News Analysis

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

DGCA revises norms for air tickets, extends cancellation window, Pg1

DGCA enhances passenger rights: Extends free cancellation window to 48 hours and mandates airline refund responsibility.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernanceEthicsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS2: Education Sector

SC bans Class 8 textbook, orders seizure of copies, Pg1

Supreme Court bans NCERT Class 8 textbook for portraying judiciary negatively, initiates contempt action and orders seizure of copies.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS3: Inclusive GrowthGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Analysing India’s cycle of deprivation and affluence, Pg10

Income mobility analysis reveals increasing downward trends impacting marginalized communities, highlighting entrenched inequalities and demanding policy focus beyond headline growth.

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

Taking sides, Pg10

Modi's Israel visit strengthens ties amid Gaza conflict, raising concerns over India's West Asia balance and Palestinian stance.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

The shift of critical minerals to India’s strategic centre, Pg10

India prioritizes critical minerals with policy momentum, aiming for mineral security through domestic processing, AI exploration, and strategic international partnerships.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: IT and ComputersGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Have AI products/LLMs started to disrupt the software services industry?, Pg11

AI revolution transforms Indian IT sector: Job roles evolve, revenue per engineer rises, and reskilling becomes crucial for workforce.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS4: Accountability and Ethical Governance

Why bulldozers threaten due process, Pg12

Allahabad High Court questions 'bulldozer justice', highlighting concerns over due process violations and executive overreach in Uttar Pradesh.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: IT and Computers

A machine has verified the maths that won a Fields Medal: why it matters, Pg13

AI revolutionizes mathematics: Machine verifies Fields Medal-winning proof, enhancing accuracy and collaboration in mathematical research and formalization using tools like Lean and Gauss.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism

Chargesheet copies should be given to kin of victims: SC, Pg14

Supreme Court mandates CBI to provide chargesheet copies to victims' families in 2023 Manipur ethnic violence cases, ensuring transparency and justice.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: PolityGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

India’s security interests linked to stability in West Asia: Modi, Pg15

PM Modi emphasizes West Asia stability crucial for India's security, pushes for IMEC, I2U2 projects with Israel.

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

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, Trump keeps shifting his Iran goal posts, Pg18

Trump's Shifting Iran Policy: Nuclear Deal Focus Amidst West Asia Tensions, Military Build-up, and Diplomatic Engagements in Muscat.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

'Extraordinarily productive': India and Israel elevate ties (17 pacts signed as Modi, Netanyahu hold talks; tech key to partnership), Pg3

India and Israel deepen ties, forging 'Special Strategic Partnership' with 17 agreements focused on technology, defense, and counter-terrorism.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Space Technology

Broken power circuit behind ISRO's failed launch of NVS-02 in Jan 2025, says panel, Pg4

ISRO's NVS-02 mission failure in January 2023 attributed to broken electrical circuit, corrective measures implemented for future launches.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Inter-state arrests: Law & procedure, Pg6

Delhi and Himachal Police clash over inter-state arrest protocols, highlighting legal grey areas and need for better coordination.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: E GovernanceGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Smoother access for start-ups, swifter claim disposal in latest Railway reforms, Pg8

Railways unveils Rail Tech Policy and e-RCT system, fostering start-up innovation and expediting accident claim resolutions through digitization and increased funding.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: PolityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS3: Government Budgeting

Budget 2026-27: 'Important to anchor our fiscal policy in terms of debt', Pg9

Economist Prachi Mishra analyzes Budget 2026-27's fiscal policy shift towards debt-to-GDP ratio targeting and its implications on private investment.

GS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

PM to inaugurate country’s first semiconductor fabrication plant in Sanand, Pg10

PM Modi to inaugurate India's first semiconductor fabrication plant in Sanand, Gujarat, with ₹22,516 crore investment, creating 5,000 jobs.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Centre in SC: Prior nod not required if individual forest rights recognised, Pg10

Centre tells SC: No prior nod needed for PMAY-G houses on forest land if individual rights recognised under FRA, 2006.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS1: Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Investment Models

A new compact to reshape India's cities, Pg13

Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) launched with ₹1 lakh crore outlay to reshape Indian cities through market-linked, reform-driven infrastructure development.

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

Deflators, discrepancies, data sources: GDP set to get updated, Pg16

India's GDP calculation undergoes major overhaul with new 2022-23 base year, aiming for accurate economic structure representation and revised growth trajectory.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

SEBI revamps mutual fund rulebook, Pg16

SEBI overhauls mutual fund regulations, eliminates solution-oriented schemes, and permits higher exposure to gold, silver, and InvITs to boost fund diversification.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS1: Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

'Rare earth shortages worsen in US despite trade truce', Pg16

US firms grapple with rare earth shortages despite trade truce, impacting aerospace and semiconductor industries amid US-China trade dynamics.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: PolityGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Indian DiasporaGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

How India and Canada mended their frayed ties, Pg19

India and Canada mend strained ties after Nijjar allegations; PM Carney's visit signals renewed cooperation in trade, security, and geopolitics.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

In PRAHAAR lies India's consolidated strategy for counterterrorism operations, Pg19

India unveils 'PRAHAAR', a comprehensive counter-terrorism strategy addressing cross-border threats, technology use, and international cooperation, marking a shift towards consolidated national policy.

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