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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: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Jaishankar lashes out at Sharif in UN speech, Pg1

EAM Jaishankar at UNGA strongly condemned Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism, asserting India's right to self-defense and advocating for reformed multilateralism.

Jaishankar lashes out at Sharif in UN speech, Pg1

EAM Jaishankar at UNGA strongly condemned Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism, asserting India's right to self-defense and advocating for reformed multilateralism.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC Had Warned Against Leaving EC’s Powers In The Hands Of One Person, Pg7

Supreme Court warned against concentrating Election Commission's vast powers in one person, emphasizing collegiality for democratic rule.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC Had Warned Against Leaving EC’s Powers In The Hands Of One Person, Pg7

Supreme Court warned against concentrating Election Commission's vast powers in one person, emphasizing collegiality for democratic rule.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

A.P. govt. refuses to defend Centre’s changes to trans rights law in court, Pg8

Andhra Pradesh refuses to defend Centre's controversial 2026 amendments to Transgender Persons Act in Supreme Court, citing constitutional validity concerns.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

A.P. govt. refuses to defend Centre’s changes to trans rights law in court, Pg8

Andhra Pradesh refuses to defend Centre's controversial 2026 amendments to Transgender Persons Act in Supreme Court, citing constitutional validity concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Maharashtra Govt. Declares Drought In 265 Of 358 Taluks, Pg9

Maharashtra government declares drought in 265 taluks due to rainfall deficit, activating 12 immediate relief measures for affected farmers.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Maharashtra Govt. Declares Drought In 265 Of 358 Taluks, Pg9

Maharashtra government declares drought in 265 taluks due to rainfall deficit, activating 12 immediate relief measures for affected farmers.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Food Processing and Related IndustriesGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Assam-Made Tea Cakes Sold At ₹12,000/Kg, Pg9

Assam-made pu'er tea cakes fetch record ₹12,000/kg at Guwahati auction, opening doors for traditional Singpho 'phalap' tea and boosting specialty tea market.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Food Processing and Related IndustriesGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Assam-Made Tea Cakes Sold At ₹12,000/Kg, Pg9

Assam-made pu'er tea cakes fetch record ₹12,000/kg at Guwahati auction, opening doors for traditional Singpho 'phalap' tea and boosting specialty tea market.

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

SC judge advises wider use of mediation in family feuds, Pg9

Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna advocates wider use of mediation and conciliation in family disputes to ensure faster, less adversarial justice and reduce court backlogs.

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

SC judge advises wider use of mediation in family feuds, Pg9

Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna advocates wider use of mediation and conciliation in family disputes to ensure faster, less adversarial justice and reduce court backlogs.

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

Shortening the road to cardiac care in rural Haryana, Pg11

Haryana's 'Spandan One' tele-ECG network, a public-private partnership, dramatically improves rural cardiac care, enabling rapid diagnosis and reducing emergency deaths.

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

Shortening the road to cardiac care in rural Haryana, Pg11

Haryana's 'Spandan One' tele-ECG network, a public-private partnership, dramatically improves rural cardiac care, enabling rapid diagnosis and reducing emergency deaths.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

How wealth shapes our view of artificial intelligence, Pg11

Pew Research survey reveals wealthier nations express greater anxiety about AI's impact on jobs and inequality, while poorer countries remain uncertain.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

How wealth shapes our view of artificial intelligence, Pg11

Pew Research survey reveals wealthier nations express greater anxiety about AI's impact on jobs and inequality, while poorer countries remain uncertain.

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

Why are students protesting at IIT-Bombay?, Pg12

IIT-Bombay faces intense student protests after a Dalit student's suicide, alleging caste discrimination and demanding institutional accountability, mental health support, and reforms.

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

Why are students protesting at IIT-Bombay?, Pg12

IIT-Bombay faces intense student protests after a Dalit student's suicide, alleging caste discrimination and demanding institutional accountability, mental health support, and reforms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Constitutional Bodies

What does the law say about CEC’s removal?, Pg12

Amidst calls for removal, article details constitutional provisions and recent law governing CEC's appointment and removal, including Supreme Court's role and parliamentary procedures.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Constitutional Bodies

What does the law say about CEC’s removal?, Pg12

Amidst calls for removal, article details constitutional provisions and recent law governing CEC's appointment and removal, including Supreme Court's role and parliamentary procedures.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

What is Karnataka’s objection to the ESA?, Pg12

Karnataka Legislature unanimously rejects Kasturirangan report for Western Ghats ESA, demanding a physical survey and citing livelihood impacts on local communities.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

What is Karnataka’s objection to the ESA?, Pg12

Karnataka Legislature unanimously rejects Kasturirangan report for Western Ghats ESA, demanding a physical survey and citing livelihood impacts on local communities.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Bangladesh, U.S. sign MoU on strategic civil nuclear cooperation, Pg14

Bangladesh and US sign strategic MoU on civil nuclear cooperation, enhancing peaceful energy use and non-proliferation standards.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Bangladesh, U.S. sign MoU on strategic civil nuclear cooperation, Pg14

Bangladesh and US sign strategic MoU on civil nuclear cooperation, enhancing peaceful energy use and non-proliferation standards.

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

Disquiet within, all three Election Commissioners meet, take first steps, Pg1

Election Commission addresses internal disquiet, streamlines voter enrolment process, and enhances transparency in its functioning after commissioners raise concerns.

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

Disquiet within, all three Election Commissioners meet, take first steps, Pg1

Election Commission addresses internal disquiet, streamlines voter enrolment process, and enhances transparency in its functioning after commissioners raise concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Marathwada worst-hit, cloud over Rabi season, Pg1

Maharashtra braces for severe drought, potentially surpassing 1972's famine, impacting Marathwada and Rabi crops, highlighting past relief efforts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Marathwada worst-hit, cloud over Rabi season, Pg1

Maharashtra braces for severe drought, potentially surpassing 1972's famine, impacting Marathwada and Rabi crops, highlighting past relief efforts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

'Donation Racket': FIRs Against 3 Gujarat Parties For Causing Loss Of Over Rs 560 Cr, Pg8

Gujarat Police file FIRs against three RUPPs for a Rs 560 crore donation racket, alleging tax evasion and misuse of political funding laws.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds

'Donation Racket': FIRs Against 3 Gujarat Parties For Causing Loss Of Over Rs 560 Cr, Pg8

Gujarat Police file FIRs against three RUPPs for a Rs 560 crore donation racket, alleging tax evasion and misuse of political funding laws.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 4: Ethics and Human Interface

IIT-B to dinner table, the camera is on, Pg10

Pervasive camera surveillance, from IITs to dinner tables, profoundly reshapes privacy, social interaction, and mental well-being in modern Indian society.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 4: Ethics and Human Interface

IIT-B to dinner table, the camera is on, Pg10

Pervasive camera surveillance, from IITs to dinner tables, profoundly reshapes privacy, social interaction, and mental well-being in modern Indian society.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Inclusive Growth

6 States Had 67% Share In Cost Of Pvt Projects Sanctioned By Banks In FY26, Pg11

RBI study shows six states, led by Maharashtra, secured 67% of private project costs sanctioned by banks in FY26, indicating robust investment growth.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Inclusive Growth

6 States Had 67% Share In Cost Of Pvt Projects Sanctioned By Banks In FY26, Pg11

RBI study shows six states, led by Maharashtra, secured 67% of private project costs sanctioned by banks in FY26, indicating robust investment growth.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 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

Net FDI Inflows Surge to $7.3 Bn in July, Highest Since May 2021, Pg11

India's net FDI inflows soar to $7.3 billion in July, highest since May 2021, defying global investment challenges.

Net FDI Inflows Surge to $7.3 Bn in July, Highest Since May 2021, Pg11

India's net FDI inflows soar to $7.3 billion in July, highest since May 2021, defying global investment challenges.

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

Captive coal plants asked to run at full capacity from Oct 1, Pg11

Centre invokes emergency powers under Electricity Act, directing 112 captive coal plants to operate at maximum capacity from October 1st due to surging power demand.

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

Captive coal plants asked to run at full capacity from Oct 1, Pg11

Centre invokes emergency powers under Electricity Act, directing 112 captive coal plants to operate at maximum capacity from October 1st due to surging power demand.

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

China, US agree to $30bn tariff cut, AI dialogue during Xi visit, Pg12

President Xi's US visit yields $30 billion tariff cut, AI dialogue, and new trade council, enhancing US-China relations.

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

China, US agree to $30bn tariff cut, AI dialogue during Xi visit, Pg12

President Xi's US visit yields $30 billion tariff cut, AI dialogue, and new trade council, enhancing US-China relations.

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

Trump rejects Iranian proposal to open Hormuz and end fighting, Pg12

US President Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end West Asia fighting, citing economic pressure and skepticism over a deal.

Trump rejects Iranian proposal to open Hormuz and end fighting, Pg12

US President Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end West Asia fighting, citing economic pressure and skepticism over a deal.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: IT and ComputersGS 3: Space Technology

As AI's energy needs grow, Google takes the data centre race to outer space, Pg12

Google launches experimental 'Project Suncatcher' satellite, MVP, to test AI data centers in space, addressing growing energy demands.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: IT and ComputersGS 3: Space Technology

As AI's energy needs grow, Google takes the data centre race to outer space, Pg12

Google launches experimental 'Project Suncatcher' satellite, MVP, to test AI data centers in space, addressing growing energy demands.

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

India's First Port-based e-Methanol Production Facility to Produce and Supply Green Fuel to Ships

India inaugurates its first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla, Gujarat, investing ₹2,300 crore to produce green fuel for ships, boosting exports and net-zero goals.

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

India's First Port-based e-Methanol Production Facility to Produce and Supply Green Fuel to Ships

India inaugurates its first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla, Gujarat, investing ₹2,300 crore to produce green fuel for ships, boosting exports and net-zero goals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

World Tourism Day 2026

India's tourism sector, contributing 5.22% to GDP and 8.46 crore jobs, embraces digital transformation and AI for sustainable growth and enhanced visitor experiences.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

World Tourism Day 2026

India's tourism sector, contributing 5.22% to GDP and 8.46 crore jobs, embraces digital transformation and AI for sustainable growth and enhanced visitor experiences.

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

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah launches various initiatives related to women empowerment and cooperation in Kollam, Keralam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched women empowerment and cooperation initiatives in Kollam, Kerala, including 'She-Mart' and food subsidies, aiming for 'Lakhpati Didis'.

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

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah launches various initiatives related to women empowerment and cooperation in Kollam, Keralam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched women empowerment and cooperation initiatives in Kollam, Kerala, including 'She-Mart' and food subsidies, aiming for 'Lakhpati Didis'.

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