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3 July 2026

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8/10

Editorial: Quiz on sedition law

  • Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code defines the law of sedition.
  • Historical context: Bal Gangadhar Tilak was arrested for sedition on July 27, 1908.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

Editorial: HPV vaccination model in Mandsaur

  • India accounts for 25% of the global cervical cancer burden, with over 1.2 lakh new cases and 80,000 deaths annually.
  • 95% of cervical cancer cases are caused by high-risk HPV strains.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

8/10

Editorial: Fair trial rights

  • The Supreme Court has faced criticism for inconsistent bail rulings in cases involving prolonged pre-trial detention under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
  • Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam have remained in custody for approximately six years without trial in the 2020 Delhi Riots cases.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

New Employees Provident Fund Rules 2026

  • The Union Labour Ministry notified the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme 2026, Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) 2026, and Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme 2026.
  • The new rules replace the 1952 schemes and align with the Code on Social Security implemented in November 2025.

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

8/10

Launch of VB-G RAM G scheme

  • Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar Ajeevika Mission Grameen (VB-G RAM G) launched in Mukkavaripalli, Andhra Pradesh.
  • VB-G RAM G replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS).

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

8/10

Supreme Court on AI-generated case law

  • Supreme Court set aside an NCLT order for relying on AI-generated, fictitious judicial precedents.
  • The Court established a 'zero-tolerance' policy for the use of hallucinated AI material in judicial decision-making.

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

7/10

Fuel price outlook

  • Retail fuel prices in India are determined by the cost of crude oil purchased by refiners approximately two months prior to delivery.
  • Current retail prices reflect higher crude costs incurred during periods of geopolitical tension in West Asia.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 14-day story

7/10

Editorial: GST collection trends

  • India's June GST collections grew 13.9% YoY to ₹1.95 lakh crore.
  • Import IGST grew 34.6% in June, while domestic GST collections grew by 6.5%.

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

7/10

Amendment to Drugs Rules 1945

  • The Central government has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945 to enhance regulatory oversight of advanced and emerging medical technologies.
  • The amendment brings stem cell-derived products, gene therapeutic products, and xenografts under the purview of the Centrally License Approving Authority (CLAA) framework.

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

7/10

Assam citizenship documentation case

  • The Gauhati High Court upheld a Foreigners' Tribunal order declaring a 38-year-old Assam resident a non-citizen.
  • The individual submitted 15 documents as proof of citizenship, including the 1951 National Register of Citizens (NRC), voter ID cards, PAN card, school certificate, and a 1973 land deed.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 19-day story

7/10

Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill

  • The Maharashtra Assembly unanimously passed the Women Farmers Empowerment Bill.
  • The legislation aims to provide formal recognition to women engaged in agriculture and allied sectors.

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

7/10

Violence in Manipur's Noney district

  • A Kuki village, Leikot, in Manipur's Noney district was destroyed in a pre-dawn attack by an armed group.
  • The Kuki Inpi (apex body for Jiribam, Tamenglong, and Noney districts) alleges the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) was responsible.

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

7/10

Protection of judicial officers

  • The Supreme Court initiated a suo motu case titled 'In re: Safeguarding Courts and Protecting Judges' to address the intimidation and violence against judicial officers.
  • The initiative followed the 2021 death of Additional District and Sessions Judge Uttam Anand in Jharkhand, whose case was transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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

7/10

Skyroot Aerospace Vikram-1 rocket launch

  • Skyroot Aerospace, a Hyderabad-based private space company, is preparing for the maiden orbital launch of its Vikram-1 rocket.
  • The mission, titled 'Mission Aagaman' (The Arrival), has a launch window scheduled between July 12 and August 4.

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

7/10

West Bengal committee for draft Uniform Civil Code

  • West Bengal Cabinet approved a committee headed by a retired Supreme Court judge to examine the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026.
  • The committee is mandated to submit its recommendations within four weeks.

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

7/10

Maharashtra RTI rules controversy

  • The Maharashtra government stayed the Maharashtra Right to Information (Amendment) Rules, 2026, following public and activist objections.
  • The state government reverted to the RTI rules as they existed on June 11, 2026.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

7/10

CAG audit of Delhi electricity distribution companies

  • The Delhi government has ordered a CAG audit of three electricity distribution companies (discoms): BRPL, BYPL, and TPDDL.
  • The audit focuses on the accumulation of ₹38,500 crore in regulatory assets.

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

7/10

India-Japan strategic and economic cooperation

  • India and Japan emphasize a 'free and rules-based Indo-Pacific' (FOIP) as a shared strategic priority.
  • First bilateral agreement for co-development of defence projects signed, focusing on naval radio antenna technology.

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

6/10

Editorial: AI regulation challenges

  • The UN’s Independent International Scientific Panel on AI identifies a significant Global South-Global North divide in AI development and benefits.
  • Emerging nations face a dilemma: invest heavily in capital-intensive AI infrastructure or rely on a small group of dominant global AI firms.

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

6/10

Election Commission on Trinamool Congress factions

  • The Election Commission (EC) is currently adjudicating claims and counter-claims between two rival factions of a recognized political party regarding organisational elections and authorised signatories.
  • The EC has requested formal written responses from both factions by a specified deadline.

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

6/10

Public Accounts Committee meeting on CBSE

  • The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a parliamentary committee tasked with reviewing the implementation of Union government welfare schemes.
  • The Education Secretary and the Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) are subject to oversight by the PAC during reviews of the Union Education Ministry.

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

6/10

Indian Navy piracy intervention in Gulf of Aden

  • Indian Navy successfully thwarted a piracy attempt on the merchant vessel MV Golden Arsenal in the Gulf of Aden using INS Trikand and P-8I maritime patrol aircraft.
  • MV Golden Arsenal, a St. Vincent and the Grenadines-flagged bulk carrier, had 21 crew members (20 Syrian, 1 Indian).

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

6/10

Kerala Finance Bill controversy

  • The Finance Bill is a legislative instrument used to give effect to the financial proposals of the government for the following financial year.
  • Allegations have been raised regarding the procedural deviation in passing a Finance Bill in a state legislature.

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

6/10

Delhi private school fee regulation committees

  • Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees) Act, 2025 mandates the formation of School-Level Fee Regulation Committees (SLFRCs) in all private unaided schools.
  • Deadline for SLFRC formation is July 15, with three-year fee proposals due by July 31.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Gujarat High Court on Surat demolition

  • Gujarat High Court is hearing a plea regarding the demolition of approximately 100 houses in the Narisnagar locality of Surat on May 30.
  • The demolition was carried out by the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) without prior notice to the residents.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Adani Vizhinjam port stake transfer

  • Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) proposed a 49% stake transfer in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited (AVPPL) to the Switzerland-based Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC).
  • The 2015 concession agreement between the Kerala government and Adani Group governs the project.

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

6/10

Special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Jharkhand

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) initiated a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Jharkhand starting June 30.
  • The primary objective of the SIR is the purification of voter lists to ensure accuracy and integrity.

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

5/10

Space oncology research

  • Space oncology investigates the impact of microgravity and cosmic radiation on cancer progression and treatment.
  • Microgravity facilitates the formation of uniform protein crystals and lower-viscosity biologics, aiding in stable drug formulation.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz

  • The Khatam al-Anbiya military command of Iran has issued a directive requiring all oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz to adhere to designated navigation routes.
  • Iran has warned of an immediate and forceful response against any vessel that deviates from these approved routes or fails to comply with established navigation protocols.

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

5/10

Adani Group aluminium project in Odisha

  • Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) and International Resources Holding (IRH) signed an MoU with the Odisha government for an integrated greenfield aluminium project.
  • Project investment is $11.5 billion (₹1.08 lakh crore), representing a major FDI in the metallurgy sector.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Rupee exchange rate performance

  • The Indian rupee depreciated by 19 paise to close at 95.35 against the U.S. dollar on Thursday.
  • The currency opened at 94.95 and fluctuated within a range of 94.90 to 95.42 during the session.

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

5/10

Visa OTP-less payment method

  • Visa has introduced 'Visa Payment Passkey' (VPP), a new payment authentication method for credit card holders.
  • The system eliminates the requirement for One Time Passwords (OTP) during transaction verification.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Submarine cable project India-Malaysia-Singapore

  • The I-2SEA submarine cable system is a joint project by a consortium including Microsoft, Singtel, Tata Communications, and Lightstorm.
  • The project aims to connect India (East Coast), Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur), and Singapore.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

Coal import decline in April

  • India's coal imports declined by approximately 13% (3.14 million tonnes) in April, reaching 21.13 million tonnes.
  • The reduction was primarily driven by the power sector, which saw a 24.9% decline in imports to 3.51 million tonnes.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Editorial: West Bengal Budget welfare promises

  • West Bengal 2026-27 Budget: Total expenditure budgeted at ₹4,28,557 crore, an increase of ₹82,083 crore over 2025-26 Revised Estimates.
  • Fiscal targets: Fiscal deficit projected to decrease from ₹67,774 crore to ₹62,421 crore; revenue deficit from ₹41,164 crore to ₹21,984 crore.

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

5/10

Letters to the Editor: Tamil Nadu politics

  • Concerns raised regarding the stability of democratic mandates due to the resignation of elected legislators shortly after assuming office.
  • The phenomenon of 'horse-trading' or the luring of legislators from one party to another is cited as a challenge to political morality and public trust in democratic institutions.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

5/10

Government notices to Telegram and Signal

  • The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued notices to messaging platforms Telegram and Signal regarding their 'username' feature.
  • This follows a similar notice issued to WhatsApp, which is currently taking reservations for usernames despite not having implemented the feature globally.

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

5/10

CAPF officials' surveillance allegations

  • Recent administrative actions involving the transfer of 20 CRPF officers and the suspension of a DIG-rank officer have sparked concerns among retired CAPF officials.
  • Retired officials allege that these actions are linked to protests by the families of serving officers against the Central Armed Police Force (General Administration) Act, 2026.

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

5/10

Om Parvat and the Rung community

  • The Rung community is an indigenous agri-pastoral and trading group inhabiting the Vyans, Darma, and Chaudans valleys of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand.
  • The community population is approximately 21,000, with a culture historically linked to trans-Himalayan trade routes between India, Tibet, and Nepal.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

Child abuse allegations at Bengaluru creche

  • Five staff members of 'Little Buds Day Care' at Capgemini, Bengaluru, booked for alleged physical and mental abuse of children.
  • Legal provisions invoked: Section 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, and Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice Act, 2015.

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

5/10

Monsoon floods in Himachal Pradesh and Assam

  • Himachal Pradesh: Heavy rainfall caused five rain-related deaths in Shimla, Chamba, and Mandi districts.
  • Himachal Pradesh: A fatality occurred in Lahaul and Spiti due to falling stones from a hillside.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 18-day story

5/10

Delhi Next civic tech innovation programme

  • The ‘Delhi Next’ programme is a civic tech innovation initiative aimed at addressing urban challenges through technological solutions.
  • Key focus areas for innovation include waterlogging, air pollution, and waste management.

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

5/10

Delhi Fire Services 25-year road map

  • Delhi Fire Services (DFS) has proposed a 25-year road map to modernize firefighting infrastructure.
  • The plan includes the addition of eight new fire stations annually.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

World Population Day quiz

  • World Population Day is observed on July 11 to emphasize reproductive and maternal health.
  • The replacement level of the total fertility rate is a key metric in population studies.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Carlsberg India unit IPO

  • Danish brewer Carlsberg has filed for a confidential Initial Public Offering (IPO) for its Indian subsidiary.
  • The confidential filing route allows companies to maintain privacy regarding IPO details until the official launch.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Editorial: Satire and reality

  • Modern satire faces a crisis of relevance as real-world events increasingly mirror or exceed the absurdity of fictional narratives.
  • The influence of 'fandom' and audience expectations often forces creators to dilute critical themes, shifting from satire to mainstream drama or hero-worship.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Editorial: Sarla Bhat case chargesheet

  • The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir has filed a chargesheet in the 1990 killing of nurse Sarla Bhat, marking a re-investigation effort that began in 2020.
  • The chargesheet names five accused, including Yasin Malik, in connection with the abduction and killing of the victim in Srinagar.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

Editorial: Advertising standards

  • High-pressure advertising campaigns often rely on exaggerated claims for consumer goods.
  • There is a growing public cynicism regarding the credibility of advertisements for mass-produced consumer articles.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Railways freight growth

  • Indian Railways recorded a 4% growth in freight loading in June 2026 compared to June 2025.
  • Total freight loaded in June 2026 was 142.21 million tonnes, up from 136.71 million tonnes in June 2025.

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

4/10

Discourse on the title 'Bhagavan'

  • The term 'Bhagavan' is etymologically derived from two components: 'bhaga' and 'vat'.
  • The suffix 'vat' denotes possession of a quality.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Amarnath Yatra commencement

  • The Amarnath Yatra involves a pilgrimage to an ice stalagmite lingam located at an altitude of 3,880 metres.
  • Two primary routes are used: the Baltal route (14 km, steep, one-way) and the Pahalgam route (34 km, including Mahagunas Top at 4,276 m).

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

4/10

Allegations of land deals by M.P. Chief Minister

  • Allegations have surfaced regarding land purchases by family members and associates of a state Chief Minister in Madhya Pradesh.
  • The core of the allegation involves the acquisition of land in areas designated for future government development projects in Ujjain.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike

  • Activist Sonam Wangchuk is currently on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi.
  • The protest has entered its fifth day with reports of deteriorating health conditions among participants, including low blood sugar and blood pressure.

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

4/10

Behbal Kalan firing investigation

  • A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Punjab Police is currently investigating the 2015 Behbal Kalan police firing incident.
  • The investigation involves site visits to locations associated with the 2015 sacrilege incidents, including Burj Jawahar Singh Wala, Bargari, and Behbal Kalan in the Faridkot district.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

CBFC certification for film Jana Nayagan

  • The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is the statutory body responsible for the certification of films for public exhibition in India.
  • The film 'Jana Nayagan' faced delays in the certification process since January, coinciding with the period leading up to the state Assembly elections.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Supreme Court on Madras High Court judges' PAs recruitment

  • The Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing regarding a challenge to a Madras High Court order.
  • The Madras High Court had previously set aside the appointment of 17 Personal Assistants (PAs) to its judges.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Demand for justice in Sarla Bhat case

  • The State Investigation Agency (SIA) of Jammu and Kashmir has filed a chargesheet regarding the 1990 killing of Sarla Bhat, a nurse at SKIMS, after a 36-year investigation.
  • The chargesheet includes five accused, including the JKLF chief, and initiates proclamation proceedings against an absconding suspect believed to be in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK).

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

NIMHANS sleep disorder database for stroke patients

  • NIMHANS and IIIT Hyderabad have developed iSLEEPS, the first open-access Asian database of overnight sleep studies for ischemic stroke patients.
  • The database contains 100 polysomnography (PSG) recordings collected between September 2018 and December 2021.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Quarry accident in Bengaluru

  • Incident: Boulder collapse at a stone quarry in Hulukenahalli village, Tavarekere Hobli, Bengaluru.
  • Casualties: 7 workers killed (5 from Madhya Pradesh, 1 from Karnataka, 1 from Chhattisgarh) and 5 injured.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Punjab land pooling policy amendment

  • The Punjab Cabinet has approved an amendment to the state's land pooling policy.
  • The policy aims to provide enhanced benefits to landowners who contribute land for development projects.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Datia Assembly bypoll announcement

  • The Election Commission (EC) has scheduled byelections for three Assembly constituencies in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat for July 30, with counting on August 3.
  • Vacancies in these constituencies arose due to resignation, disqualification following a criminal conviction, and the death of an incumbent legislator.

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

4/10

Allegations of embezzlement in Ram Temple Trust

  • Allegations of financial irregularities and embezzlement of donations have been raised against officials of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
  • The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is a public trust constituted by the Government of India in 2020.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 28-day story

4/10

Monsoon arrival in Delhi

  • The India Meteorological Department (IMD) officially declared the onset of the monsoon over Delhi on Thursday.
  • The arrival was recorded five days behind the normal onset date of June 27.

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

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