News Analysis

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Governance

Spotting symptoms to referring cases: 'Pujaris' help in Gadchiroli's malaria fight ('PUJARIS' GET RS 15 FOR REFERRING A PATIENT, RS 500 IF THE PATIENT TURNS OUT TO BE MALARIA POSITIVE), Pg3

Gadchiroli's malaria fight: Maharashtra government integrates faith healers into healthcare system by training 'pujaris' to identify and refer malaria cases.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal Security

Iran war expands as Yemen's Houthis fire missiles at Israel (12 US service personnel injured in attack on base in Saudi Arabia), Pg3

Yemen's Houthis target Israel, escalating Iran conflict; US base in Saudi Arabia attacked, injuring 12 personnel amid rising regional tensions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Sri Lanka's supplies hit, India sends fuel shipment, Pg3

India dispatches 38,000 MT fuel to Sri Lanka amidst shortages due to Middle East supply disruptions, following high-level talks.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

Delhi joins Mumbai in two-airport club: Here's what is different, though, Pg8

Delhi-NCR joins Mumbai with dual airports as Noida International Airport (NIA) inaugurates, poised to reshape India's aviation landscape.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

IGIA and Noida airport: Short-term competition but long-term necessity, Pg8

Noida Airport emerges as vital necessity due to IGIA saturation, poised to handle spillover traffic and boost regional connectivity.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

Modi, Saudi Crown Prince discuss West Asia conflict, Pg9

Modi and Saudi Crown Prince discuss West Asia conflict, emphasizing navigation freedom and condemning attacks on energy infrastructure amidst escalating tensions.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelims

Gwalior unit delivers 2,000 'Prahar' light machine guns to Army, Pg13

Adani Defence delivers 2,000 'Prahar' LMGs to Indian Army, boosting firepower under 'Make in India' initiative.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal Security

Zelenskyy signs defence deals with Saudi & Qatar, expands gulf drone cooperation, Pg16

Zelenskyy secures defence deals with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, enhancing drone cooperation amidst Middle East tensions and seeking air-defense missiles.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International Relations

CEA: Considerable downside to FY27 economic growth forecast of 7-7.4%, Pg17

CEA warns West Asia conflict poses downside risk to India's FY27 growth forecast, prompting economic re-prioritization and inflation concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Two more LPG tankers pass via Strait of Hormuz, Pg17

India secures safe passage for LPG tankers through Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions via diplomatic engagement with Iran.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Economy

India opposes China-led investment pact in WTO, Pg17

India rejects China-led Investment Facilitation Agreement at WTO's 14th ministerial conference in Cameroon, citing threats to WTO's foundational principles.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelims

RBI weighs e-cheques to modernise payment system, Pg17

RBI proposes e-cheques to modernize payment system, enhance security, and streamline cross-border transactions under Payments Vision 2028.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International Relations

March economic data shows slowing growth, Pg1

West Asia conflict slows India's economic growth; MSMEs and export sectors face rising costs and weakened demand.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

Great Indian Bustard hatches in Gujarat after a decade, Pg11

Great Indian Bustard chick successfully hatches in Gujarat after decade-long conservation efforts using captive-bred egg from Rajasthan.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

NMC launches online feedback system for UG medical students, Pg11

NMC introduces anonymous online feedback system for UG medical students to evaluate college infrastructure and faculty, ensuring quality improvement and confidentiality.

GS 1: World HistoryGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelims

Egypt find bridges African, Eurasian ape fossil records, Pg13

New ape fossil discovery in Egypt, 'Masripithecus moghraensis,' bridges African and Eurasian evolutionary records, suggesting Afro-Arabian ape origins.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelims

Team uses recirculating water to inject CO2 into rocks, Pg13

Scientists successfully trap 131 tonnes of CO2 in Saudi Arabia's basaltic rocks using recirculating water, converting 70% into solid carbonates.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelims

IIT-Kgp, PRL team decodes moon’s titanium-rich rocks, Pg13

IIT-Kgp and PRL team decodes the formation of titanium-rich rocks on the moon, aiding Chandrayaan-4 landing site selection.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal Security

Why is there controversy over the CAPF Bill?, Pg14

CAPF Bill 2026 sparks controversy over IPS officer deputation, challenging Supreme Court ruling and CAPF cadre promotions.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelims

What did the Court rule on SCs and religion?, Pg14

Supreme Court affirms SC status denial for converted Christians, sets strict reconversion proof; Centre's stance and ST status differences highlighted.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

How will the new NDC accelerate climate action?, Pg14

India's updated NDC targets 60% non-fossil electricity by 2035, but challenges remain in fossil fuel phase-out and carbon sinks.

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