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

SC voices ‘reservations’ on its own bail decision, Pg1

Supreme Court questions its Umar Khalid bail rejection, emphasizing personal liberty over UAPA's stringent bail conditions after prolonged incarceration.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran submits fresh plan, says U.S. open to ‘waive’ sanctions, Pg1

Iran proposes 14-point plan to U.S. via Pakistan, seeking sanctions relief and Strait of Hormuz control amid tensions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Modi meets Norwegian PM as they seek to raise ties to Green Strategic Partnership, Pg1

India and Norway elevate ties to 'Green Strategic Partnership', focusing on trade, technology, and renewable energy cooperation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

India still short on expertise, tools to manage fungal health burden, Pg2

India grapples with fungal disease burden due to expertise gaps, limited diagnostic tools, and antimicrobial resistance, impacting both humans and wildlife.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Scientists use DNA maps to find pangolin trafficking hubs, Pg2

Scientists map pangolin DNA to identify trafficking hotspots, aiding law enforcement in curbing illegal wildlife trade routes.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Waiting for the storm, Pg6

Severe pre-monsoon storms claim 111 lives in Uttar Pradesh; highlighting disaster preparedness gaps and infrastructure vulnerabilities.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Gender, caregiving, the law in Indian research funding, Pg6

Indian research funding policies need reforms to address gender disparities and caregiving responsibilities, ensuring substantive equality for women researchers.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 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

Strategic spark in India-South Korea defence ties, Pg6

India and South Korea deepen defence ties amidst evolving Indo-Pacific geopolitics, focusing on joint ventures and regional security.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

Minimum temperatures are rising faster than maximum, Pg7

India faces rising minimum temperatures outpacing maximums, exacerbating heat stress on humans and crops, posing significant environmental challenges.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Improving efficiency of fertilizer use in India, Pg7

India grapples with fertilizer overuse, pollution, and import dependence, necessitating efficiency improvements and policy coordination for sustainable agriculture and food security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

The warning signs in India’s import bill, Pg8

Modi urges import reduction amidst widening trade deficit of $333 billion, driven by gold, oil, and electronics imports.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Why has the WHO declared a PHEIC over Ebola outbreak?, Pg8

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a global health emergency, triggering coordinated response and vaccine deployment.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Strengthening domestic energy security through decentralised bioenergy systems, Pg9

India eyes energy security by converting agricultural residue, food waste, and sewage sludge into commercially viable energy solutions.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

CAA applicants must declare passport status, surrender foreign passports: Ministry, Pg10

CAA applicants must declare passport status and surrender foreign passports, as per Home Ministry's amended citizenship rules.

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

India eyes trade pact with Oman amid turmoil, FTA starts June 1, Pg1

India-Oman FTA, effective June 1, aims to boost trade amid West Asia turmoil, offering alternative routes and zero-duty access.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

THE 3RD INDIA-NORDIC SUMMIT will be held in Oslo., Pg1

Oslo to host 3rd India-Nordic Summit, enhancing strategic ties with Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, and Norway.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Citizenship rule change: Declare, surrender Pak, Bangladesh and Afghan passports, Pg5

Centre amends Citizenship Rules, 2009, mandating declaration and surrender of passports from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh for citizenship applicants.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India, Norway elevate bilateral ties to Green Strategic Partnership, Pg7

India and Norway Forge 'Green Strategic Partnership' to Boost Cooperation in Clean Energy, Climate Resilience, and Digital Development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Registrar General of HC cannot suo motu initiate disciplinary action: SC, Pg8

Supreme Court quashes disciplinary action against Uttarakhand judicial officer, citing procedural lapses and abuse of power by Registrar General.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

How does Earth protect itself from the Sun? New mission to find out, Pg9

China and Europe collaborate on SMILE mission to capture X-ray images of Earth's magnetosphere, enhancing space weather forecasting capabilities.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: PolityGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS 1: Population and Associated Issues

In federalism challenges, consensus is the solution, Pg9

Authors highlight growing democratic deficit and fiscal transfer imbalances challenging Indian federalism, urging consensus-based solutions for nation-building amidst political divisiveness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

On Saranda forests, Jharkhand must heed SC, Pg10

Jharkhand government delays declaring Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary despite SC orders, risking ecological security and increasing human-animal conflict.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Behind Netherlands visit, a semiconductor push, Pg11

Modi's Netherlands visit strengthens semiconductor partnership amid US-China tech rivalry, boosting India's self-reliance and global chip ecosystem role.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

'Russian oil bought regardless of waiver, will keep importing', Pg13

India to continue Russian oil imports, prioritizing energy security and commercial viability, irrespective of US sanctions waivers.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 4: Right to Information and Transparency in GovernmentGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

CIC rules BCCI outside RTI ambit, Pg17

CIC overturns 2018 ruling, exempting BCCI from RTI Act, shielding the cricket board from transparency obligations.

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