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2 July 2026

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9/10

Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G)

  • Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) Act, 2025 replaced the MGNREGA, 2005, effective July 1, 2026.
  • The Act mandates a national floor wage of ₹300 per day for rural employment.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 17-day story

8/10

India-EU Free Trade Agreement

  • The European Union (EU) identifies India as a key strategic partner, with a specific focus on the Indo-Pacific region.
  • Ireland, currently holding the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, has identified the finalisation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a priority.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

8/10

Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025

  • The Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposes the removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and other Ministers from office if they are arrested and detained in custody for 30 consecutive days for serious offences.
  • A Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is currently examining the Bill and is expected to finalise its report by July 17, 2025.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 24-day story

8/10

High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes

  • The High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes (HLCDC) was constituted on May 26, 2026, following an announcement by the Prime Minister on August 15, 2025.
  • The committee is chaired by retired Supreme Court Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 4-day story

7/10

ED powers under PMLA and insolvency

  • The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) ruled that the insolvency moratorium under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) does not protect assets identified as proceeds of crime.
  • The ruling clarifies that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) retains the authority to attach assets under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) even during ongoing insolvency proceedings.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Manufacturing PMI slowdown

  • HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 54.2 in June, marking the second-lowest level in four years.
  • The index remains above the 50-point threshold, indicating continued expansion in manufacturing activity, albeit at a slower pace.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 15-day story

7/10

NSE as public authority under RTI

  • The Delhi High Court has ruled that the National Stock Exchange of India (NSEI) qualifies as a 'public authority' under Section 2(h) of the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
  • The court dismissed an appeal by the NSEI challenging a previous single-judge ruling on the same matter.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Editorials and opinion pieces

  • India's refinery sector demonstrated technical flexibility during the 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis by diversifying crude sourcing from 55% to 70% non-Hormuz origins.
  • Refinery flexibility is achieved through indigenous R&D, process innovation, and workforce training, allowing for the processing of diverse crude slates.

2 min · 4 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Self-identification for disabled prisoners

  • A proposal has been submitted to a Supreme Court-appointed high-powered committee to implement a self-identification mechanism for disabled prisoners.
  • The proposal cites Section 7 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, which mandates state protection for disabled individuals against violence, abuse, and exploitation.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Civil Registration System (CRS) 2024 report

  • The Civil Registration System (CRS) 2024 report indicates that birth registration reached 99.1% and death registration reached 99.4% coverage.
  • Registered births increased from 2.52 crore in 2023 to 2.54 crore in 2024; registered deaths rose from 86.6 lakh to 89.4 lakh.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 6-day story

7/10

Manipur ethnic conflict

  • Ethnic conflict in Manipur has resurfaced in Kamjong district along the India-Myanmar border.
  • Incidents involved the burning of approximately 20 houses in Phaimol Kuki village.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 26-day story

7/10

Army road map VIJAY

  • General Dhiraj Seth has assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff.
  • Road map 'VIJAY' aims to transform the Indian Army into a technology-enabled, future-ready force.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

7/10

World Bank climate finance targets

  • The World Bank Group (WBG) has announced the retirement of its specific climate co-benefits funding targets, previously set at 35% under the Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) and later increased to 45% in 2023.
  • The WBG is shifting its strategy from input-based targets to outcome-based metrics to maximize development impact.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

GST revenue trends

  • GST revenue for June 2026 reached ₹1.95 lakh crore, a 13.9% year-on-year growth, the highest in 13 months.
  • Domestic transaction GST revenue grew by 6.5% to ₹1.35 lakh crore, representing 69% of total collections (down from 74% in June 2025).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 5-day story

6/10

UN panel on AI risks

  • The UN's Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence has released a preliminary report assessing global AI risks and opportunities.
  • The panel consists of 40 cross-regional experts.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

6/10

WhatsApp username feature concerns

  • The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a notice to WhatsApp to put its proposed 'username' feature on hold.
  • The feature aims to allow users to interact without sharing personal phone numbers, similar to Telegram and Signal.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 5-day story

6/10

Adani Vizhinjam Port stake acquisition

  • Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) announced that Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Group plans to acquire a 49% stake in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited (AVPPL).
  • The Kerala state government maintains that its formal approval is required for the stake acquisition agreement between APSEZ and MSC.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 8-day story

6/10

UAPA case against TTI members

  • The Karnataka High Court refused to quash a criminal case registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967, against six individuals associated with 'The Timothy Initiative' (TTI).
  • The accused are alleged to have used foreign-issued debit cards to withdraw and channel funds into areas affected by Left-wing extremism, bypassing regulatory frameworks.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

6/10

Delhi HC on AI-generated political posts

  • The Delhi High Court distinguished between permissible political satire and actionable content in the context of AI-generated material.
  • The court established that satire regarding political alliances, governance, and policy is a protected element of political discourse.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 10-day story

6/10

Viksit Gujarat @2047 roadmap

  • The Government of Gujarat has released a roadmap for 'Viksit Gujarat @2047' to align state development with the national 'Viksit Bharat @2047' vision.
  • The document was prepared by the Gujarat State Institute of Transformation and the Planning Division of the General Administration Department.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Punjab Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna

  • Scheme Name: Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, Punjab.
  • Objective: Women's empowerment, financial autonomy, and enhanced participation in decision-making.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026

  • The Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 came into effect on Wednesday.
  • A Model Approval Committee under the Transport Department will determine which vehicle models are eligible for incentives.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 10-day story

6/10

Trinamool Congress faction dispute

  • The Election Commission (EC) is empowered to adjudicate disputes between rival factions of a political party regarding the claim to the party name and symbol.
  • The EC follows a two-pronged approach to determine the 'real' party: assessing the support of the faction within the party's organisational wing and the legislative wing.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 7-day story

5/10

Strait of Hormuz shipping and ceasefire

  • The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea via the Gulf of Oman.
  • Iran has asserted control over the waterway, mandating that vessels use designated routes and coordinate with the newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA).

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 23-day story

5/10

Russian gasoline imports from India

  • Russia has initiated seaborne imports of gasoline from India to address domestic fuel shortages.
  • Shortages are attributed to Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Anthropic AI models in India

  • Anthropic PBC has announced the resumption of access to its advanced Large Language Models (LLMs), Fable and Mythos, in India.
  • Access to these models was previously restricted globally following a United States government export order targeting non-U.S. persons.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 4-day story

5/10

MSME freight costs

  • MSME exporters are facing significant financial strain due to a sharp rise in freight costs caused by the West Asia conflict.
  • Container shortages are occurring because vessels are being delayed or held at ports in West Asian countries.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

BJP efforts for women voters in UP

  • Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections are scheduled for early 2027.
  • Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls resulted in a decline in the number of registered women voters across most Indian states, including Uttar Pradesh.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 76-day story

5/10

Jantar Mantar hunger strike

  • Jantar Mantar in New Delhi has emerged as a focal point for hunger strike protests regarding examination integrity.
  • Protesters are demanding accountability from the Union Education Ministry concerning irregularities and recurring leaks in competitive examinations.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 84-day story

5/10

RSS defamation case against Priyank Kharge

  • A special court in Bengaluru ruled that an individual member of an identifiable group can maintain a criminal defamation complaint even if the organization is not registered.
  • The court rejected the argument that lack of formal registration or documentary proof of membership disqualifies an organization from being a 'body of persons' under the law.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

5/10

Delhi winter air pollution measures

  • Delhi government has notified annual winter air pollution control measures effective from November 1 to February 28.
  • Ban on dust-generating demolition and outdoor construction activities is scheduled from November 1 to January 31, with exceptions for essential projects.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 8-day story

5/10

Attempted bribery of TVK MLA

  • Three individuals arrested by Chennai police for attempting to bribe a legislator to influence a no-confidence motion against the Assembly Speaker.
  • The accused allegedly offered a bribe of up to ₹35 crore to the legislator to vote in a specific manner.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 7-day story

4/10

Ukrainian strike on Russian oil refinery

  • Ukraine has conducted long-range strikes on Russian oil refineries located over 1,300 km from the frontline, specifically in the city of Ufa.
  • Targets include strategic military-industrial facilities, such as those in the Penza region involved in missile component manufacturing.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 16-day story

4/10

Auto wholesales growth

  • Passenger vehicle (PV) segment in India witnessed double-digit wholesale growth in June 2026.
  • Maruti Suzuki India reported 2,00,390 units sold, a 19% year-on-year (YoY) increase.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 7-day story

4/10

Godrej Pet Care expansion

  • Godrej Pet Care (GPC), a subsidiary of Godrej Consumer Products, is expanding its market presence in South India with plans for an all-India rollout by April next year.
  • The expansion is supported by a newly commissioned 35,000 tonne per annum manufacturing plant in Nashik.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

CBI arrest in digital arrest cyberfraud

  • CBI arrested Shankar Pansari (alias Shankar Rajput) in Rajkot, Gujarat, regarding a 'digital arrest' cyberfraud case.
  • The accused is originally from Karnal, Haryana.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

4/10

Religious and mythological discourse

  • The Venkatesa Mahatmyam describes the meeting between the avatars Varaha Perumal and Srinivasa on the Tirumala Hills.
  • The text outlines a protocol established between the two avatars regarding the order of worship for devotees visiting the divya desam.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

4/10

SIT probe into Ram Temple donations

  • The Uttar Pradesh government has granted a 15-day extension to the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing alleged embezzlement of donations for the Ram Temple.
  • The extension aims to broaden the scope of the investigation and ensure a thorough examination of all aspects.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 28-day story

4/10

Attack on Mahua Moitra

  • An incident of mob violence involving stone-pelting and throwing of eggs occurred against a public representative in the Nadia district of West Bengal.
  • The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal state government to formulate formal guidelines regarding the transportation of individuals in police custody.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

India-Pakistan bilateral dialogue letter

  • A joint open letter signed by 117 individuals from India and Pakistan has advocated for the resumption of comprehensive bilateral dialogue.
  • The initiative was spearheaded by O.P. Shah, chairman of the Centre for Peace and Progress.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

Senior military leadership appointments

  • Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed as Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
  • Air Marshal Tejinder Singh appointed as Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

4/10

Mangaluru wall collapse

  • Incident: Retaining wall collapse at Garodi-Naguri, Mangaluru.
  • Casualties: 3 deaths (one woman, two girls).

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

BMC Chembur tree collapse investigation

  • The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) suspended two officials, an Additional Superintendent of Gardens and a Sub Engineer (Road), following a fatal tree collapse in Chembur.
  • The incident involved a tree falling on a school bus, resulting in one fatality and four injuries among students.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Sriganganagar gang rape case

  • Incident in Sriganganagar, Rajasthan: A 13-year-old girl was rescued from captivity on June 23.
  • Nature of crime: The victim was allegedly subjected to gang rape by over 24 men across multiple hotels over a period of five days.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

BJP governance in West Bengal

  • Concerns raised regarding the potential impact of state-level governance on the constitutional rights and livelihoods of citizens.
  • Debate surrounding the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and its implications for legislative processes and dissent.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 5-day story

4/10

Arunachal Pradesh fish conservation initiative

  • The Sangno clan of Arunachal Pradesh has initiated a conservation project for the Schizothorax pelzami (Transcaspian marinka), a ray-finned fish species.
  • The initiative involves translocating 52 fingerlings from Lapabung stream to Richaso stream in East Kameng district.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Delhi L-G on policing

  • Delhi L-G emphasized the need for sensitive and citizen-centric policing models.
  • Primary focus areas for Delhi Police include the safety of women and children.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

MCD electric vehicles usage

  • The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) currently possesses 75 electric vehicles (EVs) that were procured in 2017.
  • These 75 EVs have remained unused for a period of eight years.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 10-day story

4/10

Dwarka Expressway to Vasant Kunj road project

  • The Union Cabinet approved an 8.1-km, six-lane road tunnel project connecting Dwarka Expressway to Nelson Mandela Marg in Vasant Kunj.
  • The project is estimated to cost ₹6,969.67 crore and will be executed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Commercial LPG price reduction

  • Public sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reduced commercial LPG cylinder prices by ₹183.5 and 5-kg free-trade LPG (FTL) cylinders by ₹13.
  • This follows a cumulative hike of ₹1,345 per refill in four tranches since March 7, 2026.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 5-day story

4/10

Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction notice

  • The Land and Development Office (L&DO) under the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has issued a show-cause notice to the Delhi Gymkhana Club.
  • The notice invokes the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971, to initiate eviction proceedings.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 5-day story

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