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GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

President grants assent to rural jobs Bill; govt. lists four focus areas for works, Pg1

President approves VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA, increasing workdays to 125 amid criticism over structural changes and funding.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Superkilonova: double whammy, Pg2

Superkilonova discovery reveals potential new cosmic event involving neutron star mergers and supernova explosions, observed 1.3 billion lightyears away.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

Southern Ocean carbon ‘anomaly’ reveals what models can still miss, Pg2

Southern Ocean defies climate models by absorbing more CO2 due to increased freshwater stratification masking carbon-rich upwelling, but this may be temporary.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

​Beyond the optics, Pg6

Modi's three-nation tour strengthens ties, focuses on trade, and addresses geopolitical concerns amid evolving global dynamics.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Unlocking the potential of India-Africa economic ties, Pg6

India aims to double trade with Africa by 2030, focusing on removing trade barriers and boosting MSME access.

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

Lessons from China on tackling pollution, Pg7

China's pollution control strategy offers key lessons for India, emphasizing coherent policy, strict enforcement, and regional coordination.

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

Environment Minister reviews measures to address human-wildlife conflict, Pg10

NTCA reviews Project Cheetah expansion and human-wildlife conflict measures, emphasizing science-based management and community participation at Sundarbans Tiger Reserve.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Centre rejects mining push charge behind Aravali definition, Pg10

Centre defends new Aravali definition, assures 90% protection, refuting mining concerns amid SC-ordered freeze on new leases.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Elephant calf injured in Assam train collision dies; Centre seeks report, Pg10

Elephant calf dies after train collision in Assam; Union Environment Ministry seeks report and enhanced corridor safety measures.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

‘Nuclear energy Bill rushed in Parliament for Trump and Adani’, Pg11

Controversial SHANTI Bill, enabling private nuclear sector participation, faces Congress's criticism alleging favouritism towards Trump and Adani groups.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS 3: Space Technology

ISRO set to launch mobile broadband satellite, Pg12

ISRO's LVM3 M6 mission to launch BlueBird Block-2 satellite on December 24, enhancing global mobile broadband connectivity via AST SpaceMobile.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Speedy justice eludes consumers seeking redress against sellers, Pg12

Consumer courts face massive backlogs with 5.43 lakh cases pending, undermining 'speedy justice' promise despite statutory timelines.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Big donors to electoral trusts: Tata to Mahindra, OP Jindal to L&T and Megha, Pg3

Corporate giants funnel ₹3,811 crore to political parties via electoral trusts post electoral bond scheme cancellation, BJP gains lion's share.

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

President Murmu grants assent to VB-G RAM G Bill, Pg3

President approves VB-G RAM G Bill 2025, repealing MGNREGA, guaranteeing 125 days of wage employment with increased funding.

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

Facing flak, minister claims no relaxation for mining in Aravallis, Pg3

Environment Minister defends Aravalli mining definition amid criticism, assures protection of range through sustainable plans and strict regulations.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Indian mission in Chittagong puts visa operations on hold, Pg4

India expresses concerns over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; Bangladesh rejects India's comments on Delhi protest near its High Commission.

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

Nicobar tribal concerns on NCST table again, islands council flags 'unanswered concerns', Pg7

Nicobar tribal council raises concerns over mega-project's impact on tribal lands, forest rights, and lack of consultation with NCST.

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

Tiger conservation model must be science-based, says Minister, Pg7

Tiger census launched; Minister emphasizes science-based conservation, addresses human-wildlife conflict, and seeks report on Assam elephant deaths.

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

How transfusion safety gaps put thalassaemia patients at HIV risk, Pg10

Thalassemia patients face HIV risk due to blood transfusion safety gaps; National Blood Transfusion Bill, 2025 offers hope.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

In push for drug data exclusivity, pharma industry sees a bitter pill, Pg11

India reconsiders data exclusivity for pharmaceuticals, potentially impacting generic drug industry and access to affordable medicines post-patent expiry.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Curbing elephant deaths on tracks needs blend of infra, tech, Pg11

Rising train-elephant collisions prompt call for infrastructure upgrades, technology adoption, and habitat preservation to mitigate wildlife mortality.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

GDP is growing rapidly. Why isn't private capex?, Pg11

India's private capital expenditure stagnates despite rapid GDP growth, as companies prioritize debt reduction and financial investments over capacity expansion.

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 InterestsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

In West Asia, India's diplomacy has delivered dramatic gains, Pg12

Modi's diplomatic push transforms India's West Asia policy, securing trade deals, strategic partnerships, and regional influence since 2014.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

We saw the IndiGo meltdown. Now let's see the aviation sector's restructuring, Pg12

IndiGo meltdown exposes regulatory capture; calls for DGCA overhaul, financial penalties, and JPC probe into political donations for flouting safety norms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Poverty and Developmental Issues

Country No 1 on doping list must clean up, Pg12

India tops WADA's doping list for the third year with 260 positive cases, jeopardizing its 2036 Olympics bid.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

'Global AI models don't customise enough; India has a big opportunity', Pg15

Stanford Professor highlights India's AI customisation opportunity amidst global models, emphasizing data sovereignty and balanced copyright laws for innovation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Citizens Charters and Institutional Measures for TransparencyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

How proposed Securities Markets Code, 2025 seeks to strengthen SEBI power, Pg15

Securities Markets Code 2025 tabled, empowering SEBI, decriminalizing minor lapses, and consolidating market regulations for enhanced investor protection.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

New test detects Alzheimer's, Pg16

New Alzheimer's test tracks brain sugar usage via blood microvesicles, enabling earlier, non-invasive diagnosis and monitoring of the disease.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Natural compound halts leukemia, Pg16

Forskolin, a natural compound, halts leukemia cell growth and enhances chemotherapy effectiveness, offering safer AML treatments with fewer side effects.

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

AI tool stops a virus, Pg16

AI-driven research identifies key molecular switch in herpes virus, paving way for novel antiviral treatments by blocking virus's amino acid.

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