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Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, says UN commission, Pg1
UN inquiry accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza, citing intent to destroy Palestinians, escalating international tensions and legal scrutiny.
Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, says UN commission, Pg1
UN inquiry accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza, citing intent to destroy Palestinians, escalating international tensions and legal scrutiny.
India, U.S. to push for early conclusion of a trade deal, Pg1
India and U.S. intensify efforts for early conclusion of mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement after positive discussions in Delhi.
India, U.S. to push for early conclusion of a trade deal, Pg1
India and U.S. intensify efforts for early conclusion of mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement after positive discussions in Delhi.
A brief respite, Pg8
India's trade deficit narrows in August amid US tariff pressures and declining imports, raising concerns about economic slowdown.
A brief respite, Pg8
India's trade deficit narrows in August amid US tariff pressures and declining imports, raising concerns about economic slowdown.
GST 2.0 — short-term pain, possible long-term gain, Pg8
GST 2.0 introduces revised rate structure from September 2025, aiming long-term gains, but short-term revenue losses estimated at ₹48,000 crore.
GST 2.0 — short-term pain, possible long-term gain, Pg8
GST 2.0 introduces revised rate structure from September 2025, aiming long-term gains, but short-term revenue losses estimated at ₹48,000 crore.
Constitutional clarity, Pg8
Supreme Court reinforces Governors' limited power over State Bills, questioning indefinite withholding of assent and upholding federal balance.
Constitutional clarity, Pg8
Supreme Court reinforces Governors' limited power over State Bills, questioning indefinite withholding of assent and upholding federal balance.
‘Judicial experimentalism’ versus the right to justice, Pg8
Supreme Court endorses 'cooling period' for Section 498A cases, raising concerns over victim's access to justice and judicial overreach.
‘Judicial experimentalism’ versus the right to justice, Pg8
Supreme Court endorses 'cooling period' for Section 498A cases, raising concerns over victim's access to justice and judicial overreach.
Indians blame the political system, not their politicians, Pg9
Pew survey reveals 70% Indians want political reforms, yet trust elected officials' integrity, unlike other nations.
Indians blame the political system, not their politicians, Pg9
Pew survey reveals 70% Indians want political reforms, yet trust elected officials' integrity, unlike other nations.
Making health care safe for every Indian, Pg9
World Patient Safety Day highlights critical gaps in Indian healthcare; calls for integrated action to improve patient safety nationwide.
Making health care safe for every Indian, Pg9
World Patient Safety Day highlights critical gaps in Indian healthcare; calls for integrated action to improve patient safety nationwide.
Unseen labour, exploitation: the hidden human cost of Artificial Intelligence, Pg11
AI's rise hides exploitation: Underpaid 'ghost workers' in developing nations fuel AI, facing harsh conditions and ethical concerns.
Unseen labour, exploitation: the hidden human cost of Artificial Intelligence, Pg11
AI's rise hides exploitation: Underpaid 'ghost workers' in developing nations fuel AI, facing harsh conditions and ethical concerns.
India-Pak. border sees a sharp rise in drone-driven drug smuggling cases, Pg12
India faces surge in drone-based drug smuggling across Pakistan border; seizures jump to 179 cases in 2024.
India-Pak. border sees a sharp rise in drone-driven drug smuggling cases, Pg12
India faces surge in drone-based drug smuggling across Pakistan border; seizures jump to 179 cases in 2024.
SC finds amended Waqf law paved with good intentions but pockmarked with arbitrariness, Pg13
Supreme Court stays Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 provisions, citing arbitrariness and violation of constitutional rights to property.
SC finds amended Waqf law paved with good intentions but pockmarked with arbitrariness, Pg13
Supreme Court stays Waqf Amendment Act, 2025 provisions, citing arbitrariness and violation of constitutional rights to property.
On WHO essential medicines list, GLP-1 drugs for diabetes, weight loss may become cheaper, Pg14
WHO includes GLP-1 drugs for diabetes and obesity in essential medicines list, potentially lowering costs and improving access.
On WHO essential medicines list, GLP-1 drugs for diabetes, weight loss may become cheaper, Pg14
WHO includes GLP-1 drugs for diabetes and obesity in essential medicines list, potentially lowering costs and improving access.
A question of perception, Pg II.
Neuroscience study reveals how brains perceive optical illusions through IC-encoders, integrating predictions to fill missing visual information.
A question of perception, Pg II.
Neuroscience study reveals how brains perceive optical illusions through IC-encoders, integrating predictions to fill missing visual information.
GST 2.0: Re-labelling of drugs, medical devices not mandatory for stocks issued before Sept 22 (Must issue revised price lists to dealers, retailers for display), Pg 15.
GST 2.0: Drug re-labeling not mandatory; individual insurance exempted; 18% GST on e-commerce delivery charges imposed.
GST 2.0: Re-labelling of drugs, medical devices not mandatory for stocks issued before Sept 22 (Must issue revised price lists to dealers, retailers for display), Pg 15.
GST 2.0: Drug re-labeling not mandatory; individual insurance exempted; 18% GST on e-commerce delivery charges imposed.
NCB report: Nepal, Nigeria, Myanmar nationals top list of 660 foreigners arrested in India for drug trafficking, Pg 27.
NCB report reveals 660 foreign nationals arrested in India for drug trafficking, led by Nepal, Nigeria, and Myanmar citizens.
NCB report: Nepal, Nigeria, Myanmar nationals top list of 660 foreigners arrested in India for drug trafficking, Pg 27.
NCB report reveals 660 foreign nationals arrested in India for drug trafficking, led by Nepal, Nigeria, and Myanmar citizens.
IDF launches Gaza City ground ops as UN report accuses Israel of genocide, Pg 6.
IDF launches Gaza City ground assault amidst UN genocide accusation, escalating conflict and straining international relations, while US-Qatar defense pact progresses.
IDF launches Gaza City ground ops as UN report accuses Israel of genocide, Pg 6.
IDF launches Gaza City ground assault amidst UN genocide accusation, escalating conflict and straining international relations, while US-Qatar defense pact progresses.
Will step up efforts to close US deal early, says Govt
India, US intensify trade deal efforts amidst tariff disputes over Russian oil purchases and agricultural import concerns.
Will step up efforts to close US deal early, says Govt
India, US intensify trade deal efforts amidst tariff disputes over Russian oil purchases and agricultural import concerns.
EASE OF TRADE, Pg 8.
India-US trade talks resume amidst tariff concerns; India-EU trade deal progresses, focus shifts to easing non-tariff barriers.
EASE OF TRADE, Pg 8.
India-US trade talks resume amidst tariff concerns; India-EU trade deal progresses, focus shifts to easing non-tariff barriers.
Our difficult freedoms, Pg 8.
International flotilla challenges Gaza blockade amidst rising tensions, faces potential Israeli intervention, and global condemnation of humanitarian crisis.
Our difficult freedoms, Pg 8.
International flotilla challenges Gaza blockade amidst rising tensions, faces potential Israeli intervention, and global condemnation of humanitarian crisis.
HEED THE HILLS, Pg 14.
Uttarakhand's extreme rainfall causes landslides, prompting Char Dham Highway project safety re-evaluation amid climate change and ecological concerns.
HEED THE HILLS, Pg 14.
Uttarakhand's extreme rainfall causes landslides, prompting Char Dham Highway project safety re-evaluation amid climate change and ecological concerns.
Dignity of choice, Pg 15.
Bombay High Court hears plea challenging gift tax on same-sex couples, spotlighting discrimination and implementation challenges post-Supriyo verdict.
Dignity of choice, Pg 15.
Bombay High Court hears plea challenging gift tax on same-sex couples, spotlighting discrimination and implementation challenges post-Supriyo verdict.
Be prepared for unconventional threats: Rajnath to Armed Forces, Pg 18.
Defence Minister urges Armed Forces to prepare for unconventional warfare, emphasizing jointness, self-reliance, and innovation for national security.
Be prepared for unconventional threats: Rajnath to Armed Forces, Pg 18.
Defence Minister urges Armed Forces to prepare for unconventional warfare, emphasizing jointness, self-reliance, and innovation for national security.
India signs MoU with International Labour Organization, Pg 21.
India partners with ILO to promote global job opportunities for youth through standardized occupation classification, enhancing international workforce mobility.
India signs MoU with International Labour Organization, Pg 21.
India partners with ILO to promote global job opportunities for youth through standardized occupation classification, enhancing international workforce mobility.
INDIA-U.S. MILITARY DRILL IN ALASKA CONCLUDES, Pg 24.
Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 concludes in Alaska, strengthening India-U.S. military ties amidst evolving bilateral relations.
INDIA-U.S. MILITARY DRILL IN ALASKA CONCLUDES, Pg 24.
Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 concludes in Alaska, strengthening India-U.S. military ties amidst evolving bilateral relations.
How UPS differs from other govt pension schemes, why its uptake is low, Pg 26.
Central government's Unified Pension Scheme sees low adoption; deadline extended as employees prefer Old Pension Scheme's assured benefits.
How UPS differs from other govt pension schemes, why its uptake is low, Pg 26.
Central government's Unified Pension Scheme sees low adoption; deadline extended as employees prefer Old Pension Scheme's assured benefits.
Govt plans MSME outreach on concerns over certification, Pg 27.
Government addresses MSME concerns regarding Quality Control Orders (QCOs) implementation through regional conferences and streamlined BIS certification processes.
Govt plans MSME outreach on concerns over certification, Pg 27.
Government addresses MSME concerns regarding Quality Control Orders (QCOs) implementation through regional conferences and streamlined BIS certification processes.
PFRDA nod to customised plan for National Pension System (EQUITY EXPOSURE UP TO 100% FOR PRIVATE SECTOR USERS), Pg 21.
PFRDA permits 100% equity exposure in NPS for private sector subscribers under Multiple Scheme Framework starting October 1.
PFRDA nod to customised plan for National Pension System (EQUITY EXPOSURE UP TO 100% FOR PRIVATE SECTOR USERS), Pg 21.
PFRDA permits 100% equity exposure in NPS for private sector subscribers under Multiple Scheme Framework starting October 1.
Sarnath on UNESCO radar, ASI prepares to install ‘corrected’ plaque to show local role, Pg 18.
ASI to revise Sarnath plaque, crediting local ruler for unearthing site's importance, challenging British-centric narrative before UNESCO visit.
Sarnath on UNESCO radar, ASI prepares to install ‘corrected’ plaque to show local role, Pg 18.
ASI to revise Sarnath plaque, crediting local ruler for unearthing site's importance, challenging British-centric narrative before UNESCO visit.
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