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GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Apex court allows CAQM to take ‘proactive’ steps to keep air pollution in check in Delhi, Pg1

Supreme Court empowers CAQM to proactively combat Delhi's air pollution crisis, considering stricter GRAP measures and school sports impact.

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

India’s Russian oil cuts predate U.S. tariffs: data, Pg1

India strategically reduces Russian oil dependence amid US tariffs, diversifying imports from US and UAE, reveals government data analysis.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

SC strikes down provisions of Tribunal Reforms Act, tells govt. to set up panel, Pg1

Supreme Court quashes Tribunal Reforms Act 2021, citing violation of judicial independence and directs Centre to establish National Tribunal Commission.

GS 2: PolityGS 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

Reset with Riyadh, Pg6

US-Saudi relations reset as MBS visits White House amidst Khashoggi controversy and evolving Abraham Accords dynamics.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Environmental Impact AssessmentGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Breaking the rules, Pg6

Supreme Court allows post-facto environmental clearances in certain cases, reigniting debate on environmental regulations and project regularisation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 1: Poverty and Developmental Issues

Recognise the critical role of the childcare worker, Pg6

UN recognizes childcare's critical role; India's ICDS faces challenges of underpaid workers, climate impact, and urbanization affecting vulnerable children.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Redefining the narrative of TB eradication worldwide, Pg6

India's TB eradication efforts gain global recognition as point-of-care diagnostics revolutionize treatment accessibility, earning prestigious Kochon Prize and redefining global strategies.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Hidden cost of polluted groundwater, Pg7

Alarming groundwater contamination costing India $80 billion annually, disproportionately impacting poor, agriculture, and export competitiveness, demanding urgent action.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

The threat of digital tradecraft in terrorism, Pg8

Red Fort blast investigation reveals terrorists using encrypted apps, dead-drop emails, and VPNs to evade surveillance.

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

SC declines quota for promotee judges in HJS, Pg10

Supreme Court rejects quota for promotee judges in Higher Judicial Service, emphasizes merit-cum-seniority for promotions, and issues guidelines for district judge appointments.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC advisory today on Presidential Reference on Governors’ timelines, Pg11

Supreme Court to advise on Presidential Reference regarding Governors' powers and timelines for assenting to State Bills, challenging court's authority.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Uniform organ transplant policy needed, says top court, Pg12

Supreme Court advocates for uniform organ transplant policy, addressing disparities in access and post-operative care for donors nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations

Press bodies question data protection Act and its rules, Pg12

News bodies raise concerns over Digital Personal Data Protection Act, citing threats to journalistic freedom and Right to Information.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

NCDC flags study on rising antibiotic resistance in India, Pg12

NCDC challenges Lancet study's alarming claims on multi-drug resistance post-ERCP, emphasizing colonisation versus infection, and limited generalizability across India.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 3: Space Technology

ISRO tests bootstrap mode start on CE20 cryogenic engine, Pg12

ISRO achieves breakthrough with successful bootstrap mode start test on CE20 cryogenic engine, enhancing LVM3 mission flexibility.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

SC invalidates Tribunal Reforms provisions, says Govt brought back clauses removed earlier, Pg1

Supreme Court quashes Tribunal Reforms Act provisions, citing violation of separation of powers and judicial independence, reaffirming constitutional supremacy.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 3: Biotechnology

Now, desi gene editing technology to aid cheaper, commercial GE crop breeding, Pg3

Indian scientists develop indigenous TnpB gene editing technology, offering cheaper alternative to CRISPR-Cas for commercial GE crop breeding.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

At half-way mark, as BLOs struggle against deadline, 16% forms digitised, Pg3

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision faces challenges as digitisation lags, BLOs struggle with deadlines, and suicides raise concerns about work pressure.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

SC slams Sebi for 'double standards' in Indiabulls probe, Pg4

Supreme Court criticizes SEBI's 'double standards' in Indiabulls probe, questions CBI's 'cool attitude' towards alleged financial irregularities and fund siphoning.

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

SC, HC concern over kids' health; pollution watchdog halts Nov-Dec NCR sports events, Pg6

Supreme Court directs pollution watchdog to reschedule sports events in Delhi-NCR amid hazardous air quality, prioritizing children's health.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Economics of Animal RearingGS 3: Food Processing and Related Industries

NCDC disbursed Rs 95,200 cr in FY25 to coop societies: Shah, Pg7

NCDC disbursed ₹95,200 crore to cooperative societies in FY25, supporting initiatives like 'Bharat Taxi' and boosting rural economy.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Pressure mounts for global roadmap to phase out fossil fuels, Pg8

COP30 witnesses pressure for fossil fuel phase-out roadmap amidst debates on climate finance and trade barriers like CBAM.

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

PM to attend G20 Summit in South Africa tomorrow, Pg8

PM Modi to attend 20th G20 Summit in South Africa, emphasizing India's agenda and holding key bilateral meetings.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Experts red-flag ultra-processed foods retail surge, Pg9

Ultra-processed food sales surge 40-fold in India, fueling obesity and diabetes, raising concerns among health experts.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Green exception should not be the rule, Pg11

Supreme Court reconsiders legality of post-facto environmental clearances, raising concerns over ecological security versus developmental needs and policy implications.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Global South is redefining credible climate action. COP30 must acknowledge this, Pg12

Global South demands equitable climate action at COP30, emphasizing finance, adaptation, and local stewardship for effective solutions.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

China ran disinformation campaign against Rafale after Op Sindoor: US report, Pg14

US report reveals China's disinformation campaign against Rafale sales post-Op Sindoor, promoting J-35s using AI-generated fake images.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 1: Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization

Home in hills: Created for resources, representation, has left parent state behind in many key metrics, Pg21

Uttarakhand's 25-year journey: Identity secured, but migration, education, and healthcare challenges persist despite resource advantages over Uttar Pradesh.

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 DESIGNATES SAUDI ARABIA AS MAJOR NON-NATO ALLY, Pg20

US designates Saudi Arabia as major non-NATO ally amidst Khashoggi controversy, deepening strategic and economic ties despite human rights concerns.

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

New rates, old challenges: Can royalty tweaks fix bottlenecks in India's critical minerals sector?, Pg22

India revises royalty rates for graphite, caesium, rubidium, zirconium to boost domestic exploration and reduce import dependency.

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