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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story, Pg6

India-UAE economic corridor achieves $100 billion trade target early, eyes $200 billion by 2032 amid growing strategic partnership.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Hot air, Pg6

Trump administration revokes 'endangerment finding,' weakening vehicle emission norms, risking global EV transition and potentially influencing India's fuel efficiency standards.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

Bridging a divide with an ‘Indian Scientific Service’, Pg6

Article advocates for 'Indian Scientific Service' to integrate scientific expertise into policymaking by creating specialized cadre within government.

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

Death sentences in India: fewer confirmations, higher acquittals, Pg7

Death penalty trends reveal declining confirmations, increased acquittals by High Courts and Supreme Court, raising concerns about lower court procedures.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: Vulnerable SectionsGS 1: Women and Women's Organizations

We need fiscal prudence during elections, Pg7

Tamil Nadu's pre-election cash transfer raises fiscal prudence concerns amidst accusations of biased central funding and unsustainable welfare schemes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

A common framework to build trust in AI in Asia, Pg7

Asian nations seek common AI framework for trust, addressing data, infrastructure, skills, and governance disparities amidst differing national agendas.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Ambiguities in the U.S.-India trade deal, Pg8

U.S.-India interim trade deal sparks concerns over tariff reductions, market access, and potential impact on Indian farmers.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

What are bio-based chemicals and enzymes?, Pg8

India poised to boost bio-based chemical production, reducing import dependence and fostering sustainable industrial growth through BioE3 policy.

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

India adds more than 50,000 MW of power generation capacity, Pg10

India's power sector witnesses record expansion with 52,537 MW added, renewables constitute 50.5% of total capacity, marking significant growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

AI Impact Summit 2026 begins today, Modi to inaugurate an India AI Expo, Pg12

India hosts AI Impact Summit 2026, uniting global leaders to discuss AI's transformative effects and equitable access, Modi inaugurates India AI Expo.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

AI summit begins today, real-world solutions on table, Pg1

India hosts AI Impact Summit 2026, positioning itself as a leader in AI solutions for the Global South.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Garbage City (Large, open structures on the road, with trash spilling onto the streets — these are Delhi’s infamous dhalaos or garbage collection points. They were to be removed from the city by 2024, but at least 500 continue to remain operationa..., Pg4

Delhi's Dhalaos: 500+ mini-dumpyards persist despite 2024 removal deadline, exposing governance gaps and environmental hazards amidst rising waste generation.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

India-US security ties on upward trajectory, says US Commander, Pg8

US Indo-Pacific Commander hails growing India-US security ties, citing increased cooperation and India's role in Indian Ocean security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Refurbished medical devices: a new global vs domestic debate, Pg9

India's medical device industry divided over refurbished equipment imports amidst safety concerns and domestic manufacturing impact, regulatory clarity sought.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

At global event, India aims to spotlight local solutions, Pg9

India hosts global AI summit, spotlighting local solutions and ethical governance amidst AI revolution, aiming for inclusive AI development.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

'AI debate has moved from use to accountability... that is progress', Pg9

AI's healthcare potential in developing nations hinges on accountability, data ownership, and addressing biases for equitable access and improved health literacy.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Trade pact opens doors with caution, and with quota systems, in agriculture, Pg11

India-US trade deal sparks debate over agricultural impact; quota systems and GM crop concerns addressed with cautious optimism.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

‘OPS unsustainable for states; concept of funded pension account absolutely essential’, Pg12

PFRDA warns Old Pension Scheme is unsustainable; advocates for continued NPS contributions and funded pension accounts by state governments.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Oil demand to touch new high in FY27 on rising use of key fuels, Pg12

India's oil demand to surge 2.8% to 250.8 million tonnes in FY27, driven by key fuels consumption.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

RBI’s plan to compensate victims of fraud transactions, Pg12

RBI proposes novel compensation framework for victims of fraudulent small-value transactions, capping payout at ₹25,000 or 85% of fraud value.

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

Why HbA1c test may be failing Indians living with diabetes, Pg14

Lancet study reveals HbA1c test inaccuracies for Indian diabetics due to anaemia and genetic factors, urging diverse testing methods.

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

Whether it's Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI or Google, companies are looking at India to hire AI engineers, Pg15

India aims to become global AI hub, focusing on talent, infrastructure, and ethical AI governance amid concerns of job displacement.

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