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

From PCOS to PMOS: understanding the reasons for name change, Pg2

PCOS Rebranded as PMOS: Aims to broaden diagnostic criteria, reduce stigma, and improve women's healthcare by 2028.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS2: Health SectorGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

​Cooling doctrine, Pg10

India needs a national cooling doctrine ensuring safe indoor temperatures as a public health entitlement, focusing on sustainable solutions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The Iran war, India’s strategic autonomy challenges, Pg10

Iran war challenges India's strategic autonomy amid US unilateralism, testing foreign policy agility and diversification efforts with Europe.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS3: Inclusive GrowthGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s labour market shows gains, but challenges persist, Pg12

PLFS 2025 reveals India's Labour Force Participation Rate at 59% with declining youth unemployment, improved female participation, and wage growth.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Capital flight and pressure on the rupee, Pg12

Capital flight threatens Indian Rupee amidst global uncertainty; RBI interventions and import duties on gold prove insufficient to resolve vulnerabilities.

GS 2: International RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India backs two-state solution for Palestine issue, says Jaishankar at BRICS meeting, Pg14

Jaishankar reaffirms India's commitment to two-state solution for Palestine, urges dialogue amidst BRICS ministerial meet, addressing regional conflicts.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Constitutional Bodies

Free and fair elections are dependent on a truly independent poll body: SC, Pg15

Supreme Court questions government's role in CEC/ECs appointment, emphasizing the need for an independent Election Commission for free and fair elections.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS2: Education SectorGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

NTA ignored SC directions to overhaul system after 2024 leak: medical body petition, Pg15

Medical body urges Supreme Court intervention in NEET-UG exam irregularities due to NTA's systemic failures and digital breaches.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran listening, India says safe Hormuz key to economic health, Pg1

Jaishankar highlights Hormuz Strait's safety for global economy amidst vessel seizure and heightened tensions between Iran and US.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Constitutional Bodies

Why minister, why not a neutral person in panel to pick ECs: SC, Pg1

Supreme Court questions the Election Commissioners' selection process, advocating for a neutral member to ensure impartiality and perceived independence.

GS 2: International RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Talking Trade, Tehran, Taiwan, Pg1

Xi warns Trump: Taiwan disagreement could trigger US-China conflict amid trade talk progress during Beijing summit.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

To attract foreign investors, Govt considers cut in withholding tax, Pg1

Government mulls withholding tax cut on bonds to lure foreign investors amid forex reserve concerns and geopolitical tensions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

BRICS, Pg2

BRICS nations discuss West Asia conflict, Strait of Hormuz tensions, and call for de-escalation amid Iran-UAE distrust.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Now, hydrogen shuttle buses in Central Vista, Pg4

Delhi Metro to launch hydrogen-powered shuttle buses in Central Vista, promoting green transport and reducing reliance on private vehicles.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS3: Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Centre to begin onion procurement today, 2 lakh tonne target set, Pg5

Centre initiates onion procurement drive with 2 lakh tonne target to stabilize prices and support farmers income.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS2: Representation of the People's Act

EC announces schedule for Phase 3 of SIR in 16 states, 3 UTs; process begins on May 30, Pg6

Election Commission announces Phase 3 of Special Summary Revision (SIR) in 16 states, 3 UTs starting May 30.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeEthicsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Custodial killings 'worst kind of crime': Fresh probe ordered in over 260 cases, Pg9

Jharkhand HC orders fresh probe into 260 custodial deaths, slams state for bypassing mandatory judicial inquiries, terming it 'administrative lawlessness'.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India needs to win back foreign investors. Three things to do, Pg10

India strategizes to regain foreign investor confidence amidst global economic shifts, proposing tax reforms and competitiveness boosts.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Health Sector

Court shows the way, law must follow, Pg11

Supreme Court champions women's reproductive rights, urging MTP Act amendment for late-term abortions based on psychological distress and autonomy.

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

What is PCOS and why does renaming it to PMOS matter?, Pg13

PCOS renamed to PMOS globally, reflecting its complex nature beyond ovaries, impacting diagnosis and treatment approaches.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Behind govt ban on sugar exports: Iran war, El Niño, Pg13

Anticipating El Niño's impact and potential fertilizer shortages due to geopolitical tensions, the government prohibits sugar exports until September 2026.

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 InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

PM's Europe trip: New alliances for new uncertainties, Pg13

PM Modi's Europe tour aims to forge strategic alliances amidst global uncertainties, focusing on trade, technology, and geopolitical cooperation.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Two India-bound LPG tankers cross Hormuz, Pg17

India secures vital LPG shipments as tankers navigate Hormuz Strait amidst geopolitical tensions, easing energy supply concerns.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: IT and Computers

How AI-focused GCCs are challenging traditional IT services, Pg17

India's GCCs transform into AI-driven hubs, employing 2.36 million and generating $98.4 billion revenue by FY26.

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