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GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Tourism and trade, Pg6

Great Nicobar Island mega-project raises concerns over environmental impact, indigenous rights, and strategic value amidst rapid development plans.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society

Why India’s established elite is afraid of taking risks, Pg6

Indian business elite shifts from risk-taking to wealth preservation, impacting R&D investments and long-term economic growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Economics of Animal Rearing

Tapping fisheries in reservoirs, Pg7

Budget 2026-27 focuses on integrated fisheries development in 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars, aiming to double aquaculture productivity.

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

Between 14 years and the gallows, Pg8

Trial court's death sentence in custodial death case highlights limitations in sentencing powers, sparking debate on judicial discretion and uniformity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Are biomass stoves a cleaner, cheaper alternative to LPG?, Pg8

Biomass stoves offer cleaner, cheaper alternative to LPG with reduced emissions, fuel consumption, and sustainable firewood usage.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

China giving fictitious names to Indian territory, says Centre, Pg10

India strongly opposes China's fictitious naming of Indian territories, asserting Arunachal Pradesh's integral status amidst ongoing border tensions and bilateral strain.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Dhaka to send 20-member delegation in China outreach, Pg14

Bangladesh sends delegation to China amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, focusing on trade, medical tourism, and Teesta River project.

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

Nature’s signals, PgII

Sentinel species like frogs and emperor penguins serve as early indicators of environmental threats, signaling ecosystem decline and climate change impacts.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Deadlock, but with silver lining: Key takeaways from the US-Iran talks, Pg1

US-Iran talks deadlock in Islamabad raises West Asia tension; Indian markets brace for volatility and crude oil price surge.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

What's Keytruda, why is it a big deal in India's cancer fight, Pg1

Keytruda, breakthrough immunotherapy drug faces counterfeit market in India due to high costs and regulatory gaps, investigation reveals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Courts reluctant to remove arbitrators who are ex-judges: Justice Nagarathna, Pg2

Justice Nagarathna highlights courts' reluctance to remove ex-judge arbitrators, stressing ADR discipline and active Mediation Act implementation for effective dispute resolution.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

PMAY houses on forest land: Govt tells SC about safeguards, duties under FRA, Pg7

Centre defends PMAY houses on forest land in SC, citing FRA safeguards and duties for tribal communities' habitat protection.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Amid war's lengthening shadows, the need to reform fertiliser policy, Pg11

Fertilizer policy overhaul urged amid import dependence and rising global prices due to geopolitical instability, impacting India's food security.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Economics of Animal RearingGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Kashmir scientists crack cultivation of rare morel mushrooms, Pg13

Kashmiri scientists achieve breakthrough in cultivating rare, expensive Morel mushrooms, potentially revolutionizing J&K's bioeconomy and farmer incomes.

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

India-UK FTA to come into force by mid-May, Pg15

India-UK Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CETA) set to boost bilateral trade to $120 billion by 2030, starting mid-May.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Why Iran energy shock hasn't spread to food, yet, Pg18

Iran energy crisis impact: Global food prices remain stable due to abundant supplies, but biofuel diversion poses future risk.

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

Oak trees felling case: Their ecological importance for Himalayas, Pg18

Uttarakhand HC halts oak tree felling, spotlighting their crucial role in Himalayan ecology and biodiversity conservation amidst degradation concerns.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS 2: Health Sector

Drug for hepatitis E, Pg19

Heminifosbuvir, a hepatitis C drug, shows promise in treating hepatitis E by disrupting viral replication in animal trials.

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