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GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Nearly 1,200 fishing harbours to be brought under CISF watch: Centre, Pg1

Centre plans to bring 1,200 fishing harbors under CISF watch to bolster coastal security framework nationwide.

GS 2: International RelationsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

India, China hold talks on border delimitation, Pg1

India and China convene 35th round of border talks in Beijing, focusing on delimitation and de-escalation.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyGS1: Women and Women's OrganizationsGS1: Poverty and Developmental IssuesGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

One pair of feet: women, work and tuberculosis in Mumbai, Pg2

Mumbai's women battling TB face diagnostic delays, discrimination, and financial strain due to systemic healthcare access barriers and socio-economic inequalities.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS3: IT and ComputersGS3: Basics of Cyber Security

Quantum-safe thinking, Pg8

DST Task Force urges quantum-safe digital ecosystems, recommending post-quantum cryptography adoption and ₹5,000 crore investment for critical infrastructure.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: EconomyGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS3: Economics of Animal Rearing

Contradictions within India’s cow protection regime, Pg8

Cow protection laws: Examining efficacy, politics, and impact on farmers' income and cattle population trends across Indian states.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS1: Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Brinkmanship in the age of growing conflict, Pg8

Article analyzes 'brinkmanship' in international relations, citing examples like Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State LegislaturesGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Will increasing the strength of the SC solve the pendency problem?, Pg9

Supreme Court's sanctioned strength increased to 38; experts debate impact on pendency, SLPs, conflicting rulings, and gender representation.

GS 1: Modern HistoryGS1: Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and IssuesGS2: Indian Diaspora

Emigration to Malaya, Pg9

Emigrants returning from Malaya reveal harsh treatment by recruiting agents upon arrival, highlighting historical labor exploitation issues.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: PolityGS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS1: Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationGS1: Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure

How plurality and democracy go hand in hand, Pg9

Kerala elections highlight linguistic and land issues in border regions, revealing the importance of plurality in a democracy.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Investment Models

Highway assets identified by NHAI for monetisation in FY27, Pg10

NHAI plans to monetize 1,692.5 km of National Highway assets through TOT and InvIT modes in FY27.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

A revival of sedition tied to consent, Pg10

Supreme Court's sedition ruling sparks debate on constitutional rights, free speech, and judicial delays affecting individual liberties and justice.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS3: Space Technology

Chandrayaan-2 finds ‘possible presence’ of ice in lunar south pole, Pg12

Chandrayaan-2 discovers potential sub-surface ice deposits in Lunar South Pole's shadowed craters, crucial for future exploration missions.

GS 2: PolityGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

PM calls for cooperative resolution of water disputes, Pg12

PM Modi urges states to resolve water disputes cooperatively, citing Ken-Betwa project as a model for integrated water management.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Australian Deputy PM to visit India for defence talks, Pg14

Australian Deputy PM's India visit aims to bolster defence cooperation and strategic ties amidst Indo-Pacific security concerns after Shangri-La Dialogue.

GS 3: EconomyGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Preparation, not fear, will help tackle El Nino: Minister, Pg14

Agriculture Ministry prepares for El Nino impact with crop advisories as IMD forecasts below-normal monsoon, potentially affecting agricultural output.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Vulnerable SectionsGS2: Health Sector

National Health Accounts figures indicate high burden of health care costs on people, Pg14

National Health Account reveals high out-of-pocket expenditure; questions the effectiveness of government health insurance schemes in reducing healthcare burden.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS2: Education SectorGS2: E Governance

CBSE evaluation, Pg2

CBSE faces scrutiny over digital evaluation errors after contracting firm with a history of lapses, impacting student results.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS3: Investment Models

Make Together For the World: From Trade to Co-Production & Supply Chains, Pg5

Italy eyes €20 billion trade with India by 2029, boosting investment and co-production through enhanced financial support and strategic partnerships.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Art FormsGS1: ArchitectureGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Across Heritage & Civilizations: A Cultural Journey Through the Indo-Mediterranean, Pg5

Italy and India strengthen cultural ties through joint exhibitions, heritage projects, and business forums, celebrating shared history and artistic exchange.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: GovernanceGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS2: Indian DiasporaGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Powering Innovation, Technology & Talent, Pg5

Italy and India deepen strategic partnership, focusing on innovation, technology, and talent development through joint initiatives and research collaborations.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

The quiet work that sustains Quad, Pg9

Analysis of Quad's durability: cooperative practices, diverse domains beyond security, and institutional breadth sustain the minilateral arrangement.

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

Iran and US trade fire, plan for 60-day ceasefire extension awaits Trump nod, Pg14

US and Iran agree to 60-day ceasefire extension pending Trump's approval amid tensions over Strait of Hormuz.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Health SectorGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS3: Biotechnology

New blood test may detect Alzheimer's years before symptoms appear, Pg14

New blood test detects Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms, offering early intervention opportunities, but raises concerns about false positives.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGS3: Government BudgetingGS3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

Why SC online gaming tax verdict could be a final death blow to sector, Pg15

Supreme Court upholds 28% GST on online gaming retrospectively, jeopardizing sector facing Rs 2.5 lakh crore tax demands.

GS 3: EconomyGS 2: International RelationsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Anti-dumping duties on chemicals a key ‘concern’, Pg15

India reconsiders anti-dumping duties on chemical imports amid West Asia crisis, aiming to balance domestic industry protection and MSME competitiveness.

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