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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran, Pg1

U.S. and Israel launch joint strikes on Iran, escalating regional tensions amidst disrupted flights and casualties, raising global security concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1

Airlines reroute flights as DGCA issues safety advisory for airspace over 11 West Asian countries amid escalating regional tensions.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

AAIB releases its initial report on crash that killed Ajit Pawar, Pg6

AAIB report reveals lapses in Baramati airfield safety leading to fatal crash, recommends urgent upgrades and stricter oversight.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Canada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6

Canada and India negotiate comprehensive economic partnership agreement aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030, focusing on strategic partnership.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS2: Indian Diaspora

India calls for respecting ‘sovereignty and territorial integrity’ of all countries, Pg7

India urges de-escalation amid US-Iran conflict, prioritizes citizen safety, and respects sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 1: World GeographyGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7

West Asia airspace closure strands passengers as tensions escalate; Indian airlines cancel flights, DGCA issues safety advisory until March 2.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

PM launches Micron ATMP plant in Gujarat, Pg7

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's ₹22,516 crore ATMP plant in Gujarat, boosting India's semiconductor manufacturing and creating numerous job opportunities.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

On this Rare Diseases Day, unspent budget and untreated patients remain a concern, Pg8

Rare Diseases Day exposes ₹271Cr unspent funds amid halted treatments, leaving vulnerable patients in critical condition and awaiting Supreme Court intervention.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Nine Botswana cheetahs released into Kuno park, Pg8

Nine Botswana cheetahs bolster India's reintroduction efforts, raising the total population to 48 under Project Cheetah.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Public Distribution System

Centre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8

Government suspends rice fortification scheme citing IIT Kharagpur study on nutrient loss and shelf life concerns, activists hail decision.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS3: Space Technology

Radio whistles are first clear sign of Mars lightning, Pg10

NASA's MAVEN mission detects radio waves, confirming lightning on Mars caused by charged dust grains during storms.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 1: World HistoryGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Mosquitoes began biting hominins 1.8 million years ago: study, Pg10

Mosquitoes started biting hominins 1.8 million years ago in Southeast Asia, potentially spreading diseases, reveals new phylogenomic study.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Biotechnology

A small piece of RNA copies itself, hinting at how life began, Pg10

Scientists create QT45, a self-replicating RNA molecule, offering insights into the origins of life on Earth.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Biotechnology

Protein in blood could be ‘universal’ ageing marker, Pg10

Neurofilament light chain (NfL) identified as potential universal marker for aging across species, enabling blood test for aging rate.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11

India and Brazil sign MoU focusing on rare earth minerals exploration, strengthening supply chains and boosting competitiveness in critical sectors.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand?, Pg11

India-U.S. trade deal faces uncertainty after U.S. Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, impacting negotiations and future agreements.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

PM launches US firm's chip unit in Gujarat: 'Part of global supply chain', Pg3

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's semiconductor plant in Gujarat, signaling India's entry into the global chip supply chain with US partnership.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

CCPA fines firm Rs 8L for misleading ads claiming infants can walk at eight months, Pg4

CCPA penalizes Raising Superstars Enterprises with ₹8L fine for deceptive ads promising accelerated infant development, misleading vulnerable parents.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticeGS3: Inclusive GrowthGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Bihar's new law limits borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorised loans, Pg4

Bihar's new microfinance law caps borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorized loans, and coercive repayments to protect vulnerable populations.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

PM launches HPV vaccination drive for 14-yr-old girls, Pg8

PM launches HPV vaccination drive targeting 14-year-old girls, aiming to prevent cervical cancer and empower women's health nationwide.

GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS1: ArchitectureGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Karnataka village rediscovers ancient heritage after teenager unearths 'pot of gold,' sparking renewed interest in Lakkundi's historical significance.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Israel, US strike Iran: Impact on oil, energy flow via Strait of Hormuz, Pg13

US-Iran conflict escalates as Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global oil supply; India faces import bill surge.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India-EU trade deal text falls short on recognising local CBAM accreditors, Pg13

India-EU trade deal's CBAM text disappoints, failing to recognize local accreditors, adding compliance burden for Indian exporters from January 2026.

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