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GS 1: World HistoryGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

How new fossils, latest technology are tracing the origins of snakes, Pg2

Fossil discoveries and advanced technology unveil snake evolution, tracing origins back 160 million years, revealing unique adaptations and diversification.

GS 2: PolityGS 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 Xi-Trump summit — shadow boxing on Iran, Pg6

Trump seeks China's help for Iran exit amidst rising tensions, echoing Nixon's 1972 Beijing visit for Vietnam resolution.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: E Technology in Aid of Farmers

What has the IMD announced ahead of this year’s monsoon?, Pg8

IMD introduces AI-powered block-level monsoon forecasts across 15 states, enhancing agricultural planning and mitigating crop losses.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Why did NTA’s ‘Zero Error’ policy fail?, Pg8

NEET-UG 2024 marred by paper leak allegations, NTA's 'zero error' policy fails, raising concerns over exam integrity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Fix panic buttons, tracking devices in public transport vehicles: SC to States, Pg10

Supreme Court mandates States to enforce CMV Rules, 1989 for safety devices in public transport to reduce road fatalities.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

‘Iran is working on a Hormuz protocol to cover safety costs’, Pg10

Iran plans 'Hormuz protocol' for navigation safety, potentially impacting shipping costs and geopolitical relations amid regional tensions.

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

NTA, govt. did not want to cancel NEET in 2024, cited student welfare in the SC, Pg11

NEET-UG cancellation contrasts Centre's prior SC stance citing student welfare, fairness, and exam sanctity concerns, raising questions on governance.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health SectorGS 1: Women and Women's Organizations

PCOS gets a new name; change seeks to aid faster diagnosis and treatment, Pg12

PCOS renamed to PMOS by Endocrine Society to reflect endocrine, metabolic, and ovarian dysfunction for faster diagnosis and reduced stigma.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Education Sector

Karnataka scraps hijab ban order, students can wear limited faith symbols, Pg1

Karnataka government revokes hijab ban, permits limited religious symbols in schools, balancing religious freedom and uniform regulations.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

NEET whistleblower first went to police, no FIR, so wrote to testing agency, Pg1

NEET paper leak investigation intensifies as CBI arrests five, political links surface amidst multi-state raids and detentions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Parliament panel's red flag: Fund is shrinking, use it responsibly, Pg1

Cabinet approves ₹37,500 crore coal gasification project to cut LNG imports and boost energy security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 4: Accountability and Ethical GovernanceGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

Ministry's special fund is for top athletes, bureaucrats dip into it to upgrade their own sports facilities, Pg1

Investigation reveals misuse of National Sports Development Fund, diverting crores to bureaucrats' facilities and RSS-linked organizations, raising ethical concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 1: Women and Women's Organizations

'Constitution entrusts religious reform to legislature not courts', Pg2

Centre advocates legislative religious reforms, opposing court intervention in Sabarimala case, citing constitutional mandate and democratic consensus for lasting social change.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

NIA arrests narco-terror kingpin Shera after Portugal extradition, Pg2

NIA nabs narco-terror kingpin Shera after extradition from Portugal, exposing Pakistan-backed terror financing via drug smuggling.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

At Delhi's lone wildlife sanctuary, one invasive tree covers 63.48% of landscape, Pg4

Delhi's Asola Bhatti Sanctuary Grapples with Invasive Tree Species Covering 63% of Area, Threatening Native Ecosystem

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

134-km semi high speed rail line between Ahmedabad, Dholera gets Cabinet approval, Pg5

Cabinet approves ₹20,667 crore semi-high-speed rail line (200 kmph) between Ahmedabad and Dholera, enhancing connectivity and boosting manufacturing.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's ActGS 1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

EC likely to announce next phase of SIR for remaining states, UTs soon, Pg6

Election Commission to launch Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in remaining states/UTs, moving away from annual Special Summary Revisions (SSRs).

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 InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Tehran will welcome diplomatic initiative from India: Iran Dy FM, Pg7

Iran invites India to mediate in West Asia conflict, signaling openness to diplomatic initiatives despite past reservations about 'broker' role.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

India gets its first Alzheimer's therapy at Rs 1 lakh/dose, Pg7

Eli Lilly launches Lormalzi (donanemab) in India, the first Alzheimer's therapy, costing ₹1 lakh/dose, offering hope to millions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

How farm exports have grown despite US tariffs, Pg9

Despite US tariffs, India's farm exports grew 2.3% to $53.1 billion in 2025-26, driven by diversification and record marine product exports.

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

Why NEET is more prone to paper leaks than JEE, Pg9

NEET faces higher paper leak risks than JEE due to offline format and logistical vulnerabilities, impacting lakhs of students.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

Close cervical cancer gap, focus on equity, Pg10

India aims to prevent 10 million cervical cancer cases by achieving WHO's HPV vaccination and screening targets, addressing critical equity gaps.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Investment Models

At India-Nordic Summit, turn historical sambandh into future partnership, Pg11

India-Nordic Summit aims to bolster ties focusing on green strategic partnership, blue economy, and investments after 4 decades.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

India's Africa policy needs continuity, Pg11

India rethinks Africa engagement strategy focusing on continuity beyond summits amid growing global competition and African Union's evolving role.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: Poverty and Hunger

UN food agency halves aid to Syria amid fund crunch, no cheap bread, Pg14

WFP halves aid to 650,000 Syrians amid funding crisis, exacerbating food insecurity for 7.2 million people.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Gold duty hike to push export cost, block working capital: Exporters, Pg15

Gold import duty hike to 15% threatens gems and jewellery exports, blocking working capital for MSMEs amid West Asia trade disruptions.

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

AI COULD ADD OVER $500 BILLION TO INDIA'S ECONOMY BY 2030, Pg15

AI poised to inject $500 billion into India's economy by 2030, reveals IBM report, highlighting skill gaps and infrastructure hurdles.

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

GIC Re to manage Maritime Insurance Pool, Pg15

GIC Re to manage Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with $1.4 billion sovereign guarantee for uninterrupted domestic maritime trade coverage.

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