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

Three ISBTs set to be made EV-ready, Pg 8

Delhi to electrify all ISBTs with EV charging units under SASCI scheme, aiming to curb vehicular emissions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

$300 mn committed for health impacts of climate at COP30, Pg 10

COP30 witnesses $300 million pledge to combat climate change's health impacts, addressing adaptation finance gaps and bolstering global health systems.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Invest in people's resilience, clean energy, Pg 12

Global Carbon Project warns emissions are still rising, jeopardizing Paris Agreement's 1.5°C target despite renewable energy growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelimsGS 1: The Freedom Struggle

On Birsa Munda's birth anniversary, let's celebrate his fight for dignity, Pg 13

Birsa Munda's 150th birth anniversary commemorated as Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, celebrating tribal contributions and empowerment through PM-JANMAN scheme.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 1: Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization

Decoding NDA’s historic return to power in Bihar, Pg 24

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by Nitish Kumar, secured a significant electoral comeback in Bihar, overcoming anti-incumbency and a strong opposition alliance.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

How 27th Amendment seals Pak Army’s stranglehold over state, Pg 24

Pakistan has enacted the 27th Constitutional Amendment, introducing sweeping reforms that significantly expand the Pakistan Army’s authority across governance, security, and judicial structures.

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

Centre notifies data protection rules, paves way for India's first privacy law, Pg 25

India's data protection rules notified, setting stage for privacy law implementation with staggered rollout and data localization requirements.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Google offers EU to change adtech policy, no divestment, Pg 25

Google proposes adtech policy changes to EU, avoiding divestment amidst antitrust concerns and regulatory pressure from both EU and US.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Govt revokes QCOs on 7 key minerals after industry pushback, Pg 25

Government scraps QCOs on seven vital minerals like nickel and copper following industry protests over supply chain disruptions and import restrictions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

RBI announces trade relief measures for exporters amid global disruptions, Pg 25

RBI unveils trade relief package: Moratoriums, credit extensions, and relaxed asset classification norms to aid exporters facing global headwinds.

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

WPI inflation falls to 27-month low of (-)1.21 pc in Oct, Pg 25

India's WPI inflation hits 27-month low at -1.21% in October, driven by food, fuel, and manufacturing deflation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Sebi chief: Board to take up panel report on disclosures, conflict of interest next month, Pg 25

Sebi to consider panel report on conflict of interest and disclosures, aiming for enhanced transparency and accountability in securities market.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Land Reforms in India

Jewar, Taking Off (MAKING OF NOIDA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT), Pg 26

Noida International Airport (Jewar) gears up for inauguration, promising enhanced connectivity and economic boost to Western Uttar Pradesh.

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

Central government notifies key parts of Digital Personal Data Protection Act, Pg1

Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: Key provisions notified, balancing data privacy with state exemptions and industry compliance timelines.

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

Flexible inflation targeting, a good balance, Pg8

RBI reviews flexible inflation targeting framework, debates headline vs core inflation, acceptable levels, and band for 2026-2031.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Health Sector

​Tepid relief, Pg8

U.S. government shutdown ends after 43 days amid political battle over healthcare and budget, impacting economy and public services.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

The Great Nicobar project and a Ministry in knots, Pg8

Environment Ministry faces scrutiny over Great Nicobar project's environmental impact, CRZ violations, and conflicting reports regarding Galathea Bay's ecological status.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Doctors with bombs, Pg9

Delhi Red Fort blast reveals terror module involving doctors linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad; NIA investigates the incident.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

NSA Ajit Doval set to host Bangladeshi counterpart, Pg13

NSA Ajit Doval to host Bangladesh's NSA Khalilur Rahman for Colombo Security Conclave amid ongoing bilateral tensions.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 4: Accountability and Ethical GovernanceGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

CJI to deal with claim that HC judge approached NCLAT member on order, Pg 12

The Supreme Court has highlighted a sensitive allegation involving a High Court judge allegedly influencing a National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) member in an insolvency matter.

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

Manipur tribal body seeks removal of ‘Any Kuki Tribes’ category, Pg 13

The Thadou Inpi Manipur (TIM), representing the Thadou community, has demanded the removal of the “Any Kuki Tribes” (AKT) category from Manipur’s Scheduled Tribes list, citing misuse and threats to indigenous identity.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

India, Canada cement ties on trade, critical minerals, investment, Pg 14

India and Canada issued a joint statement reaffirming cooperation in critical minerals, clean energy, and new investment opportunities following a ministerial visit to New Delhi.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelims

U.S. to launch new military operation in Latin America, Pg 15

The U.S. announced a new military operation—‘Operation Southern Spear’—aimed at countering narco-terrorism in Latin America amid rising naval activity and regional tensions.

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