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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

Iran ‘closes’ Hormuz amid Israeli attacks on Lebanon, Pg1

Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed citing Israeli attacks on Lebanon, breaching U.S. ceasefire MoU, while U.S. disputes claim.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Protesters demand justice for six slain Naga villagers in Manipur, Pg8

Manipur erupts in protests demanding justice for six slain Naga villagers, accusing KNF-P, while CM links peace to Act East railway expansion.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Ladakh groups call for protest over Centre’s ‘backtracking’, Pg10

Ladakh groups declare June 23 shutdown, accusing Centre of reneging on statehood and Article 371K constitutional safeguard promises for the region.

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

3 Indian-flagged oil tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz, Pg10

Indian-flagged oil tankers, Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, Sanmar Herald, transit Strait of Hormuz post-US blockade lift, carrying 8.6 lakh tonnes cargo.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health Sector

16 fixed dose combination drugs, including antibiotics, banned, Pg10

Union Health Ministry bans 16 fixed dose combination drugs, including antibiotics, citing lack of therapeutic justification and patient risks.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Insuring the informal worker against the soaring heat, Pg10

NGOs launch innovative parametric heat-insurance for 3,925 informal workers in Delhi-NCR, providing crucial financial relief against soaring temperatures and income loss.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

What a ‘super’ El Niño might mean for India’s monsoon, Pg12

NOAA confirms 'super' El Niño likely, threatening India's monsoon amidst 35% June rainfall deficit, raising drought concerns for food and fiscal planning.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

New seismic hazard spotted in Japan’s 2011 quake, Pg12

Scientists identify new seismic hazard from Japan's 2011 quake, revealing ScS waves caused 6mm ground shift by bouncing off Earth's core.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

IIT-Delhi study finds human activity drives India’s ‘wild’ weather, Pg12

IIT-Delhi study reveals human activity, not natural variation, drives India's extreme rainfall and floods, warning of future surge as air pollution drops.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

What does the U.S.-Iran agreement say?, Pg13

US and Iran ink MoU ending war, lifting sanctions; Israel's fierce opposition creates Washington rift, complicating nuclear and regional stability.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Why have India’s statistical databases been upgraded?, Pg13

India overhauls GDP, CPI, IIP, and introduces PPI, updating base years and methodologies after IMF 'C' grade, ensuring robust economic data for policy.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

THE INDIAN NAVY is scheduled to commission three indigenously built frontline platforms, 'Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, and Agray' in Kolkata., Pg1

Indian Navy to commission three indigenously built frontline platforms – Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, and Agray – in Kolkata, boosting naval capabilities and self-reliance.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

The outbreak is outpacing us: Inside Congo's fight against rare Ebola strain, Pg1

Rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain ravages Congo, claiming 245 lives amidst limited diagnostics and no vaccine, outpacing global response efforts.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Walking on footpaths is a fundamental right, says Supreme Court. Here’s how Gurgaon fares, Pg4

Supreme Court declares safe footpaths a fundamental right under Articles 19(1)(d) and 21, highlighting Gurgaon's dismal walkability index and infrastructure gaps.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS3: Basics of Cyber Security

2-day BRICS NSA meet from tomorrow in Delhi, Pg7

India hosts BRICS NSAs meet in Delhi, addressing non-traditional security challenges, counter-terrorism, and ICT threats ahead of September summit.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Tensions along border as ‘hundreds’ try to cross in from Bangladesh side, Pg7

Hundreds attempt to breach India-Bangladesh border in Malda after BSF 'pushback', escalating tensions over illegal infiltration and border management policies.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Art FormsGS1: Literature

From Kalamkari painting to Kashmiri carpet, Modi's gifts to foreign dignitaries showcase India's heritage, Pg9

PM Modi gifts Kalamkari, Kashmiri carpets, and Dokra art to global leaders, showcasing India's rich heritage and traditional craftsmanship on international visits.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 1: World GeographyGS2: E GovernanceGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

How Iran plans to regulate Hormuz via an online form, Pg11

Iran's new Persian Gulf Strait Authority mandates online clearance for all vessels traversing the critical Strait of Hormuz, following a US-Iran MoU, impacting global energy flows.

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

What US Fed's rate hike signal could mean for struggling Indian markets, Pg11

US Fed's hawkish rate hike signal threatens Indian markets with foreign capital outflows, impacting rupee and equities amidst high crude.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: E Governance

BharatNet's last mile woes: only 45% connections active, Pg11

BharatNet's rural broadband initiative falters, with only 45% active connections and declining user additions, raising concerns over digital divide.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Mines, logistics, deep uncertainty threaten Middle East oil rebound, Pg12

Middle East oil rebound remains uncertain despite US-Iran detente, as regional conflict and logistical challenges threaten Strait of Hormuz shipments.

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