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GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS 2: Health Sector

Spotting symptoms to referring cases: 'Pujaris' help in Gadchiroli's malaria fight ('PUJARIS' GET RS 15 FOR REFERRING A PATIENT, RS 500 IF THE PATIENT TURNS OUT TO BE MALARIA POSITIVE), Pg3

Gadchiroli's malaria fight: Maharashtra government integrates faith healers into healthcare system by training 'pujaris' to identify and refer malaria cases.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran war expands as Yemen's Houthis fire missiles at Israel (12 US service personnel injured in attack on base in Saudi Arabia), Pg3

Yemen's Houthis target Israel, escalating Iran conflict; US base in Saudi Arabia attacked, injuring 12 personnel amid rising regional tensions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Sri Lanka's supplies hit, India sends fuel shipment, Pg3

India dispatches 38,000 MT fuel to Sri Lanka amidst shortages due to Middle East supply disruptions, following high-level talks.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

Delhi joins Mumbai in two-airport club: Here's what is different, though, Pg8

Delhi-NCR joins Mumbai with dual airports as Noida International Airport (NIA) inaugurates, poised to reshape India's aviation landscape.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies

IGIA and Noida airport: Short-term competition but long-term necessity, Pg8

Noida Airport emerges as vital necessity due to IGIA saturation, poised to handle spillover traffic and boost regional connectivity.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Modi, Saudi Crown Prince discuss West Asia conflict, Pg9

Modi and Saudi Crown Prince discuss West Asia conflict, emphasizing navigation freedom and condemning attacks on energy infrastructure amidst escalating tensions.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Gwalior unit delivers 2,000 'Prahar' light machine guns to Army, Pg13

Adani Defence delivers 2,000 'Prahar' LMGs to Indian Army, boosting firepower under 'Make in India' initiative.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Zelenskyy signs defence deals with Saudi & Qatar, expands gulf drone cooperation, Pg16

Zelenskyy secures defence deals with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, enhancing drone cooperation amidst Middle East tensions and seeking air-defense missiles.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: 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

CEA: Considerable downside to FY27 economic growth forecast of 7-7.4%, Pg17

CEA warns West Asia conflict poses downside risk to India's FY27 growth forecast, prompting economic re-prioritization and inflation concerns.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Two more LPG tankers pass via Strait of Hormuz, Pg17

India secures safe passage for LPG tankers through Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions via diplomatic engagement with Iran.

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

India opposes China-led investment pact in WTO, Pg17

India rejects China-led Investment Facilitation Agreement at WTO's 14th ministerial conference in Cameroon, citing threats to WTO's foundational principles.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: E Governance

RBI weighs e-cheques to modernise payment system, Pg17

RBI proposes e-cheques to modernize payment system, enhance security, and streamline cross-border transactions under Payments Vision 2028.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: 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

March economic data shows slowing growth, Pg1

West Asia conflict slows India's economic growth; MSMEs and export sectors face rising costs and weakened demand.

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

Great Indian Bustard hatches in Gujarat after a decade, Pg11

Great Indian Bustard chick successfully hatches in Gujarat after decade-long conservation efforts using captive-bred egg from Rajasthan.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

NMC launches online feedback system for UG medical students, Pg11

NMC introduces anonymous online feedback system for UG medical students to evaluate college infrastructure and faculty, ensuring quality improvement and confidentiality.

GS 1: World HistoryGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelims

Egypt find bridges African, Eurasian ape fossil records, Pg13

New ape fossil discovery in Egypt, 'Masripithecus moghraensis,' bridges African and Eurasian evolutionary records, suggesting Afro-Arabian ape origins.

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

Team uses recirculating water to inject CO2 into rocks, Pg13

Scientists successfully trap 131 tonnes of CO2 in Saudi Arabia's basaltic rocks using recirculating water, converting 70% into solid carbonates.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Space Technology

IIT-Kgp, PRL team decodes moon’s titanium-rich rocks, Pg13

IIT-Kgp and PRL team decodes the formation of titanium-rich rocks on the moon, aiding Chandrayaan-4 landing site selection.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Why is there controversy over the CAPF Bill?, Pg14

CAPF Bill 2026 sparks controversy over IPS officer deputation, challenging Supreme Court ruling and CAPF cadre promotions.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

What did the Court rule on SCs and religion?, Pg14

Supreme Court affirms SC status denial for converted Christians, sets strict reconversion proof; Centre's stance and ST status differences highlighted.

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

How will the new NDC accelerate climate action?, Pg14

India's updated NDC targets 60% non-fossil electricity by 2035, but challenges remain in fossil fuel phase-out and carbon sinks.

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