News Analysis

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Polity

​A piece of board, Pg10

India hesitates on joining Trump's 'Board of Peace' amid concerns over Gaza proposal's altered structure and mandate.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Governance

Welcome deescalation, Pg10

Trump softens Greenland stance amidst global unease over weaponized economic integration and eroding international order, raising concerns for middle powers.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster Management

A dangerous march towards a Himalayan ecocide, Pg10

Uttarakhand approves felling 7,000 Devdar trees for Char Dham road project despite ecological warnings and disaster risks.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & Ecology

BRICS India summit needs a green and resilient agenda, Pg10

India's BRICS summit focus on green resilience agenda to counter climate change scepticism and promote Global South interests.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: World Geography

Does Trump’s Greenland plan signal the end of NATO?, Pg11

Trump's Greenland pursuit strains NATO alliance amid Arctic power plays, resource competition, and shifting U.S. foreign policy under 'America First' unilateralism.

GS 3: Economy

The limits of household stability, Pg12

RBI flags rising household debt; Indians borrowing more to maintain consumption amid uneven income growth, posing economic risks.

GS 3: EconomyPrelims

Percentage increase in India’s coffee exports in 2025, Pg12

India's coffee exports surge 22.5% in value to $2.05 billion in 2025, despite a 4.47% volume decrease.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Questionnaire for first phase of Census notified, Pg14

Census 2027: 33 questions notified for first phase focusing on housing, household amenities, and digital data collection.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

167 drug samples flagged for quality lapses in December, Pg16

CDSCO identifies 167 substandard drug samples in December, raising concerns over quality control in pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

DRDO missile to feature at Republic Day parade, Pg16

DRDO's Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) to be showcased at Republic Day parade, highlighting indigenous defence capabilities.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

India, EU to ink new pact on defence and security, says Kallas, Pg18

India and EU to strengthen ties with new defence and security partnership focusing on maritime and cyber security.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

Is Asia-Pacific on track towards elimination of Malaria by 2030?, PgII

Asia-Pacific faces challenges in malaria elimination by 2030 due to drug resistance and funding shortfalls despite regional progress.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Polity

As Trump unveils his Board of Peace, Delhi waits, watches, Pg1

India cautiously assesses Trump's 'Board of Peace' initiative amid concerns over legitimacy, UN framework, and potential geopolitical implications.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Sports alarm bells: Toxic outdoors, no weather-proof indoors, IOC takes note, Pg1

Toxic air and extreme heat jeopardize Indian athletes' training, raising concerns for 2036 Olympics bid and performance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

Cabinet nod to new food security policy, Pg3

Delhi's new 'Food Security Rules, 2025' targets fair PDS via district committees, prioritising the neediest and weeding out ineligibles.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

Usage of LPG, smartphones among details to be sought during census, Pg6

RGI notifies 33 items for Census 2027, including LPG/PNG usage, smartphone access, and housing materials, enhancing data-driven governance.

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

ECI launches new app, CEC offers other countries help to develop similar platform, Pg6

ECI launches ECINet app integrating 40+ voter and election official tools; offers platform development assistance to other nations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Polity

To have a say, India must be on board, Pg11

Trump invites Modi to Gaza Peace Board amidst geopolitical complexities, testing India's foreign policy and commitment to regional stability.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Governance

Data protection: Shorter timeline likely for Big Tech compliance, Pg13

MeitY considers shortening Big Tech's compliance timeline for India's Data Protection Act to 12 months amid industry concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

If firms can't sell, invest in US, then there's UK: India biggest priority for Britain, Pg13

UK prioritizes India for trade in South Asia, anticipates £25.5 billion boost from ratified CETA, amidst US tariff concerns.

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

Draft NEP 2026 bets big on nuclear, tariff tweaks and cross-subsidy rules, Pg13

Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 prioritizes nuclear energy, automatic tariff revisions, and cross-subsidy exemptions to boost power sector.

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