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

The stark reality of educational costs in India, Pg8

NSS 80th Round Survey reveals rising education costs, impacting access for lower-income families despite free education guarantee.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

The Madras High Court must break its silence, Pg8

Madras HC Collegium faces scrutiny over judge exclusion, raising constitutional questions on judicial appointment process and transparency, impacting judicial independence.

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

​Notional security, Pg8

U.S. National Security Strategy prioritizes economic security, criticizes European allies, and raises concerns about NATO's strength and global stability.

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

Is the falling rupee a cause for alarm?, Pg9

Experts analyze the rupee's fall below ₹90/dollar, attributing it to trade deficits and FPI outflows, but downplaying economic weakness.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

At COP30, China’s tea-infused fabric and India’s austerity, Pg9

COP30 witnesses China's strategic pavilion showcasing sustainable products, contrasting with India's austerity amidst global climate negotiations and geopolitical dynamics.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Space Technology

Issues of aircraft GPS interference reported by govt. in two years, Pg10

Government reports 1,951 aircraft GPS interference incidents in two years, highlighting growing concerns over navigation system manipulation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Savings shift reshapes India’s markets, Pg10

Domestic savings reshape Indian markets, reducing reliance on FPIs, but concerns rise over retail investor risks and wealth inequality.

EthicsGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 4: Laws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical GuidanceGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

What does Supreme Court’s ruling on narco tests mean?, Pg10

Supreme Court reaffirms ban on forced narco tests, citing constitutional violations of self-incrimination and right to privacy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: Space Technology

Why human-rating matters as India prepares for Gaganyaan, Pg11

ISRO upgrades LVM-3 rocket to HLVM-3 for Gaganyaan mission, incorporating redundant systems and crew escape technology for enhanced astronaut safety.

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

Panel on simultaneous polls gets more time, Pg13

Parliamentary panel examining simultaneous polls bills gets extension until the end of the 2026 Budget session.

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

DPIIT signals Copyright Act changes to address AI issues, Pg14

DPIIT proposes Copyright Act amendments for AI, including 'blanket licensing' and royalty payouts to content publishers within three years.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Aadhaar app to enable offline sharing by exposing minimal data: UIDAI CEO, Pg14

UIDAI to launch new Aadhaar app with digitally signed QR code for secure, offline data sharing and verification.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization

Europe’s dilemma: how to finance Ukraine, Pg16

EU grapples with financing Ukraine amidst debt concerns, explores using frozen Russian assets despite internal and US opposition.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Invisible epidemic: why air pollution is India’s largest health threat?, PgII

Air pollution crisis: India faces rising mortality, cardiovascular harm, and neurological impacts, demanding urgent action and health-centered strategies.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Amid trade talks, PM speaks to Trump, says will work together, Pg1

Modi and Trump discuss trade enhancements amid ongoing talks, addressing tariffs, market access, and strategic Indo-Pacific cooperation.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

'Have to do something': SC wants board to examine man comatose for 13 years, Pg1

Supreme Court directs AIIMS to examine comatose man, revisiting passive euthanasia legality and 'right to die with dignity'.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

2,805 died awaiting organ transplant since 2020: Govt, Pg6

2,805 Indians die awaiting organ transplants since 2020; Delhi reports highest deaths due to deceased donor shortage.

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

Govt received 201 proposals for Rly, highway projects in ESZs, Pg6

Environment Ministry reviews 201 infrastructure proposals near eco-sensitive zones amidst rising concerns over wildlife deaths and habitat disruption.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 4: Laws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical GuidanceGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Underlining need for speedy trials in UAPA cases, SC says nation's security paramount, Pg14

Supreme Court emphasizes speedy trials in UAPA cases, balancing national security with Article 21 rights, in Jnaneshwari Express derailment case.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

India at Kenya meet: UNEA outcomes must remain practical, implementable for all, Pg14

India advocates for practical, implementable UNEA outcomes emphasizing finance, technology transfer, and CBDR-RC for developing nations at the Kenya meet.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: Industrial Revolution

Behind China's $1-tn trade surplus, Pg15

China's record $1 trillion trade surplus raises global concerns over manufacturing dominance and potential trade wars amid weak domestic demand.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

US approves sale of tech support for F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan, Pg16

US approves $686M F-16 tech support sale to Pakistan, aiming to boost counterterrorism efforts and interoperability through 2040.

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

Mexico imposes 50% tariffs on Indian, other Asian imports, Pg17

Mexico imposes 50% tariffs on Indian auto exports amid US pressure and USMCA review, impacting $5.3 billion trade.

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

AI firms to pay part of global revenue as royalty for using content of Indian creators, Pg17

Government proposes AI firms to pay royalties to Indian content creators based on global revenue for copyrighted data usage.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

IOC's new female eligibility policy in 2026, Pg21

IOC's new eligibility policy targets early 2026 for female sports, potentially excluding transgender athletes from Olympic Games.

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