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GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Nothing wrong in caste count: SC; rejects plea against move, Pg1

Supreme Court upholds government's right to conduct caste enumeration in Census 2027, dismissing concerns about misuse of data.

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

India, Italy seal defence pact, boost ties to ‘special strategic partnership’, Pg1

India and Italy elevate relations to 'Special Strategic Partnership' focusing on defence, trade, and Indo-Pacific cooperation amidst global conflicts.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Sperm whale ‘clicks’ have complex patterns similar to human speech, Pg2

Sperm whale 'clicks' exhibit complex patterns akin to human speech, reveals new study on acoustic structure and communication.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

The bail rule, Pg8

Supreme Court reaffirms bail as the rule, even under UAPA, disapproving stringent interpretations hindering personal liberty and speedy trial.

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

Preparing India for a credible digital Census, Pg8

India gears up for digital 2027 Census amidst challenges of caste enumeration, NRI inclusion, and data accuracy.

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

Boosting climate action in Tamil Nadu, Pg9

Tamil Nadu accelerates climate action with ₹3,000 crore climate budget, renewable energy targets, and EV infrastructure by 2031.

GS 1: World HistoryPrelimsGS 1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization

Reform of Afghan coinage, Pg9

Afghanistan reforms coinage, adopts metric system; 'Afghani' replaces 'Kabuli' with slightly higher value, divided into 100 'Pals'.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

No new hydel projects can come up in upper Ganga, govt. tells SC, Pg12

Government halts new hydropower projects in upper Ganga region, citing ecological fragility and disaster risks after expert committee recommendations.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Marco Rubio to begin India visit on May 23; discuss trade, energy, Pg13

U.S. Secretary Rubio's India visit focuses on bolstering trade, energy security, and defense cooperation amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.

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

‘No double standard, we condemn all nations that violate international law’, Pg13

Norway seeks stronger ties with India amid global shifts, advocating diversified partnerships and condemning violations of international law by all nations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rules for new rural employment scheme to be issued soon, Pg14

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) rules to be released soon; smart job cards with face recognition to be issued.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

13-nation military exercise commences in Meghalaya, Pg14

India hosts 13-nation military exercise 'PRAGATI 2026' in Meghalaya, fostering military cooperation and interoperability among participating nations.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Taiwan condemns campaign against Indian workers, says committed to hire more, Pg2

Taiwan condemns anti-India worker campaign amid labor shortages, reaffirms commitment to hiring more Indian workers despite local opposition and prejudiced stances.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Architecture

India-Italy joint statement: Focus on terror, tech & unblocking of Hormuz, Pg5

India and Italy strengthen ties focusing on counter-terrorism, tech innovation, maritime security, and critical mineral supply chains.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Dark Patterns And Consumer Protection In E-Commerce, Pg6

CCPA cracks down on deceptive 'dark patterns' in e-commerce, enforcing consumer protection act and transparency guidelines for fair digital transactions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 4: Corporate GovernanceGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Current International Perspectives and Trends on AI Accountability (The International AI Accountability Forum 2026 Theme Global Architecture of AI Accountability: Evolving Regulatory and Liability Framework), Pg6

Global AI accountability architecture reshapes international law; EU shifts to stricter liability standards by 2026, impacting developers.

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

Boost to India-South Korea defence cooperation as Rajnath visits Seoul, Pg9

India and South Korea strengthen defence ties, focusing on joint production, innovation, and Indo-Pacific security, during Rajnath Singh's Seoul visit.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Our highway policy needs a green reset, Pg12

Highway Farm Forestry (HFF) proposed to mitigate pollution, boost rural income, and promote ecological balance along India's expanding highways.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India's high-speed rail dreams taking shape in this nondescript Adivasi village, Pg15

India's ambitious bullet train project gains momentum in Palghar, Maharashtra, with advanced girder manufacturing, targeting Surat-Billimora completion by August 2027.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI plans $5 bn dollar-rupee swap auction, Pg15

RBI announces $5 billion dollar-rupee buy/sell swap auction to inject liquidity amid rupee depreciation below 96 against dollar.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rising night-time heat an urgent health hazard, Pg17

India faces rising night-time temperatures, posing severe health risks, especially for low-income urban residents lacking cooling solutions.

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