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18 July 2026

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9/10

Editorial: India Semiconductor Mission

  • India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) Phase 2 has an outlay of ₹1.27 lakh crore.
  • The mission focuses on building a comprehensive electronics manufacturing ecosystem.

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

8/10

Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill (VBSA), 2025

  • The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill (VBSA), 2025, aims to establish a new regulatory architecture for higher education in India.
  • Concerns regarding the Bill include the potential centralisation of powers and the infringement upon the autonomy of State universities.

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

7/10

Upgrade of Index of Core Industries (ICI)

  • The Ministry of Commerce and Industry is updating the Index of Core Industries (ICI).
  • The new base year for the ICI series is 2022-23, replacing the previous 2011-12 base year.

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

7/10

Vizhinjam port EXIM operations

  • Vizhinjam port, currently an international trans-shipment hub, will commence EXIM (Export-Import) operations in the third week of August.
  • The port will facilitate direct entry and exit of cargo for businesses in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, potentially reducing transport costs by nearly 50%.

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

7/10

Editorial: India's Parliament and legislative processes

  • Article 121 of the Constitution prohibits parliamentary discussion of the conduct of Supreme Court or High Court judges, except during a motion for removal.
  • The Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968, establishes the procedure for the removal of judges, which includes an inquiry committee, a report, and an address to the President.

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

7/10

Editorial: India-UK trade agreement

  • India-UK trade agreement: 99% of Indian exports by value to enter UK duty-free.
  • Key sectors benefiting from duty-free access: textiles, garments, leather, footwear, marine products, processed food, engineering items, and auto components.

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

7/10

CEC on electoral rolls as a living document

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) defines the electoral roll as a 'living document' that undergoes dynamic evolution.
  • India's electoral roll currently comprises approximately 95 crore registered voters.

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

7/10

Registrar General of India (RGI) scrutiny of birth/death records

  • The Registrar General of India (RGI) has mandated strict scrutiny of digitised birth and death records to prevent fraudulent activities.
  • Concerns identified include compromised credentials of registrars due to unauthorized sharing of user IDs, passwords, and OTPs.

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

7/10

Karti Chidambaram on Lok Sabha strength increase

  • Proposal to increase Lok Sabha strength from 543 to 815 members (50% increase).
  • Concerns raised regarding potential reduction in individual MP participation in debates and constituency issue resolution.

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

7/10

Parliamentary Committee on removal of Prime Minister and Chief Ministers

  • The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill proposes the automatic removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, or Ministers after 30 consecutive days in judicial custody.
  • The Bill aims to address the governance vacuum created when public functionaries remain in office during prolonged incarceration.

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

7/10

Launch of hydrogen-powered train

  • India has launched its first hydrogen-powered train, operating on the Jind-Sonipat route.
  • Indian Railways has achieved approximately 99% electrification of its network, compared to 30% in 2014.

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

7/10

Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project status

  • The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project is India's first bullet train network, supported by Japanese financing, technology, and engineering expertise.
  • The 508-km corridor is currently under rapid civil construction.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Waqf Board row in Kerala

  • The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, mandates the inclusion of two non-Muslim members in the 11-member Waqf Board.
  • The composition of the Waqf Board is currently subject to legal challenges pending before the Supreme Court of India.

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

7/10

Ken-Betwa link project controversies

  • The Ken-Betwa link project is a Union government initiative with an estimated cost of ₹44,000 crore.
  • The project involves the displacement of residents in Panna and Chhatarpur districts of Madhya Pradesh.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 9-day story

7/10

Inauguration of Ayushman Arogya Mandirs in Delhi

  • Delhi government inaugurated 45 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) in Shakarpur.
  • Total number of operational AAMs in Delhi has reached over 415.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

U.S. airstrikes in Iran and regional tensions

  • U.S. has expanded airstrikes against Iran, targeting bridges, energy infrastructure, and the vicinity of Chabahar port.
  • The conflict centers on control of the Strait of Hormuz, with the U.S. aiming to pressure Iran to ease its influence over the maritime chokepoint.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 54-day story

7/10

Supreme Court plea for intersex persons recognition

  • The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Union and State governments regarding a petition to recognize intersex persons as a distinct and identifiable class.
  • The petition distinguishes intersex persons (born with congenital variations in sex characteristics) from individuals who identify with a gender different from their sex assigned at birth.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Supreme Court on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data usage

  • The Supreme Court has clarified that Special Intensive Revision (SIR) data is exclusively linked to electoral processes and cannot be used for non-poll purposes.
  • The Court referenced its May 27 judgment in the Bihar SIR case, which established that SIR outcomes cannot be used to determine citizenship status.

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

6/10

China's AI governance initiative

  • China has launched the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) based in Shanghai, with 29 founding member countries.
  • WAICO membership includes nations from Asia, Africa, and Latin America, including BRICS members Brazil, Russia, South Africa, and others like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Pakistan.

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

6/10

RBI Governor on economic growth risks

  • RBI Governor identifies the West Asia crisis and the expectation of a weak monsoon as primary risks to India's economic growth.
  • The Reserve Bank of India has projected a GDP growth rate of 6.6% for the current financial year.

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

6/10

Editorial: Drug abuse in Kerala

  • Kerala is experiencing a significant rise in substance abuse, particularly synthetic drugs, facilitated by digital technologies and social media.
  • NDPS cases in Kerala rose from 5,695 in 2021 to 26,619 in 2022, reaching 36,314 in 2025.

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

6/10

Indian Navy receives MH-60R Seahawk helicopter

  • The Indian Navy has received an additional MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter from the United States.
  • Total deliveries have reached 21 out of a total order of 24 helicopters.

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

6/10

Supreme Court on railway overcrowding

  • Supreme Court (SC) addressed the issue of persistent overcrowding in Indian Railways, emphasizing the need for safety measures.
  • The SC directed the Railways to deploy ground-level personnel to prevent passengers from travelling on footboards.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

EPFO 'Vishwas 2026' dispute resolution scheme

  • EPFO launched 'Vishwas 2026', a one-time dispute resolution scheme effective from June 29, 2024.
  • The scheme targets disputes regarding the levy of damages or penalties on employers under Section 14B of the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, and Section 128 of the Code on Social Security, 2020.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Appointment of National Commission for Minorities Chairperson

  • The Union government has appointed a new Chairperson for the National Commission for Minorities (NCM).
  • The NCM is a statutory body tasked with safeguarding the interests of minority communities.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Delhi High Court on media accountability

  • Delhi High Court observed that the proliferation of digital media has led to a rise in unregulated and unorganised reporting.
  • Justice Girish Kathpalia noted that individuals without formal training or accountability often operate as reporters using mobile devices.

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

6/10

Meghalaya government opposition to uranium mining

  • The Meghalaya government intends to move a resolution in the State Assembly to formally oppose uranium mining.
  • The move follows public pressure from local groups, including the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), concerned about potential radioactive hazards.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Rahul Gandhi's call for examination system reform

  • Recurring paper leaks in competitive examinations undermine student aspirations and the integrity of the recruitment/selection process.
  • Proposed reforms include shifting from government-centric to student-centric examination models.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 84-day story

5/10

CDSCO approval for Wegovy for fatty liver disease

  • The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has approved Wegovy (semaglutide injection 2.4 mg) for the treatment of non-cirrhotic metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH).
  • Wegovy is the first and only GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) approved in India for this specific indication.

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

5/10

SEBI caution against 'Boss Scam'

  • SEBI has issued a formal caution to regulated entities and listed firms regarding the 'Boss Scam'.
  • The scam involves fraudsters impersonating CEOs or senior management officials.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Sugar production estimates

  • Sugar marketing season 2025-26: Production estimated at 280 lakh tonnes.
  • Production levels are higher than the previous season but lower than initial projections.

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

5/10

IAMAI unveils E-Commerce Council of India

  • The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) has launched the E-Commerce Council of India (ECCI).
  • The ECCI is a national platform designed to unify India's digital commerce ecosystem, currently valued at $120 billion.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Supreme Court on medical negligence in U.P. case

  • Supreme Court Bench led by CJI Surya Kant addressed a case of alleged medical negligence in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
  • The case involves two private hospitals that allegedly refused to admit a four-year-old rape-murder victim in March.

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

5/10

Gujarat ATS arrests in terror module case

  • Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) arrested five individuals in connection with a terror module linked to the banned Pakistan-based outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM).
  • Total arrests in the case have reached 13 individuals.

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

5/10

Supreme Court extension for Bengaluru civic polls

  • The Supreme Court of India granted an extension for conducting civic elections for 369 wards across five city corporations in Bengaluru until December 2026.
  • The extension was requested by the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and the Karnataka State Election Commission (SEC).

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

5/10

Madras High Court on bribery case probe

  • The Madras High Court dismissed a plea seeking the transfer of a bribery investigation from the Greater Chennai Police to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
  • The court established that judicial transfer of investigations to central agencies cannot be based solely on newspaper headlines, viral videos, or social media content.

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

5/10

Ecological recovery of Manasbal Lake

  • Manasbal Lake, located in Ganderbal district, J&K, is India's deepest freshwater lake.
  • Dimensions: 3.5 km long, 1.5 km wide, and 43 feet deep.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Supreme Court bail plea for Surendra Gadling

  • Surendra Gadling, an advocate accused in the 2018 Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, has been in custody for seven-and-a-half years.
  • The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the bail plea of the accused in the upcoming week.

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

5/10

Appointment of Delhi Police Commissioner

  • The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) appointed Anurag Kumar, a 1994-batch IPS officer, as the Delhi Police Commissioner.
  • The appointment was made by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet following an MHA proposal.

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

5/10

Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike and education system reform

  • Activist Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike demanding accountability and reform in the national examination system.
  • Concerns raised by protesters include systemic failures in high-stakes examinations, such as paper leaks and the overall integrity of the testing process.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 84-day story

4/10

New Zealand wildlife

  • New Zealand separated from the supercontinent Gondwana approximately 85 million years ago, leading to prolonged ecological isolation.
  • The absence of terrestrial mammals for millions of years allowed birds, reptiles, and insects to occupy ecological niches typically held by predators and grazers.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Earthquake in Southern Mexico

  • A 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Southern Mexico and parts of Central America.
  • The event was recorded and reported by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

HCLTech global centre in GIFT City

  • HCLTech has inaugurated a new Global Technology Centre located in GIFT City, Ahmedabad.
  • The centre currently employs 500 engineers.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

JSW Steel Q1 financial results

  • JSW Steel reported a consolidated net profit of ₹4,696 crore for the quarter ended June 30.
  • The profit figure represents a more than two-fold increase compared to the ₹2,209 crore profit recorded in the same quarter of the previous financial year (2025-26).

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

United Breweries canning line in Telangana

  • United Breweries Ltd (UBL), a subsidiary of the Heineken Company, has commissioned a new canning line at its Nizam Brewery in Telangana.
  • The project involved an investment of ₹90 crore.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Amfi streamlines mutual fund transmission process

  • The Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi) has introduced a revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the transmission of mutual fund units following the death of an investor.
  • The initiative follows a directive from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to simplify claim procedures for nominees and legal heirs.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Gurugram police encounter

  • Gurugram encounter: 60 rounds fired in 120 seconds between police and alleged gang members in Sushant Lok Phase-I.
  • Casualties: Four alleged shooters killed, three police personnel injured, one suspect critically injured.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Stock market performance

  • Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed 1% higher on Friday.
  • Sensex closed at 78,151.45 points; Nifty closed at 24,334.30 points.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Reliance Industries (RIL) Q1 financial results

  • Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) Q1 FY2026 net profit declined 22.4% YoY to ₹20,946 crore, largely due to a high base effect from the previous year's sale of Asian Paints shares.
  • Net revenue for Q1 increased by 25.41% YoY to ₹3,11,850 crore.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Direct-to-consumer apparel shipments

  • Direct-to-consumer (D2C) apparel shipments are increasing globally due to geopolitical uncertainties affecting traditional markets.
  • Global fibre consumption is rising, driven by population growth and increased affordability.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Spiritual discourse on Navavidha Sambandham

  • Navavidha Sambandham refers to the ninefold spiritual relationship between the Supreme Lord (Emberuman) and living souls (jivatmas).
  • The concept is documented as the 11th secret in 'Ashtadasa Rahasyangal', a work by Swami Pillai Lokacharya.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Supreme Court permits release of animated film

  • The Supreme Court permitted the release of the animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath' after it was previously banned by the Orissa High Court.
  • The film had received prior clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Badrinath temple financial irregularities investigation

  • A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is investigating financial irregularities regarding 'thali bhent' (plate offerings) and donations at the Badrinath temple, Uttarakhand.
  • The investigation involves the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), a statutory body managing temple affairs.

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

4/10

Election Commission extension of SIR schedule in Maharashtra

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra by 10 days.
  • The revised deadline for the revision process is August 8, extended from the original July 29.

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

4/10

CBI chargesheet in Reliance Communications (RCom) case

  • The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a second chargesheet in the Reliance Communications (RCom) case.
  • The chargesheet names Netizen Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (formerly Reliance Infocomm Engineering Pvt. Ltd.) and two of its directors, Anil Kalya and Tunu Sahu.

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

4/10

Civilian death in Bhaderwah

  • A civilian identified as Aarif Hussain died from gunshot wounds in Bhaderwah, Chenab Valley.
  • Two personnel from the Jammu and Kashmir Police’s Special Operation Group (SOG) sustained injuries during the incident.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Train accident in Murshidabad, West Bengal

  • Incident: A train-vehicle collision occurred at a manned level crossing near Karna Subarna station, Murshidabad, West Bengal.
  • Casualties: 5 deaths (4 schoolchildren, 1 bicycle rider) and 3 injuries.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Opposition to Bidadi Township Project

  • The Bidadi Township Project and the proposed second international airport in Kanakapura, Karnataka, are facing significant public and local opposition.
  • Concerns regarding the project include the potential impact on land acquisition and the displacement of local farmers.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 6-day story

4/10

Sharjeel Imam's bail plea in Delhi High Court

  • Sharjeel Imam, an accused in the 2020 north-east Delhi riots case, has challenged a trial court's rejection of his second regular bail application in the Delhi High Court.
  • The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Delhi Police, with the next hearing scheduled for August 27.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 11-day story

4/10

Chemical tanker explosion in Mumbai

  • Incident: Chemical tanker explosion occurred during maintenance work in Chembur East, Mumbai.
  • Casualties: One death reported; three individuals injured.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Cash seizure ahead of Datia Assembly by-election

  • Madhya Pradesh police seized ₹36.19 lakh in cash in Datia district ahead of the July 30 Assembly by-election.
  • Seizures occurred at two locations: ₹15 lakh at Sevdha toll checkpoint and ₹21.19 lakh at Goraghat checkpoint.

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

4/10

Clarification on Tata Group investment in Kerala

  • Mission Samudra is a Kerala government initiative aimed at attracting ₹10,000 crore in total investment to the State's maritime sector.
  • The initiative focuses on comprehensive maritime development rather than a single project.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

NEET-UG 2026 re-examination

  • NEET-UG 2026 was originally conducted on May 3, 2026.
  • The exam was cancelled due to allegations of paper leaks and large-scale irregularities.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 84-day story

4/10

Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election norms

  • Delhi University (DU) has introduced stricter campaign norms for the upcoming DUSU elections, following Delhi High Court observations regarding public property defacement.
  • New restrictions include a cap of five vehicles per candidate, a ban on the use of animals, tractors, and JCBs, and a prohibition on name stickers on vehicles.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

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