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7 July 2026

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8/10

Editorials and opinion pieces

  • Voting in India is currently a statutory right under the Representation of the People Acts, not a fundamental right.
  • Supreme Court jurisprudence (e.g., Ponnuswami 1952, Jyoti Basu 1982, Kuldip Nayar 2006) consistently defines the right to vote as statutory.

2 min · 4 questions · 2 prelims

8/10

Census 2027 caste enumeration rehearsal

  • The rehearsal for the second phase of the 2027 Census (Population Enumeration) is currently underway in 16 States and Union Territories.
  • The exercise features an 'open column' for respondents to record their caste, marking a significant methodological shift.

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

8/10

Reconstitution of Madhya Pradesh Waqf Board

  • Madhya Pradesh has become the first state to reconstitute its Waqf Board under the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.
  • The 2025 Amendment mandates the inclusion of at least two non-Muslim members in the Central Waqf Council and State Waqf Boards.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

Deportation of illegal settlers in Assam

  • Assam Accord (1985) serves as the foundational framework for identifying illegal immigrants in Assam, with March 24, 1971, as the cut-off date for detection and deportation.
  • Data indicates 31,789 illegal immigrants have been deported from Assam over the last 40 years out of 1,72,673 detected cases.

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

7/10

Foreign investment in Indian bond market

  • Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) in Indian bond markets reached a record ₹55,518 crore in June 2026.
  • The Centre waived Long Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax on foreign investment in bonds to attract long-term institutional investors.

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

7/10

Skyroot Aerospace Vikram-1 rocket launch

  • Skyroot Aerospace is set to launch Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket.
  • The launch window for the mission is scheduled between July 12 and August 4.

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

7/10

El Nino impact on India's power output

  • El Nino conditions in the equatorial Pacific are expected to strengthen through the monsoon, leading to below-normal rainfall.
  • CREA projects a potential power generation gap of 17.7 to 24 TWh over one year due to reduced wind and hydropower output and increased cooling demand.

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

7/10

Cooperative life insurance company formation

  • The Ministry of Cooperation plans to establish a cooperative life insurance company to support the growth of the cooperative sector.
  • India currently has approximately 8.5 lakh cooperatives with a total membership exceeding 30 crore.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Meghalaya CM's concerns over FCRA changes

  • Meghalaya Chief Minister raised concerns regarding proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA).
  • Specific concern pertains to Section 16A(5) of the proposed amendment.

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

7/10

India's campaign for UN Security Council seat

  • India has officially launched its campaign for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council (UNSC) for the 2028-29 term.
  • The campaign launch is scheduled for July 13 in New York, led by the External Affairs Minister.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Tamil Nadu CM opposes National Food Security Act amendment

  • The National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, currently provides 35 kg of foodgrains per month to every household under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) category, regardless of family size.
  • A proposed amendment to the first proviso to sub-section (1) of Section 3 of the NFSA seeks to change the entitlement to 7 kg per person per month, subject to a maximum ceiling of 35 kg per household.

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

7/10

Transition to electric autos in Delhi

  • Delhi is transitioning from internal combustion engine (ICE) three-wheelers to electric vehicles (EVs) to mitigate air pollution.
  • Historical context: Delhi’s transition to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in the late 1990s was mandated by the Supreme Court following a 1996 public interest litigation by M.C. Mehta.

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

6/10

SEBI plans to ease short selling

  • SEBI plans to ease short selling by doubling the number of shares eligible for Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB).
  • The initiative aims to boost the cash equities market and shift investor focus from the derivatives market to cash segments.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Commissioning of stealth frigate Mahendragiri

  • Mahendragiri (F38) is the sixth indigenous Project 17A stealth frigate of the Indian Navy.
  • The vessel was designed by the Navy's Warship Design Bureau and constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai.

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

6/10

BRICS anti-drug agencies meeting

  • The 2026 BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies’ Meeting was held in Guwahati, India.
  • BRICS membership has expanded to include Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Indonesia.

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

6/10

PM Modi's visit to Indonesia

  • Prime Minister's three-nation tour includes Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand.
  • Visit to Indonesia aims to strengthen the Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, and commitment to a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

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

6/10

UAPA case against Andhra Pradesh YouTuber

  • Andhra Pradesh Police have invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against a YouTuber for alleged propagation of Maoist ideology.
  • The accused has been remanded to judicial custody following his arrest.

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

6/10

Kerala government and Adani Group relations

  • The Kerala government and Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) are currently in discussions regarding the proposed sale of shares in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited (AVPPL).
  • The Adani Group has stated that the future development of the Vizhinjam port project is contingent upon support from both the State and Central governments.

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

6/10

ASHA workers protest in Haryana

  • Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) in Haryana are protesting for improved wages, job security, and better working conditions.
  • The protests are part of a nationwide movement organized by the All India Federation.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls

  • Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is an ongoing Election Commission (EC) exercise to update voter lists.
  • Malkangiri, Odisha, reported the highest voter deletions in the state, with 27,653 names removed (10.96% of its pre-SIR electorate).

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

6/10

Child protection committees in Delhi schools

  • The Delhi government has mandated the establishment of child protection committees in all 5,633 schools across the capital.
  • The deadline for the formation of these committees is July 31.

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

5/10

NSE IPO plans

  • The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is planning an initial public offering (IPO) targeted for September.
  • The estimated size of the IPO is approximately ₹30,000 crore.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Rupee depreciation against U.S. dollar

  • The Indian rupee depreciated by 25 paise against the U.S. dollar, closing at 95.43.
  • The currency traded within a daily range of 95.22 to 95.48.

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

5/10

Supreme Court plea on Prophet Muhammed remarks

  • The Supreme Court Vacation Bench (Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Sheel Nagu) refused to entertain an oral plea seeking direct intervention regarding alleged derogatory remarks against a religious figure.
  • The Court emphasized the necessity of following the established legal hierarchy, starting with filing complaints at the police level.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Trinamool Congress factional dispute

  • The Election Commission (EC) of India is the constitutional authority responsible for adjudicating disputes regarding party leadership and organisational legitimacy.
  • Internal party disputes often hinge on the interpretation of party constitutions, specifically regarding tenure of office-bearers and the validity of organisational elections.

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

5/10

Assam Rifles ambush in Manipur

  • Two Assam Rifles personnel killed and others injured in an ambush in Ukhrul district, Manipur.
  • The incident occurred near Nungshangkhong, approximately 16 km east of Ukhrul district headquarters.

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

5/10

Landslide and rain impact in Pune

  • Heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, specifically Pune and Mumbai, has resulted in significant infrastructure disruption and loss of life.
  • A landslide in Patan village, Maval taluka, Pune, resulted in three fatalities and ongoing rescue operations by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF).

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

5/10

HMT revival package controversy

  • Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT) is a public sector enterprise currently under consideration for a central government revival package.
  • A dispute has emerged regarding the ownership and classification of 430 acres of land held by HMT in Bengaluru.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Relief for IDPs in Manipur

  • Manipur government provided financial assistance of ₹1 lakh each to 26 chronically ill internally displaced persons (IDPs).
  • Beneficiaries are residents of the Lamboikhongnangkhong relief camp in Imphal.

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

5/10

Tree transplantation for Delhi housing project

  • The Delhi Forest Department has approved the transplantation of 1,049 trees and the felling of 42 trees.
  • The project involves the redevelopment of government housing in Sarojini Nagar.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Legal challenge to court clip circulation in Kejriwal case

  • Tech giants Google and Meta have informed the Delhi High Court that proactive monitoring of unauthorised court hearing video clips is technically impracticable.
  • The companies argue that the sheer volume of content uploaded daily to YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram makes manual or automated identification impossible without specific URLs.

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

5/10

NIA chargesheet in Pahalgam terror attack

  • The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a supplementary chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case (April 22, 2025) before the NIA Special Court in Jammu.
  • Charges were filed against Hafiz Saeed (LeT chief) and his proxy organisation, The Resistance Front (TRF).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Euclid telescope discovers oldest quasars

  • Euclid space telescope, operated by the European Space Agency, has discovered 31 ancient quasars.
  • Quasars are the luminous cores of distant galaxies, powered by supermassive black holes converting gravitational energy into radiation.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

FDA approval for vepdegestrant cancer therapy

  • On May 1, the U.S. FDA approved vepdegestrant for patients with ESR1-mutated, ER-positive, and HER2-negative advanced breast cancer.
  • Vepdegestrant is the first FDA-approved therapy based on PROTAC (proteolysis-targeting chimaera) technology.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Science quiz

  • Haber process: Nitrogen and hydrogen combine to form ammonia while ammonia simultaneously decomposes; equilibrium is reached when forward and reverse reaction rates are identical.
  • Laser technology: Operates by maintaining a population inversion where more atoms are in an excited state than a relaxed state, releasing energy as they return to lower states.

2 min · 2 questions · 3 prelims

4/10

Wildfires in southern Europe

  • Wildfires are currently affecting multiple countries across southern Europe, including Portugal, Spain, France, and Greece.
  • The scale of the devastation exceeds 20,000 hectares of land.

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

4/10

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo

  • The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has resulted in over 500 deaths.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) reports 1,561 confirmed cases of Ebola in the DRC.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 9-day story

4/10

China missile test in Pacific

  • China conducted a test-fire of a 'strategic' missile carrying a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean.
  • The launch was executed by a Chinese submarine at 12:01 pm (04:01 GMT) and landed in a designated sea area.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Manipal Health Enterprises IPO approval

  • Manipal Health Enterprises Ltd. has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to launch an Initial Public Offering (IPO).
  • The proposed IPO consists of a fresh issue of shares totaling ₹8,000 crore.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Granules India drug approval

  • Granules India received sole first-to-file (FTF) status for an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA).
  • The drug is Sodium Oxybate extended-release for oral suspension, a generic equivalent to Lumryz ER.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Microsoft layoffs

  • Microsoft is reducing its workforce by approximately 4,800 employees, representing 2.1% of its total staff.
  • The restructuring primarily impacts the company's commercial and Xbox business divisions.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Automobile retail sales growth

  • June 2026 auto retail sales reached 25,57,234 units, a 21.83% YoY growth.
  • Segment growth: Passenger Vehicles (28.63%), Tractors (25.31%), Two-Wheelers (21.22%), Commercial Vehicles (16.88%), Three-Wheelers (16.20%).

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

4/10

SGPC condemns removal of film 'Satluj' from OTT

  • The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has formally opposed the removal of the film 'Satluj' from the ZEE5 OTT platform.
  • The Union government directed the removal of the film citing security concerns.

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

4/10

Allahabad High Court plea on Taj Mahal survey

  • The Allahabad High Court has issued notices to the Union government and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) regarding a plea for a survey of the Taj Mahal.
  • The petition challenges an earlier order by an Agra court that had refused to direct a survey of the monument.

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

4/10

New appointments to BPRD, NCRB, and SVPNPA

  • The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has appointed new leadership for three key police-related institutions.
  • Alok Mittal (1993-batch IPS) appointed as Chief of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Congress criticism of government foreign policy

  • Criticism regarding the perceived decline in India's global reputation and diplomatic standing.
  • Concerns raised over the consistency of India's moral stance in international conflicts, specifically regarding West Asia.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Resignations at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust

  • Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust accepted resignations of General Secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra following preliminary SIT report on alleged financial irregularities.
  • Krishna Mohan appointed as acting general secretary.

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

4/10

Rape and murder of minor in West Bengal

  • Incident: Rape and murder of a 12-year-old minor in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal.
  • Legal Framework: Charges registered under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Sections 63 (rape), 70(2) (gang rape), 103(1) (murder), and 238 (tampering with evidence), alongside relevant sections of the POCSO Act.

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

4/10

Investigation into controversial school books in J&K

  • Counter Intelligence Jammu (J&K Police) is investigating controversial content in books distributed to government school libraries.
  • The books in question are 'Personalities and Legends of J&K' (by Hilal Ahmad and Santosh Meena) and 'Great Personalities of Jammu and Kashmir' (by Sushant Giri).

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

4/10

Road damage in Seoni district after inauguration

  • Incident in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh: A newly constructed road connecting Mohbarra and Sarasdol was damaged by rain one day after its inauguration.
  • Project cost: The road project was completed at a cost of ₹3.93 crore.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Supreme Court hearing on Karur stampede case

  • The Supreme Court is hearing a petition concerning the Karur stampede case, which resulted in 41 fatalities.
  • A plea has been filed seeking to restrict public statements by public figures that may influence material witnesses during an ongoing CBI investigation.

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

4/10

Custodial torture allegations in Kerala POCSO case

  • Allegations of custodial torture have emerged in a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) case in Kerala.
  • A 20-year-old accused individual has filed a formal complaint alleging physical abuse while in police custody.

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

4/10

Flyadeal launches India operations

  • Flyadeal, a Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier, has commenced its maiden operations in India.
  • The airline launched a daily non-stop service connecting Hyderabad and Riyadh.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

UAPA case against Kerala man for offensive comment

  • The Kerala Police have invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) against a 26-year-old individual for posting an offensive comment on social media.
  • The comment was directed at the daughter of a victim of the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

White Gut Disease outbreak in Andhra Pradesh shrimp farms

  • White Gut Disease (WGD), also known as White Feces Disease (WFD), has been reported in shrimp ponds in Andhra Pradesh.
  • The outbreak was identified in the West Godavari district, specifically in Undi mandal.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Relocation of Punjabi Lane residents in Shillong

  • The Meghalaya government is in the process of finalizing the relocation of residents from the Punjabi Lane (Them Metor) area in Shillong.
  • The issue has been a point of contention since 2018, involving sanitation workers residing near the Iewduh market.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Resignation of actors from AMMA

  • Actors Revathy and Padmapriya resigned from the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) citing systemic patriarchy and power politics.
  • The resignations follow the release of the Hema Committee report, which investigated issues faced by women in the Malayalam film industry.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Controversy over Bihar police encounter

  • Alleged extrajudicial killing of a 28-year-old local activist in Bhojpur district, Bihar, on June 17.
  • Police version: The deceased opened fire on officers with an illegal firearm during an attempted arrest; police retaliated in self-defence.

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

4/10

WFI show-cause notice to Vinesh Phogat

  • The Delhi High Court directed the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to resolve the show-cause notice issued to athlete Vinesh Phogat within two weeks.
  • The show-cause notice pertains to allegations of indiscipline and anti-doping rule violations.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Alleged irregularities in Haryana teacher exams

  • Allegations of procedural irregularities in the Haryana Teacher Eligibility Test (HTET) for trained graduate teachers and primary teachers.
  • Reported issues include broken seals on question paper packets, printing errors, and incomplete questions.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction notice

  • The Delhi High Court is hearing petitions challenging a June 29 show-cause notice issued by the Estate Officer of the Land and Development Office (L&DO) to the Delhi Gymkhana Club.
  • The notice was issued under the Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, requiring the club to explain why eviction proceedings should not be initiated.

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

4/10

Midday meal safety incident in Delhi school

  • Incident: A dead lizard was discovered in a midday meal container at Sarvodaya Co-Educational School, Delhi, on July 3.
  • Legal Action: An FIR has been registered against the supplying NGO under Section 125 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which addresses acts endangering life or personal safety.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

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