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GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Governance

Gherao of judicial officers in Bengal a challenge to SC: CJI, Pg1

Supreme Court intervenes after judicial officers illegally detained in West Bengal, demands CBI/NIA probe and security for officers.

GS 2: PolityPrelims

Governor bound by Cabinet’s advice on remission: Madras HC, Pg1

Madras HC affirms Governor's adherence to Cabinet advice on convict remission, reinforcing constitutional limits under Article 161.

GS 2: PolityPrelims

ECI transfer controversy, top court’s clarifications, Pg8

Debate erupts over ECI's authority to transfer State officials, raising questions on constitutional powers and federal balance.

GS 2: International Relations

A betrayal foretold, Pg8

Trump's potential NATO withdrawal threatens transatlantic security, prompting Europe to rethink defense strategies amid shifting global power dynamics.

GS 2: International Relations

A path to peace in West Asia beyond Pakistan talks, Pg8

Pakistan spearheads West Asia peace talks amidst US-Iran tensions, seeking ceasefire and UN intervention for lasting stability.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Artemis II: what is at stake for U.S.?, Pg10

Artemis II mission launched, reigniting US-China space race for lunar dominance amidst technological advancements and geopolitical tensions, aiming for lunar water resources.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal Security

CAPF Bill passed in LS amid Opposition walkout, Pg12

CAPF Bill, 2024 passed amid opposition walkout, aims to reserve key posts for IPS officers on deputation.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernancePrelims

SC calls sand mining mafia the ‘modern dacoits of Chambal’, Pg14

Supreme Court slams sand mining mafia as 'modern dacoits' in Chambal, highlighting illegal mining's threat to environment and governance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Education Ministry notifies NCERT as deemed university, Pg14

Education Ministry grants 'Deemed University' status to NCERT, empowering it to offer courses and award degrees, pending UGC norms.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Running around in circles to secure insurance for transplantations, PgII

Organ transplant patients face financial ruin due to inadequate insurance coverage, claim denials, and high post-transplant care costs, despite IRDAI guidelines.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Hopes of early end to war dim, Trump says will strike Iran hard, Pg3

Trump's Iran war intensifies, threatening prolonged energy crisis as Strait of Hormuz remains closed, escalating global economic uncertainty.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Met Chinese counterpart, held talks on trade: Goyal, Pg3

India and China discuss trade expansion and easing tensions amidst WTO Investment Facilitation for Development disagreement.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

India joins 60 nations at UK meeting calling for opening of Strait of Hormuz, Pg3

India joins global call for Strait of Hormuz reopening amid shipping disruption impacting energy supplies and seeks preferential market access in US trade deal.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: Governance

'Bad in law': NGT stays Assam order deploying forest staff for poll duty, Pg8

NGT halts Assam's order deploying forest staff for election duty, citing Biological Diversity Act violation and Supreme Court directives.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Governance

Rajnath chairs IGoM meeting, emphasises constant vigil to ease West Asia war impact, Pg10

IGoM addresses West Asia conflict impact: Customs relief, fuel price caps, and LPG supply stability ensured by government.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Military supplies from Israel may be delayed, but have enough for a year: HAL CMD, Pg10

Israel-Iran conflict may delay military supplies to India; HAL assures sufficient stock and focuses on indigenous UCAV development.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal Security

India's defence exports rose by 62.66% in '25-26 to reach all-time high of Rs 38,424 cr, Pg10

India's defence exports surge 62.66% to record Rs 38,424 crore in FY26, driven by private sector growth.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

No Trump roadmap, India needs its own, Pg12

India navigates energy crisis amidst US-Iran tensions; seeks diversified energy sources and strategic trade partnerships for economic resilience.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & Technology

Can't govern digital world with rules that keep changing, Pg12

IT Rules amendment introduces governance via advisories, raising concerns about regulatory uncertainty and economic impacts on digital businesses.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: Governance

Some smart(phone) lessons for industrial policy, Pg13

Smartphone PLI scheme propels India's export share to 8%, generating 1.5 lakh jobs and $64 billion in production.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

CBSE's new curriculum: 3rd language must in Class 6, vocational education for classes 9 & 10, Pg14

CBSE mandates third language in Class 6 by 2026-27, vocational education for classes 9 & 10 aligning with NEP 2020.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Critical petrochemical products get full customs duty exemption (‘Centre will lose Rs 1,800 crore in revenue due to the three-month exemption on petrochemical products’), Pg15

Government waives customs duty on critical petrochemicals until June 30, 2026, to ease supply chain disruptions amid West Asia tensions.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Manufacturing PMI slumps to four-year low, Pg15

India's Manufacturing PMI hits four-year low at 55.9 in March amid cost pressures and geopolitical uncertainties.

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