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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

Doublespeak, Pg6

U.S. invites India for FTA talks amid trade tensions, but demands on Russian oil imports complicate the negotiations.

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

Retail inflation quickens to 2.1%, ending 9-month drop, Pg1

Retail inflation rises to 2.1% in August, ending nine-month decline, driven by fuel and light category.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Centre to hold meeting on creating more special courts, Pg8

Centre to expedite NIA, UAPA trials via special courts amid Supreme Court concerns over delays due to pendency.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

SC asks Centre, EC to reply to plea for regulating parties, Pg9

Supreme Court directs Centre, Election Commission to respond to plea seeking regulation of political parties to curb corruption and criminalization.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Denying upward mobility to candidates with disabilities defeats purpose of quota: SC, Pg10

Supreme Court questions Centre on denying upward mobility to meritorious disabled candidates, potentially violating Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Property rights, tribals and the gender parity gap, Pg6

Supreme Court advocates for tribal women's property rights, challenging discriminatory customs and advocating for legal parity via legislative action.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC Bench to hear if judicial officers can avail Bar quota, Pg10

Supreme Court Constitution Bench to decide if judicial officers with 7 years' experience can avail Bar quota for District Judge appointment.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

India votes in favour of UNGA resolution on Palestine state, Pg12

India supports UN resolution endorsing 'New York Declaration' for Palestine, backing two-state solution amidst Gaza conflict.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public FundsGS 4: Right to Information and Transparency in Government

The RTI’s shift to a ‘right to deny information’, Pg6

DPDP Act amendment to RTI Section 8(1)(j) threatens transparency, potentially enabling corruption by restricting access to essential public information.

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

After the disaster, Pg7

Punjab floods displace thousands, causing widespread devastation; political parties clash over relief efforts and fund allocation amidst rising concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Regulator eases entry norms for foreign investors, relaxes IPO rules for large firms, Pg1

SEBI introduces SWAGAT-FI framework for foreign investors, eases IPO norms, and enhances MII governance to boost market confidence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The critic is at sea, Pg13

Great Nicobar Island project sparks debate over strategic maritime goals versus environmental impact and tribal rights, raising geopolitical questions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Microsoft averts EU antitrust fine with unbundled Office and Teams, Pg14

Microsoft averts EU antitrust fine by unbundling Office and Teams, offering reduced prices and enhanced interoperability globally.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

More reliance on surveillance among measures to reduce trust deficit at LAC, Pg1

India enhances LAC surveillance to reduce trust deficit with China, aiming for fewer patrols and troop confrontations amidst ongoing border talks.

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

Past MPC members want continuity in RBI's CPI inflation framework, Pg14

Ex-MPC members advocate retaining 4% CPI inflation target, emphasizing stability amidst RBI's framework review due by March 2026.

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

Decide on bail pleas within two months, SC tells HCs, Pg6

Supreme Court mandates two-month bail plea decisions by High Courts, prioritizing personal liberty and reducing indefinite pendency, reinforcing Articles 14 & 21.

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

Digitising manuscripts will help curb intellectual piracy, says Modi, Pg6

PM Modi emphasizes digitizing India's one crore manuscripts to combat intellectual piracy, preserve cultural heritage, and promote global access.

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

Centre clears translocation of tigers from Tadoba, Pench to Sahyadri reserve, Pg11

Environment Ministry approves tiger translocation from Tadoba and Pench to Sahyadri reserve aiming to revive big cat population.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

British Parliament panel opens inquiry into impact of India-UK FTA, Pg14

UK Parliament scrutinizes India-UK FTA's impacts, seeking evidence on benefits, risks, and sector-specific effects before implementation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Ease of doing Science, Pg13

India aims to attract global science talent through Focused Research Organizations, fostering innovation and strategic autonomy in critical technologies.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Plight of citizens who pay tax is disheartening: SC on homebuyers, Pg11

Supreme Court urges government to safeguard homebuyers' interests, proposes fund for stalled projects, and seeks RERA uniformity.

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

Forex reserves rise to $698.27 billion, Pg14

India's forex reserves surge to $698.27 billion, marking a $4.038 billion increase driven by gold reserve valuation.

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

Retail inflation rate inches up to 2.07% in August due to higher food prices, Pg14

Retail inflation edges up to 2.07% in August due to rising food prices, GST rate cuts may ease inflation.

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