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GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: E Governance

Fiscal health of states under strain as public debt trebles in 10 years, Pg 1.

CAG report reveals states' public debt trebled in 10 years, reaching ₹59.60 lakh crore by 2022-23.

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

US trade deal, Pg 1.

US-India trade negotiations resume amid tariff pressures and Russian oil purchases, aiming for mutually beneficial agreement after stalled progress.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Pak Defence Minister's bombshell: If need be, our n-programme can be given to the Saudis, Pg 1.

Pakistan offers nuclear assistance to Saudi Arabia under new defense pact amid rising Middle East tensions and evolving India relations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

AI-based audit detected fraudulent cases in states' beneficiary schemes, says CAG, Pg 7.

CAG uses AI/ML to detect widespread fraud in state beneficiary schemes, saving significant financial resources through forensic audits.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

EC delists 474 registered unrecognised parties over poll no-show, Pg 8.

Election Commission delists 474 more unrecognised parties for not contesting elections in six years, totaling 808 parties delisted.

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

Checking impact on India, says MEA after US revokes Chabahar sanctions waiver, Pg 9.

US revokes Chabahar port sanctions waiver, impacting India's access to Afghanistan and Central Asia; MEA assesses implications.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Canada NSA, minister, who fuelled India row under Trudeau, hold talks in Delhi, Pg 8.

Canada's NSA and minister visit India to mend strained ties after Khalistan controversy and allegations against Amit Shah.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Soon, budding content creators can pitch to buyers via online viewing rooms, Pg 11.

I&B ministry's WAVES Bazaar to launch online pitching and viewing rooms using AI for content creators by January 2025.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

A document past its time, Pg 14.

Indus Water Treaty faces climate change and political challenges, needs data sharing framework for effective water management between India, Pakistan.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Process for transfer of securities to legal heir simplified: Sebi, Pg 17.

SEBI streamlines securities transfer to legal heirs, introducing 'TLH' code to avoid wrongful capital gains tax assessment.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Russia offers to localise large, small nuclear power plants in India, Pg 17.

Russia proposes localizing large and small nuclear power plants in India, expanding Indo-Russian civil nuclear energy cooperation post Kudankulam project.

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

'New GST rates may not burden govt', Pg 17.

GST rationalization to two-rate structure unlikely to burden government fiscally despite estimated ₹48,000 crore short-term loss: Crisil report.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

US casts 6th UN veto against Gaza ceasefire, Israel expands offensive, Pg 18.

US vetoes UN resolution for Gaza ceasefire as Israel intensifies offensive, displacing hundreds of thousands in Gaza City.

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

With China exerting its power, race to make rare earth magnets elsewhere begins, Pg 18.

Global race intensifies to break China's rare earth magnet dominance amid geopolitical tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities, impacting industries worldwide.

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 InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Saudi-Pak deal & India, Pg 20.

Saudi-Pak defense pact raises concerns for India amidst evolving Middle East dynamics and strategic realignments, impacting regional stability.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Aland voter deletion: How names can be removed from rolls, Pg 20.

Rahul Gandhi alleges voter deletion attempts in Karnataka; ECI's process, legal provisions, and online system gaps examined for electoral roll integrity.

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

'Extra 25% tariff continuing into next FY will be challenging for employment and growth', Pg 22.

Economist warns of GDP and job losses if 25% tariff continues, emphasizes domestic growth levers and strategic trade relations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC okays AIFF constitution, directs promotion and relegation in top division, Pg 26.

Supreme Court approves AIFF constitution mandating promotion/relegation and player representation, setting stage for reforms in Indian football governance.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

US, UK, France put on hold Pak bid to designate Baloch group as terrorists (Need more information on links to Al Qaeda, ISIL, say permanent members)

US, UK, and France block Pakistan's UN bid to designate Balochistan Liberation Army as a terrorist group.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A climate-health vision with lessons from India, Pg10

India's welfare programs offer insights for integrated climate-health action, emphasizing intersectoral policies and community engagement for global climate governance.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Shifting sands, Pg10

Saudi-Pakistan mutual defense pact reshapes West Asia security amid shifting U.S. focus and rising regional tensions.

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

The Saudi-Pakistan pact is a dodgy insurance policy, Pg10

Saudi-Pakistan sign Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement amidst regional tensions, raising questions on its impact and implications for India's strategic interests.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Turmoil, tragedy, and tenacity in Nepal, Pg11

Youth-led protests in Nepal against corruption and misgovernance led to political turmoil and imposition of interim government.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

UAPA tribunals uphold ban on J&K Ittihadul Muslimeen, Awami Action Committee, Pg12

UAPA tribunals validate ban on J&K's AAC and JKIM for secessionist activities, posing threats to India's integrity and security.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

As India and Canada reset ties, NSAs hold talks on security cooperation, Pg12

India and Canada resume security talks after Nijjar killing allegations, focusing on counter-terror cooperation and extradition requests.

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

SC directs AIFF to adopt its draft constitution, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates AIFF to adopt draft constitution within four weeks, current committee to serve full term until 2026.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

After Operation Sindoor, terror groups shift base, Pg14

Post Operation Sindoor, Pakistan shifts terror groups to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with state support, intelligence report reveals.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Coast Guard ship Adamya commissioned at Paradip Port, Pg14

Coast Guard commissions 'Adamya', a 51-meter fast patrol vessel with 60% indigenous tech, enhancing maritime security under 'Make in India'.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

‘Trump declines to approve military aid package for Taiwan’, Pg16

Trump halts $400M Taiwan military aid amid China trade talks, diverging from Biden's support for the island's defense.

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

EU proposes new Russia sanctions, Indian entities likely to be part of list, Pg16

EU proposes 19th Russia sanctions package, potentially impacting Indian entities amid ongoing trade and geopolitical pressures.

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