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7 August 2026

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9/10

Government stance on creamy layer in SC/ST quotas

  • The Union government has formally opposed the introduction of an income-based 'creamy layer' concept for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the Supreme Court.
  • The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment argues that judicial precedents have established that the creamy layer principle is not applicable to SCs and STs.

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

9/10

Delimitation Bill and DMK support

  • The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill aims to facilitate a fresh delimitation exercise for Lok Sabha seats.
  • Current Lok Sabha seats are frozen based on the 1971 Census; this freeze is set to expire after the next Census, expected in 2027.

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

8/10

GOBARdhan scheme approval

  • The Union Cabinet approved the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme, known as GOBARdhan (Galvanising Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan).
  • The scheme has a total financial outlay of ₹23,371 crore and is scheduled to remain in effect until FY2035-36.

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

7/10

Impact of Ukraine-Russia conflict on oil imports

  • Bimco reports a 66% reduction in India-bound oil cargoes from Russian Black Sea ports over the last two weeks.
  • Russian Black Sea ports account for approximately 30% of India's total crude imports from Russia.

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

7/10

Taxation and other Laws (Amendment) Bill

  • The Taxation and other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, has been passed by the Lok Sabha.
  • The Bill aims to promote domestic electronics manufacturing, attract foreign investment, and modify the zero-MDR (Merchant Discount Rate) framework.

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

7/10

RBI categorises Tata Sons as Upper Layer NBFC

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has identified 17 Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) for the 'Upper Layer' (NBFC-UL) category for the year 2026-27.
  • Tata Sons has been included in the NBFC-UL list, subjecting it to enhanced regulatory norms for at least five years and a mandatory listing requirement within three years.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Supreme Court on mining near Ramsar sites

  • Supreme Court clarified that the 10-km radius mining restriction around the Asan Wetland Conservation Reserve (Uttarakhand) applies to all wetland conservation reserves in India for parity.
  • The ruling mandates prior approval from the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) or the MoEFCC for mining within this 10-km buffer.

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

7/10

Supreme Court on digital arrest menace

  • Supreme Court (SC) August 4 order addresses the 'digital arrest' menace, noting a decline in reported cases on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal from 1,23,672 in 2024 to 16,377 in the first half of 2026.
  • SC directives include: RBI to circulate SOP for temporary debit holds on mule accounts; States to notify cybercrime coordination centres and operationalise e-Zero FIRs; inter-departmental committee to examine victim compensation.

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

7/10

Medical education access in India

  • Medical education seats in India have nearly tripled over the last 12 years.
  • Private institutions now host more than 50% of total MBBS seats in India.

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

7/10

Gujarat HC on starvation-related child death

  • The Gujarat High Court granted bail to a woman accused of killing her child, citing systemic failures in addressing extreme poverty and hunger.
  • The court emphasized that starvation-related incidents reflect a collective failure of the state and society to provide basic necessities like food and shelter.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

PAC grills Defence Ministry on payment delays

  • The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is examining a CAG report regarding payment disbursement delays for junior commissioned officers within the Defence Ministry.
  • The audit covered the Principal Controller of Defence Accounts (Officers) and 46 Pay and Accounts Offices, managing ₹3,09,975.07 crore between 2020-21 and 2022-23.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Finance Minister on federalism and laggard states

  • Finance Minister emphasizes the necessity of 'strong States' for national development, advocating for 'hand-holding' of laggard States to ensure balanced regional growth.
  • The Centre's role is defined as essential for managing national priorities including defence, export policy, and manufacturing, which require a unified national approach.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Parliamentary panel on fertilizer shortage

  • The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Chemicals and Fertilizers has recommended the creation of a permanent joint fertilizer command and monitoring cell.
  • The proposed cell would include the Department of Fertilizers, Department of Agriculture, Railways, and State governments to ensure real-time coordination during cropping seasons.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

FCRA Bill and Christian bodies

  • The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 (FCRA) proposes the appointment of a 'designated authority' to manage or dispose of assets created from foreign funds if an NGO's registration is suspended, cancelled, or not renewed.
  • The designated authority would possess the powers of a civil court, including the ability to order the transfer or sale of assets to the government or other bodies.

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

7/10

National Handloom Day celebrations

  • National Handloom Day is observed on August 7, commemorating the launch of the Swadeshi movement in 1905.
  • Handloom is India's largest cottage industry, supporting over 35 lakh weavers and allied workers, with 72% being women.

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

7/10

Supreme Court case against ED officer Ankit Tiwari

  • The Supreme Court is considering transferring a bribery case involving an Enforcement Directorate (ED) officer, Ankit Tiwari, from the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) to an independent central agency like the CBI.
  • The officer was allegedly caught red-handed accepting a bribe of ₹20 lakh in Dindigul district.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Mumbai street vendors eviction issues

  • The Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014 mandates the formation of Town Vending Committees (TVCs) to conduct surveys and designate vending zones.
  • The Bombay High Court directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to issue ID cards to 99,435 authorised hawkers identified in a 2014 survey.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Alleged voter deletions in Uttar Pradesh

  • The Supreme Court is reviewing a plea regarding the alleged misuse of Form 7 during the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh.
  • Form 7 is a statutory mechanism under the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, designed for bona fide objections to voter inclusion or deletion based on specific grounds like death or permanent relocation.

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

6/10

Gold pledging trends in India

  • India's gold demand in H1 2026 reached 282 tonnes, a 2% YoY increase, driven by investment demand.
  • Jewellery demand in Q2 2026 fell by 15% to 75.1 tonnes, the lowest level since 2000.

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

6/10

Congress demands J&K statehood and safeguards

  • The demand for the restoration of full statehood to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir remains a significant point of discourse.
  • Key demands include the implementation of constitutional safeguards specifically concerning land ownership rights and public employment opportunities for local residents.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 13-day story

6/10

BCI regulations for law colleges

  • The Bar Council of India (BCI) has mandated all universities to conduct physical inspections of affiliated and constituent law colleges.
  • A consolidated compliance report must be submitted by universities to the BCI within six weeks.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Rajya Sabha clears Appropriation Bill

  • Rajya Sabha returned the Appropriation Bill, 2026, authorizing expenditure of ₹54,067 crore for the 2022-23 financial year.
  • The excess expenditure was categorized into two heads: ₹196.44 crore due to a court order (Ministry of Railways) and ₹53,871 crore for debt repayment.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Parliamentary Monsoon Session disruptions

  • Parliamentary Monsoon Session has experienced persistent disruptions leading to multiple adjournments.
  • The Rajya Sabha Chairman has requested the Parliamentary Affairs Minister to facilitate communication between the Opposition and the Home Minister.

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

6/10

Chhattisgarh High Court on exam paper leaks

  • Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed the bail plea of a former CGPSC Secretary accused in a recruitment scam.
  • The case involves allegations of corruption, question paper leaks, and manipulation of CGPSC State Service Examinations in 2021 and 2022.

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

6/10

Kerala demand for tribal scholarship income cap hike

  • Kerala government has requested the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs to increase the family income ceiling for post-matric scholarships for tribal students.
  • Proposed increase in income ceiling is from ₹2.5 lakh to ₹4.5 lakh-₹5 lakh per annum.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Kejriwal on E20 fuel implementation

  • E20 fuel refers to petrol blended with 20% ethanol.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the lack of publicly available scientific research reports prior to the implementation of E20 fuel.

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

6/10

Maharashtra resident doctors strike

  • Maharashtra resident doctors (MARD) held a state-wide indefinite strike starting August 5.
  • The protest was in response to the state government's decision to allow homoeopaths to register with the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) and prescribe allopathic medicines.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Conviction of Tarun Tejpal

  • The Bombay High Court convicted Tarun Tejpal for a 2013 sexual assault case, setting aside a 2021 trial court acquittal.
  • The High Court sentenced the accused to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹5 lakh under Section 376(2)(f) of the IPC.

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

5/10

Modi-Netanyahu discussion on West Asia

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a telephonic discussion regarding recent developments in West Asia.
  • The leaders reviewed the status of the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 14-day story

5/10

Iran-Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz

  • Iran and Oman are discussing a proposed deal to alter traffic management in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The proposal suggests Iran would gain control over inbound traffic, while outbound traffic would follow a route between Iran and Oman, with exit clearance through Oman after notifying Iran.

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

5/10

China-Japan diplomatic tensions

  • Japan's 2024 defence white paper identifies China as Japan's 'greatest strategic challenge'.
  • The document advocates for addressing security challenges through national strength and cooperation with allies.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Beijing model of innovation

  • The Beijing model of innovation integrates research universities, start-ups, the market, and the state.
  • Key research institutions include Peking University and Tsinghua University, which provide talent and intellectual support.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

US-Iran conflict and Trump's policy

  • US-Iran conflict initiated in February 2026 following the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader.
  • Initial US strategic objectives: destruction of nuclear programme, dismantling missile/military industrial base, ending support for regional non-state actors, and regime change.

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

5/10

Jharkhand student protests over exam irregularities

  • Protests in Jharkhand regarding alleged irregularities in competitive examinations, specifically the JPSC Civil Services and JSSC-CGL exams.
  • Protesters demand a CBI inquiry into the alleged paper leaks and examination malpractice.

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

5/10

Karnataka partnership with Anthropic on AI

  • The Karnataka government has initiated discussions with Anthropic to establish a long-term partnership in artificial intelligence.
  • The partnership aims to integrate AI across governance, higher education, healthcare, research, and the startup ecosystem.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Assam-Nagaland flood collaboration

  • Assam and Nagaland are experiencing severe flood and landslide events, with 95 human lives lost in Assam and 11 in Nagaland as of July 19.
  • Over 7.5 lakh people have been affected by floods across 16 districts in Assam, including Sivasagar, Charaideo, and Jorhat.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 18-day story

5/10

Kerala 'My Police Station' initiative

  • The 'My Police Station' initiative in Kerala aims to enhance police-citizen accessibility and accountability.
  • The project seeks to eliminate custodial crimes, including deaths and violence.

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

5/10

Guwahati-Tezpur corridor project

  • The Union Cabinet approved a 135-km four-lane access-controlled corridor between Guwahati and Tezpur.
  • The project cost is estimated at ₹8,970 crore.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

DDA digital sapling monitoring system

  • The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has launched a digital monitoring system for its Mega Plantation Drive 2026-27.
  • The initiative aims to track the survival of 23 lakh saplings planted by the authority.

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

5/10

AAP allegations regarding electoral rolls in Delhi

  • The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is currently underway in Delhi.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the accuracy of voter status, specifically the 'shifted' category.

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

4/10

Life in Okinawa blue zone

  • Blue Zones are regions characterized by high longevity, identified by Dan Buettner, Michel Poulain, and Gianni Pes.
  • Okinawa, Japan, is a recognized Blue Zone; Ogimi village is noted for its high concentration of centenarians.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

World Breastfeeding Week quiz

  • Colostrum, often called 'liquid gold', is the thick, yellowish milk produced in the first days after birth, rich in nutrients and antibodies.
  • Breastmilk is digested more rapidly by infants than formula.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Milky Mist Dairy IPO

  • Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd. IPO opens for subscription on August 11.
  • Price band set at ₹133-140 per share.

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

4/10

Sugar mills to advance crushing schedule

  • Sugar mills have committed to advancing the sugarcane crushing schedule by 10-15 days for the 2026-2027 sugar marketing season.
  • The decision was reached following a meeting between the Joint Secretary (Sugar) and industry bodies, including the Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers Association and the National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories.

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

4/10

LIC Q1 financial results

  • LIC reported a standalone net profit of ₹13,492 crore for the June quarter.
  • The net profit reflects a 22.81% year-on-year (YoY) increase.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

July auto retail sales growth

  • FADA reported a 26% year-on-year growth in Indian auto retail sales for July, reaching 25,91,138 units.
  • Growth was broad-based across all segments: wheeled construction equipment (46%), two-wheelers (28.2%), tractors (28.1%), commercial vehicles (24%), passenger vehicles (19.13%), and three-wheelers (16.2%).

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

4/10

Future of Commonwealth Games

  • The Commonwealth Games (CWG) face significant uncertainty regarding their future due to high hosting costs and declining interest from potential host nations.
  • Modern multi-sport events face challenges including economic risks, such as debt and potential financial instability for host countries.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Obscenity in Tamil Nadu politics

  • Historical trend in regional political discourse involving the use of inflammatory, personal, and occasionally obscene rhetoric by second- and third-rung leaders.
  • Traditional division of labor in political parties: senior leadership focuses on ideology and policy, while platform speakers engage in aggressive oratory to mobilize crowds.

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

4/10

Artha Panchakam teachings

  • Artha Panchakam refers to the five core principles essential for a seeker of liberation in the tradition of Sriman Narayana.
  • Para Svarupa: The nature of the Supreme Being (Sriman Narayana) as the eternal, unchanging, and ultimate ruler of the universe.

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

4/10

Government expenditure on PM Modi's foreign visits

  • Government expenditure on Prime Ministerial foreign visits between 2021 and July 2026 totaled approximately ₹557.51 crore.
  • The Prime Minister undertook visits to 77 countries during this five-year period.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

RSS chief on Gen Z grievances

  • RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the importance of addressing the grievances of Generation Z as a legitimate component of democratic dialogue.
  • Protest is identified as a mechanism for evolving consensus within a democratic framework.

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

4/10

CBI arrests in tech-support fraud case

  • CBI arrested four individuals, including a mastermind, for operating a tech-support fraud and extortion syndicate.
  • The syndicate operated call centres and offices across Punjab and Delhi.

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

4/10

Tamil Nadu budget reception

  • Tamil Nadu state budget includes a dedicated agriculture budget alongside the general budget.
  • The agriculture budget focuses on strengthening the farm sector and allied sectors.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 13-day story

4/10

Gurugram waterlogging and administrative action

  • Heavy rainfall (97 mm overnight) led to significant waterlogging in Gurugram, affecting key infrastructure including NH-48 and the Medanta Hospital underpass.
  • Administrative response included the transfer of the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram Commissioner.

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

4/10

Delhi-Jewar airport bus link

  • The Delhi government is planning to introduce direct bus services to the Noida International Airport at Jewar.
  • A Reciprocal Transport Agreement is being drafted between Delhi and Uttar Pradesh transport authorities to facilitate this connectivity.

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

4/10

Inauguration of STEM lab in Delhi

  • Chief Minister inaugurated a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Innovation Lab at Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, Pitampura, Delhi.
  • The initiative aims to promote experiential learning in government schools.

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

4/10

Bariatric surgery at AIIMS

  • AIIMS Delhi performed bariatric surgery on a patient weighing 209 kg with a BMI of 74 kg/m².
  • The patient was classified under 'super-super obesity' category (BMI above 60 kg/m²).

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Security measures for Independence Day in Delhi

  • Delhi Police has mandated the closure of approximately 300 shops along a 1-km stretch in Chandni Chowk (between Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib and Red Fort) from August 12 to 15.
  • Security measures are intensified due to the November 10, 2025, explosion near Red Fort which resulted in 13 fatalities.

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

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