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

India can comfortably cater to PNG demand: govt., Pg1

India eyes 30 crore PNG connections relying on domestic LNG production amid West Asia tensions, incentivizing transition to piped gas.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Entanglement: spooky action, Pg2

Scientists achieve momentum entanglement with helium atoms, paving way for quantum physics and gravity research, defying classical physics.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Space TechnologyGS4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Earth’s orbits are filling up because governance hasn’t kept pace, Pg2

Global space governance lags behind technological advancements, risking orbital environment; India's role in shaping ethical norms crucial amid growing commercialization.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: World HistoryGS1: Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

A bully blinks, Pg6

US foreign policy under Trump administration likened to 'schoolyard bully' after actions against Venezuela, Cuba, and Iran.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Unexpected surge, Pg6

India's industrial growth unexpectedly surges to 5.2% in February 2026, driven by manufacturing and capital goods sectors.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS1: ArchitectureGS1: World WarsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout, Pg6

Netanyahu's war escalates as US-Israel military operations against Iran continue, risking global oil crisis and wider conflict across West Asia.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Counting people is not counting disaster risk, Pg6

Flawed Finance Commission formula penalizes disaster-prone states like Odisha due to population-based exposure metrics, impacting disaster funding.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Constitutional BodiesGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

An impeachment move with no winners, Pg7

Opposition's impeachment move against CEC highlights concerns over electoral roll revisions and impartiality, raising questions on ECI's credibility and eroding trust.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Prosperity brigade and youth service corps to go, Pg7

Tamil Nadu government to dissolve Prosperity Brigade and Youth Service Corps due to politicization and unsatisfactory rural economy contributions.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

On global tensions and India’s economy, Pg8

Geopolitical tensions expose India's macroeconomic vulnerabilities: Rupee dips to ₹95, crude hits $156, impacting fiscal stability and household budgets.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Funds released by the Centre under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, Pg8

Jal Shakti Ministry disburses ₹1,561.53 crore to five states under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 for 2025-26 after MoU compliance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health SectorGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Looking into the continuing costs of India's COVID-19 policy, Pg9

Analysis reveals critical failures in India's COVID-19 response, highlighting logistical breakdowns, undercounting of deaths, and neglected vulnerable populations.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

SC wants practical SOP to combat human trafficking, Pg12

Supreme Court mandates practical SOP for swift action in human trafficking cases, emphasizing immediate police response and victim recovery.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Defence Ministry signs ₹1,950-crore deal with BEL, Pg12

Defence Ministry inks ₹1,950-crore deal with BEL for advanced mountain radars enhancing Indian Air Force's surveillance capabilities.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Sanand ‘bridge’ to Silicon Valley: PM on rise in semiconductor ecosystem, Pg12

PM Modi inaugurates Kaynes Semicon plant in Sanand, envisions India as semiconductor hub with $100B market by 2030.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Space Technology

NASA begins Artemis II countdown, Pg2

NASA commences Artemis II countdown, aiming for humanity's first lunar mission in 53 years with a diverse astronaut crew.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS1: Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Japan deploys first long-range missiles, boosts strike capability, Pg2

Japan deploys upgraded Type-12 long-range missiles with 1,000km range, enhancing deterrence amid regional security concerns and signaling defense commitment.

GS 2: International RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

China, Pakistan propose peace plan for West Asia, seek end to hostilities, Pg2

China and Pakistan propose five-point peace plan for West Asia, urging immediate cessation of hostilities and dialogue to resolve conflicts.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Coming days decisive: US; will hit American firms from today: Iran, Pg3

Iran threatens US firms amidst escalating conflict; US warns of decisive days ahead as European allies resist military operations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India may get first Iran crude since 2019 after tanker signals Gujarat port as its destination, Pg3

India set to resume Iranian crude oil imports after 2019, facilitated by US sanctions waiver amid geopolitical tensions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: E Governance

OUR CENSUS, OUR DEVELOPMENT, Pg7

Indian government introduces self-enumeration option for census via online portal, aiming for time-saving, accurate data collection.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Lavrov to visit Delhi mid May for BRICS meet, Pg11

Lavrov to visit Delhi for BRICS meet amid India's energy concerns due to West Asia conflict.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

A task still lies ahead in former Red Corridor, Pg12

Maoist insurgency weakens significantly, prompting focus on development and justice in former Red Corridor regions to prevent future unrest.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

How Naxal deadline was met with a two-pronged approach, Pg12

Naxalism faces near-elimination by March 2026 deadline through strategic security operations and infrastructure development in Bastar region.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India has rare opportunity to re-imagine neighbourhood policy. Trade is key, Pg13

India poised to revamp neighbourhood policy focusing trade, connectivity, and mutual benefits amid shifting geopolitical landscape and new leadership in neighboring countries.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Health Sector

India faces challenge in meeting 2030 maternal mortality goals, shows study, Pg16

Lancet study reveals India's struggle to meet 2030 maternal mortality goals, despite significant improvements since 1990, highlighting regional disparities.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Behind PM’s ethanol pitch at Jewar: UP’s cane belt, 50 lakh farmers & 2027 polls, Pg16

UP's ethanol production surges, fueled by sugarcane farmers, ahead of 2027 elections, promising economic and political gains.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Regulated gas price for ONGC, OIL raised, Pg17

Government increases regulated gas price for ONGC and OIL to $7/mmBtu, impacting legacy field production costs and profitability.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

‘Prepare for prolonged disruption to energy markets’, Pg17

EU energy chief warns of prolonged energy market disruption due to Iran war, urging preparedness for jet fuel shortages.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI extends export realisation timeline amid persistent global disruptions, supply chain risks, Pg17

RBI extends export realization timeline to June 2026 amid West Asia crisis, easing exporter payment pressures and bolstering trade.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

CBIC rolls out trade reforms to enhance biz, Pg17

CBIC eliminates Rs 10 lakh consignment value cap on courier exports, streamlining e-commerce and import/export processes from April 1.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

US trade chief sees only limited role for WTO after failed meeting, Pg17

US trade chief diminishes WTO's role after failed meeting; seeks alternative trade arrangements with allies post e-commerce moratorium lapse.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

I-T department signs record 219 APAs in FY26, Pg17

Income Tax Department achieves record 219 APAs in FY24, surpassing 1,000 total agreements, boosting tax certainty and ease of business.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Telangana's gig workers law: The legislation, and how other states have fared, Pg19

Telangana passes gig workers' bill ensuring social security and welfare; joins other states in regulating platform-based work and protecting gig workers.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS3: Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Iran war: Agrochemicals stress and inflation worry, Pg19

Iran war threatens India's agrochemical supply, potentially raising fertilizer and pesticide costs, impacting crop yields and food prices.

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