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GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India and 4 other nations, Pg1

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India amidst US tensions, acknowledges India's assistance after US attack on Iranian vessel in Indian Ocean.

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

India mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1

India explores trading with West Asia using local currencies to counter rising oil prices and rupee depreciation.

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

Use of stem cell therapy for autism, Pg2

NMC bans unproven stem cell therapy for autism treatment, acting on Supreme Court order to protect vulnerable patients.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Framework for animal testing, Pg2

UK's MHRA to introduce framework by 2026 allowing drug data review without animal testing, aligning with global trend.

EthicsGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: IT and Computers

Fake X-rays and the use of AI, Pg2

AI-generated fake X-rays fool radiologists and AI tools, raising concerns about healthcare manipulation and security vulnerabilities.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

The key to India’s multi-domain deterrence, capabilities, Pg10

India confronts China's military might, necessitating industrial overhaul, strategic tech investments, and doctrinal convergence for credible multi-domain deterrence.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 1: Indian Society and Diversity of India

Should men get paternity leave in India?, Pg11

Supreme Court urges paternity leave law; experts debate its impact on gender equality and workforce participation in India.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Increase in India’s carbon emissions in 2025, Pg12

India's carbon emissions rise by 0.7% in 2025, marking the slowest increase in two decades due to clean energy adoption.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

What is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12

Gold prices plummet despite West Asia conflict due to rising interest rates, stronger dollar, and profit-booking, impacting global investment strategies.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

S-400 deliveries expedited as India enhances air defence, Pg14

India to receive final S-400 missile defense units from Russia by November, enhancing air defense capabilities amid geopolitical tensions.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

India has oil for 60 days, LPG for a month: Centre, Pg14

India assures energy security with 60-day oil reserves and increased LPG production amid West Asia tensions, discouraging panic buying.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 3: Space Technology

Parliamentary panel flags limited number of launch pads, Pg16

Parliamentary panel cautions ISRO on limited launch infrastructure, urges diversification with new spaceport in Kulasekarapattinam for SSLV launches.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

New I-T Rules: Simpler processes, higher deductions for the salaried, Pg4

CBDT unveils Income-tax Rules, 2026: PAN thresholds hiked, unified challans introduced, and HRA benefits expanded for salaried individuals.

EthicsGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Why YouTube, Meta were held guilty in tech addiction trial, Pg4

Meta and YouTube held liable for addictive designs, causing harm to young users, ordered to pay $6 million in damages.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

As war drags on, RBI may have to choose between forex reserves and rupee value, Pg4

RBI faces tough choice between depleting forex reserves and allowing rupee depreciation amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and foreign investor outflows.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India's new climate targets are modest but significant, Pg4

India unveils modest yet significant 2035 climate targets, reaffirming commitment to clean energy amid global finance concerns and geopolitical shifts.

GS 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 InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

We are working jointly for security of Strait of Hormuz: India, France, Pg5

India and France collaborate to secure Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions, addressing global energy and security concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Centre pushes for biometric checks on SIM issuance to tackle digital arrest scams, Pg6

Centre mandates biometric SIM verification within nine months to combat digital arrest scams and enforce SIM limits effectively using real-time monitoring.

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

Why the concern over disruption, Pg6

Strait of Hormuz closure threatens global energy supply, prompting India to collaborate with Iran and US for resolution.

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

How gulf crisis is impacting Automobile Paint shops in India, Pg11

West Asia crisis disrupts auto industry: Natural gas shortages halt paint shops, urea scarcity threatens commercial vehicle production, impacting exports.

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

EC planning on reviving electoral literacy clubs in schools, colleges, Pg11

Election Commission to revive 5 lakh Electoral Literacy Clubs nationwide, focusing on poll-bound states to boost voter awareness among youth.

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

Energy Security, Pg12

India aims for energy independence amidst West Asia turmoil, targeting 1500 GW renewables, electric vehicle transition, and nuclear expansion by 2047.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

CCTV data for public safety can be double-edged, Pg12

Debate intensifies over privacy concerns as AI-powered surveillance expands nationwide, raising questions about data protection and government overreach.

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

Russian oil flows surge 82% in March to near-peak levels (With the Strait of Hormuz shut, the US has given a 30-day waiver for refiners to purchase Russian oil), Pg15

India's Russian oil imports surge 82% in March amidst Strait of Hormuz disruption, cushioned by US waiver, nearing historic peaks.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

OECD projects India's GDP to grow 6.1% in next fiscal, Pg15

OECD forecasts India's GDP growth at 7.6% for FY26 and 6.1% for FY27 amid global economic resilience concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

WTO MC14: Why it could be a 'turning point' for trade & what's at stake for India, Pg15

WTO's MC14 faces crisis as US pushes reforms; India seeks policy space amid e-commerce moratorium debate.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Automatic & binding dispute settlement system must be restored, Pg15

India urges WTO members to restore automatic dispute settlement system, addressing concerns over effective redressal mechanisms for trade disputes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS 1: Women and Women's Organizations

IOC bans transgender women from competing in female categories, Pg19

IOC bans transgender women from female sports categories in Olympics, mandating SRY gene screening for eligibility and sparking fairness debate.

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