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3 September 2026

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8/10

Mental health in public health policy

  • Mental health is a critical determinant of educational attainment, workforce participation, social cohesion, and physical health.
  • Nearly 200 million Indians live with a diagnosable mental health condition, affecting one in seven people.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

8/10

River-linking and water sharing issues

  • River-linking is proposed as a solution to water scarcity, with claims that it could ensure water security for 100 years.
  • Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 governs the adjudication of water sharing disputes.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

India-China boundary talks

  • The 25th round of Special Representative (SR) talks between India and China took place on August 25, 2026, in Beijing.
  • The 'Eight Points of Outcomes and Consensus' includes the establishment of an Expert Group on Boundary Delimitation and a Working Group on Border Management under the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC).

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

8/10

UNEP pathway for global warming limit breach

  • UNEP has introduced an 'overshoot, peak, and decline' pathway to manage global warming beyond the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit set by the 2015 Paris Agreement.
  • The 1.5 degrees Celsius limit is now projected to be breached in the next few years.

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

7/10

Offshore wind energy tenders in Tamil Nadu

  • The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is currently conducting consultations for new offshore wind energy tenders in Tamil Nadu.
  • Feasibility studies for offshore wind in Tamil Nadu have been completed by the National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

RBI forex swap facility

  • RBI introduced a special USD-INR forex swap facility on June 8 to mitigate forex outflows caused by high oil prices and FPI exits.
  • Total inflows under the facility reached $136.377 billion, exceeding projections.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Appointment of jurists as Supreme Court judges

  • Article 124(3) of the Constitution provides three criteria for appointment as a Supreme Court judge: High Court judge for at least 5 years, advocate of a High Court for at least 10 years, or a 'distinguished jurist' in the opinion of the President.
  • The 'distinguished jurist' provision has remained unused for over 76 years since the inception of the Constitution.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Constitutional issues in FCRA Bill

  • The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes a statutory framework for the vesting, supervision, management, and disposal of foreign contributions and assets created from them.
  • A 'Designated Authority' is to be appointed by the Central government to manage assets if an FCRA certificate is cancelled, surrendered, or ceases to exist.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Impact of US sanctions on India's energy imports

  • The proposed 'Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026' (U.S. Senate) authorizes up to 100% tariffs on countries among the top five importers of Russian crude or natural gas.
  • India's Russian crude imports rose from 2% pre-conflict to approximately 50% currently.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Surge in onion prices

  • Onion prices have surged significantly, with the all-India average reaching ₹49.59/kg by September 1, 2025, a 74% increase from the previous year.
  • Production for 2025-26 is estimated at 307.37 lakh tonnes, comparable to the previous year, suggesting supply is adequate for domestic consumption (approx. 307 lt) and exports (approx. 15 lt).

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Supreme Court on IPS deputation to CAPFs

  • Supreme Court (SC) is monitoring the implementation of its May 2025 judgment regarding the reduction of IPS deputation in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
  • The 2025 judgment directed the Centre to progressively reduce IPS deputation in Senior Administrative Grade (SAG) and up to the rank of Inspector-General within two years.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Supreme Court hearing on Maharashtra political factionalism

  • The Supreme Court is hearing petitions challenging the Election Commission's (EC) decision to grant a political party's name and symbol to a specific faction.
  • The Shinde faction argues that the 'legislative majority test' remains a valid factor for determining the leadership of a political party.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Delhi HC ruling on maternity leave rights

  • Delhi High Court ruled that women returning from maternity leave in private companies are entitled to resume their previous positions.
  • Employers cannot reduce a woman's responsibilities, managerial authority, or career advancement prospects upon her return.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty renewal

  • The 1996 India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty is scheduled to expire on December 31, 2026.
  • Renewal of the treaty is a significant item on the bilateral diplomatic agenda between India and Bangladesh.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Safety concerns over Mullaperiyar Dam

  • A five-member comprehensive safety panel, chaired by former NHPC CMD Balraj Joshi, has commenced an inspection of the Mullaperiyar Dam.
  • The inspection covers the main dam, baby dam, earthen dam, and spillway.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Supreme Court directive on Tamil Nadu fishing regulation

  • Supreme Court directed Tamil Nadu to frame rules for a 'specified channel' or navigation corridor for fishing vessels.
  • The corridor facilitates transit from territorial waters to the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) for vessels using purse seine nets.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Polavaram canal water distribution

  • The Polavaram Left Main Canal has been operationalized to divert Godavari river water to the Uttarandhra region.
  • The project aims to provide irrigation for four lakh acres of land.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Discrepancies in Delhi electoral rolls

  • Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Delhi has led to reports of valid voters being excluded.
  • Voters who submitted enumeration forms to Booth Level Officers (BLOs) report their names are missing from the draft roll.

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

7/10

Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill

  • The Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026 aims to reform the process of obtaining approvals, registrations, and licences for enterprises in Delhi.
  • Key feature: A single-window portal for all clearances, including building plans, fire safety, and utility connections (water, drainage, electricity).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Japan Credit Rating Agency upgrade for India

  • Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) upgraded India's sovereign credit rating from 'BBB+' to 'A-'.
  • Rationale for upgrade includes India's sustained high economic growth rate of approximately 7%.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

NITI Aayog proposal for 'second Bengaluru'

  • NITI Aayog has proposed the development of a 'second Bengaluru' in Karnataka to alleviate urban pressure on the state capital.
  • The proposal was formally suggested by the NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman during a consultative meeting with the Karnataka state leadership.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Economic valuation of Pichavaram mangroves

  • Pichavaram mangrove ecosystem in Tamil Nadu has a Total Economic Value (TEV) of ₹2,485.38 crore.
  • The per-hectare economic value of the ecosystem is estimated at ₹1.83 crore.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

Maharashtra electoral roll revision concerns

  • Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra resulted in 2.06 crore names being excluded from the draft electoral roll.
  • The excluded names represent 21.14% of the state's previous voter base.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Corruption and gang activity in Delhi prisons

  • Delhi prison complexes (Tihar, Rohini, Mandoli) face systemic challenges including gang rivalries, contraband smuggling, and staff collusion.
  • Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) arrested 11 individuals, including 7 prison officials, for extortion and bribery rackets.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Gurugram drainage and waterlogging issues

  • Gurugram faces recurring waterlogging issues due to the disruption of natural drainage systems.
  • Urban development and construction projects, particularly those licensed between 2004 and 2012, have encroached upon natural drainage routes and ponds.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Supreme Court oversight of Bar Council of India

  • The Supreme Court has clarified that the current chairperson of the Bar Council of India (BCI) holds the position on a 'pro tem' basis, with the term ending upon the conduct of fresh elections.
  • The apex court has mandated that the BCI must consult the Attorney-General and the Solicitor-General, who are ex-officio members of the body, before finalizing any major policy decisions.

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

5/10

Universal vaccine research for pneumonia and meningitis

  • Streptococcus pneumoniae (S. pneumoniae) exists in over 100 serotypes and causes pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis.
  • Current pneumococcal vaccines use capsular polysaccharides specific to certain serotypes, limiting their coverage.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

Essel Group insolvency case

  • Subhash Chandra (Essel Group Chairman) has challenged the constitution of a five-member bench by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in his personal insolvency case.
  • The core legal contention is whether the NCLT possesses the statutory power to constitute a bench comprising five members.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Nepal flood disaster

  • A glacier collapse in the Himalayas triggered flash floods in Nepal, causing widespread devastation.
  • Casualty figures: At least 1,114 confirmed dead and approximately 4,000 people remain missing.

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

5/10

Textile industry stress due to cotton prices

  • Textile mills are experiencing a revival in demand with capacity utilisation exceeding 90%.
  • Cotton prices have surged from a range of ₹51,700-₹57,000 per candy (Oct 2025-March 2026) to ₹70,000 per candy as of September 2.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Canadian pension fund investment in Altius Telecom Infra

  • La Caisse (Quebec-based pension fund) acquired a 24% stake in Altius Telecom Infrastructure Trust.
  • Investment value: CA$1.76 billion (approximately ₹12,100 crore).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Manoj Jarange-Patil hunger strike for Maratha quota

  • Manoj Jarange-Patil is currently on an indefinite hunger strike demanding reservation for the Maratha community.
  • The protest has entered its fifth day with reports of declining health, specifically low blood sugar levels.

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

5/10

Bhupathi's transition from Maoist to academic coordinator

  • Bhupathi (alias Abhay/Mallojula Venugopal/Sonu), a former high-ranking Maoist leader, surrendered to Maharashtra Police on October 15, 2025, along with 60 other cadres.
  • He has been appointed as a coordinator at the Village Council Capacity Building and Training Centre, Gondwana University.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

BJP demand for CBI probe into Punjab 'cash for transfer' scam

  • Allegations of institutional corruption involving a 'cash for transfer' scam in Punjab.
  • Claims suggest a 'rate card' system for the transfer and posting of senior bureaucrats and police officers.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Congress criticism of GDP growth figures

  • Debate exists regarding the methodology of GDP growth estimation, specifically concerning the impact of revisions to previous year data on current growth projections.
  • Critics argue that statistical revisions can potentially inflate growth figures, leading to a divergence between official data and ground-level economic indicators.

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

5/10

Kuki-Zo MLAs return to Manipur Assembly

  • Two Kuki-Zo MLAs attended the Manipur Legislative Assembly session in person for the first time since the ethnic conflict began on May 3, 2023.
  • The Manipur Legislative Assembly consists of 60 members.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Iran-US conflict in the Gulf

  • Escalation of military conflict between the U.S. and Iran in the Persian Gulf region.
  • U.S. military operations targeted Iranian assets on an island in the Strait of Hormuz.

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

4/10

Bear management in Japan

  • Japan is experiencing a rise in human-bear encounters, with a record 13 fatal attacks in the previous fiscal year and 6 deaths since April 1.
  • The Japanese Environment Ministry reported a record 14,000 bears culled in the last fiscal year, averaging nearly 40 per day.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Medical research on mood stabilizers

  • Lithium is a highly effective mood stabilizer, yet its precise mechanism of action remains scientifically debated.
  • Leading theories on Lithium's function suggest it influences inositol signalling and inhibits the GSK-3 enzyme, though these do not account for all observed effects.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Ebola outbreak in Congo

  • The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in over 3,000 deaths.
  • Total confirmed cases have exceeded 6,100.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

US-Sri Lanka drug trafficking bust

  • Joint operation conducted by Sri Lankan and U.S. authorities to dismantle a Pakistan-based narco-trafficking network.
  • Seizure involved crystal methamphetamine concealed within shipments of bath towels.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Black Sea maritime safety

  • President Tayyip Erdogan of Turkiye has called for a permanent mechanism to ensure the safety of commercial maritime transport in the Black Sea.
  • The objective of this proposed mechanism is to prevent the escalation of a potential grain crisis.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Novonesis investment in Maharashtra

  • Danish company Novonesis announced an investment of ₹6,660 crore (€600 million) in Maharashtra.
  • The investment is directed toward expanding the existing facility at Patalganga.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

VinFast halts EV production plans in India

  • VinFast, a Vietnamese automaker, has suspended plans to manufacture three electric vehicle (EV) models in India.
  • The affected models include the VF 3 (a two-door SUV), the VF 6, and the VF 7.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Simple Energy's new electric scooter range

  • Simple Energy, a Bengaluru-based EV manufacturer, has launched the 'Simple Wave' electric scooter range.
  • The product line is specifically targeted at the 'family scooter' segment.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Sugar availability for festive season

  • ISMA and NFCSF have confirmed that domestic sugar supply is sufficient to meet the increased demand during the upcoming festive season.
  • Ex-mill sugar prices have decreased by approximately 30% following government intervention.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

PayPal India layoffs

  • PayPal is implementing a multi-year global restructuring plan to simplify operations and reduce costs.
  • Approximately 25% of PayPal's India workforce (totaling about 6,700 employees) is affected by layoffs.

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

4/10

Colonial perceptions of Bastar

  • Colonial perception of Bastar was characterized by misinformation, often based on hearsay rather than first-hand observation.
  • Henry Harpur Spry, an East India Company official, authored accounts describing Bastar inhabitants as cannibals without ever visiting the region.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Recovery of idols in Thanjavur temple

  • Sixteen bronze idols and 17 puja utensils recovered from an underground vault in Kalyanasundarar Temple, Nallur, Thanjavur district.
  • The recovery was conducted by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department and the State Directorate of Archaeology.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

CBI India-Thailand meeting on live animal trafficking

  • The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) hosted a two-day case coordination meeting with Thailand focused on 'Live Animal Trafficking'.
  • The meeting was conducted in coordination with the Interpol Environmental Security Sub-Directorate (ENS).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Mallikarjun Kharge on rural development model

  • Rural development requires a proactive security model rather than reactive measures during crises like droughts, floods, or crop failures.
  • Key pillars for rural empowerment include access to fair markets for farmers, sustainable livelihoods for rural families, and economic independence for women.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Demolition of school building in Rajasthan

  • Government primary school in Rampura-Kanwarpura village, Rajasthan, demolished following a technical survey in September 2025 declaring it unsafe.
  • Original structure was constructed in 1985.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Siddaramaiah's OBC leadership initiative

  • Initiative launched to establish 'Shudra Seva Sanghas' in universities and colleges across Karnataka.
  • Objective is to encourage youth from Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to participate in public life.

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

4/10

Graft allegations against Karnataka Ministers

  • Allegations of 'commission raj' in Karnataka involving Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Limited (KRIDL).
  • Specific allegation involves the collection of an extra 7% charge from contractors, purportedly for distribution to state ministers.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Controversy over Sunni leader's remarks on women

  • Controversy emerged in Kerala following a religious leader's directive to restrict Muslim women's participation in public celebrations.
  • The directive argues that women's presence in public spaces can lead to 'chaos' and advocates for their confinement to domestic spheres.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Theft of weapons at 20 Madras Regiment

  • Theft of service weapons and ammunition occurred at the 20 Madras Regiment, Bollarum, Secunderabad Cantonment.
  • Missing items include four AK-203 rifles, one INSAS 1B1 rifle, six 9 mm Auto 1A pistols, one civilian 6.35-bore pistol, one passive night-vision binocular, and over 1,800 rounds of ammunition.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

West Bengal CM anti-drug campaign

  • West Bengal government conducted a public destruction of two lakh bottles of codeine-based cough syrup in Dakshin Dinajpur district.
  • The initiative serves as a symbolic administrative action against drug abuse and illicit drug peddling.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Tamil Nadu government withdrawal of protest cases

  • The Tamil Nadu government has announced the withdrawal of legal cases filed against farmers and teachers between 2021 and 2026.
  • The decision is framed by the government as a move to uphold the democratic right to peaceful protest and is based on humanitarian grounds.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

UPSSSC recruitment protest

  • Protest held by candidates for 3,284 junior assistant typist posts in Uttar Pradesh.
  • Recruitment process managed by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Flood situation in Odisha

  • Odisha faces a renewed flood threat in Balasore district due to heavy rainfall in Jharkhand.
  • The Subarnarekha river is in spate following the opening of 13 gates at the Gauludih barrage in Jharkhand.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Political controversy over 1984 riots victims

  • The 1984 anti-Sikh riots remain a significant issue in Indian political discourse regarding justice for victims.
  • Legal proceedings have resulted in convictions for individuals involved in the 1984 riots, including life sentences.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

BJP demand for CBI probe into Jharkhand exam irregularities

  • Allegations of irregularities in examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) have led to demands for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe.
  • Concerns raised include the alleged sale of jobs and leakage of question papers in state-level recruitment examinations.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

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