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10 September 2026

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8/10

PM-KUSUM 2.0 scheme announcement

  • The government is preparing to launch Phase-II of the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme.
  • PM-KUSUM 2.0 will feature a dedicated component for agrivoltaics, which integrates agricultural land use with solar power generation.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

Double deflation debate in GDP methodology

  • Double deflation is a methodology used to calculate real GDP by removing inflation effects from both inputs (producers) and outputs (consumers).
  • The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) introduced double deflation in the new GDP series with 2023-24 as the base year.

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

8/10

FSSAI proposal for front-of-pack warning labels

  • FSSAI has proposed mandatory front-of-pack red warning labels for packaged foods high in fat, salt, or sugar.
  • The World Obesity Atlas 2026 reports 41 million Indian children and adolescents aged 5-19 are overweight or obese.

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

8/10

Supreme Court on marital rape criminalization

  • The Supreme Court is currently hearing an appeal against a 2022 Karnataka High Court judgment that allowed for the prosecution of a husband for rape against his wife.
  • The core legal issue is the second exception to Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), which exempts sexual intercourse by a man with his wife (if she is 15 or older) from the definition of rape.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

Gram Sabha consent for forest land diversion

  • The Ministry of Tribal Affairs issued an office memorandum on August 31 stating that the Forest Rights Act (FRA) contains no provision requiring Gram Sabha consent for diverting forest land for non-forest purposes.
  • The Campaign for Survival and Dignity (CSD) has challenged this memorandum, asserting that it is legally and factually incorrect under the existing FRA framework.

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

8/10

MHA proposal for Ladakh under Article 371

  • The MHA has proposed a new constitutional provision, 'Chapter K', under Article 371 for the Union Territory of Ladakh.
  • The proposal aims to create an elected UT-level body with legislative powers over land, culture, language, forests, environment, and natural resources.

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

8/10

Census 2027 data quality and NPR-NRC concerns

  • The Census 2027 Population Enumeration phase has been advanced in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Goa, while deferred in Manipur.
  • The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RG&CCI) notified 40 questions for the 2027 Census, including new queries on Aadhaar, mobile numbers, voter ID, driving licenses, and vaccination history.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 22-day story

7/10

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's potential India visit

  • Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman seeks a bilateral visit to India to address specific diplomatic and economic deliverables.
  • The Ganga Water Treaty is a critical bilateral issue, with renewal required before its expiration in December 2026.

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

7/10

India-Sri Lanka defence MoUs

  • India and Sri Lanka signed three new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) focusing on defence equipment and training.
  • Specific areas of the new MoUs include the upgradation of L70 Guns for the Sri Lankan Air Force and institutional cooperation between the National Cadet Corps and National Defence Colleges of both nations.

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

7/10

BRICS Summit discussions on de-dollarization

  • The 18th BRICS Summit (Sept 12-13, 2026, New Delhi) focuses on de-dollarization and cross-border payment facilitation.
  • BRICS membership expanded to 10 countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the UAE.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 20-day story

7/10

UAE's approach to BRICS

  • UAE joined BRICS as a full member in January 2024.
  • UAE's BRICS strategy focuses on economic cooperation, connectivity, and tangible benefits for businesses and the Global South.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

India-Bangladesh diplomatic relations and Sheikh Hasina

  • Bangladesh has formally requested the extradition of former leader Sheikh Hasina to face charges related to a recent student uprising.
  • India faces a diplomatic challenge in balancing its historical bilateral ties with Bangladesh against the requirements of the current administration in Dhaka.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 9-day story

7/10

ESA-ISRO cooperation in space exploration

  • ESA-ISRO cooperation focuses on human space flight, lunar exploration, and planetary science.
  • Technical Implementing Plan (TIP) signed for ESA to provide ground station support for India's Gaganyaan mission.

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

7/10

BJD protest against Mines and Minerals Amendment Act

  • The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) (MMDR) Amendment Act, 2026 is being contested by state-level stakeholders.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the potential curtailment of the rights and financial interests of state governments over mineral-bearing lands.

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

7/10

Congress allegations of tax evasion by RUPPs

  • Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) are alleged to be involved in a ₹10,000 crore tax evasion scheme.
  • Allegations suggest RUPPs act as conduits for converting unaccounted money into legitimate political donations through round-tripping.

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

7/10

DoPT data on de-reservation proposals

  • De-reservation refers to the practice of filling a reserved government position with a general category candidate.
  • The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) maintains a general ban on de-reserving posts, with only specific exceptions permitted.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Allahabad High Court quashing of NSA detention

  • Allahabad High Court quashed a detention order under the National Security Act (NSA) against a student activist in Gautam Buddha Nagar.
  • The Court cited a lack of 'application of mind' by the District Magistrate in issuing the detention order.

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

7/10

Open waste burning in Indian cities

  • WRI India study indicates open waste burning in Indian cities triples during winter compared to summer.
  • Winter conditions (lower temperatures, stagnant atmosphere) hinder pollutant dispersion.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

Insurance companies transition to Ind AS

  • The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has initiated the transition of insurance companies to Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) starting from the financial year 2026-27 (FY27).
  • A total of 11 insurance companies have commenced this transition process.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Lohum lithium mining in Zimbabwe

  • Lohum has dispatched its first shipment of lithium ore from Zimbabwe, becoming the first Indian company to produce lithium from overseas assets.
  • The company has secured mining rights to 10 lithium blocks in Zimbabwe’s Matabeleland South Province.

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

6/10

Karnataka's economic development

  • Karnataka is implementing a 'Beyond Bengaluru' economic strategy to achieve balanced regional development and reduce infrastructure pressure on the capital.
  • The Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) is spearheading the development of key clusters including Mysuru, Mangaluru, Hubballi-Dharwad-Belagavi, Tumakuru, Kalaburagi, and Shivamogga.

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

6/10

Cabinet approval for railway multi-tracking projects

  • The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved eight railway multi-tracking projects with a total outlay of ₹20,804 crore.
  • Projects aim to increase the Indian Railways network by 1,196 km across nine states: Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.

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

6/10

Extradition of antiquities dealer Subash Chandra Kapoor

  • Subash Chandra Kapoor, an international antiquities dealer and US citizen, was extradited from Germany to India in 2012 for the theft of 19 idols.
  • India provided a diplomatic assurance to Germany that Kapoor would only be prosecuted for the specific case for which he was extradited, unless Germany consented to further prosecutions.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Supreme Court on NEET-UG protests and student notices

  • Supreme Court questioned an Executive Magistrate for issuing a show-cause notice to a student regarding NEET-UG protests, despite a prior court order barring coercive action.
  • The notice was issued under Section 130 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) for alleged instigation of protests.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 28-day story

6/10

U.S.-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz

  • Escalation in West Asia: U.S. forces destroyed five Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island in retaliation for attacks on U.S. warships.
  • Iranian Response: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired ballistic missiles at the U.S. base in Al-Azraq, Jordan, and targeted multiple ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 57-day story

5/10

IAEA reports Iran to UN Security Council

  • The IAEA Board of Governors has reported Iran to the UN Security Council (UNSC) due to a lack of cooperation in investigations.
  • This is the first time in 20 years that the IAEA has taken this specific action against Iran.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

AI researcher Jacob Coxon quits industry

  • Jacob Coxon, an AI researcher formerly with OpenAI and Anthropic, has resigned citing concerns over the industry's trajectory.
  • The core concern involves the race toward 'self-improving superintelligence'—a state where AI capabilities exceed human intelligence.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

Formation of Indian Photonics Association

  • The Indian Photonics Association (IPA) has been established by a group of firms operating within the photonics industry.
  • The formation of the IPA aligns with the government's objective to promote domestic manufacturing of photonics products.

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

5/10

NIA probe into arrested foreign nationals

  • The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is investigating six Ukrainian citizens and one U.S. national arrested in March.
  • The accused are charged with providing training to Myanmar-based ethnic armed groups, specifically the Chin National Front (CNF) and the Kachin Independence Army (KIA).

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

5/10

Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Arunachal Pradesh

  • Vice-President of India addressed a special session of the 60-member Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly.
  • Arunachal Pradesh is identified as a state of strategic importance to India's national security and border integrity.

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

5/10

GRSE launch of Sagar Manthan research vessel

  • Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) has launched the indigenous ocean research vessel 'Sagar Manthan'.
  • The vessel is being constructed for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR).

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

5/10

Pollution risk from Wan Hai 503 container spill

  • Incident: Fire occurred on Singapore-flagged vessel Wan Hai 503 off the Keralam coast on June 9, 2025.
  • Cargo: The vessel was carrying approximately 1,754 containers at the time of the incident.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Bombay High Court on Palghar hospital attack investigation

  • The Bombay High Court initiated a suo motu case regarding the investigation into an assault on medical staff and the vandalism of a private hospital in Palghar.
  • The Court expressed dissatisfaction with the Palghar police, terming the investigation's progress 'unacceptable' due to laxity.

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

5/10

Demolition of mosques in Uttar Pradesh

  • Recent administrative actions in Uttar Pradesh involve the demolition of a 119-year-old mosque in the Saharanpur Collectorate complex and notices issued to the Mustafa Mosque in Moradabad.
  • Development authorities cite 'unauthorised construction' and lack of approved building maps as the primary legal basis for these actions.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

5/10

Satya Niketan building collapse and PG safety

  • Satya Niketan building collapse: A five-storey building collapsed in south-west Delhi, resulting in at least seven fatalities.
  • Cause of collapse: Preliminary investigations suggest structural failure due to unauthorized renovation work, specifically the removal of a load-bearing wall in the basement to create commercial space.

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

4/10

Menstrual blood in osteoarthritis research

  • Menstrual blood is increasingly viewed as a source for non-invasive diagnostics and regenerative medicine due to its rich content of immune cells, endometrial tissue, proteins, and genetic fragments.
  • A 2025 study in The BMJ demonstrated that menstrual blood collected from sanitary pads can detect human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA and precancerous lesions with accuracy comparable to clinical cervical swabs.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Glacial collapse and climate change quiz

  • During the Pleistocene Ice Age, glaciers covered approximately one-third of the Earth's land surface.
  • The vast majority of the world's glacial ice is currently located in Antarctica.

1 min · 1 questions · 3 prelims

4/10

North Korea nuclear facility expansion

  • The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reported the construction of a new uranium enrichment facility at the Yongbyon nuclear complex in North Korea.
  • An expanded annex at the Kangson enrichment site has commenced operations.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Houthi-Saudi conflict escalation

  • Conflict between Houthi rebels and Saudi-backed government has reignited in Yemen.
  • Recent escalation involves Saudi air strikes across Marib, Al-Jawf, Taiz, and Hodeida governorates.

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

4/10

IGL CNG hydro-test certificate mandate

  • Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL) has mandated valid hydro-test certificates for CNG vehicle refueling at its retail outlets.
  • Government regulations require CNG cylinders to undergo hydro-testing every three years.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Bandhan Bank universal banking transition

  • Bandhan Bank is transitioning from a microfinance-focused institution to a full-fledged universal bank.
  • The bank's strategy involves diversifying its product portfolio to include credit cards and wealth management services.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Adani Airport Holdings equity capital raise

  • Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), has secured $1 billion (approx. ₹9,825 crore) in primary equity capital.
  • The investment is provided by a consortium including Alpha Wave Global, Premji Invest, Temasek, and BlackRock managed funds.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Cognizant green card filings suspension

  • The U.S. Department of Labour has suspended Cognizant Technology Solutions (CTS) from filing under the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme.
  • The suspension follows an investigation into alleged fraud, though specific details of the allegations remain undisclosed.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

OpenAI and Navier-Stokes problem controversy

  • The Navier-Stokes equations describe the motion of viscous fluids (e.g., water, air) using Newton's second law, treating fluids as continuous media.
  • The problem is one of seven Millennium Prize Problems, offering a $1 million reward for proving whether smooth, predictable solutions always exist or if solutions can 'blow up' (reach infinity in finite time).

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Historical protest by the Nizam of Hyderabad

  • The Nizam of Hyderabad formally protested to the Viceroy regarding the nature of his diplomatic relations.
  • The Nizam argued that his treaty obligations were exclusively with the British Government, not the Government of India.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Protest against book censorship in Ahmedabad

  • Recent incidents in Ahmedabad involved the physical destruction of books by Malala Yousafzai and Anne Frank by private groups, citing ideological opposition.
  • A separate trend involves the mass purchase and destruction of rare books by AI companies to train Large Language Models (LLMs) to bypass copyright and e-book limitations.

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

4/10

Tribal group opposition to Gondwana University coordinator

  • Tribal groups in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, have protested the appointment of a former Maoist leader as a coordinator at Gondwana University.
  • The role involves spreading awareness among tribal communities regarding the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA), 1996, and the Forest Rights Act.

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

4/10

Orangutan trafficking investigation in Odisha

  • The Odisha Police Special Task Force (STF) is investigating the discovery of five young orangutans in a coastal forest in Balasore district.
  • The rescued group consists of three males and two females.

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

4/10

ED investigation in CMRL-Exalogic pay-off case

  • The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has requested the State Police Chief to register a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act (PCA).
  • The investigation concerns allegations of 'pay-offs' involving a software consultancy firm, Exalogic Solutions, and a private company, CMRL.

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

4/10

Punjab government staff strike

  • Punjab government ministerial staff conducted a 'pen-down strike' following a dispute over mass casual leave taken on August 27.
  • The state government initially responded by labeling the leave as 'unauthorised' and threatened to implement a 'no work, no pay' policy.

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

4/10

ED searches linked to Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi

  • The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) is conducting searches across 18 locations in Karnataka, including Bengaluru, Belagavi, and Gokak.
  • The investigation targets a state minister and a Member of Parliament regarding alleged overseas investments and business ventures.

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

4/10

Surat textile market fire

  • A major fire incident occurred at the Shyam Sangini textile market in Surat, Gujarat.
  • The fire originated around midnight and affected shops located on the sixth floor of the multi-storey building.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Tripura village committee elections

  • Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) is conducting elections for 587 village committees.
  • Total seats up for election: 4,597.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Telangana Assembly BRS MLA suspension and controversy

  • Telangana Chief Minister announced a police inquiry into alleged abusive remarks made by MLCs against the Legislative Assembly Speaker.
  • The inquiry, led by a Joint Commissioner of Police, aims to investigate the sequence of events and potential conspiracies behind disruptions in the Assembly.

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

4/10

Madhya Pradesh MBBS interns stipend hike

  • The Madhya Pradesh government has increased the monthly stipend for MBBS interns by 50%.
  • The current stipend amount prior to the hike was ₹14,337 per month.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

CBSE Class 10 third-language paper controversy

  • The Supreme Court is hearing petitions from minority schools regarding the implementation of the three-language scheme in CBSE schools.
  • The current CBSE guidelines mandate a third-language paper in the Class 10 board examination starting from the current Class 6 batch by 2031.

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

4/10

Delhi University hostel infrastructure and student protests

  • Shortage of hostel facilities in Delhi University (DU) has led to student protests.
  • Hansraj College hostel capacity is 200 students, but facilities are currently unavailable due to ongoing repair and renovation.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

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