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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
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.
GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeEthicsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors
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 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: 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.
GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: 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: EconomyGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Investment Models
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 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems
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: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: 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.
GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeEthicsGS2: Education SectorGS4: Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration
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 JusticePrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels
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: International RelationsGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
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.
GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
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 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS3: 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 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues
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: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: 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 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: 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 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability
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 RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: 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: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: 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 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
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: Disaster ManagementGS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones
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: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting
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 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
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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