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GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS2: Health Sector

Dengue cases linked to climate change in Asia and the Americas, Pg10

Dengue cases surge in Asia, Americas due to climate change; projected to rise 76% by 2050, says study.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

The way forward on Katchatheevu, Palk Strait disputes, Pg8

India and Sri Lanka revisit Katchatheevu and Palk Strait disputes, emphasizing cooperation, conservation, and humane approaches to resolve the fisheries crisis.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Political instability, economic difficulties behind Nepal’s rage, Pg9

Nepal's Gen Z protests erupt due to political instability, unemployment, and heavy remittance dependence, exposing deep-seated societal inequalities.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

The projected decline in revenue of Indian shrimp in FY26, Pg10

Indian shrimp revenue projected to decline 12% in FY26 due to US tariff impacting trade flows.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC flags Governors sitting on Bills as Centre terms dispute a ‘false alarm’, Pg13

Supreme Court questions Governors' prolonged delays on Bills; Centre defends collaborative constitutional spirit amid State concerns over assent timelines.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce

Opposition questions non-tariff barriers for agricultural exports, Pg13

Opposition scrutinizes non-tariff barriers impacting Indian agricultural exports to Europe ahead of crucial EU-India Free Trade Agreement talks.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Art FormsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: E Governance

Digital platform to preserve tribal art, culture launched, Pg14

Tribal Affairs Ministry launches 'Adi Sanskriti', a digital platform to preserve tribal art, heritage, and provide online marketplace access.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Space Technology

ISRO inks agreement with HAL for transfer of SSLV technology, Pg14

ISRO partners with HAL to transfer SSLV technology, boosting private sector participation in space and aiming for cost-effective satellite launches.

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

Trump, Modi signal trade negotiations may resume, Pg1

India and U.S. signal resumption of trade negotiations amid tensions over tariffs and Russian oil imports.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

To build roads is to build peace, Pg9

Road construction in Maoist-hit areas improves governance, access, and security, countering insurgent influence by establishing state presence and rule of law.

GS 2: International RelationsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UN nuclear watchdog says new Iran deal covers ‘all facilities’, Pg16

UN nuclear watchdog secures new cooperation framework with Iran, encompassing all nuclear facilities amidst ongoing concerns over access and transparency.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Representation of the People's ActGS2: Constitutional Bodies

EC holds CEO conference; reviews preparedness for rolling out nationwide SIR, Pg13

Election Commission reviews nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) preparedness, aiming for inclusive voter lists and single schedule implementation across India.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 2: GovernanceGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Environmental Impact AssessmentGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Rampant development, not climate, pushing Himalayas to the edge, Pg2

Himalayan disasters exacerbated by rampant development, warns experts; calls for stringent environmental impact assessments and sustainable practices to mitigate risks.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Education Sector

Himachal declared 'fully literate': what does this mean?

Himachal Pradesh declared 'fully literate' based on 95% literacy, measured by ULLAS program's Functional Literacy Numeracy Assessment Test.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Automakers brace for hit on PLI benefits as RE magnet curbs from China continue

Chinese rare earth magnet export curbs threaten Indian automakers' PLI benefits, forcing expensive component imports and hindering domestic value addition.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS2: E GovernanceGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI-based app of AIIMS to help students avail counselling for mental health

AIIMS launches 'Never Alone' app using AI for student mental health, offering diagnosis and counselling via WhatsApp and QR code.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

To curb 'fake news', panel backs mandatory fact-check mechanism

Parliamentary panel advocates stricter penalties, mandatory fact-checking, and ombudsman for media to combat 'fake news' and misinformation effectively.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

The GST template

GST Council approves historic tax reforms, streamlining rates and boosting compliance, marking a new era for Indian economy.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: E Governance

How geotagging of buildings will work during Census, how it will help

India's 2027 Census to geotag all buildings for the first time, enhancing accuracy and workload management using GIS technology.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Government Budgeting

Month-long 'GST Bachat Utsav' from September 22

Government to launch 'GST Bachat Utsav' on September 22nd to ensure industry passes GST rate cut benefits to consumers.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Sariska boundary: Ministry to invite public objections, reconsider alteration plan

Ministry U-turns on Sariska Tiger Reserve boundary change, agreeing to public consultation after SC raises procedural concerns.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Environmental Impact AssessmentGS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

No public consultations for mining of critical and atomic minerals: Govt

Government exempts atomic and critical mineral mining from public consultation for 'national security', raising environmental concerns and fast-tracking project approvals.

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

Scientists get best view of merging black holes

Scientists capture clearest gravitational waves from black hole merger 1.3 billion light-years away, validating Einstein and Hawking's theories.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

How is it 'false alarm' when Bills kept pending for 4 years, SC asks Centre

Supreme Court questions Centre on pending bills, highlighting constitutional concerns over Governor's role and potential delays in legislative processes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Meta, TikTok win challenge against EU compliance fees for digital services

Meta and TikTok successfully challenge EU's Digital Services Act compliance fee calculation, court orders methodology fix within 12 months.

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

Fitch raises India’s GDP growth forecast for current fiscal

Fitch upgrades India's GDP growth forecast to 6.9% for FY26, driven by robust Q1 growth and strong domestic demand.

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