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GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Governor altered policy address, says Kerala CM, Pg1

Kerala Governor alters policy address, omitting and changing critical paragraphs on fiscal federalism and pending bills, escalating tensions with state government.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

The ‘Donroe doctrine’, a broken international order, Pg8

US 'Donroe Doctrine' resurgence signals shifting global order; China's rise challenges US supremacy, impacting India's strategic choices.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

The EV boom is accelerating a copper crunch, Pg8

EV boom triggers copper demand surge; supply crunch looms by 2026, threatening EV adoption and decarbonization goals.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Representation of the People's Act

​Augean mess, Pg8

Supreme Court intervenes as ECI's electoral roll 'cleaning' faces scrutiny over flawed processes and potential voter disenfranchisement across multiple states.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Bridging the Gulf, Pg8

India and UAE forge strategic defence partnership amidst Gulf tensions, aiming for $200 billion trade and regional stability.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 1: Indian SocietyGS2: Education SectorGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Enhancing China-India youth ties, Pg9

China emphasizes youth engagement for stronger Sino-Indian ties amidst growing trade and cultural exchanges post-pandemic, aiming for mutual growth.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: 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 Growth

To compete with China, India may need China, Pg9

India reconsiders curbs on Chinese investments to boost global supply chain participation and exports amid shifting geopolitical landscape.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

The importance of Pax Silica for India, Pg10

Pax Silica Summit aims to secure critical mineral supply chains amid China's dominance, India's inclusion faces strategic autonomy challenges.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Space Technology

How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space, Pg11

Reusable rocket technology slashes space access costs, revolutionizing space industry with ISRO developing indigenous recovery systems for future launch vehicles.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

SC to examine query by T.N., Kerala on whether ED is a ‘juristic person’, Pg12

Supreme Court to examine if ED is a 'juristic person' following petitions from Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: IT and ComputersGS3: Basics of Cyber SecurityGS4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Kill switch, insurance as tools to fight digital arrest, Pg1

MHA panel considers 'kill switch' and insurance to combat digital arrest, aiming to protect users from financial fraud.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceGS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

2 billion-strong market... mother of all deals: EU chief on pact with India, Pg1

EU eyes 'first mover advantage' with India trade deal amid US tariff threats and apple import duty concerns raised by Himachal CM.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: E Governance

New portal, software, AI-powered translation: EPFO 3.0 coming soon, Pg1

EPFO 3.0 to launch with AI translation, new portal, and software for better services and expanded reach.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

'Unified, data-driven approach essential to tackle pollution': CAQM launches study, Pg4

CAQM launches high-resolution emission mapping study for Delhi-NCR to combat air pollution with data-driven strategies and real-time monitoring.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaPrelimsGS1: ArchitectureGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Bids invited to demolish Krishi Bhawan, Shastri Bhawan, Pg4

Government advances Central Vista project, inviting bids for demolition of Krishi Bhawan, Shastri Bhawan to construct new Central Secretariat buildings.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Education SectorGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

UK govt plans to increase education exports, India among five focus countries, Pg6

UK aims to boost education exports to £40 billion by 2030, focusing on India and four other nations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

'Poland & India are victims of transnational terror... we condemn cross-border terrorism', Pg8

Poland's Deputy PM discusses India-Poland ties, Ukraine war, terrorism, and India-EU FTA, emphasizing shared concerns and potential cooperation.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

The gutkha nation and the welfare state, Pg11

HCES 2023-24 reveals alarming rise in tobacco consumption, especially gutkha, among poorer households, straining public healthcare and social welfare goals.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: IT and ComputersGS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

AI-generated content labelling rules in final stages, says IT Secy, Pg13

Government finalizes AI content labelling rules, mandating disclosure by AI tool providers and social media platforms to combat misinformation.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Manufacturing Index at all-time high in Q3: FICCI, Pg13

FICCI Manufacturing Index hits record high in Q3; 91% firms report stable/increased production despite high costs.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Physical GeographyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Faster warming, faster breeding: Climate change upends Antarctic penguins, Pg14

Antarctic penguins breed earlier due to warming temperatures, threatening krill-dependent species with extinction by century's end.

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

Trump's great trade reset made China great again, Pg16

Trump's trade policies inadvertently bolster China's global influence as nations seek new partnerships amid shifting supply chains and geopolitical realignments.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Who pays for Trump's tariffs? Almost exclusively Americans, Pg16

Study reveals Trump's tariffs primarily burden American consumers, not foreign exporters, acting as a consumption tax.

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