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GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures

Delimitation after 2027, redrawing power in India, Pg6

Delimitation exercise after 2027 census to redraw political power, impacting state representation and federal balance significantly.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

Mindless killing, Pg6

Ethnic tensions escalate in Manipur after Meitei man's murder; video surfaces online, fueling protests and demands for NIA probe.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Vulnerable Sections

Right to dignity, Pg6

ASHA, Anganwadi workers exploited: Centre's frozen wages and denial of employee status undermine social contract, demand statutory recognition and equitable pay.

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

India and the EU — a fit partnership in a divided world, Pg6

EU-India deepen ties amid global shifts; FTA negotiations, defence cooperation, and strategic autonomy take center stage for multipolar world.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Population and Associated IssuesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

‘Jurisdictional changes not allowed ahead of Census’, Pg8

Home Secretary directs states to freeze jurisdictional changes until March 2027 for Census 2027, ensuring data accuracy and administrative stability.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Gubernatorial walkouts test constitutional limits, Pg8

Governors' walkouts spark constitutional debate; States consider legal action challenging gubernatorial conduct and discretionary powers within India's parliamentary system.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Economics of Animal RearingGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Diversify your fish basket, Union govt. advises States, Pg10

Fisheries Ministry urges diversification in aquaculture to mitigate risks, boost exports, and tap into new global markets.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Ambitious scheme to spur next-generation battery manufacturing in India hits hurdle, Pg10

ACC-PLI scheme faces hurdles: visa delays, local manufacturing mandates, and tech gaps threaten battery production goals by 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 InterestsGS2: Indian Diaspora

India, EU will upgrade ties; trade deal still in the works, Pg12

India and EU set to enhance ties with focus on trade, defence, and strategic cooperation at upcoming summit.

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 InterestsGS2: Indian Diaspora

FTA can lower reliance on China, Russia, US: EU foreign policy chief, Pg3

EU eyes deeper ties with India through FTA, aiming to reduce reliance on China, Russia, and the US.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: PolityGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaPrelimsGS1: LiteratureGS1: The Freedom StruggleGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Govt discusses protocols akin to national anthem for Vande Mataram, Pg3

Government considers formal protocols for Vande Mataram, sparking debate over nationalism, identity, and historical interpretations, and potential legal implications.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

EU leaders’ R-day visit aims to conclude talks, Pg4

EU leaders' Republic Day visit aims to finalize trade agreement, diversify supply chains, and address geopolitical concerns with India.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: LiteratureGS1: Architecture

'Granth Kutir' for classical Indian books, manuscripts opens, Pg10

Rashtrapati Bhavan inaugurates 'Granth Kutir' featuring 2,300 ancient Indian texts, replacing colonial-era books to promote cultural heritage.

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: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

The familiar world order will not return. What India and EU can build, Pg12

India and EU strengthen ties amidst global shifts, eyeing FTA, tech collaboration, and multipolar world order influence.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Amid volatility, a supply comfort in commodities, Pg12

Global commodity supply surges ease inflation fears amid geopolitical tensions and rupee depreciation, bolstering macroeconomic stability.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: The Freedom StruggleGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Tricolour's journey to citizens' hands & hearts, a democracy story, Pg13

Landmark judgments democratized India's flag, transforming it from state symbol to citizens' constitutional right through legal battles and civic engagement.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Centre's panel affirms Ratle hydel project green nod validity until Dec 20, Pg15

Ratle Hydroelectric Project's environmental clearance extended till 2030 amidst Indus Water Treaty considerations and project delays.

GS 3: EconomyGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Corporate India's sales data raises questions over GDP growth, Pg18

Corporate sales growth lags behind India's GDP, raising concerns about economic data accuracy and overall growth narrative.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Biotechnology

‘The antibiotic pipeline is running dangerously dry’, Pg18

India faces alarming rise in antimicrobial resistance, with 2.67 lakh deaths in 2021, driven by antibiotic overuse.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

Echoes of Gujarat as Rajasthan looks to bring ‘disturbed areas’ law, Pg18

Rajasthan plans 'Disturbed Areas' law mirroring Gujarat's Act, raising constitutional concerns over demographic policing and property rights.

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

Coming this year: Foundational Census phase seeking data on internet use & more, Pg18

India's 2026 Census to include digital data collection, self-enumeration, and caste enumeration after a six-year delay.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Transmission lags behind RE power curtailment: MNRE Secy, Pg19

Rajasthan's RE curtailment to ease as Fatehgarh transmission line commissions; 44.51 GW RE capacity added till November.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting

Central bank readies liquidity boost of Rs 1.25 lakh crore, Pg19

RBI to inject ₹1.25 lakh crore liquidity via VRR, forex swaps, and OMOs amid shrinking banking system liquidity.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting

RBI calls on states to frame 'clear glide path' to reduce debt, Pg19

RBI urges states to reduce debt, mirroring Centre's strategy, as debt levels may hit 29.2% of GDP by FY26.

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