UPSC Current Affairs 12 June 2026

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Trump backs off from Iran strikes, signals deal is likely, Pg1

Trump abruptly halts Iran strikes after tit-for-tat military exchanges, claiming high-level talks approved, despite earlier threats to seize Kharg Island and close Strait of Hormuz.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Trump backs off from Iran strikes, signals deal is likely, Pg1

Trump abruptly halts Iran strikes after tit-for-tat military exchanges, claiming high-level talks approved, despite earlier threats to seize Kharg Island and close Strait of Hormuz.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

U.S. hits one more vessel with Indian crew off Oman, Pg1

U.S. strikes bitumen carrier Jalveer with 20 Indian seafarers off Oman, marking third incident; India lodges strong protest over maritime attacks.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

U.S. hits one more vessel with Indian crew off Oman, Pg1

U.S. strikes bitumen carrier Jalveer with 20 Indian seafarers off Oman, marking third incident; India lodges strong protest over maritime attacks.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC: homemakers build nation, work worth at least ₹30,000 a month, Pg1

Landmark SC ruling values homemakers' unpaid domestic work at ₹30,000 monthly for accident compensation, hailing them as 'nation builders'.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

SC: homemakers build nation, work worth at least ₹30,000 a month, Pg1

Landmark SC ruling values homemakers' unpaid domestic work at ₹30,000 monthly for accident compensation, hailing them as 'nation builders'.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Health Sector

Contraceptive use and the weight women carry: insights from NFHS-6, Pg2

NFHS-6 exposes India's reproductive health crisis: 20% early marriages, female sterilization dominance, and limited agency, demanding urgent policy shifts for women's empowerment.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Health Sector

Contraceptive use and the weight women carry: insights from NFHS-6, Pg2

NFHS-6 exposes India's reproductive health crisis: 20% early marriages, female sterilization dominance, and limited agency, demanding urgent policy shifts for women's empowerment.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

FCRA Bill — expanding state control over civil society, Pg8

FCRA Bill 2026 expands state control over NGOs, allowing asset vesting without judicial review, threatening civil society, minority institutions, and constitutional rights.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders

FCRA Bill — expanding state control over civil society, Pg8

FCRA Bill 2026 expands state control over NGOs, allowing asset vesting without judicial review, threatening civil society, minority institutions, and constitutional rights.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections

Implementation complete, but workers still vulnerable, Pg8

New labour code rules, implemented after six years, leave workers vulnerable, failing to address fixed-term employment, gig worker rights, and minimum wage clarity, sparking widespread criticism.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections

Implementation complete, but workers still vulnerable, Pg8

New labour code rules, implemented after six years, leave workers vulnerable, failing to address fixed-term employment, gig worker rights, and minimum wage clarity, sparking widespread criticism.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Should India incentivise bigger families?, Pg9

Andhra Pradesh offers cash for more children as India's TFR drops to 1.9, sparking debate on population incentives, federalism, and demographic shifts.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

Should India incentivise bigger families?, Pg9

Andhra Pradesh offers cash for more children as India's TFR drops to 1.9, sparking debate on population incentives, federalism, and demographic shifts.

GS 1: Modern History GS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsPrelimsGS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

The Darwin of Botany, Pg9

"Darwin of Botany" Sir J.C. Bose lauded in London, championing science for India's industrial and agricultural prosperity.

GS 1: Modern History GS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsPrelimsGS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

The Darwin of Botany, Pg9

"Darwin of Botany" Sir J.C. Bose lauded in London, championing science for India's industrial and agricultural prosperity.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Investment Models GS3: IT and Computers

Opportunities presented by India’s data centre ecosystem, Pg10

India's data centre ecosystem, fueled by AI and digital transformation, projects a massive $280 billion order book by 2035, attracting significant investments.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Investment Models GS3: IT and Computers

Opportunities presented by India’s data centre ecosystem, Pg10

India's data centre ecosystem, fueled by AI and digital transformation, projects a massive $280 billion order book by 2035, attracting significant investments.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Why is Nicobar debating elections?, Pg10

Nicobar tribal councils debate Centre's proposed electoral system for self-governance, fearing bureaucratization and undermining traditional authority amid Great Nicobar project opposition.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Why is Nicobar debating elections?, Pg10

Nicobar tribal councils debate Centre's proposed electoral system for self-governance, fearing bureaucratization and undermining traditional authority amid Great Nicobar project opposition.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

France backs ‘Make in India’ in defence, signals new model for Rafale deal, Pg12

France commits to 'Make in India' for Rafale deal, signaling a new co-development and equal partnership model for defence cooperation with India.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

France backs ‘Make in India’ in defence, signals new model for Rafale deal, Pg12

France commits to 'Make in India' for Rafale deal, signaling a new co-development and equal partnership model for defence cooperation with India.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Vulnerable Sections

Child assessments must be done in custody cases with ‘minimum intrusion’: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates 'minimum intrusion' for child assessments in custody cases, especially sexual abuse, prioritizing child's trauma over parental demands.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Vulnerable Sections

Child assessments must be done in custody cases with ‘minimum intrusion’: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates 'minimum intrusion' for child assessments in custody cases, especially sexual abuse, prioritizing child's trauma over parental demands.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Vulnerable Sections

After many extensions, panel’s report on SC status for Dalit converts ready, Pg14

Justice Balakrishnan Commission completes pivotal report on Scheduled Caste status for Dalit converts, poised to impact a 20-year Supreme Court legal battle.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Vulnerable Sections

After many extensions, panel’s report on SC status for Dalit converts ready, Pg14

Justice Balakrishnan Commission completes pivotal report on Scheduled Caste status for Dalit converts, poised to impact a 20-year Supreme Court legal battle.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

‘India likely to be invited to join Hormuz security initiative’, Pg16

France proposes India join multinational Strait of Hormuz security initiative for navigation freedom, discussed at G7 Summit amid West Asia tensions.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

‘India likely to be invited to join Hormuz security initiative’, Pg16

France proposes India join multinational Strait of Hormuz security initiative for navigation freedom, discussed at G7 Summit amid West Asia tensions.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

NITI AAYOG GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING: PM calls for district GDP estimates, CMs press for affordable energy, Pg1

PM Modi urges states for district GDP estimates at NITI Aayog meeting, while CMs press for affordable energy.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and Remedies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

NITI AAYOG GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING: PM calls for district GDP estimates, CMs press for affordable energy, Pg1

PM Modi urges states for district GDP estimates at NITI Aayog meeting, while CMs press for affordable energy.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Disaster Management GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Health Sector GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Kerala's 1st Nipah case this yr: Trader whose godown had fruit bats hospitalised, Pg2

Kerala's Kozhikode district declares high alert after first 2026 Nipah case linked to fruit bats, initiating rapid response, contact tracing, and quarantine measures.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Disaster Management GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Health Sector GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Kerala's 1st Nipah case this yr: Trader whose godown had fruit bats hospitalised, Pg2

Kerala's Kozhikode district declares high alert after first 2026 Nipah case linked to fruit bats, initiating rapid response, contact tracing, and quarantine measures.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

In Kashmir village once known for its springs, mining leaves river scarred, fields barren, Pg8

Kashmir's Sukhnag river devastated by unscientific mining, leaving fields barren; NGT panel flags irreversible hydrogeological damage, calls for moratorium.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

In Kashmir village once known for its springs, mining leaves river scarred, fields barren, Pg8

Kashmir's Sukhnag river devastated by unscientific mining, leaving fields barren; NGT panel flags irreversible hydrogeological damage, calls for moratorium.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Green energy can't yet bend climate curve, Pg11

New IGCC report reveals global warming surged to 1.37°C, warns 1.5°C carbon budget depletes in three years despite record renewable energy installations.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Green energy can't yet bend climate curve, Pg11

New IGCC report reveals global warming surged to 1.37°C, warns 1.5°C carbon budget depletes in three years despite record renewable energy installations.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernanceEthicsPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS4: Accountability and Ethical Governance

ED in dock again, needs to be held to account, Pg11

Delhi High Court quashes ED/EOW cases against NewsClick, indicting agencies for 'gross abuse of law' and demanding accountability for weaponizing legal proceedings.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernanceEthicsPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS4: Accountability and Ethical Governance

ED in dock again, needs to be held to account, Pg11

Delhi High Court quashes ED/EOW cases against NewsClick, indicting agencies for 'gross abuse of law' and demanding accountability for weaponizing legal proceedings.

GS 3: Economy GS 1: Modern History GS 2: Governance GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Industrial Revolution GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

R&D underspending in India has no one cause. It's systemic as well as cultural, Pg11

India's chronic R&D underspending stems from a complex interplay of captive markets, colonial legacy, premature financialisation, and democratic uncertainty, hindering long-term innovation.

GS 3: Economy GS 1: Modern History GS 2: Governance GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Industrial Revolution GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

R&D underspending in India has no one cause. It's systemic as well as cultural, Pg11

India's chronic R&D underspending stems from a complex interplay of captive markets, colonial legacy, premature financialisation, and democratic uncertainty, hindering long-term innovation.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India-Myanmar ties will remain limited, Pg12

India cautiously engages Myanmar's military regime, balancing strategic interests, security threats, and China's regional dominance, despite internal conflicts.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India-Myanmar ties will remain limited, Pg12

India cautiously engages Myanmar's military regime, balancing strategic interests, security threats, and China's regional dominance, despite internal conflicts.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

In PoK protests, weight of history, woes of the present, Pg15

Violent protests erupt in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, claiming 15 lives over economic woes and political representation, drawing India's condemnation and international attention to disputed territories.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

In PoK protests, weight of history, woes of the present, Pg15

Violent protests erupt in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, claiming 15 lives over economic woes and political representation, drawing India's condemnation and international attention to disputed territories.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS3: Government Budgeting GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Centre waives excise duty on ethanol-blended petrol, Pg16

Amidst soaring fuel costs, Centre slashes excise duty to nil on E22-E30 ethanol-blended petrol, boosting green fuel adoption.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS3: Government Budgeting GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Centre waives excise duty on ethanol-blended petrol, Pg16

Amidst soaring fuel costs, Centre slashes excise duty to nil on E22-E30 ethanol-blended petrol, boosting green fuel adoption.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

World Bank raises India’s FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, Pg16

World Bank elevates India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, highlighting robust domestic demand despite global economic slowdown.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

World Bank raises India’s FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, Pg16

World Bank elevates India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, highlighting robust domestic demand despite global economic slowdown.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

‘Single price for multi-exchange stocks’, Pg16

SEBI proposes harmonized pricing for multi-exchange stocks, addressing divergence from non-trading on certain platforms to ensure market fairness.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

‘Single price for multi-exchange stocks’, Pg16

SEBI proposes harmonized pricing for multi-exchange stocks, addressing divergence from non-trading on certain platforms to ensure market fairness.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Poverty and Hunger GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

1.3 million risk falling to hunger, says UN agency, Pg20

UN agency warns 1.3 million Sri Lankans face acute hunger due to West Asia crisis, exacerbating existing food insecurity.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Poverty and Hunger GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

1.3 million risk falling to hunger, says UN agency, Pg20

UN agency warns 1.3 million Sri Lankans face acute hunger due to West Asia crisis, exacerbating existing food insecurity.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UN mission in Afghanistan confirms death toll of 13 civilians in Pak airstrikes, Pg20

UNAMA confirms 13 civilians, including 11 children, killed in Pakistani airstrikes on eastern Afghanistan, escalating regional cross-border conflict.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

UN mission in Afghanistan confirms death toll of 13 civilians in Pak airstrikes, Pg20

UNAMA confirms 13 civilians, including 11 children, killed in Pakistani airstrikes on eastern Afghanistan, escalating regional cross-border conflict.

News Analysis

Trump backs off from Iran strikes, signals deal is likely, Pg1

Trump backs off from Iran strikes, signals deal is likely, Pg1

U.S. hits one more vessel with Indian crew off Oman, Pg1

U.S. hits one more vessel with Indian crew off Oman, Pg1

SC: homemakers build nation, work worth at least ₹30,000 a month, Pg1

SC: homemakers build nation, work worth at least ₹30,000 a month, Pg1

Contraceptive use and the weight women carry: insights from NFHS-6, Pg2

Contraceptive use and the weight women carry: insights from NFHS-6, Pg2

FCRA Bill — expanding state control over civil society, Pg8

FCRA Bill — expanding state control over civil society, Pg8

Implementation complete, but workers still vulnerable, Pg8

Implementation complete, but workers still vulnerable, Pg8

Should India incentivise bigger families?, Pg9

Should India incentivise bigger families?, Pg9

The Darwin of Botany, Pg9

The Darwin of Botany, Pg9

Opportunities presented by India’s data centre ecosystem, Pg10

Opportunities presented by India’s data centre ecosystem, Pg10

Why is Nicobar debating elections?, Pg10

Why is Nicobar debating elections?, Pg10

France backs ‘Make in India’ in defence, signals new model for Rafale deal, Pg12

France backs ‘Make in India’ in defence, signals new model for Rafale deal, Pg12

Child assessments must be done in custody cases with ‘minimum intrusion’: SC, Pg14

Child assessments must be done in custody cases with ‘minimum intrusion’: SC, Pg14

After many extensions, panel’s report on SC status for Dalit converts ready, Pg14

After many extensions, panel’s report on SC status for Dalit converts ready, Pg14

‘India likely to be invited to join Hormuz security initiative’, Pg16

‘India likely to be invited to join Hormuz security initiative’, Pg16

NITI AAYOG GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING: PM calls for district GDP estimates, CMs press for affordable energy, Pg1

NITI AAYOG GOVERNING COUNCIL MEETING: PM calls for district GDP estimates, CMs press for affordable energy, Pg1

Kerala's 1st Nipah case this yr: Trader whose godown had fruit bats hospitalised, Pg2

Kerala's 1st Nipah case this yr: Trader whose godown had fruit bats hospitalised, Pg2

In Kashmir village once known for its springs, mining leaves river scarred, fields barren, Pg8

In Kashmir village once known for its springs, mining leaves river scarred, fields barren, Pg8

Green energy can't yet bend climate curve, Pg11

Green energy can't yet bend climate curve, Pg11

ED in dock again, needs to be held to account, Pg11

ED in dock again, needs to be held to account, Pg11

R&D underspending in India has no one cause. It's systemic as well as cultural, Pg11

R&D underspending in India has no one cause. It's systemic as well as cultural, Pg11

India-Myanmar ties will remain limited, Pg12

India-Myanmar ties will remain limited, Pg12

In PoK protests, weight of history, woes of the present, Pg15

In PoK protests, weight of history, woes of the present, Pg15

Centre waives excise duty on ethanol-blended petrol, Pg16

Centre waives excise duty on ethanol-blended petrol, Pg16

World Bank raises India’s FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, Pg16

World Bank raises India’s FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, Pg16

‘Single price for multi-exchange stocks’, Pg16

‘Single price for multi-exchange stocks’, Pg16

1.3 million risk falling to hunger, says UN agency, Pg20

1.3 million risk falling to hunger, says UN agency, Pg20

UN mission in Afghanistan confirms death toll of 13 civilians in Pak airstrikes, Pg20

UN mission in Afghanistan confirms death toll of 13 civilians in Pak airstrikes, Pg20

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