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GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Vodafone-Idea gets relief on AGR dues, Pg1

Vodafone Idea receives five-year AGR dues freeze, offering partial relief and protecting government's 49% stake in the struggling telecom firm.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Space Technology

India’s space programme, a people’s space journey, Pg10

India's space program propels forward with ambitious goals: lunar missions, space station, and global collaborations, fostering national pride and technological advancement.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

The U.S. tariff shock, India’s pharma future, Pg10

US tariffs threaten India's pharma exports; India seeks diversification, domestic reforms, and eastern alliances to maintain global pharmacy status.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Representation of the People's Act

Descent into farce, Pg10

ECI's Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls faces criticism for procedural chaos, inconsistencies, and potential disenfranchisement before key state elections.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS1: Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Hold the centre, Pg10

Bangladesh faces political uncertainty after Khaleda Zia's death and Sheikh Hasina's exile, amid rising instability and controversial elections.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeEthicsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS4: Contributions of Moral Thinkers and PhilosophersGS4: Laws, Rules and Conscience as Sources of Ethical Guidance

Ensuring that the value of all lives is the same, Pg11

Legal analysis reveals disparities in compensation for road accident fatalities, advocating for a universal 'dignity floor' to ensure equality.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: E GovernanceGS3: Robotics and Nanotechnology

On property registration and title, Pg12

Supreme Court pushes for land record reforms, suggests blockchain for secure, transparent property registration amidst 'traumatic' property transactions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Decade after GMR’s ouster, AAI to study Maldives request to run airport, Pg14

Maldives seeks Indian assistance to manage Hanimaadhoo Airport, a decade after GMR's controversial ouster from Male airport project.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Army’s animal contingent to debut at Republic Day parade, Pg15

Indian Army's animal contingent, including Bactrian camels and indigenous dog breeds, to debut at Republic Day parade, showcasing unique capabilities.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health Sector

National drug survey to examine indigenous substance use patterns, Pg16

National Drug Use Survey 2026 to assess indigenous substance use, socio-economic impacts across 20 lakh individuals nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health Sector

Ban on oral formulations of nimesulide over 100 mg, Pg16

Health Ministry bans oral nimesulide formulations above 100mg due to potential liver toxicity risks, effective immediately under Drugs and Cosmetics Act.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticeGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Centre pre-publishes draft Rules for four Labour Codes, Pg16

Centre's draft Labour Codes mandate 48-hour work week, address women's night shift safety, and redefine wage/social security norms.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Sex systems boost mitochondrial evolution in many kinds of insects, PgII

Research reveals insect sex determination systems influence mitochondrial DNA evolution rates, impacting biodiversity tracking and species identification accuracy.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Govt freezes Vodafone Idea's AGR dues of Rs 87,695 crore for 5 years, Pg4

Government approves relief package freezing Vodafone Idea's Rs 87,695 crore AGR dues, rescheduling payments to ensure viability and protect government stake.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Behind gig workers' strike on New Year's eve: A call for ban on 10-minute deliveries, Pg4

Gig workers strike against 10-minute deliveries, demanding fair wages, safety, and regulation under labour codes.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Banks' gross NPAs likely to improve to 1.9% by FY27, Pg4

RBI stress test projects banks' gross NPAs improving to 1.9% by FY27, even under adverse macroeconomic conditions.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

From Jan 1, star ratings must for appliances, Pg4

Energy efficiency star ratings made mandatory for refrigerators, TVs, LPG stoves, and other appliances starting January 1st, 2025.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS3: Government Budgeting

GST cut impact: Fiscal deficit widens on lagging tax collections, Pg4

India's fiscal deficit widens to 62.3% due to GST cuts, lagging tax collections, despite record RBI dividend transfer.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticeGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Night shift for women to safety net: Rules are out, Pg5

New labour codes mandate 48-hour workweek, allow women's night shifts with safety measures, and ensure gratuity for fixed-term employees.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health Sector

Nimesulide over 100 mg banned, cough syrup counter sale may stop, Pg5

Nimesulide dosages over 100mg banned due to health risks; cough syrups may require prescriptions, enhancing drug regulation.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

New year of hope for disabled military cadets: A new health cover that cuts costs, Pg5

Supreme Court extends ECHS benefits to disabled military cadets, offering free treatment and reducing financial burden, disability pension consideration is underway.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

US firm & NTPC to team up, fuel India's thorium ambitions, Pg5

US firm Clean Core and NTPC collaborate to fuel India's thorium ambitions, enhancing energy security and reducing nuclear waste.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Farm fires over, Delhi still choked: Report, Pg7

Delhi's PM2.5 levels surge 30% post-farm fires, CSE report reveals local emissions and regional inflows as key culprits.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Need to tackle all pollution sources, change approach, Pg8

Delhi's air pollution crisis demands year-round action, source control, and health-focused strategies to achieve National Clean Air Programme targets.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Tariffs are gone. Now, let's build on India-Australia pact, Pg10

Australia eliminates all tariffs on Indian goods, boosting bilateral trade to Rs 3 lakh crore under ECTA agreement.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Despite Trump, no turning back on climate, Pg10

Despite US skepticism, global climate diplomacy advances with increased renewable energy use and adaptation finance commitments by developed nations.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Behind copper's record 2025 rally: Tariffs, supply hit, AI demand, Pg15

Copper prices surge to record highs in 2025 due to Trump's tariffs, supply disruptions, AI demand, and a weakening dollar.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Representation of the People's ActGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Before top court in 2026: Matters of religion, citizenship, liberty, Pg15

India's Supreme Court faces scrutiny over judicial conduct, Collegium transparency, and key cases involving religion, free speech, and citizenship in 2026.

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