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

Iran: Strait to Remain Closed Until US Meets Our Demands, Pg2

Iran threatens to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, demanding US change behavior, unfreeze assets, and end regional conflicts, impacting global oil prices.

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

Iran: Strait to Remain Closed Until US Meets Our Demands, Pg2

Iran threatens to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, demanding US change behavior, unfreeze assets, and end regional conflicts, impacting global oil prices.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Amid Pushback From Opp, Govt Ready To Refer FCRA Bill To JPC, Pg3

Government considers sending controversial FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, to Joint Parliamentary Committee amidst strong opposition and concerns from religious bodies over asset-vesting rules.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Amid Pushback From Opp, Govt Ready To Refer FCRA Bill To JPC, Pg3

Government considers sending controversial FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, to Joint Parliamentary Committee amidst strong opposition and concerns from religious bodies over asset-vesting rules.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Deepening ties, NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon Base programme, Pg3

NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon Base program, strengthening US-India space cooperation under the Artemis Accords for future lunar settlement.

Deepening ties, NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon Base programme, Pg3

NASA invites ISRO to join its Moon Base program, strengthening US-India space cooperation under the Artemis Accords for future lunar settlement.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

State of border affairs with China will reflect on larger bilateral ties: India, Pg7

India warns China that border peace is paramount for bilateral ties, firmly rejecting renaming of 27 Arunachal Pradesh places.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

State of border affairs with China will reflect on larger bilateral ties: India, Pg7

India warns China that border peace is paramount for bilateral ties, firmly rejecting renaming of 27 Arunachal Pradesh places.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Behind Mecca story, Arab weakness and rise of three powers, Pg12

Mecca Accord highlights Arab weakness and rise of non-Arab powers like Turkey, Iran, Israel, urging India to expand military engagement in the Middle East.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Behind Mecca story, Arab weakness and rise of three powers, Pg12

Mecca Accord highlights Arab weakness and rise of non-Arab powers like Turkey, Iran, Israel, urging India to expand military engagement in the Middle East.

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

Someone has to pay for UPI. How do we decide who?, Pg12

India debates who should fund UPI infrastructure amidst zero MDR policy, impacting merchants, consumers, and digital payment ecosystem.

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

Someone has to pay for UPI. How do we decide who?, Pg12

India debates who should fund UPI infrastructure amidst zero MDR policy, impacting merchants, consumers, and digital payment ecosystem.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Milk pouches are difficult to recycle; how new tech turns them into furniture, Pg14

IISc develops new technology using vitrimers to recycle milk pouches into furniture, while another firm converts multi-layer plastics into strong building materials.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Milk pouches are difficult to recycle; how new tech turns them into furniture, Pg14

IISc develops new technology using vitrimers to recycle milk pouches into furniture, while another firm converts multi-layer plastics into strong building materials.

GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

When pilots are tested for drugs: The process & punishment, Pg14

Pilot tests positive for marijuana after Air India incident, highlighting DGCA's stringent drug testing protocols and escalating disciplinary actions for aviation safety.

When pilots are tested for drugs: The process & punishment, Pg14

Pilot tests positive for marijuana after Air India incident, highlighting DGCA's stringent drug testing protocols and escalating disciplinary actions for aviation safety.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Monsoon revived, but why there's cloud over the farm, Pg14

Monsoon revival boosts kharif sowing despite El Niño, yet rabi crops face uncertainty amid surging global food prices and India's agricultural import concerns.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Monsoon revived, but why there's cloud over the farm, Pg14

Monsoon revival boosts kharif sowing despite El Niño, yet rabi crops face uncertainty amid surging global food prices and India's agricultural import concerns.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

As AI threat loomed, UPI players flagged rising security costs, Pg15

UPI platforms warn government about escalating security costs due to advanced AI threats like Mythos Preview, urging MDR re-evaluation for fraud prevention.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

As AI threat loomed, UPI players flagged rising security costs, Pg15

UPI platforms warn government about escalating security costs due to advanced AI threats like Mythos Preview, urging MDR re-evaluation for fraud prevention.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI, BRICS in talks to link payment systems, CBDCs: Governor, Pg15

RBI Governor reveals talks with BRICS to link payment systems and CBDCs, boosting Rupee internationalization for faster, cheaper cross-border trade.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI, BRICS in talks to link payment systems, CBDCs: Governor, Pg15

RBI Governor reveals talks with BRICS to link payment systems and CBDCs, boosting Rupee internationalization for faster, cheaper cross-border trade.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government Budgeting

Fitch retains India's BBB- rating on robust growth outlook, Pg15

Fitch maintains India's BBB- sovereign rating, projecting 6.4% GDP growth but warns of fiscal strain from youth job protests.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government Budgeting

Fitch retains India's BBB- rating on robust growth outlook, Pg15

Fitch maintains India's BBB- sovereign rating, projecting 6.4% GDP growth but warns of fiscal strain from youth job protests.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme timeline, Pg15

Centre extends PM E-DRIVE scheme for electric two-wheelers until March 2028, halving incentives to Rs 2,500 per kWh, capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Govt extends PM E-DRIVE scheme timeline, Pg15

Centre extends PM E-DRIVE scheme for electric two-wheelers until March 2028, halving incentives to Rs 2,500 per kWh, capped at Rs 5,000 per vehicle.

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

Net Direct Tax Collection Grows By 23%, Pg15

India's net direct tax collection surged 23% to over Rs 8.11 lakh crore by August 10, driven by slower refunds and robust non-corporate tax mop-up.

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

Net Direct Tax Collection Grows By 23%, Pg15

India's net direct tax collection surged 23% to over Rs 8.11 lakh crore by August 10, driven by slower refunds and robust non-corporate tax mop-up.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: LiteratureGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

The Indus Code, Pg17

The race to decipher the 4,000-year-old Indus script intensifies with a $1 million prize, leveraging AI and computational methods amidst diverse theories.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: LiteratureGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

The Indus Code, Pg17

The race to decipher the 4,000-year-old Indus script intensifies with a $1 million prize, leveraging AI and computational methods amidst diverse theories.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Karnataka Told to Release Water to T.N., Pg1

Cauvery Water Management Authority directs Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days amidst severe hydrological distress.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Karnataka Told to Release Water to T.N., Pg1

Cauvery Water Management Authority directs Karnataka to release 12,000 cusecs daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days amidst severe hydrological distress.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

New study reveals Ladakh's Zanskar glaciers are slowing and thinning due to climate change, impacting long-term water security in the Indus basin.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Ladakh’s giant ‘rivers of ice’ are slowing as the mountains warm, Pg2

New study reveals Ladakh's Zanskar glaciers are slowing and thinning due to climate change, impacting long-term water security in the Indus basin.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and FundingGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

No path to peace, Pg6

Despite a US-brokered ceasefire, Israel's continued actions in Gaza, international legal challenges, and US policy failures highlight the elusive path to peace.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and FundingGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

No path to peace, Pg6

Despite a US-brokered ceasefire, Israel's continued actions in Gaza, international legal challenges, and US policy failures highlight the elusive path to peace.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The Mecca Pact and the Rise of Strategic Hedging, Pg6

Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan sign Mecca Pact, forming a new mutual defense alliance, signaling a shift towards regional strategic autonomy and hedging against external dependence.

The Mecca Pact and the Rise of Strategic Hedging, Pg6

Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan sign Mecca Pact, forming a new mutual defense alliance, signaling a shift towards regional strategic autonomy and hedging against external dependence.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

The work that won Deepak Dhar the Dirac Medal, Pg8

Indian physicist Deepak Dhar wins prestigious Dirac Medal for pioneering contributions to statistical physics, particularly his Abelian sandpile model.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

The work that won Deepak Dhar the Dirac Medal, Pg8

Indian physicist Deepak Dhar wins prestigious Dirac Medal for pioneering contributions to statistical physics, particularly his Abelian sandpile model.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India’s rising dependence on U.S. LPG, Pg8

India's LPG imports from the US surge to 67%, raising concerns about overdependence, geopolitical risks, and economic implications for energy security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India’s rising dependence on U.S. LPG, Pg8

India's LPG imports from the US surge to 67%, raising concerns about overdependence, geopolitical risks, and economic implications for energy security.

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

The missing ‘reuse’ principle in India’s EV transition journey, Pg9

Expert analysis reveals India's EV policy neglects vehicle retrofitment, urging a 'reuse' principle for sustainable mobility and waste reduction.

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

The missing ‘reuse’ principle in India’s EV transition journey, Pg9

Expert analysis reveals India's EV policy neglects vehicle retrofitment, urging a 'reuse' principle for sustainable mobility and waste reduction.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Vande Mataram Bill Gets President’s Assent, Becomes Law, Pg11

President Droupadi Murmu assents to Vande Mataram Bill, criminalising disruption and elevating its legal status to that of the National Anthem.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Vande Mataram Bill Gets President’s Assent, Becomes Law, Pg11

President Droupadi Murmu assents to Vande Mataram Bill, criminalising disruption and elevating its legal status to that of the National Anthem.

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

LS Deadlock Continues; Kerala Name Change, Co-Operative Sector Bills Cleared Sans Debate, Pg11

Lok Sabha passes Kerala name change and co-operative sector bills without debate amidst opposition deadlock over student protests and Ram Temple issues.

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

LS Deadlock Continues; Kerala Name Change, Co-Operative Sector Bills Cleared Sans Debate, Pg11

Lok Sabha passes Kerala name change and co-operative sector bills without debate amidst opposition deadlock over student protests and Ram Temple issues.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Declare Cancer A Notifiable Disease: SC To 19 States, U.T.s, Pg12

Supreme Court directs 19 States/UTs to declare cancer a notifiable disease for early detection and patient care, questioning Centre's lack of uniform guidelines.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Declare Cancer A Notifiable Disease: SC To 19 States, U.T.s, Pg12

Supreme Court directs 19 States/UTs to declare cancer a notifiable disease for early detection and patient care, questioning Centre's lack of uniform guidelines.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Education Sector

Taliban barred 2.4 mn Afghan girls from school since 2021: UNESCO, Pg14

UNESCO reports Taliban have barred 2.4 million Afghan girls from secondary education since 2021, making Afghanistan the only country with such a formal ban.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Education Sector

Taliban barred 2.4 mn Afghan girls from school since 2021: UNESCO, Pg14

UNESCO reports Taliban have barred 2.4 million Afghan girls from secondary education since 2021, making Afghanistan the only country with such a formal ban.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Launch Of Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel

GRSE Kolkata launches 'Shruti', a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel, for Indian Navy, strengthening maritime security and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Launch Of Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel

GRSE Kolkata launches 'Shruti', a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel, for Indian Navy, strengthening maritime security and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Development Of New Waterway Corridors Across The Country

Government identifies 19 new National Waterways for cruise tourism and passenger movement, expanding inland water transport across India by 2031.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Development Of New Waterway Corridors Across The Country

Government identifies 19 new National Waterways for cruise tourism and passenger movement, expanding inland water transport across India by 2031.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Government Strengthens Rehabilitation Framework for Persons Engaged in Begging Under SMILE-Beggary Scheme

Government strengthens SMILE-Beggary Scheme, rehabilitating over 10,000 individuals, including children, with new Model Guidelines and digital monitoring for dignified living.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Government Strengthens Rehabilitation Framework for Persons Engaged in Begging Under SMILE-Beggary Scheme

Government strengthens SMILE-Beggary Scheme, rehabilitating over 10,000 individuals, including children, with new Model Guidelines and digital monitoring for dignified living.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Parliament passes MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026, streamlining classification, dispute resolution, and payments to boost sector growth and ease of doing business.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Parliament passes MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026, streamlining classification, dispute resolution, and payments to boost sector growth and ease of doing business.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Ship Recycling in India: Regulatory Transformation and Global Leadership

India becomes world leader in ship recycling by 2025, driven by robust regulatory framework, achieving Maritime India Vision targets ahead of schedule.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Ship Recycling in India: Regulatory Transformation and Global Leadership

India becomes world leader in ship recycling by 2025, driven by robust regulatory framework, achieving Maritime India Vision targets ahead of schedule.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Government details extensive schemes promoting sustainable agriculture, boosting productivity, water efficiency, and organic farming across India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Government details extensive schemes promoting sustainable agriculture, boosting productivity, water efficiency, and organic farming across India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Urban Flood Risk Mitigation Programme

Central Government approves Urban Flood Risk Mitigation Programme (UFRMP) Phase-I and Phase-II across 18 cities with Rs 5520 crore outlay to enhance flood resilience.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Urban Flood Risk Mitigation Programme

Central Government approves Urban Flood Risk Mitigation Programme (UFRMP) Phase-I and Phase-II across 18 cities with Rs 5520 crore outlay to enhance flood resilience.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Textile Recycling And Circular Economy

Government boosts textile recycling and circular economy through 'Tex-Eco Initiative' and policy support, aiming for sustainable manufacturing and waste management across the sector.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Textile Recycling And Circular Economy

Government boosts textile recycling and circular economy through 'Tex-Eco Initiative' and policy support, aiming for sustainable manufacturing and waste management across the sector.

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