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

‘Mother of all deals’: India and EU finalise FTA, Pg1

India and EU seal landmark FTA, eliminating tariffs on 99.5% of Indian exports, boosting trade ties and geopolitical stability.

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

The solution to the falling rupee lies in diplomacy, Pg6

Rupee's decline driven by US trade policies; Diplomacy needed to resolve tariff disputes and stem capital outflows.

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

A spark to drive India’s e-LCV transition, Pg6

India proposes fuel consumption standards for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) from 2027-2032, aiming to boost electric vehicle adoption.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Manufacturing woes, Pg6

PLI scheme faces hurdles in solar PV and battery manufacturing due to tech gaps and stringent norms.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization

Pressure points, Pg6

U.S. policy towards Venezuela is criticized as 'naked imperialism,' aiming to control oil resources through neocolonialism and economic pressure.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Future of work: India’s youth under the new Codes, Pg7

New Labour Codes aim to formalize India's workforce, yet youth employment crisis persists with informal work and social security gaps.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

The decrease in India’s power emissions in 11 months, Pg8

India's power sector emissions drop by 4.1%, a 38 million tonne CO2 equivalent reduction in 11 months.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

In a first, private technical staff set to assist officials in digital Census, Pg10

India's 2027 Census to be digital-first with private tech staff assisting; enumerators to use mobile apps.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Education Sector

Plea in SC contests UGC regulations limiting reservation to SC/ST/OBC, Pg10

SC hears plea challenging UGC's Regulation 3(c), alleging discrimination against upper castes by limiting caste-based discrimination protection.

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

At summit, EU asked India to put ‘pressure’ on Russia to end war, says Kaja Kallas, Pg11

EU urges India to pressure Russia for peace amid concerns over Ukraine war's global impact and trade coercion.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

EU, India to collaborate on ‘peaceful uses’ of nuclear energy under Euratom deal, Pg11

EU and India strengthen nuclear energy cooperation under Euratom, addressing CBAM concerns with 'most-favoured nation' assurance.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Doomsday Clock: 85 seconds to midnight, Pg14

Doomsday Clock advances to 85 seconds to midnight amid nuclear threats, climate crisis, and global instability concerns.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS 3: Space Technology

To make sense of cosmic rays, CERN team tracks a fragile nucleus, PgII

CERN's ALICE experiment reveals deuteron formation mechanism in high-energy collisions, impacting cosmic ray and dark matter research.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Iran's shadow fleet is fuelling Myanmar junta's air assault, Pg2

Iran's illicit fuel shipments enable Myanmar junta's air strikes on civilian targets, intensifying civil war and violating sanctions.

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

Big swap: Automobiles, wine for labour-intensive goods, Pg3

India-EU trade deal finalized: EU gains access to automobile, wine markets; India benefits from zero duty on labor-intensive goods.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Mobility pact eases options for Indian students, workers, Pg3

India-EU sign mobility pact, easing movement for Indian students, workers across 27 EU nations amidst US visa restrictions.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

No discrimination against anybody: Govt after protests on new UGC norms ('EQUITY REGULATIONS'), Pg3

UGC's new 'equity regulations' face protests over potential misuse and discrimination against general category students, prompting government reassurance and resignations.

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

India and EU seal the deal (SECURITY AND DEFENCE PARTNERSHIP, MOBILITY FRAMEWORK AMONG 13 PACTS), Pg3

India and EU sign historic FTA, security partnership, and mobility framework, aiming for deeper economic and strategic cooperation amidst global challenges.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

16 languages, 1 portal and 1 reference ID: How Census self-enumeration will work, Pg7

Census 2027 to offer self-enumeration in 16 languages with unique reference ID for streamlined data integration.

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

Subtle shift: India, EU on same page on Ukraine and Gaza Board, Pg8

India and EU express concerns over Ukraine war, advocate for peace based on international law, signaling shift in stance.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

India, EU sign security, defence pacts, condemn terror in all forms, Pg8

India and EU ink landmark security and defence partnership, strengthening counter-terrorism cooperation and maritime security in Indo-Pacific region.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Biotechnology

Towards 2030: Tech, innovation to power ties, Pg8

India and EU adopt strategic agenda 'Towards 2030' focusing on tech, innovation, security, and trade ties for next five years.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Education Sector

Plea challenges definition of caste bias in 2026 UGC regulations in SC, Pg11

SC hears plea challenging UGC's 2026 regulations defining caste bias, alleging 'reverse discrimination' and violation of Article 14.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

FTA not an endpoint, marks reform push for the next strategic move, Pg12

India-EU FTA signals strategic shift amidst global uncertainties, fostering trade, investment, and regulatory modernization for enhanced competitiveness and supply chain resilience.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Meghalaya's AI story is a template for inclusive tech (Leveraging data-driven governance systems, Meghalaya has reduced its maternal mortality rate by nearly 50 per cent, a metric that showcases AI's capacity to save lives when deployed thoughtfu..., Pg12

Meghalaya emerges as AI hub, reduces maternal mortality by 50% using data-driven governance, attracting central support for AI development.

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

For Delhi and Brussels, challenge is to move from breakthroughs to delivery, Pg13

India and EU strengthen ties with new trade, defence, and mobility agreements amid geopolitical shifts and diversification strategies.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

How shifting trade winds nudged India-EU talks across finish line, Pg16

India and EU conclude FTA negotiations amid US trade protectionism and concerns over Chinese economic dominance.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

US quits Paris deal, but has chosen to remain in some climate bodies, Pg16

US exits Paris Agreement but strategically remains in key climate bodies to influence global environmental negotiations and protect American interests.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Adani, Embraer to set up aircraft assembly unit in India, Pg17

Adani and Embraer partner to establish aircraft assembly unit in India, boosting domestic manufacturing and regional air connectivity.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India, EU seal FTA with CBAM breather, Pg17

India and EU conclude FTA negotiations amidst CBAM concerns, seeking regulatory certainty and decarbonization collaboration, but challenges remain for Indian exporters.

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