News Analysis

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

PM video briefly blocked, Meta’s global officials get summons from Centre, Pg3

Centre summons Meta global heads over PM's video block, deepfakes; Delhi HC probes widespread digital copyright extortion racket targeting creators.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

PM video briefly blocked, Meta’s global officials get summons from Centre, Pg3

Centre summons Meta global heads over PM's video block, deepfakes; Delhi HC probes widespread digital copyright extortion racket targeting creators.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 4: Attitude, Content, Structure and Function

ICMR's cervical cancer pill shows promise by stopping HPV from turning cancerous, Pg9

ICMR's SHeTA2 oral pill shows breakthrough potential, halting cervical cancer by blocking HPV's cancer-causing proteins, offering a cost-effective, home-based treatment.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 4: Attitude, Content, Structure and Function

ICMR's cervical cancer pill shows promise by stopping HPV from turning cancerous, Pg9

ICMR's SHeTA2 oral pill shows breakthrough potential, halting cervical cancer by blocking HPV's cancer-causing proteins, offering a cost-effective, home-based treatment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelims

Vijay urges Modi to review Govt's Mekedatu dam stand, Pg10

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay presses PM Modi to reverse Union's Mekedatu dam position, asserting settled legal principles for inter-state river water disputes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelims

Vijay urges Modi to review Govt's Mekedatu dam stand, Pg10

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay presses PM Modi to reverse Union's Mekedatu dam position, asserting settled legal principles for inter-state river water disputes.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Cosmetic electoral exercise by Pak to camouflage illegal occupation: India, Pg10

India slams Pakistan's 'cosmetic' PoK elections as camouflage for illegal occupation and grave human rights abuses, citing mass protests and violence.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Cosmetic electoral exercise by Pak to camouflage illegal occupation: India, Pg10

India slams Pakistan's 'cosmetic' PoK elections as camouflage for illegal occupation and grave human rights abuses, citing mass protests and violence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Centre declares 56,825 sq km of Western Ghats as eco-sensitive area, Pg11

Centre declares 56,825 sq km of Western Ghats as Eco-Sensitive Area in seventh draft, banning mining and polluting industries amidst state deadlock.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Centre declares 56,825 sq km of Western Ghats as eco-sensitive area, Pg11

Centre declares 56,825 sq km of Western Ghats as Eco-Sensitive Area in seventh draft, banning mining and polluting industries amidst state deadlock.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Delhi HC shows a better way to think about copyright & AI, Pg12

Delhi High Court champions technological neutrality in AI copyright, rejecting human-machine distinction for research, fostering innovation over DPIIT's proposed licensing regime.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Delhi HC shows a better way to think about copyright & AI, Pg12

Delhi High Court champions technological neutrality in AI copyright, rejecting human-machine distinction for research, fostering innovation over DPIIT's proposed licensing regime.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Our strategic imagination must look beyond geography, Pg12

India's strategic outlook must transcend geographical borders, embracing a 'geometry of interests' to match its rising global power and influence.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Our strategic imagination must look beyond geography, Pg12

India's strategic outlook must transcend geographical borders, embracing a 'geometry of interests' to match its rising global power and influence.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India, Australia & a partnership defined by delivery, Pg13

PM Modi's Australia visit solidifies India-Australia strategic partnership, securing A$500 million investment, boosting ECTA trade, and expanding energy, education, and cultural cooperation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India, Australia & a partnership defined by delivery, Pg13

PM Modi's Australia visit solidifies India-Australia strategic partnership, securing A$500 million investment, boosting ECTA trade, and expanding energy, education, and cultural cooperation.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

RBI must not just guard the rupee, Pg13

RBI deploys FCNR deposits and FPI routes to counter rupee depreciation and inflation, navigating volatile global capital flows and forex reserve depletion.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

RBI must not just guard the rupee, Pg13

RBI deploys FCNR deposits and FPI routes to counter rupee depreciation and inflation, navigating volatile global capital flows and forex reserve depletion.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

'Viruses don't respect borders; world must ensure timely, fair access to vaccines', Pg16

Global health experts warn rising zoonotic outbreaks demand urgent public-private vaccine development, equitable access, and global preparedness to combat future pandemics effectively.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

'Viruses don't respect borders; world must ensure timely, fair access to vaccines', Pg16

Global health experts warn rising zoonotic outbreaks demand urgent public-private vaccine development, equitable access, and global preparedness to combat future pandemics effectively.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Bihar Police suspends constable for unauthorized AK-47 firing during protest, igniting debate on police weapon protocols under new BNSS and state manuals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Strict regulations govern the use of sophisticated arms at protests, Pg16

Bihar Police suspends constable for unauthorized AK-47 firing during protest, igniting debate on police weapon protocols under new BNSS and state manuals.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

The rupee's journey: From overvalued to undervalued, Pg16

Indian Rupee plunges to undervalued status, now more competitive than Yuan, driven by global oil shocks and West Asia tensions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

The rupee's journey: From overvalued to undervalued, Pg16

Indian Rupee plunges to undervalued status, now more competitive than Yuan, driven by global oil shocks and West Asia tensions.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Did OpenAI's agents go 'rogue'? Answer lies out of the box, Pg16

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol AI agents 'hacked' Hugging Face in a controlled test, igniting fears over autonomous AI's unintended consequences and urgent governance needs.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Did OpenAI's agents go 'rogue'? Answer lies out of the box, Pg16

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol AI agents 'hacked' Hugging Face in a controlled test, igniting fears over autonomous AI's unintended consequences and urgent governance needs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Alternative-fuel vehicles account for 40% of car sales; EV demand surges, Pg17

High fuel costs drive alternative-fuel vehicles to 40% of Indian car sales, with EV demand surging 183% year-on-year, reshaping the auto market.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Alternative-fuel vehicles account for 40% of car sales; EV demand surges, Pg17

High fuel costs drive alternative-fuel vehicles to 40% of Indian car sales, with EV demand surging 183% year-on-year, reshaping the auto market.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

PSBs' metrics improved, profits at record highs: Finance min, Pg17

Indian Public Sector Banks hit record Rs 1.98 lakh crore profit in 2025-26, bad loans lowest in decades, driving robust credit growth.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

PSBs' metrics improved, profits at record highs: Finance min, Pg17

Indian Public Sector Banks hit record Rs 1.98 lakh crore profit in 2025-26, bad loans lowest in decades, driving robust credit growth.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Industrial output growth soars to 23-month high of 7.3% in June, Pg17

India's industrial output surges to 23-month high of 7.3% in June, driven by robust manufacturing and capital goods growth.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Industrial output growth soars to 23-month high of 7.3% in June, Pg17

India's industrial output surges to 23-month high of 7.3% in June, driven by robust manufacturing and capital goods growth.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Avg US tariff 11.1%, India's effective rate 12%, Pg17

US average tariff dips to 11.1% post-Section 122 expiry, yet India's effective rate stands higher at 12%, signaling trade challenges.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Avg US tariff 11.1%, India's effective rate 12%, Pg17

US average tariff dips to 11.1% post-Section 122 expiry, yet India's effective rate stands higher at 12%, signaling trade challenges.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Fitch cautions against global AI-correction risks, Pg17

Fitch warns global economy faces significant credit risks from AI boom, citing soaring tech valuations and potential market correction.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Fitch cautions against global AI-correction risks, Pg17

Fitch warns global economy faces significant credit risks from AI boom, citing soaring tech valuations and potential market correction.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to use Hormuz, Pg18

Oman unveils Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to navigate the strategic Strait of Hormuz, aiming to de-escalate US-Iran conflict and secure global oil and LNG trade.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to use Hormuz, Pg18

Oman unveils Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to navigate the strategic Strait of Hormuz, aiming to de-escalate US-Iran conflict and secure global oil and LNG trade.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Italy prepares to bring back nuclear power 40 yrs after Chernobyl disaster, Pg18

Italy's Meloni government pushes nuclear power return, 40 years post-Chernobyl, to bolster energy security and combat climate change.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Italy prepares to bring back nuclear power 40 yrs after Chernobyl disaster, Pg18

Italy's Meloni government pushes nuclear power return, 40 years post-Chernobyl, to bolster energy security and combat climate change.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Release all minors held over student protests: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court considers high-powered probe into police excesses during student protests, orders immediate release of all detained minors, preserving evidence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Release all minors held over student protests: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court considers high-powered probe into police excesses during student protests, orders immediate release of all detained minors, preserving evidence.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Industrial growth hits 23-month high of 7.3%, Pg1

India's industrial growth surged to a 23-month high of 7.3% in June 2026, driven by robust manufacturing and electricity output, despite future monsoon and geopolitical concerns.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Industrial growth hits 23-month high of 7.3%, Pg1

India's industrial growth surged to a 23-month high of 7.3% in June 2026, driven by robust manufacturing and electricity output, despite future monsoon and geopolitical concerns.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Protecting protest, Pg6

Supreme Court intervenes in police brutality allegations during protests, sparking debate on balancing right to protest with public order and national crowd control protocols.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Protecting protest, Pg6

Supreme Court intervenes in police brutality allegations during protests, sparking debate on balancing right to protest with public order and national crowd control protocols.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelims

Iran’s Afghan balancing act amid regional upheaval, Pg6

Tehran hosts rival Taliban and Northern Alliance delegations, revealing Iran's delicate Afghan balancing act amid West Asia's escalating geopolitical turmoil.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelims

Iran’s Afghan balancing act amid regional upheaval, Pg6

Tehran hosts rival Taliban and Northern Alliance delegations, revealing Iran's delicate Afghan balancing act amid West Asia's escalating geopolitical turmoil.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Co-existing with tigers outside reserves, Pg7

India launches 'Tigers Outside Tiger Reserves' initiative, a proactive strategy to manage human-tiger conflict as 35-40% of tigers now roam beyond protected areas, ensuring coexistence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Co-existing with tigers outside reserves, Pg7

India launches 'Tigers Outside Tiger Reserves' initiative, a proactive strategy to manage human-tiger conflict as 35-40% of tigers now roam beyond protected areas, ensuring coexistence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 4: Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Over 70% of police back immunity for using force, Pg7

Over 70% of police personnel endorse immunity for using force, revealing institutional disregard for due process and human rights, raising serious governance concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 4: Public Service Values and Ethics in Public Administration

Over 70% of police back immunity for using force, Pg7

Over 70% of police personnel endorse immunity for using force, revealing institutional disregard for due process and human rights, raising serious governance concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Will the govt. relax rules on airport-airline ownership?, Pg8

Ministry of Civil Aviation considers relaxing airport-airline cross-ownership rules, sparking fierce debate over competition and potential conflicts of interest.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Will the govt. relax rules on airport-airline ownership?, Pg8

Ministry of Civil Aviation considers relaxing airport-airline cross-ownership rules, sparking fierce debate over competition and potential conflicts of interest.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Cumulative cost overrun registered by infrastructure projects, Pg8

Government report reveals staggering ₹4.92 lakh crore cost overrun across 1,847 infrastructure projects by June 2026, impacting national development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Cumulative cost overrun registered by infrastructure projects, Pg8

Government report reveals staggering ₹4.92 lakh crore cost overrun across 1,847 infrastructure projects by June 2026, impacting national development.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Paper leak Bill a milestone, says govt.; Opposition calls it ‘cosmetic exercise’, Pg11

Parliament debates Public Examinations Bill 2026, proposing 10-year jail, ₹50 lakh fine for paper leaks; Opposition slams it as 'cosmetic exercise'.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Paper leak Bill a milestone, says govt.; Opposition calls it ‘cosmetic exercise’, Pg11

Parliament debates Public Examinations Bill 2026, proposing 10-year jail, ₹50 lakh fine for paper leaks; Opposition slams it as 'cosmetic exercise'.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Study finds multiple dengue virus strains circulating together in India, Pg12

ICMR study reveals multiple dengue virus strains co-circulating across India, raising severe disease risk and complicating vaccine rollout.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Study finds multiple dengue virus strains circulating together in India, Pg12

ICMR study reveals multiple dengue virus strains co-circulating across India, raising severe disease risk and complicating vaccine rollout.

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

Centre reissues draft on Western Ghats eco-zone, Pg12

Union Ministry reissues Western Ghats ESA draft for seventh time, reigniting Centre-State dispute over 56,825 sq. km conservation plan.

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

Centre reissues draft on Western Ghats eco-zone, Pg12

Union Ministry reissues Western Ghats ESA draft for seventh time, reigniting Centre-State dispute over 56,825 sq. km conservation plan.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Oman presents Iran with plan for fees to use Hormuz, Pg14

Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to manage critical Strait of Hormuz, easing US-Iran tensions.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Oman presents Iran with plan for fees to use Hormuz, Pg14

Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to manage critical Strait of Hormuz, easing US-Iran tensions.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelims

U.S. begins review of force presence in Europe amid Trump ire on NATO, Pg14

US begins critical review of its military presence in Europe, fueled by Trump's anger at NATO allies over Iran war.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelims

U.S. begins review of force presence in Europe amid Trump ire on NATO, Pg14

US begins critical review of its military presence in Europe, fueled by Trump's anger at NATO allies over Iran war.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

NATIONAL TECHNICAL TEXTILES MISSION

Ministry of Textiles' NTTM propels technical textiles to Rs 3,420 crore trade surplus, fostering indigenous growth and global market share.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

NATIONAL TECHNICAL TEXTILES MISSION

Ministry of Textiles' NTTM propels technical textiles to Rs 3,420 crore trade surplus, fostering indigenous growth and global market share.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Government Promotes Indigenous Potash Production and Alternative Nutrient Sources to Reduce Import Dependence

India aggressively pushes potash self-reliance, incentivizing PDM and biofertilizers under NBS, while GSI intensifies domestic exploration to cut import dependence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Government Promotes Indigenous Potash Production and Alternative Nutrient Sources to Reduce Import Dependence

India aggressively pushes potash self-reliance, incentivizing PDM and biofertilizers under NBS, while GSI intensifies domestic exploration to cut import dependence.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PM E-DRIVE SCHEME AND PROMOTION OF ELECTRIC MOBILITY

Government's ₹10,900 crore PM E-DRIVE scheme accelerates electric vehicle adoption, incentivizing 23 lakh EVs and sanctioning 6,562 charging stations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PM E-DRIVE SCHEME AND PROMOTION OF ELECTRIC MOBILITY

Government's ₹10,900 crore PM E-DRIVE scheme accelerates electric vehicle adoption, incentivizing 23 lakh EVs and sanctioning 6,562 charging stations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelims

CELL BROADCAST ALERT SYSTEM FOR DISASTER WARNINGS

India rolls out Cell Broadcast Alert System for geo-targeted disaster warnings, integrating agencies to reduce casualties and enhance emergency preparedness nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelims

CELL BROADCAST ALERT SYSTEM FOR DISASTER WARNINGS

India rolls out Cell Broadcast Alert System for geo-targeted disaster warnings, integrating agencies to reduce casualties and enhance emergency preparedness nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

NATIONAL DRUG CONTROL VISION

India unveils National Drug Control Vision 2026-2029, targeting illicit trafficking and abuse through enhanced enforcement, demand reduction, and inter-agency coordination.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

NATIONAL DRUG CONTROL VISION

India unveils National Drug Control Vision 2026-2029, targeting illicit trafficking and abuse through enhanced enforcement, demand reduction, and inter-agency coordination.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

SHIPBUILDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY AND MARITIME DEVELOPMENT FUND

India launches ₹24,736 crore Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme and ₹25,000 crore Maritime Development Fund, targeting top 5 global shipbuilding rank by 2047.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

SHIPBUILDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICY AND MARITIME DEVELOPMENT FUND

India launches ₹24,736 crore Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme and ₹25,000 crore Maritime Development Fund, targeting top 5 global shipbuilding rank by 2047.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PROMOTION OF DOMESTIC CONTAINER MANUFACTURING AND MARITIME SELF-RELIANCE

Global shipping giant orders 1,000 Indian-made containers, unveiling prototype in Dadri, boosting maritime self-reliance with a new Rs 10,000 crore manufacturing scheme.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PROMOTION OF DOMESTIC CONTAINER MANUFACTURING AND MARITIME SELF-RELIANCE

Global shipping giant orders 1,000 Indian-made containers, unveiling prototype in Dadri, boosting maritime self-reliance with a new Rs 10,000 crore manufacturing scheme.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

VIBRANT VILLAGE PROGRAMME

Government's Vibrant Villages Programme-I injects ₹3065 crore into 662 northern border villages, boosting connectivity, health, and education across five states/UT.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

VIBRANT VILLAGE PROGRAMME

Government's Vibrant Villages Programme-I injects ₹3065 crore into 662 northern border villages, boosting connectivity, health, and education across five states/UT.

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

World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector

India's ambitious 'World's Largest Grain Storage Plan' in cooperative sector completes 313 godowns, creating 1.80 LMT capacity, integrating with FCI for food security.

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

World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector

India's ambitious 'World's Largest Grain Storage Plan' in cooperative sector completes 313 godowns, creating 1.80 LMT capacity, integrating with FCI for food security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India's Exports Scale Record US$ 863.1 Billion in FY 2025–26, Driven by Strong Trade with UAE, UK and Australia

India achieves record US$ 863.1 billion exports in FY26, propelled by strategic FTAs with UAE, Australia, and Oman, boosting market access and diversification.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India's Exports Scale Record US$ 863.1 Billion in FY 2025–26, Driven by Strong Trade with UAE, UK and Australia

India achieves record US$ 863.1 billion exports in FY26, propelled by strategic FTAs with UAE, Australia, and Oman, boosting market access and diversification.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT BILL

Agriculture Ministry drafts ambitious Pesticide Management Bill 2026, inviting public comments to overhaul regulation and align with Jan Vishwas Act.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT BILL

Agriculture Ministry drafts ambitious Pesticide Management Bill 2026, inviting public comments to overhaul regulation and align with Jan Vishwas Act.

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

CFCFRMS 2.0 PLATFORM

CFCFRMS 2.0 platform, under I4C, saved over Rs 11,158 crore from financial cyber fraud across 32.80 lakh complaints, enhancing national cyber security efforts.

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

CFCFRMS 2.0 PLATFORM

CFCFRMS 2.0 platform, under I4C, saved over Rs 11,158 crore from financial cyber fraud across 32.80 lakh complaints, enhancing national cyber security efforts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelims

REVAMPED RASHTRIYA GRAM SWARAJ ABHIYAN

Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan boosts Panchayati Raj Institutions' capacity, enhancing local governance, planning, and SDG localization through extensive training and digital initiatives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelims

REVAMPED RASHTRIYA GRAM SWARAJ ABHIYAN

Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan boosts Panchayati Raj Institutions' capacity, enhancing local governance, planning, and SDG localization through extensive training and digital initiatives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PLI SCHEME

Ministry of Textiles slashes PLI investment thresholds by 50% and expands product list, boosting MSME participation to 68% in textile sector.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

PLI SCHEME

Ministry of Textiles slashes PLI investment thresholds by 50% and expands product list, boosting MSME participation to 68% in textile sector.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

LAUNCHING OF VB-G RAM-G SCHEME

Viksit Bharat G RAM G Act, 2025 replaces MGNREGA, guaranteeing 125 days of rural employment, focusing on sustainable livelihoods and climate resilience nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

LAUNCHING OF VB-G RAM-G SCHEME

Viksit Bharat G RAM G Act, 2025 replaces MGNREGA, guaranteeing 125 days of rural employment, focusing on sustainable livelihoods and climate resilience nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India's First Direct Commercial Container Freight Train Reaches Nepal, Opening a New Chapter in Cross-border Trade and Connectivity

Indian Railways launches first direct commercial container freight train from Kolkata Port to Biratnagar, Nepal, opening new chapter in cross-border trade and connectivity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India's First Direct Commercial Container Freight Train Reaches Nepal, Opening a New Chapter in Cross-border Trade and Connectivity

Indian Railways launches first direct commercial container freight train from Kolkata Port to Biratnagar, Nepal, opening new chapter in cross-border trade and connectivity.

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