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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: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

​A piece of board, Pg10

India hesitates on joining Trump's 'Board of Peace' amid concerns over Gaza proposal's altered structure and mandate.

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

Welcome deescalation, Pg10

Trump softens Greenland stance amidst global unease over weaponized economic integration and eroding international order, raising concerns for middle powers.

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

A dangerous march towards a Himalayan ecocide, Pg10

Uttarakhand approves felling 7,000 Devdar trees for Char Dham road project despite ecological warnings and disaster risks.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

BRICS India summit needs a green and resilient agenda, Pg10

India's BRICS summit focus on green resilience agenda to counter climate change scepticism and promote Global South interests.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Does Trump’s Greenland plan signal the end of NATO?, Pg11

Trump's Greenland pursuit strains NATO alliance amid Arctic power plays, resource competition, and shifting U.S. foreign policy under 'America First' unilateralism.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

The limits of household stability, Pg12

RBI flags rising household debt; Indians borrowing more to maintain consumption amid uneven income growth, posing economic risks.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Questionnaire for first phase of Census notified, Pg14

Census 2027: 33 questions notified for first phase focusing on housing, household amenities, and digital data collection.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Health Sector

167 drug samples flagged for quality lapses in December, Pg16

CDSCO identifies 167 substandard drug samples in December, raising concerns over quality control in pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution.

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

DRDO missile to feature at Republic Day parade, Pg16

DRDO's Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) to be showcased at Republic Day parade, highlighting indigenous defence capabilities.

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

India, EU to ink new pact on defence and security, says Kallas, Pg18

India and EU to strengthen ties with new defence and security partnership focusing on maritime and cyber security.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Is Asia-Pacific on track towards elimination of Malaria by 2030?, PgII

Asia-Pacific faces challenges in malaria elimination by 2030 due to drug resistance and funding shortfalls despite regional progress.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

As Trump unveils his Board of Peace, Delhi waits, watches, Pg1

India cautiously assesses Trump's 'Board of Peace' initiative amid concerns over legitimacy, UN framework, and potential geopolitical implications.

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

Sports alarm bells: Toxic outdoors, no weather-proof indoors, IOC takes note, Pg1

Toxic air and extreme heat jeopardize Indian athletes' training, raising concerns for 2036 Olympics bid and performance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Public Distribution System

Cabinet nod to new food security policy, Pg3

Delhi's new 'Food Security Rules, 2025' targets fair PDS via district committees, prioritising the neediest and weeding out ineligibles.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Population and Associated Issues

Usage of LPG, smartphones among details to be sought during census, Pg6

RGI notifies 33 items for Census 2027, including LPG/PNG usage, smartphone access, and housing materials, enhancing data-driven governance.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

ECI launches new app, CEC offers other countries help to develop similar platform, Pg6

ECI launches ECINet app integrating 40+ voter and election official tools; offers platform development assistance to other nations.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

To have a say, India must be on board, Pg11

Trump invites Modi to Gaza Peace Board amidst geopolitical complexities, testing India's foreign policy and commitment to regional stability.

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

Data protection: Shorter timeline likely for Big Tech compliance, Pg13

MeitY considers shortening Big Tech's compliance timeline for India's Data Protection Act to 12 months amid industry concerns.

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

If firms can't sell, invest in US, then there's UK: India biggest priority for Britain, Pg13

UK prioritizes India for trade in South Asia, anticipates £25.5 billion boost from ratified CETA, amidst US tariff concerns.

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

Draft NEP 2026 bets big on nuclear, tariff tweaks and cross-subsidy rules, Pg13

Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 prioritizes nuclear energy, automatic tariff revisions, and cross-subsidy exemptions to boost power sector.

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