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GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Centre plans guidelines for books by defence personnel, Pg1

Defence Ministry to issue guidelines regulating book publications by armed forces personnel, addressing Official Secrets Act concerns and national security.

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

U.S. drops references added to statement on deal with India, Pg1

U.S. retracts contentious references from trade deal statement with India amid concerns over agricultural imports and investment commitments.

GS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Art Forms

Tamil Brahmi inscriptions discovered in Egypt shed light on ancient trade links, Pg1

Tamil Brahmi inscriptions discovered in Egypt reveal ancient trade links between Tamilakam, India, and the Roman Empire during 1st-3rd centuries CE.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's ActGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Judicial drift in the Special Intensive Revision hearings, Pg8

Supreme Court's handling of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls raises concerns about judicial overreach and constitutional principles.

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

The CPI base revision exercise measures a slice of life, Pg8

India updates CPI base year to 2024 reflecting changing consumption patterns, impacting inflation measurement and policy decisions.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

The Constitution enters the sanctum, Pg9

Madras HC judgments highlight judiciary's role in religious disputes, balancing religious freedom with constitutional principles and public order since the pre-constitutional era.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: E Governance

Taxpayer base more than doubled in the last decade, Pg9

India's taxpayer base doubles in a decade, fueled by individual taxpayers and improved tax administration efficiency, reveals Income Tax Department data.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Have States gained from the 16th FC?, Pg10

16th Finance Commission retains 41% state share in central taxes, rejects inclusion of cess/surcharge, and introduces GDP contribution criterion.

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

No reduction in States’ share in tax devolution, FM asserts in Lok Sabha, Pg13

Finance Minister defends tax devolution to states, asserting full compliance with 15th Finance Commission's 41% mandate.

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

Speaker directs Lok Sabha Secretariat to correct notice seeking his removal, Pg13

Lok Sabha Speaker directs Secretariat to rectify removal notice citing errors; Article 94C and effective majority in focus.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelimsGS 1: LiteratureGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Vande Mataram to be played before National Anthem: govt., Pg14

Government mandates Vande Mataram before National Anthem at events, issuing guidelines for respect and decorum during its performance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Education Ministry pushes for AI-led teaching and learning at all levels by next academic year, Pg14

Education Ministry aims AI integration across all education levels by next year, launching 'Bodhan AI' for digital education infrastructure.

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

With eyes on trade, global governance, Lula set to visit India with executives, Pg16

President Lula's India visit aims to boost trade, discuss AI, and strengthen BRICS cooperation amid evolving global governance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Budget gives science missions big figures but core funding gaps persist, PgII

Union Budget allocates big figures to science missions, but experts highlight persistent funding gaps and implementation challenges in research and development.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

As the Arctic warms, threat of invasive plants looms, PgII

Warming Arctic faces ecological threat as thousands of alien plant species invade, potentially transforming the fragile tundra ecosystem.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

US revises its India trade deal fact sheet, drops 'certain pulses', Pg1

US softens stance on India trade deal, revising fact sheet by removing 'certain pulses' and changing 'committed' to 'intends'.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

How CBI busted a national cyber gang that used 20,986 illegal SIMs to dupe people, Pg4

CBI busts cyber fraud syndicate obtaining 20,986 illegal SIMs, implicating Vodafone Idea employees in massive scam impacting telecom security.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Modern HistoryGS 1: LiteratureGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 1: The Freedom Struggle

All six stanzas of Vande Mataram, running 3 minutes and 10 seconds, must before National Anthem: MHA, Pg6

MHA mandates singing all six stanzas of Vande Mataram before National Anthem at official events, sparking debate on national symbols.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

'Nobody except Trump said India won't buy Russian oil', Pg9

Lavrov affirms unwavering India-Russia ties amid oil purchase debates and BRICS 2026 agenda, highlighting energy security and summit expectations.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Why I introduced a Bill for a permanent framework for state reorganisation, Pg11

Bill proposes permanent state reorganisation framework beyond language, focusing on economic viability, administrative efficacy, and national unity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

In an AI world, Global South must assume leadership, Pg11

India emerges as AI leader, leveraging digital infrastructure and talent pool, poised to influence global AI standards and governance frameworks.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC notifies new guidelines for designating Senior Advocates, Pg12

Supreme Court replaces 100-point assessment with qualitative evaluation for Senior Advocates' designation, emphasizing ability, standing, and legal expertise.

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

Expect to sign legal agreement of US deal before end of March, Pg15

India and US to sign trade deal by March-end, lowering tariffs on goods; potential impact on Indian farmers highlighted.

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

Led by Rajasthan, UP and Maharashtra, toll collection set for record high in FY26, Pg15

National highway toll collection surges to record Rs 50,345 crore in FY26, driven by Rajasthan, UP, and Maharashtra.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

NTPC, CCTE eye development, deployment of ANEEL: DAE, Pg15

NTPC and CCTE collaborate to develop ANEEL, a thorium-based nuclear fuel, enhancing energy security and reducing nuclear waste.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Citizens Charters and Institutional Measures for TransparencyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Refund customers in case of mis-selling: RBI, Pg15

RBI mandates explicit consent and refunds for mis-sold financial products, bans 'dark patterns' to protect consumers, effective July 2026.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Why top court is revisiting its guide on gender stereotypes, Pg16

Supreme Court reconsiders gender stereotype handbook, deeming it too academic; orders practical training for judges on sexual assault cases.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India's new telescopes are set to be a game-changer for astronomy, Pg16

India boosts astronomy with new solar and optical telescopes in Ladakh, enhancing research capabilities and global collaboration.

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