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GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Pak. bombs Kabul, declares ‘open war’, Pg1

Pakistan bombs Kabul, escalating tensions to 'open war' after cross-border attacks, raising regional security concerns and diplomatic interventions.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

New GDP series upgrades FY26 growth to 7.6% in second advance estimates, Pg1

India's FY26 GDP growth upgraded to 7.6% with new data series, impacting fiscal ratios and economic forecasts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Kerala’s paradox can spark its global vision, Pg6

Kerala aims economic transformation by shifting from remittance-based to innovation-driven model, leveraging unique strengths and global collaborations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

DGCA tightens oversight on charter aviation, Pg6

DGCA tightens oversight on charter aviation after recent crashes, mandating safety disclosures and performance rankings for non-scheduled operators.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

International law is not dead, its rules stay resilient, Pg6

Despite breaches, international law remains resilient, providing a framework for accountability and peaceful dispute resolution amid rising global tensions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Tribal Affairs Ministry set to revamp forest rights cells, form ‘one-stop’ coordinating units, Pg8

Tribal Affairs Ministry overhauls Forest Rights Act Cells into 'one-stop' PMUs for streamlined policy implementation, raising concerns among states.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Education Sector

NCERT asks public to return Class 8 textbook, delete posts, Pg8

NCERT recalls Class 8 textbook after Supreme Court objection to content on judicial corruption; directs deletion of online posts.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

New GDP series updates FY26 growth to 7.6%, Pg8

India's GDP growth projected at 7.6% for FY26, driven by manufacturing sector expansion of 12.5% amid primary sector slowdown.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Need to strike a balance, says SC on SHANTI Act petition, Pg9

Supreme Court examines SHANTI Act 2025, questioning liability caps for private nuclear operators, balancing development needs with safety concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

India to share cybercrime probe data with U.K., Pg10

India and UK collaborate to combat cybercrime, modern slavery, and call centre scams through enhanced information sharing and joint investigations.

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

‘Inflexible electricity grids are causing dangerous situations’, Pg10

CEA warns India's inflexible electricity grids pose danger due to renewable energy variability, causing oscillations from Rajasthan to Kudankulam.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Navy boosts anti-submarine capability with INS Anjadip, Pg10

Indian Navy commissions INS Anjadip, an indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel, enhancing coastal defense and maritime capabilities in Chennai.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

How Pakistan and Afghan Taliban, former allies, drifted into ‘open war’, Pg12

Pakistan-Taliban relations deteriorate into open conflict amid border disputes, TTP presence, and evolving India-Taliban dynamics, escalating regional tensions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

As urbanisation grows, 16th FC provides a boost, Pg4

16th Finance Commission boosts urban local bodies with increased grants amid rising urbanization, addressing financial gaps in urban governance.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

CBI in the dock: Court calls out 'abuse,' says hold officer to account, Pg5

Delhi court acquits Kejriwal, others in excise policy case, slams CBI probe as 'abuse' and recommends action against IO.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Money Laundering and its PreventionGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Shah chairs high-level meet to review security in Bihar border districts, Pg6

Amit Shah directs enhanced security measures in Bihar's Indo-Nepal border districts to curb illegal activities and strengthen financial oversight.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC Collegium announces 'advance transfer' policy for incoming HC CJs, Pg6

Supreme Court Collegium mandates advance transfer policy for incoming High Court Chief Justices to ensure seamless transition and efficient administration.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India set to get new batch of eight cheetahs from Botswana today, Pg13

India welcomes eight cheetahs from Botswana, boosting re-introduction efforts at Kuno National Park, aiming for a population of 50.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

India-Canada reset is vital in the time of Trump, Pg14

India and Canada reset relations amidst global shifts, focusing on trade, uranium deal, and security cooperation after 2023 crisis.

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

A storm is brewing in the Indian Ocean Region, Pg15

Indian Ocean Region faces escalating tensions with potential US-Iran conflict, Diego Garcia dispute, and Afghanistan-Pakistan clashes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Disaster resilience, of, by and for the people, Pg15

Report highlights need for community-led disaster resilience, emphasizing anticipatory action, local empowerment, and innovative financing to mitigate climate change impacts.

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

Carmakers, CAQM at loggerheads on EV-only debate for Delhi NCR, Pg23

Carmakers clash with CAQM panel over Delhi-NCR's proposed EV-only registration policy by 2030, citing infrastructure and technology concerns.

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

India-EU FTA includes mediation mechanism, Pg23

India-EU FTA incorporates mediation annexure for swift dispute resolution, fostering smoother trade relations and mutual agreement between both parties.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Centre's fiscal deficit at 63% of full year target at Jan-end, Pg23

India's fiscal deficit reaches ₹9.8 lakh crore by January, 63% of the 2025-26 target, showing improved fiscal management.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

On the frontline, Bastar's own (GUERRILLA VS GUERRILLA: At the heart of Battleground Bastar, where the endgame in the Maoist movement is likely to play out, are the District Reserve Guards, a force drawn from the local tribal population to take o..., Pg24

Bastar's District Reserve Guard (DRG), composed of local tribals, spearheads anti-Maoist operations, significantly weakening Naxal influence amidst ongoing conflict.

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