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3 August 2026

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8/10

CAPF officers' challenge to General Administration Act

  • Over 3,000 CAPF Group A officers have challenged the Central Armed Police Force (General Administration) Act, 2026, in the Supreme Court.
  • The Act was notified on April 9, 2026, following its passage on April 2, 2026.

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

8/10

Judicial appointments and Collegium transparency

  • Justice Ujjal Bhuyan highlighted concerns regarding the lack of transparency in the Supreme Court Collegium's judicial appointment process.
  • The absence of recorded reasons for recommendations is cited as a risk, potentially allowing individuals with problematic judicial conduct to be elevated.

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

7/10

Centre's additional tax devolution to States

  • The Union Finance Ministry released an additional instalment of tax devolution to State governments on August 1, 2026.
  • The total amount released in this additional instalment is ₹1,09,019 crore.

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

7/10

Renewable energy growth and coal share reduction

  • In July, India's coal-based power generation share declined to 65.7% from 69% in June.
  • Renewable energy generation reached a record high of 36.25 billion kWh in July, a 30% increase year-on-year.

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

7/10

RBI foreign currency swap facility

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced a concessional swap facility on June 5 to encourage foreign currency inflows and strengthen India's balance of payments.
  • The facility covers fresh Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) (FCNR(B)) deposits, Overseas Foreign Currency Borrowings (OFCB), and External Commercial Borrowings (ECB).

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

7/10

India's trade and investment balancing act

  • India is balancing strategic objectives with the need to boost trade and investment from the U.S. and China.
  • The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGTR) investigates dumping and recommends anti-dumping duties to the Finance Ministry.

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

7/10

Rahul Gandhi on Delimitation Bill

  • Delimitation is the process of fixing boundaries of territorial constituencies in a country or a province having a legislative body.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the potential impact of future delimitation exercises on the political representation of states, particularly regarding the balance of power between states with varying population growth rates.

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

7/10

Mahanadi river water dispute

  • The Mahanadi river water dispute involves the states of Odisha and Chhattisgarh.
  • The Central Water Commission (CWC) chairperson leads a technical committee tasked with reporting to the Mahanadi Water Dispute Tribunal.

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

7/10

Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill

  • The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, aims to curb exam malpractices through time-bound investigations and speedy trials.
  • Investigations must be completed within 60 days by police, central agencies, or Special Task Forces.

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

7/10

Political discourse on student protests and exam leaks

  • Student protest movement emerged following remarks by the Chief Justice of India comparing unemployed youth to 'cockroaches'.
  • Movement utilized social media platforms and viral digital content to mobilize over 22 million followers.

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

7/10

PM SHRI scheme implementation in Kerala

  • The PM SHRI (Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India) scheme is a centrally sponsored initiative aimed at upgrading schools.
  • Participation in the PM SHRI scheme is contingent upon States signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Union government.

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

7/10

Cauvery water sharing dispute

  • The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) directed Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily for 15 days to Tamil Nadu.
  • The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) confirmed the CWRC directive on July 30.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

GST collections and revenue trends

  • Gross GST collections in July reached ₹2.11 lakh crore, marking a 15.4% year-on-year growth.
  • Domestic transaction tax collections grew by 10.1% to over ₹1.44 lakh crore.

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

6/10

NCISM clarification on 'quack' terminology

  • The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) is a statutory body established under the NCISM Act, 2020.
  • NCISM regulates education, professional standards, and registration for Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Sowa-Rigpa.

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

6/10

Japanese capital investment in India

  • India is projected to become the primary destination for Japanese capital over the next decade.
  • Japanese investment focus is shifting from traditional sectors like manufacturing and infrastructure to financial services, technology, startups, and social ventures.

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

6/10

Union government disaster fund release to States

  • The Union government has approved an advance release of ₹2,117.85 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to seven flood-affected states.
  • Beneficiary states include Himachal Pradesh, Odisha, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Gujarat, and Maharashtra.

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

6/10

Voluntary drug testing in IITs and IIMs

  • The Ministry of Education has initiated a voluntary drug screening program for incoming students at IITs and IIMs.
  • The program aims to screen approximately 10 lakh students across 170 centrally-funded higher education institutes over the next three years.

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

6/10

Karnataka High Court ruling on royal estate partition

  • The Karnataka High Court upheld the validity of Section 5(ii) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
  • Section 5(ii) excludes certain estates of former royal families from being partitioned under the Act.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

PM Modi's development projects in Andhra Pradesh

  • Inauguration of Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh.
  • Airport developed via Public-Private Partnership (PPP) by GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport Limited at a cost of ₹5,640 crore.

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

6/10

Madras High Court byelection stay case

  • Former MLAs of Viralimalai and Karur constituencies filed applications in the Madras High Court to vacate an interim stay on the conduct of byelections.
  • The Madras High Court had issued an interim order on July 10 restraining the Election Commission of India (ECI) from notifying byelections in five constituencies.

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

6/10

Chennai monsoon preparedness

  • Northeast monsoon in Chennai is characterized by volatility and potential for short, intense rainfall episodes.
  • El Nino conditions are expected to strengthen during the latter half of the Southwest monsoon, potentially influencing the Northeast monsoon.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Houthi denial of Red Sea transit fees

  • Yemen’s Houthi-run maritime coordination body has officially denied plans to impose transit fees on commercial vessels navigating the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
  • The organization stated that no formal decision regarding the implementation of such fees has been adopted.

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

5/10

China's military drills in South China Sea

  • China conducted joint naval and air military drills near the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.
  • The drills aimed to test coordination between air and sea operations and rapid reinforcement capabilities.

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

5/10

U.S. Special Envoy Sergio Gor's visit to Bangladesh

  • U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, visited Bangladesh to discuss bilateral ties, trade, and investment.
  • The U.S. has invited Bangladesh to join the 'Pax Silica' initiative, a U.S.-led economic security alliance.

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

5/10

China's AI development vs U.S. labs

  • Chinese AI firms Moonshot AI (Kimi K3) and Z.ai (GLM-5.2) have released frontier-level models with open weights, challenging the closed-model strategy of U.S. labs like OpenAI and Anthropic.
  • Open-weight models allow for local hosting, fine-tuning, and downstream ecosystem development, potentially turning developers and cloud providers into resellers.

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

5/10

SEBI penalty on Zee Entertainment

  • SEBI imposed a penalty of ₹1.5 crore on Zee Entertainment Ltd. and its promoters, Subhash Chandra and Punit Goenka.
  • The promoters were barred from the securities market for a period of one year.

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

5/10

Cotton production estimates

  • Cotton production for the 2025-2026 marketing season is estimated at 290.24 lakh bales (170 kg each), a decline from 297.24 lakh bales in 2024-2025.
  • The marketing season commenced on October 1, 2025.

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

5/10

Delhi HC protection for Yuvraj Singh's personality rights

  • The Delhi High Court granted interim protection to a public figure regarding personality rights.
  • The order restrains the unauthorised use of name, image, voice, and likeness by individuals and online entities.

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

5/10

CBI investigation into Reliance Capital EPFO fraud

  • CBI registered an FIR against Reliance Capital Limited (RCL) regarding an alleged EPFO investment fraud of ₹1,816.22 crore.
  • The total amount involved includes a principal of ₹1,007.55 crore and an interest liability of ₹808.67 crore.

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

5/10

India-China trade resumption at Shipki La

  • Cross-border trade between India and China via the Shipki La pass in Himachal Pradesh has resumed after a six-year hiatus.
  • The route is historically significant as part of the ancient Silk Route connecting India with Tibet.

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

5/10

AAP protest against E20 fuel

  • E20 fuel refers to petrol blended with 20% ethanol.
  • Concerns raised regarding the impact of E20 fuel on engine compatibility and potential vehicle damage.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 21-day story

5/10

Security concerns for migrant workers in J&K

  • Recent targeted terror attack in Kulgam, J&K, resulted in the deaths of two migrant labourers from Chhattisgarh.
  • L-G of J&K has ordered a comprehensive review of Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) for the protection of non-local labourers.

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

5/10

Kerala government's Malayalam cinema industry status proposal

  • The Kerala government is developing a draft framework to grant 'industry status' to the Malayalam film sector, as announced in the Revised State Budget 2026-27.
  • The initiative is part of a 100-day action plan involving the Department of Culture, Department of Local Self-Government, Department of Finance, and the Kerala State Electricity Board.

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

5/10

Godavari river floods in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

  • Godavari river reached the third flood warning level at Bhadrachalam.
  • Heavy inflows from upper reaches caused significant flooding in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Sanitation workers' protest in Chennai

  • Over 1,000 sanitation workers protested at Ripon Buildings, Chennai, demanding resolution of long-pending grievances.
  • Key demand: Implementation of a daily wage of ₹832 as promised by the Chennai District Collector.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

5/10

GCC civic enforcement and financial challenges

  • Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) faces a total bill liability of ₹3,434.72 crore for 2026-27.
  • Liability consists of ₹1,929.72 crore in pending bills (as of July 29, 2026) and ₹1,505 crore in anticipated bills for the current year.

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

5/10

EVM verification process in Kolathur

  • Verification process of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in Kolathur constituency involves 14 polling stations.
  • Election Commission (EC) guidelines govern the verification process; it is not a recount exercise.

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

5/10

AAI infrastructure expansion in Tamil Nadu

  • AAI is pushing for a new airport in Rameswaram, Ramanathapuram district, citing high tourist potential.
  • The project is proposed under the RCS-UDAN (Regional Connectivity Scheme) framework.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Kerala extreme rainfall and disaster management

  • Recent extreme rainfall in Kerala resulted in 8 deaths, including 3 children, due to landslips, flashfloods, and electrocution.
  • Six fishermen are missing in the Arabian Sea; two residents are missing in Kannur.

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

4/10

U.S. embassies security alert for West Asia

  • U.S. embassies in Amman, Jerusalem, and Baghdad have issued security alerts advising American citizens to consider departing or be prepared to depart the region.
  • The alerts cite the risk of an 'unforeseen escalation' in the regional conflict.

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

4/10

Dog tongue-inspired cooling technology

  • Scientists identified previously unknown hair-like structures on beagles' tongues.
  • These structures facilitate the rapid spreading and evaporation of saliva, aiding in canine thermoregulation.

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

4/10

Gut health benefits of plant-based diets

  • Plant-based diets enhance gut health through a synergistic interaction between plant proteins and soluble fibre.
  • Unlike animal proteins which are largely absorbed in the upper digestive tract, plant proteins reach the colon.

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

4/10

Donkeys used for wildfire prevention

  • Grassroots initiatives in Spain (Tivissa Donkey Firefighters and El Burrito Feliz) are using donkeys for wildfire prevention.
  • Mechanism: Donkeys graze on dry grass and scrubland, reducing flammable vegetation in high-risk areas.

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

4/10

Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute launch

  • The Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute (LTPI) is a newly established private research institute focused exclusively on theoretical physics.
  • LTPI aims to maintain a lean structure with 10-12 full-time faculty, approximately 40 postdoctoral researchers, and visiting scholars.

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

4/10

Vodafone Idea DoT notice

  • The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a notice to Vodafone Idea for ₹26.83 crore in liquidated damages.
  • The notice pertains to an alleged default in meeting minimum rollout obligations for spectrum acquired in the 2022 auctions.

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

4/10

Automobile industry sales performance

  • Maruti Suzuki India Ltd reported July wholesales of 2,41,421 units, a 34% YoY increase, with domestic sales rising 42% to 2,00,123 units.
  • Passenger car wholesales for Maruti Suzuki grew 42% YoY, while utility vehicle (UV) sales increased by 49%.

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

4/10

K. Annamalai's policy paper for Tamil Nadu

  • The 'We The Leaders' movement released a 250-page policy paper focused on environmental sustainability and health in Tamil Nadu.
  • The report identifies a strong correlation between climate vulnerability and developmental stagnation in the state.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Counterfeit military uniform racket in Rajasthan

  • A joint operation by Army Intelligence and Rajasthan Police uncovered a counterfeit military combat uniform racket in Sriganganagar district.
  • Approximately 1,000 metres of unauthorised Army-pattern combat cloth were seized during the operation.

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

4/10

Ladakh Police FIR against social media influencer

  • Ladakh Police registered a zero FIR against a social media influencer for allegedly objectionable remarks in a Facebook video.
  • The case was filed at Leh police station based on a written complaint.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Varsha Ashok Aglawe appointed GSI Director General

  • Varsha Ashok Aglawe appointed as the 54th Director General of the Geological Survey of India (GSI).
  • She is the first woman to hold this position in the 176-year history of the GSI.

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

4/10

NEET-PG examination reforms

  • NEET-PG examination scheduled for August 30.
  • Reforms introduced to enhance candidate convenience and logistics.

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

4/10

Terror suspect arrest by West Bengal STF

  • West Bengal Special Task Force (STF) arrested Hamim Mondal on charges of terror-related activities.
  • Suspect allegedly linked to Pakistan-based Shehzad Bhatti gang and other terror outfits.

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

4/10

Amit Shah on Ajit Doval's role in defence

  • National Security Advisor (NSA) role involves advising on national security decisions and strengthening foreign policy.
  • The Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) serves as the backbone of India's internal security architecture.

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

4/10

Evacuation of Sikhs from Iran

  • Operation Sindhu was launched by the Indian government to evacuate Indian citizens, including members of the Sikh community, from the West Asia region during the recent crisis.
  • Approximately 50 members of the Sikh community were safely evacuated from Iran under this operation.

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

4/10

Taslima Nasrin's security in West Bengal

  • Taslima Nasrin, an exiled Bangladeshi writer, returned to Kolkata after 19 years.
  • Nasrin was originally exiled from Bangladesh in 1994 due to her writings.

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

4/10

Nirmala Sitharaman on Saiva Tirumurais

  • The Saiva Tirumurais consist of 12 volumes of devotional Tamil literature dedicated to Lord Shiva.
  • These texts are credited with democratising Tamil literature by making devotional hymns accessible to common people, moving beyond the domain of scholars.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Sowcarpet traders' protest against GST officials

  • Wholesale traders in Chennai's Sowcarpet and Broadway observed a day-long bandh protesting alleged harassment by GST officials.
  • Affected areas include major wholesale hubs like Narayana Mudali Street, Govindappa Naicken Street, and Ritchie Street, the latter being India's second-largest electronics market.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Tamil Nadu weather outlook

  • Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) outlook for August indicates normal or above-normal rainfall for most parts of Tamil Nadu, excluding the Western Ghats.
  • Coastal Tamil Nadu is expected to receive normal or above-average rainfall, while interior districts are likely to record normal rainfall.

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

4/10

Cancer Institute Annual Survivors Reunion Day

  • Cancer Institute (WIA) Annual Survivors Reunion Day highlights the role of psychological support and community in cancer recovery.
  • Key factors in overcoming cancer identified by survivors include timely diagnosis, consistent treatment, and robust family support systems.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Crime and law enforcement in Chennai

  • Recent criminal incidents in Chennai highlight concerns regarding interpersonal violence, organized robbery, and mental health challenges within the police force.
  • Case 1: A 37-year-old man, previously arrested for the murder of his daughter in July 2025 and recently released from prison, attacked his estranged wife at a bank in Kilpauk.

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

4/10

Fishermen's issues and boat seizure by Andhra Pradesh

  • Seven fishing boats from Kasimedu, Tamil Nadu, have been impounded at Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour, Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, for over 50 days.
  • Andhra Pradesh Marine Police seized the vessels alleging fishing within the five nautical mile (NM) zone reserved for smaller craft.

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

4/10

Commercial LPG and ATF price revisions

  • Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reduced commercial LPG (19-kg cylinder) prices by approximately ₹200 per cylinder.
  • This is the second consecutive downward revision for commercial LPG, following a cumulative reduction of about ₹380 per cylinder across two tranches.

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

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