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GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Russia backs AMCA, offers to make Su-57 jets in India, Pg1

Russia offers India Su-57 fighter jet production and AMCA support amid evolving energy trade dynamics and deepening defence cooperation.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Trump and MEA at odds over Russian oil imports, Pg1

Trump claims Modi pledged to halt Russian oil imports, MEA denies discussion amid ongoing US-India trade tensions.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

None too soon, Pg10

Northeast monsoon brings relief to southern peninsula; IMD forecasts above-normal rain, prompting disaster preparedness and fertilizer shortage concerns.

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

New dawn, Pg10

Trump's 'New Middle East' declaration faces challenges amid unresolved issues like Hamas disarmament and Palestinian statehood, despite Gaza ceasefire.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS1: Industrial RevolutionGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Ensure safeguards for India’s carbon market, Pg10

India's carbon market faces exploitation risks; Kenyan project serves as warning for safeguarding community rights and ensuring fair benefit-sharing.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Social JusticeEthicsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

The women who fought their way into the Afghan Embassy, Pg11

Indian journalists protest Taliban's exclusion of women, MEA's oversight during Afghan FM's visit, demanding media access and gender equality.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: PolityGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Is landlockedness the reason for Bihar’s underdevelopment?, Pg11

Experts debate Bihar's underdevelopment, citing landlocked status, agricultural challenges, and historical policies as key factors hindering economic progress.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS3: Government Budgeting

Restoring fiscal space for the States, Pg12

States demand fiscal autonomy amid GST era, propose IT sharing to reduce dependence on central transfers and enhance revenue.

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

Pre-test for Census first phase to be held from November 10, Pg14

Census 2027 pre-test to begin November 10, focusing on houselisting; caste enumeration methodology still under review.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Abujhmad, North Bastar regions free of Maoists: Shah, Pg14

Abujhmad and North Bastar declared Maoist-free zones as 258 extremists surrender in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, marking decisive anti-Naxal push.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

Southwest monsoon gave 8% surplus rain, says IMD, Pg16

Southwest monsoon concludes with 8% surplus rainfall; Northeast monsoon commences over southern India, says IMD after early arrival.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Money Laundering and its PreventionGS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

States must set up special prisons for fugitives: Shah, Pg16

Amit Shah urges states to build special prisons and strengthen extradition mechanisms for fugitives undermining India's security and economy.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Biotechnology

Google’s new AI finds promising approach for cancer treatment, Pg16

Google's AI model, C2S-Scale, identifies novel drug combination, silmitasertib, boosting immune response against cancer in low-interferon conditions.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Govt clears decks to let Adani plant for Bangladesh link to India grid, Pg1.

Adani Power gets clearance to link Bangladesh plant to Indian grid, enabling domestic power sales after regime change.

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

As AQI slips in Capital, Noida sees sharper spike in pollution at night, Pg4.

Noida's pollution spikes at night due to local emissions, firecrackers, while Delhi's AQI worsens; government implements winter action plan.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Top court sets aside Allahabad HC order for CBI probe, says should be last resort, Pg7.

Supreme Court overturns Allahabad HC's CBI probe order, emphasizing CBI investigations as a 'last resort' not a routine practice.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

Southwest monsoon has withdrawn as per schedule: IMD, Pg7.

Southwest monsoon retreats on schedule; Northeast monsoon commences early, impacting Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala regions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Govt to HC: CHRI diverted funds to benefit Bangla, Pak, Afghanistan, Pg10.

MHA cancels CHRI's FCRA registration, alleging fund diversions to benefit Bangladesh, Pakistan, Afghanistan, posing national security threat.

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: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Strengthen your base, Pg12.

Global trade war escalates as US, EU, and China weaponize tariffs, regulations, and dominance, impacting India's economic strategy.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

MAPPING WELLNESS, Pg12.

Global disease burden report highlights rising NCDs in India, necessitating stronger primary healthcare and environmental awareness for improved wellness.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Role of Civil Services in a DemocracyGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Harnessing talent, shoring up system, Pg13.

Government reforms consultant appointment system in key departments like Economic Affairs and NITI Aayog for enhanced efficiency and expertise.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health SectorGS2: E Governance

Most utilising Ayushman Bharat to seek care in private hospitals: Report, Pg14.

Ayushman Bharat sees higher private hospital utilization, costing ₹1.29 lakh crore in seven years, reveals NHA report.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

Promote CBDCs over stablecoins, RBI Gov urges central banks, Pg17.

RBI Governor advocates for CBDCs over stablecoins for cross-border payments, citing advantages in monetary policy and integrity.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS3: Inclusive GrowthGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI may fuel gap between rich & poor nations, says IMF chief, Pg17.

IMF warns AI investment boom, primarily in the U.S., may widen economic disparities between wealthy and developing nations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India to expand trade agreement with 4-nation South American bloc, Pg17.

India and MERCOSUR trade bloc to expand PTA, targeting significant tariff preference gains within one year.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting

RBI may retain current cap for deposit insurance premiums, Pg17.

RBI likely to maintain 12 paise cap on deposit insurance, reducing premiums for well-managed banks under new risk-based model.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

IMF raises Asia growth forecast, warns of risks from US-China tensions, Pg17.

IMF raises Asia's 2025 growth forecast to 4.5%, warns of US-China trade tensions impact on global supply chains.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Engagement without recognition: India & new Afghanistan, Pg19.

India navigates complex Afghanistan relations by 'engagement without recognition,' reopening Kabul embassy amid evolving geopolitical dynamics and Taliban's economic needs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Chance to focus on high-value sports, Pg21.

India aims to leverage 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad for grassroots sports development and Olympic focus.

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