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GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

CBSE relaxes three-language formula for students, Pg1

Ministry of Education clarifies CBSE's three-language formula, allowing foreign languages until Class 10 amidst intense diplomatic pressure and student protests.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

Expert analysis exposes cracks in India's 'fastest-growing economy' narrative, citing deep structural weaknesses, import dependence, and weakening social safety nets amidst political diversions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Physical GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelims

​Tragic evening, Pg6

Devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake levels Caracas, killing hundreds; India must urgently re-evaluate its shelved seismic building codes amidst high vulnerability.

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

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA targets transforming modest $1.3 billion trade into a modern economic partnership, emphasizing services, compliance, and non-tariff barriers for growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Amendments to anti-drug law will address emerging challenges, says Amit Shah, Pg8

Home Minister Amit Shah announces NDPS Act amendments, unveils 'Vision Document' for 2026-29, promising reformative approach and AI-enabled interdiction to dismantle drug networks.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

India’s eastern borders affected by flow of opium from Myanmar: NCB, Pg8

NCB report reveals Myanmar's opium surge impacts India's eastern borders, with porous mechanisms and drone trafficking from Pakistan escalating internal security threats.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Govt. asks hospitals to publish post-transplant survival data, Pg10

Union Health Ministry mandates organ transplant hospitals to publish post-transplant survival data, enhancing transparency and patient choice for critical procedures nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Public Distribution System

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

Union Food Ministry drafts NFSA amendments, proposing 7kg foodgrains per person for AAY, sparking controversy over potential reduced allocations and 'North-South divide'.

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

Iran reasserts its right to control shipping in Hormuz after vessel hit, Pg12

Iran reasserts control over vital Strait of Hormuz, warns Gulf states against US alliance, escalating regional tensions after vessel attack.

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

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

China pledges 'trusted friend' status to Bangladesh, fast-tracking Teesta project and BRI cooperation amidst high-level talks.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Lebanon, Israel, U.S. sign trilateral framework accord in Washington, Pg12

U.S. brokers historic trilateral framework accord between Lebanon and Israel in Washington, aiming to restore Lebanese sovereignty and foster West Asia peace.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Venezuela reels after deadly quakes, India sends transcontinental flights with medical aid, Pg1

India launches Operation Amistad, deploying C-17 Globemaster III aircraft with medical teams and BHISHM Cubes to aid earthquake-devastated Venezuela.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Telegram key platform for drug ads, Myanmar route a concern: NCB, Pg1

NCB report exposes Telegram as key platform for drug advertising, highlighting Myanmar route's growing threat to India's internal security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

India's resilient MSMEs poised for global export surge; government targets one crore new export-ready enterprises through strategic FTAs and critical infrastructure reforms.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Japan PM Takaichi in Delhi from July 1-3 for annual summit: MEA, Pg8

Japanese PM Takaichi visits Delhi for 16th Annual Summit, strengthening strategic and economic cooperation, countering China's regional influence.

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

N K Singh: Key challenge to mobilise green capital for developing economies, Pg11

N K Singh-led Green Transition Board convenes, addressing critical challenge of mobilizing green capital for India's 2070 net-zero and 2047 clean energy targets.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

More children isn't the answer to delimitation, tax challenges, Pg12

New data reveals India's population to peak at 170 crore by 2062, intensifying demographic divergence, 'girl deficit,' and challenging delimitation and tax devolution.

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

A passport that doesn't count, a narrowing idea of citizenship, Pg13

Passport not conclusive proof of citizenship, MEA clarifies, sparking debate on India's narrowing definition and challenges in proving identity amidst legal ambiguities.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

‘Anyway, it’s a girl’ — 45 years later, it still rankles, Pg13

SRS 2024 reveals India's sex ratio at birth improves to 918 girls per 1000 boys, yet societal bias and technology misuse still threaten girl child protection.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

IIT Bombay announces its first-ever overseas sub-campus in US, Pg15

IIT Bombay launches its first overseas sub-campus in US, collaborating with SUNY Old Westbury for advanced engineering and AI courses from 2027.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Goldman Sachs hikes India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.5%, Pg17

Goldman Sachs boosts India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%, citing falling crude oil prices and easing fiscal pressures.

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

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

US Treasury Secretary signals return to higher Section 301 tariffs, threatening India's competitive trade edge and global deal strategy.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

From 5 Indians to 5% of population: Diaspora key to Seychelles ties, Pg18

PM Modi's Seychelles visit strengthens India's strategic maritime vision, highlighting 250-year-old ties and the 5% Indian diaspora's crucial role.

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