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GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India Courts Will Decide Extradition Of Hasina, Talks On To Change Course, Pg1

India's courts to decide Sheikh Hasina's extradition to Bangladesh under 2013 pact, as diplomatic talks intensify amidst her planned December return.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Youth will power our journey to Viksit Bharat 2047, says PM, Pg1

PM Modi outlines vision for Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing youth empowerment, self-reliance in energy, semiconductors, and critical minerals amidst global resource weaponization.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Accept High Oil Prices, Trump Tells U.S. As Iran Defiant On Strait, Pg1

Trump urges Americans to accept higher fuel prices amidst escalating US-Iran tensions and Iran's defiance over the strategic Strait of Hormuz blockade.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: IT and Computers

Data centres top segment in real estate investments by PEs: Report, Pg11

Data centres attracted over one-third of private equity real estate investments in Q1 2026, surpassing traditional segments due to surging digital demand.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Govt seeks to ease entry norms for domestic consulting firms in tenders, Pg11

Government eases tender eligibility for domestic consulting firms, promoting competition and reducing reliance on multinational giants in public procurement processes.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why India Needs More Power For AI, Chips And Data Centres, Pg11

India targets 100 GWe nuclear power by 2047, deploying SMRs and private investment to meet surging energy demands from AI and data centers.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS2: Education SectorGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS3: Basics of Cyber Security

PM Takes Note of Gen Z Anxieties, Warns Against ‘Intellectual Naxals’, Pg1

PM Modi addresses Gen Z anxieties with AI skilling, warns against 'intellectual Naxals', and outlines a seven-point economic reform plan for a developed India.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting

Govt. brings scheme to disclose foreign assets, Pg1

Income Tax Department launches FAST-DS, a voluntary disclosure scheme for small taxpayers to declare undisclosed foreign assets with an effective 60% tax.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: Constitutional BodiesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

CAG audit highlights major gaps in Green India Mission, Pg9

CAG audit reveals Green India Mission's massive 90%+ shortfall in forest cover targets, citing inadequate funding, poor coordination, and weak monitoring.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Biotechnology

TB Vaccine Offers Clue To Shape Immunity Against Alzheimer’s, Pg11

Research indicates BCG vaccine, traditionally for TB, could retrain immune cells to combat brain inflammation, offering a potential preventive strategy for Alzheimer's.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Space Technology

Webb spots unusual black hole at ‘cosmic dawn’, Pg11

Webb telescope discovers rapidly growing supermassive black hole 660 million years after Big Bang, challenging previous mass estimations by 100x.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Never too soon to switch to an electric vehicle, Pg11

New analysis confirms switching to an EV, even from a new fossil-fuel car, drastically cuts lifecycle carbon emissions, repaying manufacturing debt within three years.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Space Technology

‘Despite reputation, India’s per-unit space launch cost highest’, Pg11

New analysis reveals India's per-unit space launch cost is highest globally, challenging its cost-effective image and raising geopolitical concerns.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Why has the Centre opposed creamy layer for SC/STs?, Pg12

Centre opposes 'creamy layer' exclusion for SC/STs in Supreme Court, citing parliamentary power and lack of judicial precedent amidst ongoing petitions and student protests.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: World HistoryPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

South Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14

South Korea proposes historic talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, as Pyongyang strengthens Russia ties and asserts nuclear status.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Over 300,000 Rohingya refugees verified for repatriation: Myanmar, Pg14

Myanmar's military government verifies over 300,000 Rohingya refugees for repatriation from Bangladesh, conditional on improved security in Rakhine state.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Key Highlights of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s Address From the Ramparts of the Red Fort on the Occasion of the 80th Independence Day

PM Modi outlines ambitious vision for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, emphasizing economic growth, technological advancement, social justice, and governance reforms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: IT and Computers

PM Announces AI Skilling Of 1 Crore Youth In One Year

PM Modi unveils ambitious national agenda from Red Fort, targeting AI skilling for 1 crore youth, semiconductor self-reliance, and six crore Lakhpati Didis.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS3: E Technology in Aid of FarmersGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Launches RSVC-AMRIT Platform Developed by NABARD to Strengthen Rural Innovation and Technology Transfer

Principal Scientific Adviser launches NABARD's RSVC-AMRIT platform to boost rural innovation and technology transfer, connecting stakeholders for 'Viksit Bharat 2047'.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Education SectorGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation, highlights youth’s potential and India’s sporting ambitions, announces nationwide talent hunt for 2036 Olympics

PM Modi announces Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana, nationwide talent hunt for 2036 Olympics, and free online coaching for youth.

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