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GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Amid West Asia crisis, cooking gas prices raised, Pg1

LPG prices surge by ₹60 amid West Asia crisis, impacting households and triggering political backlash over inflation concerns.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelims

Consider abdominal obesity a vital sign in Asian Indians: study, Pg12

Experts advocate abdominal obesity as vital sign for Asian Indians due to rising metabolic diseases and inadequate BMI assessment.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

‘Pyramids’ of plastic in earth’s future, first study of its kind finds, Pg14

Plastic waste to outweigh Great Pyramid 2,000 times by 2050, study reveals; only 9% recycled globally.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Two biomarkers point to swab test for schizophrenia, Pg14

Scientists identify Sp4 mRNA and HSP60 protein biomarkers in cheek swabs, offering non-invasive schizophrenia diagnosis and symptom severity assessment.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Turning carrot waste into edible material again, Pg14

Scientists convert carrot waste into edible material using fungi, paving the way for sustainable food production and waste reduction.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Supertough bug may also survive colliding worlds, Pg14

Deinococcus radiodurans bacteria survives extreme pressure, bolstering panspermia theory and expanding possibilities for extraterrestrial life search.

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

How does Canada’s uranium deal help India?, Pg15

India secures energy future with $2.6 billion uranium deal with Canada, bolstering nuclear power capacity amidst ambitious expansion plans.

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

What is the state of the environment in India?, Pg15

CSE report reveals alarming rise in extreme weather events, human-animal conflict, and air pollution impacting millions across India.

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

Why does the Strait of Hormuz’s closure matter?, Pg15

Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts global oil supply; India seeks alternative LNG sources amid rising tensions and insurance costs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Govt looks at nuanced, graded age-based restrictions on social media for children, Pg3

Government plans graded social media restrictions for children, rejecting outright bans amid global debate on digital safety and rights.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Polity

Iran ship in Kochi dock: Jaishankar says 'humane... we did the right thing', Pg3

India allows Iranian ship to dock in Kochi on humanitarian grounds amidst US-Iran tensions, says Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Study: Rs 54K expenses per hospitalisation in pvt facilities under PMJAY, Pg12

NITI Aayog study reveals PMJAY beneficiaries in private hospitals face ₹54K out-of-pocket expenses, double that of public facilities.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social Justice

Wage support, night shift for women: Punjab unveils new industrial policy, Pg12

Punjab's new industrial policy 2026 offers wage support, capital subsidy, and night shifts for women with safety measures.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Auto-settlement okayed by EPFO: What is the status of inoperative accounts?, Pg16

EPFO approves auto-settlement for inoperative accounts up to ₹1,000, benefiting 1.33 lakh members via Aadhaar-linked transfers.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International Relations

West Asia conflict puts $11.8 bn worth of farm exports at risk: GTRI, Pg16

West Asia conflict threatens $11.8 billion Indian agricultural exports, disrupting shipping and raising insurance costs, impacting key commodities like rice and spices.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

ASIAN AUTO EXPORTS MAY TAKE A HIT, Pg16

Geopolitical Tensions Threaten Asian Auto Exports: Iran-Israel conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, impacting billions in car shipments to West Asia.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Green ammonia, methanol get new standards: Govt, Pg16

India sets green ammonia, methanol standards to boost green hydrogen trade under National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched January 4, 2023.

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