Mains: GS – III – Economy | Agriculture - Public Distribution System- Functions, limitations; issues of buffer stocks and food security.
The recent kuruvai season procurement crisis in Tamil Nadu underscores the pressing need to reform procurement mechanisms, incentivize crop diversification, and rationalize food security policies for long-term sustainability.
The Hindu | Time to sort out India’s cereal mess
Mains: GS-III – Economy - Infrastructure: Energy.
India is reducing fossil fuel dependence and ramping up domestic clean energy production, in line with its vision of achieving Net Zero by 2070. In this transition, Green hydrogen is emerging as a scalable, clean fuel to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors.

PIB | Unlocking India’s Green Hydrogen Production Potential
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Why in News?
A new study carried out by researchers at the University of Gothenburg (Sweden) reveals that grey seal milk is more complex than breast milk.
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The Indian Express | Grey seal milk
Prelims: Current events of national and international importance
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The Indian Navy recently commissioned INS Mahe.
The Mahe-class comprises the newly commissioned INS Mahe and the yet-to-be-commissioned Malval, Mangrol, Malpe, Mulki, Magdala, and Machilipatnam.
All these vessels are set to be commissioned in the coming 2–3 years.
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Prelims: Current events of national and international importance
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A nearly intact pottery vessel, dating back over 10,000 years, was found at the bottom of Lake Biwa in Japan.

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Indian Defence Review | Lake Biwa
Prelims: Current events of national and international importance
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The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) wins top prize in Public Outreach & Communication Category at India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025.
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Prelims: Current events of national and international importance
Why in News?
Encroachments around Arunachaleswarar Temple demolished for Karthigai Deepam.
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The HIndu | Arunachaleswarar Temple
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