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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.

No Iran talks planned, says Trump; Tehran fired missiles at us: UAE, Pg2

Trump denies Iran talks amidst escalating Gulf tensions; UAE reports missile attacks, Strait of Hormuz remains contested, impacting global oil prices.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

How India's new nuclear rules could favour old nuclear energy partner Russia, Pg4

India's new nuclear rules, mandating foreign tech certification and operational status, could significantly favor Russia's advanced SMRs and conventional reactors.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI move to end FCNR(B) scheme a 'prudent' step, say bankers, Pg6

RBI prematurely closes FCNR(B) swap facility after banks raise $52.3 billion, citing 'prudent' liability management.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Amid E20 Row, First Talks Underway On Feasibility Of An E10 Option As Well, Pg7

Amid E20 fuel row, government explores offering E10 petrol option for older vehicles, addressing mileage and engine damage concerns.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS3: Economics of Animal RearingGS3: Food Processing and Related Industries

$5-Bn Success Story, And Growing: Buffalo Meat Exports Surge, Pg7

India's buffalo meat exports soar to $5.1 billion, becoming the top agricultural export, driven by quality and government policy, significantly aiding dairy farmers.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

A Changing Asia Demands More From Delhi And Tokyo, Together, Pg15

India and Japan urged to deepen defense cooperation amidst China's rise and US policy shifts, as Tokyo adopts vigorous security posture in Indo-Pacific.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

On Minerals And Mines, Strike Federal Balance, Pg15

Parliament passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026, restricting states' mineral levy powers, sparking fiscal federalism debate and revenue concerns for mineral-rich states.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS3: IT and Computers

To Build AI For All, Bring In More Women, Pg16

Despite high STEM graduates, women's low representation in AI leads to biased systems, demanding inclusive development for 'AI for all' via India AI Mission.

GS 2: PolityGS 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: Education Sector

Ready to drop FIRs against student protesters, says SC, Pg1

Supreme Court agrees to quash FIRs against peaceful NEET-UG student protesters using Article 142, distinguishing them from criminals.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

Bihar’s alcohol ban has been a success for social wellness, data show, Pg II

New data-driven report challenges claims against Bihar's alcohol ban, highlighting significant reductions in violence against women and improved public health outcomes.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Employment Guarantee Has Slipped Into Limbo, Pg6

India's new VB-G RAM G employment guarantee scheme faces severe crisis, witnessing over 40% decline in rural job creation amid chaotic transition from MGNREGA.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Time To Push Back, Pg6

US report accuses India of enabling Chinese tariff evasion, threatening punitive action and challenging India's 'Make in India' initiative amidst past concessions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Education SectorGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: IT and Computers

Education Must Change to Account for AI, Pg7

AI's rapid transformation of work demands fundamental education reform, emphasizing adaptive learning and practical experience to prepare students for an unpredictable future.

GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS4: Accountability and Ethical GovernanceGS4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

PM CARES donations have dropped, and utilisation is abysmal, Pg7

PM-CARES Fund faces scrutiny as donations drop and utilization remains abysmal, raising transparency concerns over delayed financial statements and unexplained refunds.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Investment Models

What drives corporate investment?, Pg8

India's corporate investment has seen a prolonged decline since 2016, driven by policy shocks and credit constraints, necessitating government stimulus to boost profitability.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelimsGS1: Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and IssuesGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other CountriesGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

A secular republic’s sacrilege problem: the legal price of criticising holy writ in India, Pg9

Punjab's stringent sacrilege law, imposing life imprisonment for religious criticism, sparks debate on India's secularism, free speech, and colonial legal legacy.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

BRICS calls EU’s carbon tax ‘punitive, unilateral’, Pg12

BRICS nations strongly oppose EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) as punitive, demanding increased adaptation finance for developing countries.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Aatmanirbhar Bharat: DDP Notifies 6th Positive Indigenisation List of 405 Strategically Important Items

Defence Ministry releases 6th Positive Indigenisation List of 405 critical items, boosting Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence manufacturing with Rs 3,070 crore potential.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: 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.

MMDR Amendment Act, 2026

MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 standardizes mineral taxation, boosting mining viability, energy security, and state revenues, fostering a predictable investment climate.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS3: Food Processing and Related Industries

India’s Coconut Sector

India leads global coconut production, boosting rural livelihoods, exports, and value addition through government schemes and the Coconut Development Board.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Signed, Sealed and Exporting

India's expanding Free Trade Agreement network boosts exports, with significant growth in FTA markets like UAE and Australia, supported by government initiatives.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting

BRICS Environment Ministers unveil four knowledge compendiums on sustainable lifestyles, wildfire management, greening approaches, and circular economy practices.

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