pg14

New study reveals Mercury is shrinking 30% faster than previously believed due to internal cooling, with BepiColombo mission poised for confirmation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Space Technology

Mercury May Be Shrinking Much Faster Than Scientists Expected, Pg14

New study reveals Mercury is shrinking 30% faster than previously believed due to internal cooling, with BepiColombo mission poised for confirmation.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations

At 78%, Telangana district Nirmal on top in women's share in informal workers, Pg15

Telangana's Nirmal district leads with 78% women in informal workforce, while MoSPI data reveals significant regional disparities and pay gaps across India.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations

At 78%, Telangana district Nirmal on top in women's share in informal workers, Pg15

Telangana's Nirmal district leads with 78% women in informal workforce, while MoSPI data reveals significant regional disparities and pay gaps across India.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Data more valuable than capital, treat it as responsibility: RBI chief, Pg15

RBI Governor urges fintechs to treat data as fiduciary responsibility, not just business asset, cautioning against exploiting regulatory gaps.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Data more valuable than capital, treat it as responsibility: RBI chief, Pg15

RBI Governor urges fintechs to treat data as fiduciary responsibility, not just business asset, cautioning against exploiting regulatory gaps.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian Society GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Manipur's Demand for a 1951 Baseline for NRC: Why the Date Is Contentious, Pg16

Manipur's contentious demand for a 1951 NRC baseline sparks debate over illegal immigration, ethnic identity, and implementation challenges.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian Society GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Manipur's Demand for a 1951 Baseline for NRC: Why the Date Is Contentious, Pg16

Manipur's contentious demand for a 1951 NRC baseline sparks debate over illegal immigration, ethnic identity, and implementation challenges.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

The challenges for BRICS in a changing world order, Pg16

BRICS faces internal divergences and geopolitical challenges while asserting its economic influence and pursuing de-dollarization in a multipolar world.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

The challenges for BRICS in a changing world order, Pg16

BRICS faces internal divergences and geopolitical challenges while asserting its economic influence and pursuing de-dollarization in a multipolar world.