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GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Enumeration for Phase 3 of SIR begins in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Pg1

Election Commission initiates Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, and Manipur to enhance voter inclusion.

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

Vulnerabilities in marking platform ‘contained’: CBSE, Pg1

CBSE's OnMark platform hacked; vulnerabilities exposed student data, raising data privacy and security concerns, prompting government intervention.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityPrelims

Nepal PM sparks row, says his country has encroached upon Indian territory, Pg1

Nepal PM claims Nepali encroachment on Indian territory, sparking political row over border disputes and cross-border land occupation.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Webb telescope captures weather on exoplanet 700 lightyears away, Pg2

James Webb Telescope unveils extreme weather patterns on exoplanet WASP-94A b, revealing dynamic cloud formations and atmospheric composition.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social Justice

The majoritarian shadow over Adivasi identity, faith, Pg6

RSS affiliates' conclave demands delisting converted Adivasis, sparking concerns over identity, constitutional rights, and majoritarian influence on tribal communities.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.

GS 2: International Relations

​From bad to worse, Pg6

US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

New steel alloy discovered, Pg7

Sir Robert Hadfield unveils revolutionary steel alloy enabling gas turbines to operate at 1655°F and 55,000 RPM.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

How T.N.’s healthcare leads by example, Pg7

Tamil Nadu's healthcare model emphasizes primary care, decentralized delivery, and technology integration, offering lessons for nationwide healthcare reform and accessibility.

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

Prisons in India continue to be overcrowded by undertrials, Pg7

NCRB report reveals Indian prisons grapple with overcrowding, 73% undertrials, staff vacancies, and infrastructure shortfalls despite capacity expansions.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: PolityPrelims

General Subramani takes charge as CDS; lays emphasis on ‘JAI’, Pg10

General Subramani assumes CDS role, prioritizing 'JAI'—Jointness, Atma Nirbharta, Innovation—to bolster national security through integrated armed forces.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian Society

Human trafficking can’t be separated from broader migration flows, says SC, Pg12

Supreme Court links migration, human trafficking, emphasizes rights for voluntary sex workers, and flags ITPA flaws.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16

AUKUS deal revised: Australia to receive three used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new ones for cost-effectiveness.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Govt seeks to bring back delimitation Bill, push joint polls by 2029, Pg3

Government seeks to revive Delimitation Bill and push 'One Nation, One Election' by 2029 amid political realignment efforts.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

J&K HC: President, Govt can terminate govt employees over 'security of state', Pg4

J&K High Court upholds President/Governor's power to sack employees threatening state security without inquiry under Article 311(2)(c).

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Herbal cigarettes as harmful as tobacco cigarettes: Study, Pg4

IITGN and UIUC study reveals herbal cigarettes emit harmful substances, comparable to tobacco, challenging 'healthy' marketing claims.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12

NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Safer motherhood begins before pregnancy, Pg12

India's maternal mortality declines significantly, but widespread anemia among women remains a critical challenge requiring urgent, comprehensive solutions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & Ecology

Austerity is needed, but energy security requires breaking silos in government, Pg12

Expert advocates for unified energy governance to tackle energy security challenges through integrated policy and executive oversight via new ministry/PMO department.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International Relations

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International Relations

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16

RBI likely to hold rates steady amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation, growth, and global uncertainties for economic stability.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16

RBI's FY26 income surges to ₹4.28 lakh crore driven by rupee defence, bond yields, and forex transactions.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International Relations

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.

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

Materials Division of Tata Group, IIT Jodhpur is scaling up indigenous production of advanced materials for defence, electronics and energy storage sectors., Pg18

Tata Group and IIT Jodhpur collaborate to boost indigenous advanced materials production for defence, electronics, and energy storage, enhancing self-glowing paint technology.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

IIT Jodhpur Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur are advancing futuristic materials science through high-scale engineering of advanced two-dimensional (2D) materials. (The researchers have successfully synthesized freestanding bo..., Pg18

IIT Jodhpur pioneers borophene research for advanced batteries, sensors, and nanoelectronics, collaborating with Tata Group for indigenous production scale-up.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Researchers find a protein that halts brain decline, Pg19

Scientists identify Menin protein decline as trigger for age-related brain inflammation and memory loss; D-serine supplement shows promise.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Drug to stop fatty liver disease, Pg19

ION224, novel drug, offers hope for MASH patients by targeting liver fat buildup and inflammation without weight loss.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Reverse brain ageing with nose spray, Pg19

Texas A&M researchers develop nasal spray using microRNAs reversing brain ageing, improving memory, and reducing inflammation after just two doses.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Junk food rewires brain for life, Pg19

Junk food consumption during childhood can cause permanent brain rewiring, impacting appetite control and feeding behaviour into adulthood.

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

How AI maps are helping India find hidden TB cases before it's too late, Pg19

AI-powered vulnerability mapping identifies high-risk TB areas, boosting case detection by 251% in Haryana and 53% in Assam.

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