Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovt withdraws draft Sugarcane (Control) Order amid opposition, Pg13Centre withdraws draft Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026, following opposition from states and stakeholders regarding ethanol and khandsari regulation.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices31 May, 2026Govt withdraws draft Sugarcane (Control) Order amid opposition, Pg13Centre withdraws draft Sugarcane (Control) Order, 2026, following opposition from states and stakeholders regarding ethanol and khandsari regulation.31 May, 2026
Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInflation Is Falling, But Is Life Becoming More Affordable?Pg14Controlling inflation is essential, but genuine economic well-being ultimately depends on whether incomes grow faster than prices.Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment30 May, 2026Inflation Is Falling, But Is Life Becoming More Affordable?Pg14Controlling inflation is essential, but genuine economic well-being ultimately depends on whether incomes grow faster than prices.30 May, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesFertiliser Policy: Why Centre And States Need Better Alignment,Pg12India's fertiliser challenge is no longer merely about availability; it is about achieving balanced nutrient use, healthy soils and sustainable agricultural growth.Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices30 May, 2026Fertiliser Policy: Why Centre And States Need Better Alignment,Pg12India's fertiliser challenge is no longer merely about availability; it is about achieving balanced nutrient use, healthy soils and sustainable agricultural growth.30 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia-US Trade Deal Nears Completion As Negotiations Enter Final Phase,Pg6The proposed trade deal signals that India-US relations are evolving beyond commerce toward a broader partnership centred on technology, supply-chain resilience and economic security.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy30 May, 2026India-US Trade Deal Nears Completion As Negotiations Enter Final Phase,Pg6The proposed trade deal signals that India-US relations are evolving beyond commerce toward a broader partnership centred on technology, supply-chain resilience and economic security.30 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationInside China’s green transition, Pg7China's green transition is not only an environmental project but also a strategy for achieving technological leadership, industrial dominance and long-term energy security.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation30 May, 2026Inside China’s green transition, Pg7China's green transition is not only an environmental project but also a strategy for achieving technological leadership, industrial dominance and long-term energy security.30 May, 2026
Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsPreparation, not fear, will help tackle El Nino: Minister, Pg14Agriculture Ministry prepares for El Nino impact with crop advisories as IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon, potentially affecting agricultural output.Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems29 May, 2026Preparation, not fear, will help tackle El Nino: Minister, Pg14Agriculture Ministry prepares for El Nino impact with crop advisories as IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon, potentially affecting agricultural output.29 May, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.PM calls for cooperative resolution of water disputes, Pg12PM Modi urges states to resolve water disputes cooperatively, citing Ken-Betwa project as a model for integrated water management.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 May, 2026PM calls for cooperative resolution of water disputes, Pg12PM Modi urges states to resolve water disputes cooperatively, citing Ken-Betwa project as a model for integrated water management.29 May, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsHighway assets identified by NHAI for monetisation in FY27, Pg10NHAI plans to monetize 1,692.5 km of National Highway assets through TOT and InvIT modes in FY27.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models29 May, 2026Highway assets identified by NHAI for monetisation in FY27, Pg10NHAI plans to monetize 1,692.5 km of National Highway assets through TOT and InvIT modes in FY27.29 May, 2026
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEconomics of Animal RearingSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEconomics of Animal RearingContradictions within India’s cow protection regime, Pg8Cow protection laws: Examining efficacy, politics, and impact on farmers' income and cattle population trends across Indian states.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEconomics of Animal RearingSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineEconomics of Animal Rearing29 May, 2026Contradictions within India’s cow protection regime, Pg8Cow protection laws: Examining efficacy, politics, and impact on farmers' income and cattle population trends across Indian states.29 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsMake Together For the World: From Trade to Co-Production & Supply Chains, Pg5Italy eyes €20 billion trade with India by 2029, boosting investment and co-production through enhanced financial support and strategic partnerships.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment Models29 May, 2026Make Together For the World: From Trade to Co-Production & Supply Chains, Pg5Italy eyes €20 billion trade with India by 2029, boosting investment and co-production through enhanced financial support and strategic partnerships.29 May, 2026
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment BudgetingMoney Laundering and its PreventionStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment BudgetingMoney Laundering and its PreventionWhy SC online gaming tax verdict could be a final death blow to sector, Pg15Supreme Court upholds 28% GST on online gaming retrospectively, jeopardizing sector facing Rs 2.5 lakh crore tax demands.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment BudgetingMoney Laundering and its PreventionStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment BudgetingMoney Laundering and its Prevention29 May, 2026Why SC online gaming tax verdict could be a final death blow to sector, Pg15Supreme Court upholds 28% GST on online gaming retrospectively, jeopardizing sector facing Rs 2.5 lakh crore tax demands.29 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyAnti-dumping duties on chemicals a key ‘concern’, Pg15India reconsiders anti-dumping duties on chemical imports amid West Asia crisis, aiming to balance domestic industry protection and MSME competitiveness.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the Economy29 May, 2026Anti-dumping duties on chemicals a key ‘concern’, Pg15India reconsiders anti-dumping duties on chemical imports amid West Asia crisis, aiming to balance domestic industry protection and MSME competitiveness.29 May, 2026
Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorGovernment BudgetingVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorGovernment BudgetingHealth expenses dip as govt. spend rises, Pg14India witnesses 21% dip in out-of-pocket health expenses since 2014, driven by increased government spending and wellness centers.Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorGovernment BudgetingVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorGovernment Budgeting28 May, 2026Health expenses dip as govt. spend rises, Pg14India witnesses 21% dip in out-of-pocket health expenses since 2014, driven by increased government spending and wellness centers.28 May, 2026
Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateAMCA fighter project moves ahead as Centre issues RFP to shortlisted firms, Pg12Defence Ministry issues RFP for indigenous AMCA fighter project to L&T, Tata Advanced Systems, and Bharat Forge consortia.Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate28 May, 2026AMCA fighter project moves ahead as Centre issues RFP to shortlisted firms, Pg12Defence Ministry issues RFP for indigenous AMCA fighter project to L&T, Tata Advanced Systems, and Bharat Forge consortia.28 May, 2026
Government BudgetingPublic Distribution SystemGovernment BudgetingPublic Distribution SystemFinancial outlay for SARTHAK-PDS scheme for five years, Pg10SARTHAK-PDS scheme gets five-year extension with ₹25,530 crore outlay; Central assistance norms revised for foodgrain movement.Government BudgetingPublic Distribution SystemGovernment BudgetingPublic Distribution System28 May, 2026Financial outlay for SARTHAK-PDS scheme for five years, Pg10SARTHAK-PDS scheme gets five-year extension with ₹25,530 crore outlay; Central assistance norms revised for foodgrain movement.28 May, 2026
Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food SecuritySocialist states want greater role for gold, Pg9Socialist nations advocate for gold's enhanced role in global finance, aiming to dismantle currency monopolies at UNCTAD IV meet.Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food Security28 May, 2026Socialist states want greater role for gold, Pg9Socialist nations advocate for gold's enhanced role in global finance, aiming to dismantle currency monopolies at UNCTAD IV meet.28 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and DegradationTariffs to carbon, the new rules shaping India’s trade, Pg8EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses challenges for India's carbon-intensive exports, impacting competitiveness and fertilizer prices.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and Degradation28 May, 2026Tariffs to carbon, the new rules shaping India’s trade, Pg8EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses challenges for India's carbon-intensive exports, impacting competitiveness and fertilizer prices.28 May, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentNew coal mine cleared in 'high conservation zone' Hasdeo forest, Pg9Controversial clearance granted for Kente coal mine in Hasdeo forest, Chhattisgarh, amid tribal protests and environmental concerns.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment28 May, 2026New coal mine cleared in 'high conservation zone' Hasdeo forest, Pg9Controversial clearance granted for Kente coal mine in Hasdeo forest, Chhattisgarh, amid tribal protests and environmental concerns.28 May, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovt calls for crackdown on fuel diversion, Pg18Government combats fuel diversion amidst rising global prices, ensuring adequate domestic supply and urging states to enforce regulations against hoarding.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices28 May, 2026Govt calls for crackdown on fuel diversion, Pg18Government combats fuel diversion amidst rising global prices, ensuring adequate domestic supply and urging states to enforce regulations against hoarding.28 May, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment BudgetingStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment BudgetingSupreme Court upholds 28% retrospective tax on online gaming, Pg18Supreme Court validates 28% GST on online gaming, categorizing it as betting and gambling, overturning Karnataka High Court's decision.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment BudgetingStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment Budgeting28 May, 2026Supreme Court upholds 28% retrospective tax on online gaming, Pg18Supreme Court validates 28% GST on online gaming, categorizing it as betting and gambling, overturning Karnataka High Court's decision.28 May, 2026