News Analysis

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: Polity

The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation, Pg6

Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and technology investments to achieve 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

The U.S. trade deal — gains from economic diplomacy, Pg6

India and U.S. strike crucial trade deal, slashing tariffs to 18%, boosting Indian exports and strengthening strategic ties.

Prelims

Generations apart, Pg6

Carlos Alcaraz triumphs at Australian Open, youngest to achieve Career Grand Slam; Rybakina stuns Sabalenka in women's final.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal Security

A turning point for nuclear deterrence, Pg7

Trump's actions erode NATO trust, prompting Europe to reshape security architecture amidst nuclear deterrence concerns and evolving geopolitical landscape.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Decline in Russian oil imports in Jan./Dec. amid trade talks, Pg8

India reduces Russian oil imports by 9% amid US trade deal to cut tariffs to 18%.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Art & CulturePrelims

Number of Himalayan peaks opened up for mountaineering, Pg8

India opens 83 Himalayan peaks for mountaineering, waiving expedition fees to boost tourism and adventure sports in the region.

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

Amount saved from cyber criminals between 2021-25, Pg8

Government thwarts cybercrime, saving ₹8,189 crore across 23.61 lakh cases between 2021-2025, showcasing enhanced digital security measures.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Issues surrounding UGC regulations, Pg8

Supreme Court stays UGC's 2026 regulations on equity in higher education, citing ambiguity and potential misuse concerning caste-based discrimination.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Why are Meta and WhatsApp facing a judicial ultimatum?, Pg8

Supreme Court questions Meta's data practices, hinting at potential restrictions on WhatsApp data sharing due to privacy concerns.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelims

Will notify questions on caste for Census as per norms: govt., Pg11

Government to include caste-based questions in Census 2027's second phase, addressing demands from states like Tamil Nadu.

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

Jaishankar, Rubio welcome trade deal, discuss critical minerals, Quad cooperation, Pg11

Jaishankar and Rubio formalize critical mineral cooperation, discuss trade deal, Quad, and Indo-Pacific partnership amidst US-India ties reset.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Denotified tribes seek constitutional recognition, separate Census entry, Pg12

Denotified tribes demand constitutional recognition and separate Census entry for better enumeration and welfare schemes implementation.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Cooperative cab service Bharat Taxi’s launch today, Pg12

Amit Shah launches Bharat Taxi, India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, empowering drivers and aiming nationwide expansion in two years.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal Security

U.S., Iran confirm talks amid flare-up over drone downing, Pg14

U.S. and Iran confirm upcoming talks amidst rising tensions over drone incident near USS Abraham Lincoln in Arabian sea.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 1: World History

Nicolas Maduro’s ouster, Trump’s oil blockade push Cuba to the brink, Pg14

US sanctions push Cuba to brink of collapse amid oil crisis after Maduro's ouster and Trump's blockade.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

Could the near-extinct Asiatic cheetah rewild Saudi Arabia?, PgII

Saudi Arabia plans cheetah rewilding using ancient DNA, mirroring India's project, but faces habitat and genetic sourcing challenges.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Launch of NASA’s mission to moon put off till March, PgII

NASA delays Artemis 2 moon mission to March after encountering hydrogen leaks during critical 'wet dress rehearsal' tests.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & Ecology

Energy and critical minerals in focus as Jaishankar holds talks in Washington, Pg1

Jaishankar, US officials discuss energy security, critical minerals, and trade, amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics and supply chain concerns.

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

Tech stocks see sharp fall as US start-up's new AI tool triggers fears, Pg1

Indian IT stocks crash as new US AI tool sparks job automation fears; India-US trade deal offers investment hope.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 2: GovernancePrelims

NDMA's first-ever guidelines for identification of disaster victims, Pg7

NDMA releases first-ever comprehensive guidelines for disaster victim identification, including dental data registry and forensic archaeology for dignified management.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Delhi HC orders Indian passport for stateless Tibetan woman, Pg7

Delhi HC grants Indian passport to stateless Tibetan woman born in India, affirming citizenship rights under the Citizenship Act.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Governance

SC sets aside HC order staying TN Bills on V-C appointment, Pg8

Supreme Court overturns Madras HC stay on Tamil Nadu Bills regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments, citing insufficient time given to state.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Economy

Bankruptcy code being misused by firms facing insolvency, govt tells apex court, Pg9

Centre flags IBC misuse to Supreme Court amid concerns over RADAG asset sales below valuation, raising fraud allegations.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

CCI orders probe into IndiGo's operational meltdown in Dec, Pg9

CCI probes IndiGo for allegedly abusing dominant position during December flight cancellations, potentially creating artificial scarcity and inflating prices.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

With 7 new corridors, India will be 100% atmanirbhar in making Bullet trains, Pg15

India to achieve 100% self-reliance in bullet train technology with seven new high-speed rail corridors, investing ₹16 lakh crore.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

House of Dynamite? Last US-Russia nuclear pact to expire, Pg16

US-Russia nuclear pact expiring, raising fears of unconstrained arms race and global instability amid China's growing arsenal.

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

Why carbon capture is key to achieving net-zero goal, Pg17

Budget allocates ₹20,000 crore for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaPrelims

Sports Ministry steps in to prevent repeat of India Open lapses, Pg20

Sports Ministry mandates oversight at international events after India Open criticism to bolster 2036 Olympics bid.

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