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7 September 2026

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9/10

Inflation targeting policy framework in India

  • India has completed a decade of inflation targeting (IT) as a formal RBI policy framework.
  • The IT framework mandates the RBI to contain inflation at 4% within a band of +/- 2 percentage points.

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

8/10

Government roadmap for drug-free India by 2029

  • Government target: Achieve a drug-free India by 2029 to support the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
  • Strategy: Coordinated nationwide approach targeting the entire narcotics network, including trafficking, financing, and rehabilitation.

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

8/10

ISRO workforce and privatization concerns

  • IN-SPACe and ISRO have clarified that ISRO's role is not diminishing despite ongoing space sector reforms.
  • Reforms initiated in 2020 aim to expand the Indian space ecosystem through non-government participation and commercialization of mature technologies.

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

8/10

Gram sabha consent under Forest Rights Act

  • The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has stated that the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, contains no explicit provision requiring Gram Sabha consent for forest clearance.
  • MoTA maintains that matters related to Gram Sabha consent for forest clearance do not fall under its purview.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Political impact of Unconditional Cash Transfer schemes

  • Unconditional Cash Transfer (UCT) schemes are increasingly used as electoral strategies to target women voters.
  • Examples include Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam (Tamil Nadu), Lakshmir Bhandar (West Bengal), and Gruha Lakshmi Yojana (Karnataka).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Challenges in measuring unemployment data

  • The Current Weekly Status (CWS) approach measures unemployment based on activity status in the preceding seven days.
  • India's labour market is characterized by 90% informal employment, seasonal agricultural work, and widespread underemployment or disguised employment.

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

7/10

Launch of ISRO's EOS-05 satellite

  • ISRO successfully launched the EOS-05 satellite, India's first earth-imaging satellite in geosynchronous orbit.
  • The satellite is designed to be locked into Earth's rotation, allowing for continuous observation of specific locations.

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

7/10

Allegations against Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice

  • Allegations against the Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court include victimisation of judges, maladministration, nepotism in Permanent Lok Adalat appointments, and misuse of power as 'master of the roster'.
  • Legal framework for judicial accountability: Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968; Articles 124(4) and 217(1)(b) of the Constitution regarding impeachment.

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

7/10

BRICS Summit preparations

  • The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026.
  • BRICS nations represent nearly 50% of the global population, 30% of global economic output, and 20% of global trade.

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

7/10

Cauvery water sharing dispute

  • The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) and Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) are the primary bodies managing the inter-State water dispute.
  • The CWRC issued a direction on August 25 requiring Karnataka to release 9,000 cusecs of water daily for 15 days to Tamil Nadu, measured at the Biligundlu gauge.

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

7/10

Karnataka caste census report demand

  • Demand for the release of the Socio-Educational Survey conducted by the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes.
  • Arguments for reservation based on population proportionality to achieve social justice.

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

7/10

India-China border military talks in Arunachal Pradesh

  • India and China held the first Corps Commander-level military talks in the Eastern Sector (Arunachal Pradesh) at the Vacha-Damai Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) point.
  • The Indian delegation was led by Lieutenant-General Girish Kalia, Commander of the 3 Corps (Spear Corps).

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

6/10

UN world map depiction of J&K and Ladakh

  • India has formally asserted that any UN-initiated world map must depict the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh in alignment with India's official map.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs stated that any inaccurate or misleading representation of these territories is unacceptable to India.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Global health diplomacy of Yoga and Ayurveda

  • India is integrating Yoga and Ayurveda (AYUSH) into its global health diplomacy to boost medical tourism, education, and trade.
  • Recent trade agreements like the India-Oman CEPA (June 2026) and India-New Zealand FTA include provisions for AYUSH, covering practitioner mobility, licensing, and standards.

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

6/10

Electoral roll revision in Manipur and Sikkim

  • The Election Commission of India conducted a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Manipur and Sikkim.
  • Manipur: Final electoral roll count is 19,60,620; 1,32,456 names were deleted during the SIR.

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

6/10

Rajnath Singh's visit to Sri Lanka

  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Sri Lanka from September 8 to 10, the first such visit by an Indian Defence Minister in 38 years.
  • The last visit by an Indian Defence Minister was by K.C. Pant in 1988.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Adivasi Adhikar Rashtriya Manch ST classification demands

  • Adivasi Adhikar Rashtriya Manch (AARM) national convention outlined a charter of demands for Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
  • Demands include increasing reservation percentages, introducing private sector reservations, and including Adivasi languages in the Eighth Schedule.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Punjab Cabinet objection to High Court Chief Justice appointment

  • The Punjab Cabinet passed a resolution objecting to the Centre's notification of the appointment of the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
  • The State government contends that the appointment was made without consulting the State, which it claims violates constitutional norms and established procedures.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Bhutan's elimination of dog-transmitted rabies

  • Bhutan is the first country in the WHO Southeast Asia region to eliminate dog-transmitted rabies as a public health problem.
  • WHO validation requires the absence of human deaths from dog-transmitted rabies for at least two years and demonstrated capacity to prevent re-emergence.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

Illegal parking on national highways

  • Illegal parking on national highways is identified as a significant contributor to road accidents and casualties.
  • Even minor instances of illegal parking on highways can lead to severe or fatal accidents.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

5/10

Iran-US maritime conflict escalation

  • The conflict between the US and Iran has escalated following the collapse of the June 17 Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.
  • The Strait of Hormuz serves as the primary strategic focus of the ongoing military and economic confrontation.

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

5/10

Foreign Portfolio Investor outflows in September

  • Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) turned net sellers in the first week of September 2026, withdrawing ₹7,443 crore from Indian equities.
  • This follows a period of net investment: ₹30,919 crore in August and ₹20,200 crore in July 2026.

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

5/10

Demolition of mosque in Saharanpur

  • A century-old mosque located within the Saharanpur Collectorate premises in Uttar Pradesh was demolished by the local administration.
  • Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind and Jamaat-e-Islami Hind have formally condemned the action, citing concerns over due process and the principles of justice.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Bihar flood crisis

  • Over 19 lakh people affected by floods across 11 districts in Bihar.
  • Water level in the Ganga has crossed the Highest Flood Level (HFL) at Gandhi Ghat, Patna.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Andhra Pradesh FDI attraction strategy

  • Andhra Pradesh government is targeting FDI in strategic sectors: AI infrastructure, critical minerals, semiconductors, and energy transition.
  • These strategic sectors represent approximately 45% of global greenfield project investments.

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

5/10

Telangana Assembly Monsoon Session agenda

  • The Telangana Monsoon Session of the legislature is scheduled to address issues regarding land administration and legislative accountability.
  • Section 22A of the Registration Act is a focal point of debate, specifically regarding the inclusion of private lands in the prohibited list for registration.

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

5/10

Future of Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission

  • The Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission (SPC) was established 55 years ago.
  • The SPC is currently facing a potential dissolution as key positions, including the Vice-Chairperson and full-time members, remain vacant following the resignation of the previous panel.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Newborn deaths at Amravati District Women Hospital

  • Fire incident at Amravati District Women Hospital (formerly Dufferin Hospital) on August 24, 2024, in the NICU resulted in three newborn deaths.
  • Preliminary investigation suggests a ventilator explosion as the cause of the fire.

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

5/10

Flood relief operations in Uttar Pradesh

  • Uttar Pradesh flood situation: Over 3.53 lakh people affected across more than two dozen districts including Varanasi, Badaun, Ballia, and Kanpur.
  • Infrastructure impact: At least eight rivers are flowing above the danger level.

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

4/10

Stability of peptides in sulphuric acid

  • Researchers discovered that certain peptides remain stable in 98% concentrated sulphuric acid.
  • Peptides are short chains of amino acids that constitute proteins.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Sun surface plasma whirlpools discovery

  • Researchers used the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope (DKIST) in Hawaii to capture high-resolution images of the sun's photosphere.
  • The study revealed small, violent plasma whirlpools (vortices) at the edges of solar granules.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Mudslide destruction at China-Nepal border

  • A massive mudslide in Gyirong County, Tibet, destroyed the primary China-Nepal border immigration post.
  • Casualties: Over 1,300 people confirmed dead across both sides of the border; over 5,000 missing.

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

4/10

Balanced bond portfolio management

  • A balanced bond portfolio requires diversification across issuers, sectors, and banks to mitigate default risk.
  • Portfolio construction should be guided by individual risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and investment horizon.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Gold and silver price trends

  • Precious metals (gold and silver) experienced a sharp recovery in August, breaking a multi-month downtrend.
  • Key drivers for the global price increase include expectations of U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate hikes and a weakening U.S. Dollar.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Insurance purchasing advice

  • Insurance premiums are priced based on specific bundles of risk, coverage, exclusions, and benefits.
  • Discounts on insurance premiums often result in reduced coverage, such as restrictions on repair networks or removal of specific add-ons.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Australia music industry ban on AI-generated songs

  • The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has banned songs created entirely by AI from its official chart listings.
  • ARIA defines eligible recordings as those that are 'substantially human-made' and free from stream or chart manipulation concerns.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Railway extension projects in Punjab

  • The Punjab railway extension policy aims to improve passenger comfort and convenience through cross-connection lines.
  • The Kangra Valley Railway was inaugurated in May.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Tamil Nadu underwater archaeological survey

  • The Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology (TNSDA) has launched the third phase of underwater archaeological exploration off the coast of Poompuhar.
  • Poompuhar, historically known as Kaveripoompattinam, was an ancient port city in the Mayiladuthurai district.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Tributes to activist Gauri Lankesh

  • Gauri Lankesh, an activist and journalist, was assassinated in 2017.
  • Student leaders and civil society members held a commemorative event in Bengaluru to discuss her legacy.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Haryana anti-drug marathon

  • Haryana government launched the 'Nasha Mukt Haryana' campaign to combat drug abuse.
  • The campaign theme is 'Nasha Mukt Haryana–Khel Yukt Haryana', emphasizing sports and healthy lifestyles as alternatives to drug use.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

VHP Navratri garba entry restrictions

  • The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has issued directives to bar Muslims from entering Navratri garba and dandiya venues in Maharashtra.
  • Proposed enforcement mechanisms include mandatory Aadhaar card verification for all participants.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Maharashtra recruitment exam reforms

  • The Maharashtra government has established a high-level committee to review and reform the state's recruitment examination system.
  • The initiative aims to enhance transparency, security, and candidate-centricity in the recruitment process.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

IIT Mandi inquiry into Bhagavad Gita poster

  • IIT Mandi initiated an inquiry into a student-led event where a poster regarding the Bhagavad Gita was displayed.
  • The poster described societal roles based on the Varna system, specifically stating that Shudras should 'serve higher classes'.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Maharashtra government's DJ-free festival policy

  • Maharashtra state government officials have initiated a policy push to restrict the use of DJ sound systems during public festivals.
  • The primary justification cited for the restriction is the mitigation of health hazards associated with high-decibel noise pollution.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Satya Niketan building collapse in Delhi

  • A five-storey building collapsed in Satya Niketan, Delhi, resulting in five fatalities and multiple injuries.
  • The building was at least 50 years old and was being used as a paying guest (PG) accommodation for students.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

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