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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal Security

Iran vows to safeguard its nuclear capabilities, Pg1

Iran vows to protect nuclear capabilities and Strait of Hormuz control amid US blockade, escalating regional tensions and oil prices.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: Polity

Revenue-deficit States may face fiscal stress, says Centre, Pg1

Centre warns revenue-deficit states face fiscal stress due to high debt, West Asia crisis, and limited fiscal flexibility.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

​Embers in the air, Pg10

Nilgiris grapples with intense wildfires exacerbated by climate variability, human activities, and challenging terrain, prompting calls for long-term mitigation strategies.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific, Pg10

India and New Zealand sign FTA, boosting trade ties, talent mobility, and investment in key sectors, excluding dairy concessions.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social Justice

Should the PIL jurisdiction be reconsidered?, Pg11

Debate emerges over PIL jurisdiction: Should courts reconsider its scope amid concerns of misuse and agenda-driven litigation?

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityPrelims

How is the next UN chief being chosen?, Pg12

UN Secretary-General election underway amidst global crises; candidates outline priorities for revitalizing the UN's role in conflict resolution.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

What happened to Komagata Maru passengers in 1914?, Pg12

Komagata Maru incident: A dark chapter of racial discrimination against Indian immigrants in Canada during British rule, resurfaces after 110 years.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Economy

A century after legal recognition, workers still lack real protection, Pg13

Analysis: A century after legal recognition, Indian workers still face challenges in securing real protection and fair labor practices.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Lift abortion time limit for minor rape survivors: SC, Pg16

Supreme Court urges government to remove abortion time limits for minor rape survivors, prioritizing survivor's choice and well-being over fetal viability.

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

India’s first green methanol plant to turn Kutch’s most invasive weed into marine fuel, Pg16

India's first green methanol plant in Kutch to convert invasive weed into marine fuel, reducing emissions and import dependence.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelims

How residential segregation shapes public health access in India, PgII

Residential segregation based on caste and religion limits access to public health, education, and basic amenities, exacerbating inequality in India.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Rupee breaches 95-mark amid fresh war concerns, spike in oil prices, Pg1

Rupee crashes to all-time low of 95.34 against dollar amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Likely below-normal monsoon is a warning: India must heed water stress, Pg10

IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon due to El Niño, raising concerns over water stress and urging better water management strategies.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Governance

Better execution, not more restriction, Pg11

CERT-In flags AI-driven cyber threats; proposes financial support and trusted vendor lists for smaller entities to bolster cyber resilience.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

Could it have too many tigers? Why MP faces this question & what are the answers, Pg13

Madhya Pradesh seeks assessment on tiger carrying capacity amidst rising population and human-animal conflict, driven by prey availability and habitat fragmentation.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Why SC is looking at the way brain death is certified, Pg15

Supreme Court seeks expert opinion on standardizing brain death certification, addressing organ donation concerns and ethical dilemmas in healthcare.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal Security

FinMin asks banks to adopt MuleHunter AI tool of RBI, Pg19

FinMin urges banks to deploy RBI's MuleHunter AI for detecting mule accounts and preventing cyber fraud, enhancing financial security.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

HAM projects: Road Ministry tightens bidding regulations, Pg19

Road Ministry tightens HAM project bidding norms, disqualifying firms with catastrophic construction failures in past two years to ensure quality.

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