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GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India, New Zealand set trade goal, elevate ties, Pg1

India and New Zealand forge strategic partnership, aiming to double trade to ₹35,000 crore by 2030, enhancing Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Navy commissions stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri, Pg9

Indian Navy commissions advanced P17A stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri, bolstering indigenous defence manufacturing under 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Literature

Strictly comply with Vande Mataram directive, says govt., Pg10

MHA orders strict compliance: Vande Mataram to precede National Anthem at all official events; proposes amending 1971 Act for legal protection.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Role of AI is only to assist, not to judge, says CJI Surya Kant, Pg11

CJI Surya Kant cautions against AI's judicial role, emphasizing assistance over judgment, following tribunal's reliance on "AI-hallucinated verdicts."

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

What are the changes proposed to U.S. H-1B programme?, Pg11

U.S. government proposes stringent H-1B, OPT, Green Card reforms, tightening rules for Indian tech workers, students, and spouses, impacting millions.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

One-fourth of India’s monsoon rain evaporates mid-air, says new study, Pg11

Groundbreaking IITM study reveals 25% of Western Ghats monsoon rain evaporates mid-air, crucial for refining climate models and monsoon prediction.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: IT and Computers

Indian lab designs quantum algorithm to beat computers, Pg13

BITS Pilani team achieves quantum advantage, simulating subatomic particles faster than classical computers, marking India's first active claim on Quantum Advantage Tracker.

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

Dams make rivers warmer downstream: satellite data, Pg13

Satellite data reveals 71% of large US dams significantly warm downstream rivers for 20km, disrupting aquatic ecosystems and critical fish spawning.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Biotechnology

Deadly bird virus PaBV-4 identified for first time in India, Pg13

Scientists confirm deadly PaBV-4 virus in Indian captive parrots, posing severe threat to exotic pet health and endangered psittacine species conservation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Why did the government get ZEE5 to remove ‘Satluj’?, Pg14

Government's alleged Section 69A order forces ZEE5 to remove 'Satluj', sparking fierce debate on OTT censorship and free speech rights.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Constitutional Bodies

EC changes Form 6 for new voters, inserts section asking them about parents in SIR, Pg1

Election Commission controversially modifies online Form 6 for new voters, adding parent details without statutory amendment, sparking legal and procedural concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Will seek extradition of Lawrence Bishnoi: US Justice Dept confirms, Pg1

India challenges proposed US tariffs over forced labor concerns, citing USTR report inconsistencies; US confirms seeking gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's extradition.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

PM SVANidhi, Pg7

PM SVANidhi scheme empowers 15 lakh street vendors with collateral-free working capital loans, boosting livelihood recovery and financial inclusion.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

PM Vishwakarma Yojana, Pg7

PM Vishwakarma Yojana empowers traditional artisans with skill training, toolkit incentives, and concessional credit for economic upliftment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Food regulator pulls up Instamart over spoilt, contaminated food, Pg8

Food regulator FSSAI slaps nine notices on Swiggy Instamart for delivering expired, contaminated food and failing consumer grievance redressal.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

In Kashmir, scrutiny of academic material moves from schools to colleges, Pg8

J&K government orders comprehensive audit of academic material in colleges, universities, and libraries, sparking academic freedom concerns in the Union Territory.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Trumping a grey zone ?, Pg10

India pushes to re-list Pakistan on FATF grey list for terror financing, citing NIA evidence against LeT chief Hafiz Saeed.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelims

Akashvani: A voice from the sky, and a name that stuck, Pg10

Prasar Bharati enforces Akashvani as sole name for All India Radio, sparking debate over 90-year legacy, 'Hindi-first' policy, and colonial baggage claims.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

PM to flag off India's first hydrogen train: Why the technology is so challenging, Pg11

PM Modi to launch India's first hydrogen train in Jind, Haryana, showcasing advanced green fuel cell technology for zero-emission rail transport.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Gaming industry winning despite a real money ban, Pg11

India's gaming industry defies real-money ban, soaring past $1 billion revenue with 14% growth, driven by in-app purchases and subscriptions, becoming Asia's fastest-growing market.

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

India seeks review of US' forced labour investigation, Pg11

India challenges proposed 12.5% US tariffs under Section 301, citing inconsistencies in forced labor investigation and urging bilateral trade talks.

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

US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz, Pg12

US demands Iran pledge free Strait of Hormuz passage amidst escalating hostilities and assassination threats, as Oman mediates crucial talks.

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