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GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Assam proposes jail term, heavy fines for polygamy, Pg1

Assam's anti-polygamy Bill, 2025 proposes jail, fines for illegal second marriages, aiming to protect women and streamline society.

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 InterestsGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Trump-MbS summit — $1 trillion among friends, Pg6

Trump-MbS summit resets US-Saudi ties with $1 trillion investment pledge, strategic defense pact, impacting regional geopolitics and India's economic interests.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

A landmark law in 2013, it needs a spine in 2025, Pg6

POSH Act's loopholes exposed: Landmark 2013 law needs urgent amendments for informed consent, digital evidence, and inter-institutional complaints.

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

Losing the plot, Pg6

Delhi government's response to air pollution protests raises concerns over governance approach versus public safety, highlighting North India's persistent air quality crisis.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and FundingGS 3: Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

Decoding personality rights in the age of AI, Pg7

AI deepfakes spark legal battle: Celebrities sue over unauthorized use of likeness, demanding stricter regulations and compensation.

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

Over 80% nations got loans from China in the last two decades, Pg7

China's $2 Trillion Global Lending: Shift from Aid to Commercial Loans, U.S. Tops Beneficiaries List

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

What does the draft Seeds Bill entail?, Pg8

Agriculture Ministry releases draft Seeds Bill 2023, proposing regulatory mechanisms for seed quality, trade, and farmer rights, inviting public feedback.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

What is the row over selecting Head of Police Force in T.N.?, Pg8

Tamil Nadu faces contempt plea for DGP appointment delay; UPSC panel rejected amid SC guidelines violation and state government objections.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 4: Public Service Values and Ethics in Public AdministrationGS 2: Education Sector

Publish or perish: making sense of India’s research fraud epidemic, Pg9

UGC's 'publish or perish' culture incentivizes research fraud, undermining teaching quality and ethical standards in Indian higher education.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Caste must not be allowed to divide us, whatever the circumstance: CJI, Pg10

CJI emphasizes societal unity amidst caste census debate, addressing OBC reservations and 50% quota rule in Maharashtra local body elections.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and inalienable part of India: MEA, Pg10

China detains Indian citizen from Arunachal Pradesh, sparking diplomatic row; India asserts Arunachal as 'inalienable' part.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Custodial torture: SC raps govt. over CCTV compliance, Pg12

Supreme Court rebukes Centre for ignoring CCTV installation order in CBI, ED, NIA offices to curb custodial torture.

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

Rajnath seeks global collaboration for boosting maritime capabilities, Pg12

Rajnath Singh calls for global maritime collaboration, showcasing India's indigenous shipbuilding prowess and Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision for naval capabilities.

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

Toxic air is a year-round blight in nearly 60% of Indian districts: study, Pg12

Study reveals 60% of Indian districts face year-round toxic air, exceeding national standards, posing severe health risks.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

For Assam tea, erratic climate and stagnant prices present a crisis, PgII

Assam's tea industry faces crisis as erratic climate and stagnant prices threaten livelihoods and production, impacting 12 lakh workers.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Day before rollback of Chandigarh Bill, Punjab BJP was sent points in its favour, Pg1

Chandigarh seeks inclusion under Article 240 for legislative flexibility, sparking political concerns amidst upcoming Punjab elections.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Troop shortfall, Army looks to raise Agniveer vacancies to 1 lakh a yr. Pg 1

Indian Army plans to increase Agniveer recruitment to 1 lakh annually to address troop shortfall of 1.8 lakh.

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

Delhi worst in PM2.5 concentration: Study, Pg4

Delhi's PM2.5 levels soar to 101 µg/m3, 2.5 times national limit, reveals satellite study, highlighting clustered pollution hotspots.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public FundsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

JJM graft: After PM push, 7 states slap Rs 129 cr fine, Pg6

Jal Jeevan Mission faces scrutiny as states penalize contractors for irregularities following PM Modi's directive, recovering ₹129 crore.

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

EU leadership accepts invite for chief guests at Republic Day parade, Pg6

EU leadership accepts Republic Day invite, signaling stronger India-EU ties amidst FTA negotiations and evolving geopolitics.

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 Interests

Trump's Ukraine peace plan is audacious. India has a stake in its success, Pg10

Trump's Ukraine peace plan aims US-Russia partnership, reintegrating Russia into world economy, impacting Eurasian geopolitics and India's strategic calculations.

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

Busting myths and half-truths about Poshan Tracker, Pg11

Poshan Tracker addresses myths surrounding e-KYC and facial recognition, enhancing transparency and accountability in nutrition monitoring for women and children.

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

Tejas crash: Need for & risks in high-performance air manoeuvres, Pg15

Tejas fighter jet crash at Dubai Airshow raises concerns about high-performance air maneuvers and pilot safety during aerial displays.

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

What helps pigeons navigate long distances back to their home, Pg15

Study reveals pigeons navigate using inner ear's electrical currents sensing Earth's magnetic field, aiding long-distance homing.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Hayli Gubbi: Why volcanic ash is dangerous for aircraft, Pg15

Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano eruption disrupts global air travel; DGCA issues safety advisory due to volcanic ash hazards.

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

India's Q2 GDP growth seen above RBI's 7% forecast, but data may contain some noise, Pg17

India's Q2 GDP growth surpasses RBI forecast at 7.3%, fueled by GST cuts and robust private consumption despite global trade uncertainties.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

New labour codes to boost consumption by Rs 75k. cr: SBI report, Pg17

SBI projects new labour codes to spur ₹75,000 crore consumption boost, formalizing 15% more workforce, enhancing social security.

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