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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

U.S. clears Russia sanctions Bill; India faces tariff threat, Pg1

US House passes Russia sanctions bill, authorizing 100% tariffs on India for Russian oil, impacting energy security and bilateral trade relations.

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

A war room for India in an age of sanctions, Pg10

Amid rising global sanctions and economic coercion, India needs a dedicated "war room" to protect its trade, energy, and financial interests.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

What is the Uniform Civil Code debate?, Pg12

Union Home Minister indicates UCC implementation in NDA states by 2029, sparking debate on constitutional provisions, gender justice, and religious freedom.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Why was ex-Kosovo President convicted by The Hague?, Pg12

Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes by EU-backed Hague court, sparking mixed international reactions.

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

Who has to pay MDR on UPI and who stands to gain the most?, Pg13

NPCI introduces Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain UPI transactions above ₹2,000, impacting specific merchants and benefiting payment ecosystem players.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 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

Carney pushes ‘new alliance’ with EU despite Trump threats, Pg18

Canadian PM Mark Carney advocates for a 'new alliance' with the EU, defying US President Trump's threats amid escalating trade tensions.

GS 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

China Opposes U.S. Sanctions Bill; Russia Says It Could Hinder Peace, Pg18

China rejects US 'long-arm jurisdiction' sanctions bill targeting Russian oil trade, while Russia warns it complicates Ukraine peace efforts.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Pakistan, China activate boundary joint commission in Islamabad, Pg18

Pakistan and China activate joint border commission in Islamabad, prompting India's strong rejection over arrangements concerning illegally occupied Indian territory.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

China urges Iran to rein in Houthis after Saudi appeal, Pg4

China urges Iran to curb Houthi aggression near Red Sea after Saudi appeal, fearing disruption to vital global energy routes and shipping.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

In Bolivia, a new cat species identified— first in over a century, Pg4

A diminutive wild cat, Leopardus tilcayo, discovered in Bolivia's cloud forest, marks the first new cat species identified in over a century.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

These Two Cheetahs Aren't Related — But At Kuno, They Have Become Inseparable, Pg5

Unrelated male cheetahs form rare coalition at Kuno National Park, boosting India's ambitious reintroduction project.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Proof of Growth Lies Beyond GDP Number, Pg14

Article questions India's 7.8% GDP growth, highlighting concerns over methodology, stagnant real wages, declining household savings, and weak private investment.

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

Private Capital Can Ease The Burden, Pg15

Addressing Delhi's student housing crisis, article advocates private sector involvement, land pooling, and increased FAR to meet demand, easing state burden.

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

Govt to monitor if merchants are passing on UPI MDR to consumers, Pg17

Government will monitor merchants passing UPI MDR on transactions above Rs 2,000 from October 15, ensuring consumer protection and fostering digital payment innovation.

GS 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

After US Fed and others, will RBI also raise interest rates in Oct?, Pg17

US Fed hikes rates, triggering global central bank actions; RBI likely to raise repo rate in October to combat persistent domestic inflation.

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

Union Health Ministry Proposes Amendments to Drugs Rules, 1945 to Strengthen Regulatory Oversight of Schedule H, H1 and X Drugs

Health Ministry proposes amendments to Drugs Rules, 1945, mandating CCTV surveillance for Schedule H, H1, X drugs to curb unauthorized sales.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme

India's Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) boosts domestic production, aiming for self-reliance and a $500 billion ecosystem by 2030.

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

Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY)

PMKKKY scheme channels over ₹1 lakh crore from mining revenue via District Mineral Foundations for welfare and sustainable development in affected regions.

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