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GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

‘SC stepped in due to egregious situation in T.N. Governor case’ , Pg1

Supreme Court questions Tamil Nadu Governor's delay in assenting to State Bills, raising constitutional concerns and Centre-State dynamics.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India and China see chance to reset ties , Pg1

India and China signal thaw in relations; Modi to meet Xi at SCO summit amid border dispute resolution efforts.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityEthicsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Sedition redux , Pg8

Assam Police summons The Wire editors under new sedition law despite SC protection, raising concerns over press freedom and misuse of law.

GS 2: International RelationsGS1: World WarsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Peace momentum , Pg8

Ukraine peace talks gain momentum as Trump meets Zelenskyy and Putin, with Europe seeking security guarantees amidst ongoing conflict.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Making India’s climate taxonomy framework work , Pg8

India's draft Climate Finance Taxonomy needs robust review mechanism for credibility, legal coherence, and alignment with evolving climate finance ecosystem.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS1: Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsGS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

A tribute to M.S. Swaminathan, ‘the man who fed India’ , Pg8

Article commemorates M.S. Swaminathan's contributions to India's Green Revolution, emphasizing scientific advancement, political support, and future agricultural research needs.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

The complex web of factors behind India’s persistent stunting crisis , Pg9

POSHAN Abhiyaan fails to significantly reduce stunting; systemic issues like teenage pregnancies, poor diets, and sanitation are major contributors.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Education SectorGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

How India’s youth can challenge U.S. tariffs , Pg10

Trump's 50% tariffs threaten Indian exports, prompting calls for domestic demand-driven growth and strategic youth empowerment.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures

‘Bill for joint polls gives EC a free hand’ , Pg12

Ex-CJI Khanna flags 'unfettered discretion' to EC in 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, raising constitutional concerns before JPC.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Govt. set to introduce Bill to ban real money gaming firms , Pg13

Union Cabinet approves Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, to ban real money gaming, targeting multi-billion dollar industry.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Home Minister to introduce 3 Bills for removal of PM, CMs, Ministers held on serious criminal charges , Pg13

Home Minister proposes bills for removing PM, CMs, and Ministers facing serious criminal charges after 30 days in custody.

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

States question Centre’s move seeking SC opinion to overrule ‘binding’ order , Pg12.

Kerala, Tamil Nadu question Centre's Presidential Reference seeking SC opinion on Governor's powers, citing settled law in Tamil Nadu Governor case.

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

Entangled clocks may reveal where quantum physics and gravity meet , Pg2

Scientists propose using entangled atomic clocks to test quantum mechanics in curved spacetime, potentially bridging quantum physics and gravity.

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