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GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

‘202 Indians hired for Russian armed forces’, Pg1

India addresses Rajya Sabha on 202 citizens recruited into Russian forces since 2022, with 26 reported fatalities.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India signs trade pact with Oman for duty-free exports, Pg1

India and Oman ink CEPA, Oman to provide duty-free access to 98.08% of tariff lines.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

RS gives nod to SHANTI Bill on nuclear sector, Pg1

Rajya Sabha passes SHANTI Bill, aiming to boost India's nuclear energy sector; proposal for Select Committee rejected.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Cutting off a rural lifeline and the Directive Principles, Pg8

Government's Bill to replace MGNREGA faces criticism for undermining the right to work and federalism, impacting rural poor.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

A bold step amid an ambitious nuclear energy target, Pg8

India targets 100 GW nuclear capacity by mid-century with SHANTI Bill 2025, streamlining regulations and promoting indigenous technology.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

​Temporary relief, Pg8

Indian exports surge despite US tariffs, but MSMEs face distress; import decline signals demand slackening, warranting government intervention.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Is the Artificial Intelligence boom a bubble?, Pg9

Experts debate if AI's explosive growth mirrors the dot-com bubble, balancing technological promise with market expectations and potential systemic risks.

GS 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

Additional vessels in Russia’s shadow fleet targeted by the EU, Pg10

EU sanctions 41 additional vessels linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet,' escalating economic pressure and maritime restrictions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: IT and Computers

Inside the DHRUV64 microprocessor, Pg10

India unveils DHRUV64 microprocessor to boost indigenous tech, aiming for self-reliance in electronics and industrial automation sectors.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

Rajya Sabha passes Bill to allow private firms in nuclear sector, Pg13

Rajya Sabha passes SHANTI Bill enabling private sector participation in nuclear energy amid opposition concerns over safety and privatization.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health SectorGS 1: Population and Associated Issues

‘900 million people will have diabetes by 2050, strong steps needed to slow progression’, Pg14

Diabetes cases to surge to 900 million by 2050 globally; India and China to remain hotspots.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: LiteratureGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Sahitya Akademi cancels awards announcement, Pg14

Culture Ministry halts Sahitya Akademi awards announcement citing MoU on award restructuring, raising concerns over autonomy and government oversight.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Health SectorGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Why intimate partner violence is an under-recognised public health crisis, PgII

Lancet study reveals intimate partner violence as major health risk for women in South Asia, demanding healthcare reforms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Education SectorGS 2: Health Sector

Visibility and inclusion: advancing the case of children with disabilities, PgII

UNICEF report reveals disparities in rights and services for 108 million children with disabilities in Asia-Pacific, highlighting critical data gaps.

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

Looking to expand market access, India inks free trade pact with Oman, Pg1

India and Oman sign CEPA, boosting trade ties and offering zero-duty access on 98% of tariff lines.

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

How to separate BS VI-compliant private vehicles from the older ones, Pg4

Delhi enforces BS VI norms: Non-compliant vehicles face fines, stricter pollution checks, and entry bans to combat rising air pollution.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Parliament approves Nuclear Bill; SOP puts safety first, says MoS, Pg5

Parliament approves SHANTI Bill 2025, opening nuclear power to private sector with safety SOPs and graded liability framework.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

G RAM G Bill clears both Houses, Pg5

Parliament passes VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, repealing MGNREGA, increasing employment days to 125, and altering Centre-State funding ratio to 60:40.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Set up unit to counter anti-India narratives: House panel to MEA, Pg5

Parliamentary panel urges MEA to establish unit countering anti-India narratives amid Bangladesh concerns and China's growing influence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

Karnataka House passes anti-hate speech Bill, Pg7

Karnataka passes anti-hate speech bill with jail term of 1-7 years and fine of ₹5,000-₹1 lakh.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 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

Domestic market stagnant, Japan's mega banks set sights on India, Pg9

Japanese mega-banks aggressively invest in India's financial sector, seeking higher growth amid stagnant domestic market and demographic challenges.

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

India-Russia logistics agreement, with eye on Arctic, Indo-Pacific, Pg9

India and Russia formalize military logistics agreement (RELOS) enhancing operational reach in Arctic and Indo-Pacific regions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

AI start-ups need copyright backing, Pg11

AI copyright proposal threatens Indian start-ups with licensing costs and compliance burdens, potentially stifling innovation and driving businesses abroad.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

IndiGo under antitrust watchdog CCI's scanner after operational disruptions, Pg13

CCI investigates IndiGo for potential abuse of dominant market position after widespread flight cancellations impacted thousands of passengers nationwide.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Citizens Charters and Institutional Measures for TransparencyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

New Bill pushes for larger SEBI board, stricter conflict of interest safeguards, Pg13

Securities Markets Code 2025 tabled, aims to strengthen SEBI board, enhance investor protection, and decriminalize securities laws.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Granting new, streamlined rare earth export licences: China, Pg13

China streamlines rare earth exports by granting general licenses to exporters, potentially impacting global supply chains and trade relations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India's first fully indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel launched, Pg14

India unveils its first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell passenger vessel, a leap towards green maritime transport and cleaner waterways rejuvenation.

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