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GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC refers UAPA bail curbs question to larger Bench, Pg1

Supreme Court refers UAPA bail restrictions question to larger bench amid concerns over prolonged incarceration versus national security interests.

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

Step up Ebola surveillance: Centre to States, Pg1

Centre alerts States, UTs to enhance Ebola surveillance following WHO's 'Public Health Emergency' declaration in Congo and Uganda.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

​Alarm bells, Pg6

India's core sector growth slows to 1.7% in April 2026, signaling systemic economic issues amid energy crisis.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

​Home and abroad, Pg6

Modi's Europe and UAE tour strengthens ties amid global concerns, focusing on trade, energy, and strategic partnerships.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Cyber warfare is outpacing global legal accountability, Pg6

Cyber warfare escalates amidst legal accountability vacuum; India's digital reliance necessitates global cyber norm leadership for accountability and resilience.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: PolityGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS 1: Post Independence Consolidation and Reorganization

Centre promised more legislative powers for Ladakh, says delegation, Pg9

Centre proposes legislative powers for Ladakh within UT framework, considering Article 371 safeguards after talks with civil society.

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, Cyprus elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership; ink pact for defence cooperation, Pg9

India and Cyprus elevate ties to strategic partnership, boosting defence cooperation and IMEEC amid geopolitical shifts in the Eastern Mediterranean.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Jaishankar to host Quad Ministers’ meet on May 26; discuss ‘free Indo-Pacific’, Pg9

Jaishankar to host Quad meet focusing on Indo-Pacific, Iran tensions, and critical mineral initiatives amidst evolving geopolitical landscape.

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

India successfully test-fires Agni-1 ballistic missile, Pg10

India's Agni-1 ballistic missile test-fired successfully from Odisha, validating operational parameters and bolstering strategic deterrence capabilities of armed forces.

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

Govt. restricts Pregabalin sale after reports of drug abuse, Pg10

Government restricts Pregabalin sales under Schedule H1 due to rising drug abuse for sedative and euphoric effects.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 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

Rubio meets PM today, will also attend Quad huddle on May 26, Pg3

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's India visit focuses on Quad meet, energy security, trade, and defense cooperation.

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

Rs 2.86 lakh cr: RBI clears record surplus transfer to Centre, Pg3

RBI approves record Rs 2.86 lakh crore surplus transfer to Centre, boosting government finances amid fiscal challenges.

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

RBI's surplus transfer, Pg4

RBI's record surplus transfer of ₹44,862 crore to government boosts fiscal space amid geopolitical tensions and infrastructure needs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

VB-G RAM G: States to get funds based on finance panel model, Pg8

Centre to allocate VB-G RAM G funds using 16th Finance Commission's formula, shifting from MGNREGA's funding model.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

Centre asks district collectors to regularly review JJM works, address gaps, Pg8

Centre directs district collectors to review Jal Jeevan Mission, address service delivery gaps, and ensure community ownership for sustained drinking water.

GS 2: PolityGS 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 Interests

India, Cyprus upgrade bilateral ties to Strategic Partnership, Pg9

India and Cyprus elevate ties to Strategic Partnership, sign six pacts focusing on defence, counter-terrorism, and economic cooperation.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

SC: Should those who moved up due to reservation continue to avail it?, Pg11

Supreme Court questions continued reservation benefits for affluent, socially mobile individuals; examines creamy layer exclusion criteria and sub-classification within Scheduled Castes.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Together & apart, animals in human world, Pg12

Study reveals wildlife's diverse responses to human presence using GPS tracking, impacting conservation strategies and challenging simplistic narratives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

For Ebola, spillover risk doesn't equal a pandemic, Pg14

WHO raises alarm over Ebola outbreak; Union Health Ministry issues screening norms for travelers from affected regions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Economics of Animal Rearing

How new Odisha Bill aims to boost sustainable marine fishing, Pg14

Odisha's new marine fishing bill, 2026 aims to boost seafood exports to ₹25,000 crore by 2036 through sustainable practices.

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

Why rising govt bond yields are bad news for people and businesses, Pg14

Global government bond yields surge to crisis-era highs, impacting borrowing costs for individuals, businesses, and government finances.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Robotics and NanotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Why India is becoming 'egocentric' data hotspot, Pg18

India emerges as 'egocentric' data hub fueling AI robotics, raising worker exploitation and automation concerns globally.

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

FY26 gross FDI at record $95 bn, but net inflows only $7.7 bn: RBI data, Pg18

India's gross FDI hits record $94.53 billion in FY26, but net inflows remain low at $7.65 billion due to repatriations.

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