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GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Investment Models

Over ₹1.8 lakh crore invested under PLI schemes: govt., Pg1

₹1.88 lakh crore invested across 14 sectors under PLI schemes, generating ₹17 lakh crore in production and 12.3 lakh jobs.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Karnataka tables Bill to combat hate speech, Pg1

Karnataka's new Bill proposes strict penalties and imprisonment to curb hate speech and hate crimes, facing opposition in the Assembly.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: The Freedom StruggleGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures

The national song debate, a reading between the lines, Pg6

Debate erupts over Vande Mataram's historical context and current status, questioning government's intentions regarding national symbols and constitutional principles.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

A verdict that is an abdication of judicial function, Pg6

Supreme Court's verdict on Presidential Reference criticised for not setting timelines for constitutional authorities, potentially undermining constitutional ideals.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: PolityGS1: ArchitectureGS1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

​Truce in tatters, Pg6

Thai-Cambodia border dispute escalates after truce collapses, raising concerns over regional stability and ASEAN's role in de-escalation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

​AI must pay, Pg6

DPIIT proposes mandatory licensing for AI data scraping, ensuring content creators are remunerated by AI developers based on revenue.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Representation of the People's ActGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS4: Accountability and Ethical Governance

SIR and the annihilation of rights, Pg7

Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise threatens disenfranchisement by shifting compliance burden, mirroring exclusion tactics in welfare programs like MGNREGA.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticeGS1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Poverty and Hunger

Sudan civil war: Deepening humanitarian crisis, Pg7

Sudan's civil war triggers a 29% GDP contraction, mass displacement of 9.8 million, and escalating famine conditions amid RSF offensive.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting

Is India’s 8.2% growth rate sustainable?, Pg8

IMF's 'Grade C' for India's national income accounting raises concerns about the sustainability of its 8.2% growth rate.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Effects of Globalization on Indian SocietyGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Space Technology

Satellites, science, and the new fight for spectrum in space, Pg9

Global race intensifies for satellite spectrum and orbital slots amid megaconstellation boom, raising concerns over equity and sustainability.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

India gives tepid response to Russian push for Su-57, long-range drones and submarines, Pg10

India declines Russian offer of Su-57 fighters, drones, submarines amidst push for indigenous defence production, signalling shifting priorities.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Protected marine areas not part of offshore blocks: govt., Pg12

Government assures marine protected areas excluded from offshore mining blocks amid Kerala protests over potential ecological damage and livelihood threats.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Art Forms

Deepavali enters intangible heritage list, Pg12

UNESCO recognizes Deepavali as Intangible Cultural Heritage, celebrating India's festival of lights and its global cultural significance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Australia’s social media ban for under-16s takes effect, Pg14

Australia enforces world-first social media ban for under-16s, tech giants face hefty fines for non-compliance amid safety concerns.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Breeding project gives endangered western tragopan breathing space, PgII

Captive breeding boosts endangered Western Tragopan population in Himachal Pradesh, but rewilding efforts stall due to funding and research gaps.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

EU scientists say 2025 set to be second or third warmest year, PgII

EU scientists confirm 2025 as potentially second or third warmest year, surpassing pre-industrial levels by 1.5°C.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Delhi's offers best ever, but India hard nut to crack: US trade chief, Pg1

US-India trade talks face hurdles as US pushes agricultural exports, while India prioritizes protecting its farmers' interests amid tariff threats.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

7-10 yrs jail, collective punishment: Karnataka tables hate speech Bill, Pg1

Karnataka's new hate speech bill proposes up to 10 years jail for repeat offenders, sparking debate on free speech.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Far from Delhi, IIT-Madras researchers study how pollutants behave as they 'age', Pg4

IIT-Madras simulates Delhi's air pollution to study toxicity and evolution of pollutants, revealing disproportionate health impacts of particulate matter.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Role of Civil Services in a Democracy

Women's share in civil services up 11% in 5 years, Pg6

Women's representation in civil services surges by 11% in five years, reaching 35% in 2023, reveals government data.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Poverty and Hunger

Idea of poverty among Muslims needs to be corrected: New paper, Pg7

Study reveals India virtually eliminated extreme poverty by 2024; poverty rate among Muslims lower than Hindus.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: PolityGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Imran's fall, Munir's rise and the dangers of a dysfunctional Pakistan, Pg10

Pakistan's internal instability poses regional security risks; India navigates complex dynamics amid fragile equilibrium and evolving foreign policy challenges.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Belém to Copernicus, the climate challenge, Pg10

Copernicus data reveals alarming breach of 1.5°C threshold, signaling urgent need for COP30 climate action and resilience funding.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS2: E GovernanceGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India is model for digital infra. It can become one for AI, too, Pg10

India poised to lead in AI with focus on data jurisdiction, green infrastructure, and citizen empowerment through multilingual AI agents.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: GovernanceGS3: Inclusive GrowthGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Childcare, the growth lever that can't be ignored, Pg11

Investing in childcare infrastructure can unlock women's workforce potential, boost economic growth, and avert demographic deficit, says report.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Art FormsGS2: Indian DiasporaGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Deepavali now on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list, Pg13

UNESCO adds Deepavali to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, boosting India's cultural presence globally and recognizing the festival's universal appeal.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society

Top 10% earners in India get 58% of national income, bottom half 15%, Pg15

World Inequality Report 2026 reveals India's top 10% earn 58% of national income, bottom 50% get only 15%.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

In Australia's social media ban, template for the world (The law may set off a global push for young users’ online safety. India’s approach, meanwhile, is focused on parental consent), Pg17

Australia enforces social media age restrictions, setting global precedent; India focuses on parental consent under DPDP Act 2023.

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