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GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 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 Interests

The message in India's late entry to US-led groupings, Pg4

India's late entry into US-led Pax Silica signals evolving global tech order amid strained US-India ties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

In Gujarat, India's 1st state-funded lab to study most lethal pathogens, Pg4

Gujarat pioneers India's first state-funded BSL-4 lab for deadly pathogens research, enhancing national health security and biotechnology capabilities.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Most road accidents occur in known zones, solutions lie in focused efforts, Pg4

India's road accident fatalities spotlighted: Nashik Rural tops list, reveals critical engineering flaws and enforcement gaps needing urgent action.

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

India moves ahead on EU deal as US pact hangs fire, Pg5

India advances EU trade deal amid US uncertainty, aiming for agreement before EU leaders' Republic Day visit.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Indian Diaspora

India prepares to pull out its nationals from Iran, first batch ready, Pg5

India initiates Iran evacuation amidst rising West Asia tensions; advises vigilance in Israel, impacting flight routes and airline operations.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

'Serious issue': SC notice to Mamata, officers on ED's plea, Pg5

Supreme Court addresses ED's plea regarding obstruction by West Bengal CM and police in I-PAC probe, stays FIRs against ED officers.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Factor in terror act 'hierarchy' defined by SC in 2020 riots case, HC tells litigants, Pg8

Delhi HC directs UAPA case litigants to consider SC's expanded terror definition, impacting Parliament security breach accused's bail pleas.

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

Verified NREGA job card may be allowed during transition to VB-G Ram G, Pg10

Government transitions from MGNREGA to VB-GRAM G Act, allowing verified NREGA job cards during the initial phase.

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

China's exports hold up but there are pain points, Pg12

China's trade surplus surges to $1.19 trillion in 2025 despite US tariffs, driven by exports to ASEAN, India, EU, and Africa.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Art FormsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Film certification process is punishment, Pg12

CBFC's film certification delays, censorship concerns, and legal battles spotlight need for Cinematograph Act reform and artistic freedom.

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

Call antimicrobial resistance by its name, Pg13

PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat address puts antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the spotlight, urging collective action and responsible antibiotic use.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Education SectorGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Govt working on raising income limit for SC scholarships to Rs 4.5 lakh from Rs 2.5 lakh, Pg14

Government considers raising SC scholarship income limit to ₹4.5 lakh, potentially benefiting more students from marginalized communities.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

Electrifying: Peak power demand this winter outpaces last summer's, Pg15

India's winter peak power demand surpasses summer levels due to unusual cold, EV adoption, and changing climate patterns.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Private property disputes cannot be treated as human rights violation: HC, Pg15

Gujarat HC restricts Human Rights Commission's power in private property disputes, emphasizing demonstrable state action for human rights violations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

NSE co-location, dark fibre cases: SEBI agrees 'in-principle' to settlement pleas, Pg21

SEBI considers settling NSE co-location case for ₹1,387 Cr, potentially greenlighting long-awaited IPO after whistle-blower allegations.

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

Exports rise 1.8% in Dec as UAE, China gains offset impact of steep US tariffs, Pg21

India's December exports rise 1.8%, driven by China and UAE gains, despite US tariff impact and widening trade deficit.

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

PLFS: Labour Force Participation Rate ends 2025 at new high of 56.1%, Pg21

India's Labour Force Participation Rate hits 56.1% in December 2025, a new high since PLFS revamp.

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

After objectionable images row, Musk, Grok AI find out the limits to their free speech assertions, Pg21

Musk's X restricts Grok AI after generating objectionable images, facing government scrutiny over IT Act violations and platform safeguards.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC: Tiger Global liable to pay tax for Flipkart stake sale, Pg21

Supreme Court overturns Delhi HC order, holds Tiger Global liable for tax on Flipkart stake sale profits.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trump imposes 25% tariff on imports of some AI chips, Pg21

Trump's 25% tariff targets Nvidia H200, AMD MI325X AI chips, aiming to boost US production and reduce reliance on Taiwan.

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