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GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UNESCO adds West Bank site, Lebanese castles to Heritage List, Pg2

UNESCO designates West Bank's Sebastia and Lebanese castles as World Heritage, citing West Asia conflicts, despite Israel's strong objections.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UNESCO adds West Bank site, Lebanese castles to Heritage List, Pg2

UNESCO designates West Bank's Sebastia and Lebanese castles as World Heritage, citing West Asia conflicts, despite Israel's strong objections.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Drones target US bases in Iraq as tensions escalates, Pg2

Middle East conflict intensifies as drones strike US bases in Iraq, Iran targets Strait of Hormuz, threatening global oil supplies and economic stability.

Drones target US bases in Iraq as tensions escalates, Pg2

Middle East conflict intensifies as drones strike US bases in Iraq, Iran targets Strait of Hormuz, threatening global oil supplies and economic stability.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities over Russia sanctions, Pg2

China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities, including Tatra Trucks, for dual-use items, retaliating against EU sanctions over Russia's war in Ukraine.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities over Russia sanctions, Pg2

China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities, including Tatra Trucks, for dual-use items, retaliating against EU sanctions over Russia's war in Ukraine.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India attracts 10% US tariff, lower rate after policy shift, Pg3

US imposes 10% tariffs on India under Section 301 over forced labor, impacting trade dynamics and global supply chains amidst policy shifts.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India attracts 10% US tariff, lower rate after policy shift, Pg3

US imposes 10% tariffs on India under Section 301 over forced labor, impacting trade dynamics and global supply chains amidst policy shifts.

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

Jail up to 10 years, Rs 10-cr fine for exam leak: Nod for tough new law, Pg3

Union Cabinet approves stringent anti-exam leak law with 10-year jail, Rs 10 crore fine; Delhi Police forms STF.

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

Jail up to 10 years, Rs 10-cr fine for exam leak: Nod for tough new law, Pg3

Union Cabinet approves stringent anti-exam leak law with 10-year jail, Rs 10 crore fine; Delhi Police forms STF.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

Supreme Court issues interim order banning unapproved social media sharing of courtroom proceedings, citing misuse and undermining public trust, while exempting news reporting.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

SC bars court hearing clips on social media without approval, Pg3

Supreme Court issues interim order banning unapproved social media sharing of courtroom proceedings, citing misuse and undermining public trust, while exempting news reporting.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Bill criminalising insult to Vande Mataram introduced in House, Pg7

Rajya Sabha introduces Bill criminalizing Vande Mataram insults with five-year jail, sparking Opposition debate.

Bill criminalising insult to Vande Mataram introduced in House, Pg7

Rajya Sabha introduces Bill criminalizing Vande Mataram insults with five-year jail, sparking Opposition debate.

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

With bipartisan support, how House passed 2024 anti-paper leak Act, Pg8

Parliament enacts Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024, imposing 10-year jail for organized paper leaks, addressing exam integrity crisis.

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

With bipartisan support, how House passed 2024 anti-paper leak Act, Pg8

Parliament enacts Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024, imposing 10-year jail for organized paper leaks, addressing exam integrity crisis.

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

Will monitor NEET overhaul steps, take those extra miles: SC, Pg8

Supreme Court pledges rigorous oversight of NEET reforms, pushing for institutional overhaul and data security amidst paper leak concerns.

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

Will monitor NEET overhaul steps, take those extra miles: SC, Pg8

Supreme Court pledges rigorous oversight of NEET reforms, pushing for institutional overhaul and data security amidst paper leak concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Commercial vessel attacked in Black Sea, Indian killed, Pg9

Indian seafarer killed in Black Sea vessel attack; India condemns targeting commercial shipping, urges upholding international maritime obligations.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Commercial vessel attacked in Black Sea, Indian killed, Pg9

Indian seafarer killed in Black Sea vessel attack; India condemns targeting commercial shipping, urges upholding international maritime obligations.

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

Trump's Saudi nuclear gambit marks a shift, Pg13

US-Saudi civil nuclear pact ignites Middle East geopolitical shift, raising proliferation fears and linking to Israel recognition for regional stability.

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

Trump's Saudi nuclear gambit marks a shift, Pg13

US-Saudi civil nuclear pact ignites Middle East geopolitical shift, raising proliferation fears and linking to Israel recognition for regional stability.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Trump's tariff mania is inextricable from his politics, Pg13

Trump's tariff mania, lacking economic rationale, shifts legal basis, imposing domestic taxes on US consumers while failing to curb trade deficits.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Trump's tariff mania is inextricable from his politics, Pg13

Trump's tariff mania, lacking economic rationale, shifts legal basis, imposing domestic taxes on US consumers while failing to curb trade deficits.

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

PM promise, Sonam step back, show the way, Pg13

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike as Centre pledges fast-track courts and tougher laws against exam paper leaks, sparking calls for deeper education reforms.

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

PM promise, Sonam step back, show the way, Pg13

Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike as Centre pledges fast-track courts and tougher laws against exam paper leaks, sparking calls for deeper education reforms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

PMS overhaul: What SEBI has proposed and what it means for investors, Pg16

SEBI proposes major PMS regulatory overhaul, expanding investment avenues to overseas and unlisted securities, and introducing a new MF-only category for broader investor access.

PMS overhaul: What SEBI has proposed and what it means for investors, Pg16

SEBI proposes major PMS regulatory overhaul, expanding investment avenues to overseas and unlisted securities, and introducing a new MF-only category for broader investor access.

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

Renewed war erases Russian oil discounts, Pg16

Renewed West Asia conflict erases Russian oil discounts for Indian refiners, forcing a shift to energy security over price considerations.

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

Renewed war erases Russian oil discounts, Pg16

Renewed West Asia conflict erases Russian oil discounts for Indian refiners, forcing a shift to energy security over price considerations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India paid $15 bn of imports in rupees in March-May, Pg16

India settled nearly $15 billion in imports, mainly Russian oil, using rupees in March-May, significantly easing foreign currency outflow and exchange rate pressure amidst global volatility.

India paid $15 bn of imports in rupees in March-May, Pg16

India settled nearly $15 billion in imports, mainly Russian oil, using rupees in March-May, significantly easing foreign currency outflow and exchange rate pressure amidst global volatility.

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

India well positioned, but textile input sourcing a worry: Exporters, Pg16

US slaps 10% tariffs on India; textile exporters fear competitor TRQs will divert crucial input sourcing, impacting India's export competitiveness.

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

India well positioned, but textile input sourcing a worry: Exporters, Pg16

US slaps 10% tariffs on India; textile exporters fear competitor TRQs will divert crucial input sourcing, impacting India's export competitiveness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India to roll out common customer ID for banks & insurers, Pg16

India to launch CKYC 2.0 in August, streamlining customer identification for banks and insurers, enabling seamless financial product access with consent.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India to roll out common customer ID for banks & insurers, Pg16

India to launch CKYC 2.0 in August, streamlining customer identification for banks and insurers, enabling seamless financial product access with consent.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Art Forms

Puri temple the only 'Jagannath Dham': Odisha's trademark move, Pg17

Puri Jagannath Temple Administration trademarks 'Jagannath Dham' and sacred terms, securing unique identity after inter-state dispute over cultural heritage.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: Art Forms

Puri temple the only 'Jagannath Dham': Odisha's trademark move, Pg17

Puri Jagannath Temple Administration trademarks 'Jagannath Dham' and sacred terms, securing unique identity after inter-state dispute over cultural heritage.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Can airport operator own airline? Concerns over fair access, Pg17

Centre weighs policy to allow airport operators to own airlines, sparking intense debate over fair competition and potential conflict of interest in the aviation sector.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Can airport operator own airline? Concerns over fair access, Pg17

Centre weighs policy to allow airport operators to own airlines, sparking intense debate over fair competition and potential conflict of interest in the aviation sector.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Alongside Centre, states' education expenditure too declined over past 12 years, Pg17

Alarming 12-year decline in Centre and state education spending fuels nationwide youth protests demanding urgent reforms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Alongside Centre, states' education expenditure too declined over past 12 years, Pg17

Alarming 12-year decline in Centre and state education spending fuels nationwide youth protests demanding urgent reforms.

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

Centre sacks 47 NTA officials, tightens law to tackle paper leaks, Pg1

Centre sacks 47 NTA officials, strengthens anti-paper leak law with 10-year jail, ₹10 crore fine, and fast-track courts for speedy trials.

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

Centre sacks 47 NTA officials, tightens law to tackle paper leaks, Pg1

Centre sacks 47 NTA officials, strengthens anti-paper leak law with 10-year jail, ₹10 crore fine, and fast-track courts for speedy trials.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

U.S. announces permanent tariffs; India rate still 10%, Pg1

U.S. imposes permanent 10% tariffs on India and 59 nations over forced labor probe.

U.S. announces permanent tariffs; India rate still 10%, Pg1

U.S. imposes permanent 10% tariffs on India and 59 nations over forced labor probe.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Caught on camera, Pg6

Videos reveal Delhi Police's brutal force and sexual assaults on student protesters; Supreme Court to investigate excesses.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Caught on camera, Pg6

Videos reveal Delhi Police's brutal force and sexual assaults on student protesters; Supreme Court to investigate excesses.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

India’s foreign policy must look seaward, Pg6

India's foreign policy must urgently protect 3.2 lakh seafarers facing abandonment and conflict risks, demanding robust consular protocols and international cooperation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

India’s foreign policy must look seaward, Pg6

India's foreign policy must urgently protect 3.2 lakh seafarers facing abandonment and conflict risks, demanding robust consular protocols and international cooperation.

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

On guard, Pg6

India's CDSCO approves Qdenga dengue vaccine, first in history, sparking concerns over variable serotype efficacy, high cost, and migrant worker accessibility.

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

On guard, Pg6

India's CDSCO approves Qdenga dengue vaccine, first in history, sparking concerns over variable serotype efficacy, high cost, and migrant worker accessibility.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

A growth story that needs women at work, Pg6

India's 'Viksit Bharat' dream faces headwinds as low female work participation, exacerbated by past policy shocks and distress-driven agriculture, threatens 2% GDP growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

A growth story that needs women at work, Pg6

India's 'Viksit Bharat' dream faces headwinds as low female work participation, exacerbated by past policy shocks and distress-driven agriculture, threatens 2% GDP growth.

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

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2.45 lakh cases burden Fast Track Special Courts, including POCSO, despite PM's call for speedy trials, Law Ministry reveals in Parliament.

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

Over 2 lakh cases pending in fast-track courts, says Centre, Pg10

Over 2.45 lakh cases burden Fast Track Special Courts, including POCSO, despite PM's call for speedy trials, Law Ministry reveals in Parliament.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

SC seeks Centre’s response on NEET reforms, Pg11

Supreme Court demands Centre's detailed roadmap for NEET overhaul, focusing on computer-based testing and robust cybersecurity measures to prevent future leaks.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

SC seeks Centre’s response on NEET reforms, Pg11

Supreme Court demands Centre's detailed roadmap for NEET overhaul, focusing on computer-based testing and robust cybersecurity measures to prevent future leaks.

Amid ruckus, Ministry tables Bill in RS to punish insult to National Song, Pg11

Home Ministry tables controversial Bill in Rajya Sabha, extending punishment for insulting national symbols to include Vande Mataram amid fierce opposition.

Amid ruckus, Ministry tables Bill in RS to punish insult to National Song, Pg11

Home Ministry tables controversial Bill in Rajya Sabha, extending punishment for insulting national symbols to include Vande Mataram amid fierce opposition.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

Supreme Court prohibits unauthorized extraction, monetisation of livestreamed court proceedings on digital platforms to uphold judicial sanctity and prevent trivialisation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

SC prohibits unauthorised recording, monetisation of court videos on social media, Pg12

Supreme Court prohibits unauthorized extraction, monetisation of livestreamed court proceedings on digital platforms to uphold judicial sanctity and prevent trivialisation.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India brushes off Pakistan’s allegations of flood situation, Pg12

MEA slams Pakistan's 'baseless' flood allegations, confirms sharing Chenab river high-flood data 23 times on humanitarian grounds.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India brushes off Pakistan’s allegations of flood situation, Pg12

MEA slams Pakistan's 'baseless' flood allegations, confirms sharing Chenab river high-flood data 23 times on humanitarian grounds.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 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

U.S. hits Iran from south to north after Trump threats over Red Sea, Pg14

U.S. launches missile strikes across Iran, reaching Caspian coast, after Trump vows 'major military punishment' over Red Sea shipping threats.

U.S. hits Iran from south to north after Trump threats over Red Sea, Pg14

U.S. launches missile strikes across Iran, reaching Caspian coast, after Trump vows 'major military punishment' over Red Sea shipping threats.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Cabinet approves scheme of Chemical Parks “Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan (BHAVYA Rasayan)

Union Cabinet greenlights Rs 3,030 crore BHAVYA Rasayan scheme, establishing three dedicated chemical parks to boost industrial growth, exports, and sustainable development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Cabinet approves scheme of Chemical Parks “Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan (BHAVYA Rasayan)

Union Cabinet greenlights Rs 3,030 crore BHAVYA Rasayan scheme, establishing three dedicated chemical parks to boost industrial growth, exports, and sustainable development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India's Services Exports Rise to USD 421.3 Billion in FY 2025-26, Led by Telecommunications, Computer and Information Services and Business Services

India's services exports soar to USD 421.3 billion by FY26, propelled by telecommunications, IT, and business services, bolstered by strategic FTAs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India's Services Exports Rise to USD 421.3 Billion in FY 2025-26, Led by Telecommunications, Computer and Information Services and Business Services

India's services exports soar to USD 421.3 billion by FY26, propelled by telecommunications, IT, and business services, bolstered by strategic FTAs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Food Processing and Related Industries

DPIIT's One District One Product Initiative Promotes 1,244 Unique Products Across 773 Districts

DPIIT's ODOP initiative boosts 1,244 unique products across 773 districts, leveraging PMFME, Unity Malls, and GeM for market access and global exports.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Food Processing and Related Industries

DPIIT's One District One Product Initiative Promotes 1,244 Unique Products Across 773 Districts

DPIIT's ODOP initiative boosts 1,244 unique products across 773 districts, leveraging PMFME, Unity Malls, and GeM for market access and global exports.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 4: Attitude, Content, Structure and Function

Government Reiterates Legal Obligations of OTT Platforms and Social Media Under IT Rules, 2021

Government reiterates legal obligations for OTT platforms and social media under IT Rules, 2021, mandating due diligence against unlawful content.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 4: Attitude, Content, Structure and Function

Government Reiterates Legal Obligations of OTT Platforms and Social Media Under IT Rules, 2021

Government reiterates legal obligations for OTT platforms and social media under IT Rules, 2021, mandating due diligence against unlawful content.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

CLIMATE RISK AND CROP INSURANCE

Government overhauls PMFBY with Digiclaim, NCIP, and penalties, ensuring timely crop insurance payouts and leveraging technology for farmer welfare.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

CLIMATE RISK AND CROP INSURANCE

Government overhauls PMFBY with Digiclaim, NCIP, and penalties, ensuring timely crop insurance payouts and leveraging technology for farmer welfare.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India and Israel Conclude Second Round of Negotiations for Proposed Free Trade Agreement

India and Israel conclude second FTA negotiation round in New Delhi, pushing for a comprehensive, mutually beneficial trade agreement to boost bilateral economic ties.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India and Israel Conclude Second Round of Negotiations for Proposed Free Trade Agreement

India and Israel conclude second FTA negotiation round in New Delhi, pushing for a comprehensive, mutually beneficial trade agreement to boost bilateral economic ties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

India Successfully Hosts 3rd BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction; BRICS Joint Statement Adopted to Advance Global Disaster Resilience

India leads BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction, adopting a joint statement to accelerate the 2025-2028 Work Plan for global resilience.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

India Successfully Hosts 3rd BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction; BRICS Joint Statement Adopted to Advance Global Disaster Resilience

India leads BRICS Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction, adopting a joint statement to accelerate the 2025-2028 Work Plan for global resilience.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

SAGARMALA PROGRAMME AND PORT MODERNISATION

Sagarmala Programme fuels India's port transformation, completing 79 projects worth ₹5,374 Cr, boosting cargo capacity to 2,818 MTPA, streamlining maritime logistics.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

SAGARMALA PROGRAMME AND PORT MODERNISATION

Sagarmala Programme fuels India's port transformation, completing 79 projects worth ₹5,374 Cr, boosting cargo capacity to 2,818 MTPA, streamlining maritime logistics.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

SASTRA University pioneers patented nanofluid electrolyte, boosting Zinc-air battery efficiency for cheaper, safer green energy storage and electric mobility in India.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

SASTRA University pioneers patented nanofluid electrolyte, boosting Zinc-air battery efficiency for cheaper, safer green energy storage and electric mobility in India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

TRADE PREPAREDNESS AND EXPORT COMPETITIVENESS OF TEXTILE SECTOR

India's textile exports grew 1.8% to ₹3.25 lakh crore in 2025-26, driven by PM MITRA, PLI, and 16 FTAs, boosting global competitiveness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

TRADE PREPAREDNESS AND EXPORT COMPETITIVENESS OF TEXTILE SECTOR

India's textile exports grew 1.8% to ₹3.25 lakh crore in 2025-26, driven by PM MITRA, PLI, and 16 FTAs, boosting global competitiveness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman outlines 5Rs of responsive tax governance; Calls for greater tax certainty and reduced litigation at the 167th Income Tax celebrations in New Delhi today

FM Sitharaman outlines '5Rs of Responsive Tax Governance' for taxpayer-centric administration, leveraging Income-tax Act, 2025 and technology for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman outlines 5Rs of responsive tax governance; Calls for greater tax certainty and reduced litigation at the 167th Income Tax celebrations in New Delhi today

FM Sitharaman outlines '5Rs of Responsive Tax Governance' for taxpayer-centric administration, leveraging Income-tax Act, 2025 and technology for 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Saving Soil, Securing Farms

India spearheads soil health revolution with 25.89 crore Soil Health Cards, natural farming expansion, and AI integration for sustainable agriculture and climate action.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Saving Soil, Securing Farms

India spearheads soil health revolution with 25.89 crore Soil Health Cards, natural farming expansion, and AI integration for sustainable agriculture and climate action.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 delivers six vital services to vulnerable groups, leveraging Poshan Tracker, Aadhaar, and FRS for transparent, leak-proof social welfare delivery.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, a package of six services are provided to eligible beneficiaries through Anganwadi Centres across the country

Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 delivers six vital services to vulnerable groups, leveraging Poshan Tracker, Aadhaar, and FRS for transparent, leak-proof social welfare delivery.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

One Stop Centre provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress

Mission Shakti's One Stop Centres and Shakti Sadan schemes provide comprehensive support, rehabilitation, and safe accommodation to over 15 lakh women affected by violence and distress.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

One Stop Centre provides integrated and immediate support and assistance under one roof to women affected by violence and those in distress

Mission Shakti's One Stop Centres and Shakti Sadan schemes provide comprehensive support, rehabilitation, and safe accommodation to over 15 lakh women affected by violence and distress.

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