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11 September 2026

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8/10

Union Agriculture Minister on Seeds Bill

  • The Union Ministry of Agriculture is proposing a new Seeds Bill to replace the Seeds Act of 1966.
  • Current legislation is considered outdated and not in alignment with contemporary farming practices.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

8/10

India's economic growth and middle-income trap

  • India faces a risk of the 'middle-income trap' where gains from cheap labor are exhausted before transitioning to a productivity-based economy.
  • Structural challenges include weak job creation, stagnant wages, sluggish private investment, and low productivity.

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

8/10

Regulation of Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs)

  • Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) are registered under Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
  • RUPP benefits include tax exemptions under Section 12 of the Income Tax Act, 2025, common election symbols, and 20 star campaigners.

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

7/10

PM Modi on international space cooperation

  • PM Modi emphasized a collaborative approach to space exploration, advocating for cooperation over confrontation and sustainability over short-term gains.
  • India supports a space domain governed by international law, dialogue, and multilateralism.

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

7/10

Ladakh's unique elected body model

  • Ladakh administration is proposing a 'sui generis' (unique) elected body model rather than full Statehood or a UT with a legislature.
  • The proposed body aims to possess legislative, executive, and financial powers.

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

7/10

Election Commission dispute in Trinamool Congress

  • The Election Commission (EC) adjudicates disputes regarding party names, assets, and election symbols when factions claim control over a political party.
  • Precedent exists for the EC to issue interim orders freezing a party's name and symbol during bypolls, requiring factions to adopt temporary identities and symbols.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Supreme Court on FSSAI warning labels

  • The Supreme Court is hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) regarding the mandatory implementation of front-of-pack warning labels on packaged foods.
  • The FSSAI has proposed a red hexagonal warning label for packaged foods containing high levels of added fat, added sugar, or salt.

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

7/10

Manipur unrest and NSCN-IM allegations

  • Manipur ethnic violence originated on May 3, 2023, as clashes between Meitei and Kuki communities.
  • Since February 7, 2026, the conflict has expanded to include tensions between sections of the Naga and Kuki communities.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 82-day story

7/10

India-Canada trade negotiations

  • India and Canada are targeting the conclusion of a bilateral trade agreement by the end of the current year.
  • Bilateral trade between India and Canada is currently valued at approximately $8 billion.

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

7/10

18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi

  • The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on September 12-13.
  • The summit will host 16 heads of state or government, including leaders from China, Russia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and Indonesia.

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

6/10

Protein and healthy eating guidelines

  • ICMR-NIN recommends a daily protein intake of approximately 0.83 grams per kilogram of body weight for healthy Indian adults.
  • Specific groups including children, breastfeeding women, sportspersons, and older adults may require up to 2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Canara Bank AT-1 bond issuance

  • Canara Bank plans to raise up to ₹4,500 crore through Basel III-compliant Additional Tier 1 (AT-1) bonds.
  • The bank is also authorized to raise an additional ₹4,000 crore through Tier 2 bonds.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

India's oil demand projections

  • OPEC projects India's oil demand to increase by 0.06 million barrels per day (mb/d) in 2026.
  • A further acceleration of 0.4 mb/d is projected for 2027.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

India-U.S. Yudh Abhyas military exercise

  • Yudh Abhyas 2026 is the 22nd edition of the annual bilateral military exercise between the Indian and U.S. armies.
  • The exercise is scheduled to take place from September 9 to September 28.

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

6/10

NCSC report on Dalit man's death in Punjab

  • The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) is a constitutional body tasked with investigating matters related to the protection and rights of Scheduled Castes.
  • The NCSC has initiated an inquiry into the death of a Dalit daily wager in Punjab, seeking a detailed report from the Chief Secretary and the Director-General of Police.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Delhi electoral roll verification drive

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) is conducting a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral roll in Delhi.
  • A total of 33.1 lakh voters are under scrutiny out of an electorate of 1.45 crore.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 82-day story

6/10

Congress protest against Tara coal block auction

  • The Hasdeo-Aranya region in Chhattisgarh is a biodiversity-rich ecosystem currently facing potential environmental degradation due to coal block auctions.
  • The Tara coal block covers approximately 5,000 acres, with over 4,000 acres classified as dense forest.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Supreme Court rejects Abu Salem's release plea

  • The Supreme Court dismissed the plea of 1993 Mumbai serial blasts convict Abu Salem for release after 25 years of incarceration.
  • Salem was extradited from Portugal in 2005 based on a sovereign assurance that he would not face the death penalty or imprisonment exceeding 25 years.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Noida workers' detention protest

  • Allahabad High Court quashed the detention of a law student held under the National Security Act (NSA) in connection with a labour protest in Noida.
  • The court observed that the District Magistrate's detention order was based on a 'concocted story' and intended to 'make an example' of the individual.

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

6/10

Supreme Court on NEET-UG protest harassment

  • Supreme Court (SC) intervened to protect a 14-year-old minor NEET-UG protestor from threats and intimidation by anti-social elements.
  • The SC directed the Uttar Pradesh Police to provide protection to the minor and her family and to take immediate action on the FIR filed at Parliament Street police station.

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

6/10

Supreme Court on NEET-SS cut-off

  • The Supreme Court has directed the Union government to reconsider its decision regarding the non-reduction of the NEET-SS (National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test-Super-specialty) qualifying percentile for the current academic year.
  • The judicial intervention stems from concerns regarding a significant number of super-specialty medical seats remaining vacant annually across the country.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

AI chatbots in mental health crisis

  • AI chatbots are increasingly used as a first point of contact for mental health distress, particularly among youth.
  • JAMA Pediatrics study (2025): 19.2% of 1,009 youth (aged 12-21) used AI for mental health advice; 43% used it monthly, 5.8% daily.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Houthi seizure of Mokha port in Yemen

  • Houthis have seized the strategic Red Sea port city of Mokha, Yemen.
  • Houthi forces are advancing toward the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a critical maritime chokepoint connecting Asia and Europe via the Red Sea and Suez Canal.

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

5/10

PepsiCo's investment in Northeast India

  • PepsiCo has inaugurated its fifth foods manufacturing plant in India, located in Assam.
  • The facility represents a strategic move to position India as a top 10 global market for the company by 2030.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Rupee depreciation against U.S. dollar

  • The Indian Rupee depreciated by 44 paise to close at 95.52 against the U.S. dollar.
  • Brent crude oil prices breached the USD 102 per barrel threshold, negatively impacting India's import cost trajectory.

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

5/10

Equity mutual fund inflows and SIP growth

  • Net inflows into equity mutual funds in August 2026 reached ₹29,328 crore, an 18% increase from July 2026.
  • August 2026 inflows represent a four-month high, though the growth is partly attributed to a low base effect from July.

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

5/10

Workforce reduction in Volkswagen and JLR

  • Volkswagen (VW) is reducing its global workforce by 50,000 positions, aiming for a total reduction of 100,000 by 2030.
  • Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is targeting £1.7 billion in savings through workforce reductions, focusing on white-collar roles while protecting manufacturing jobs.

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

5/10

Generative AI in schools

  • New York City has announced a one-year moratorium on most generative AI tools for public school students up to Class 8 for the 2026-27 academic year.
  • Arguments for restrictions include the need for human connection, development of independent problem-solving skills, and preventing over-reliance on technology.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Automobile industry growth and trends

  • FADA data indicates August vehicle registrations grew 17.5% year-on-year, reaching record volumes.
  • Alternative powertrains (CNG, electric, hybrids) outperformed petrol/ethanol vehicles for the first time by 1.1 percentage points.

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

5/10

Letters to the Editor on welfare and cash transfers

  • Unconditional cash transfers provide support to women in households with uncertain income and high unpaid care work.
  • Effective welfare requires clear eligibility criteria, simple grievance-redress mechanisms, and regular review of exclusion errors.

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

5/10

PMLA charges against Lalu Prasad in IRCTC case

  • A Delhi court has framed charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) against several individuals, including a former Union Railway Minister and his family members, regarding alleged irregularities in the leasing of IRCTC hotels.
  • The allegations involve the period between 2004 and 2009, during which the accused allegedly manipulated the tendering process for two hotels in Patna and Puri.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Mount Kailash pilgrimage flood in Nepal

  • Spiritual tourism in India is projected to grow at a CAGR of 18.2% (KPMG 2025 report).
  • Government schemes like PRASHAD (54 projects, ₹1,726.74 crore) and Swadesh Darshan (76 projects, ₹5,290.33 crore as of March 2026) focus on developing infrastructure and visitor amenities at religious sites.

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

5/10

ED report on Pinarayi Vijayan corruption case

  • The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recommended the registration of a corruption case involving a chemical firm (CMRL) and a software consultancy firm (Exalogic).
  • The core allegation involves the alleged camouflaging of monthly payments as retainers for services not rendered between 2017 and 2021.

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

5/10

Gauhati High Court on Assam eviction rehabilitation

  • Gauhati High Court is examining the rehabilitation and compensation status of individuals displaced during an eviction drive in Sonapur, Assam.
  • The eviction occurred in September 2024 at Kachutoli, targeting 100 bighas of notified tribal land.

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

4/10

Philosophical paths to God

  • Thothiram represents emotional and heartfelt devotion, while Sasthiram represents philosophical and intellectual understanding.
  • Saiva Siddhanta philosophy outlines four paths to reach God: Chariya (external service), Kriya (connecting external worship with inner devotion), Yoga (inward worship), and Jnana (highest state of spiritual realisation).

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Saima Wazed's resignation from WHO

  • Saima Wazed has resigned as the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for the Southeast Asia region.
  • The resignation follows recommendations from member states for the termination of her appointment.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

OALP deepwater bidding deadline extension

  • The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH) has extended the bidding deadline for deepwater and ultra-deepwater blocks under the 10th and 11th rounds of the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP).
  • The new deadline for bid submission is November 15, replacing the previous deadline of September 17.

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

4/10

Ultraviolette's new factory in Hosur

  • Ultraviolette is establishing a new manufacturing facility named 'BIGGA' (Big Global Ambition) in Hosur, Tamil Nadu.
  • The facility is designed to support the company's expansion into both domestic and international markets.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

HDFC Bank and Credit Suisse bond case

  • HDFC Bank secured favourable rulings from the High Civil Court of Bahrain regarding seven separate legal proceedings initiated by Credit Suisse Additional Tier 1 (CS AT1) bond investors.
  • The Bahrain Court rejected all allegations of gross negligence, intentional misrepresentation, incorrect customer classification, and violation of product suitability principles.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Historical perspective on Germany's League of Nations entry

  • Date of report: September 9, 1926, from Geneva.
  • Context: Discussions regarding the allocation of 9 vacant non-permanent seats on the League of Nations Council.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Chinna Thambi the elephant

  • Chinna Thambi was a wild elephant known for crop raiding in the Thadagam valley, Coimbatore.
  • The elephant was 25 years old at the time of its capture in 2019.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Historical review of smallpox eradication

  • The Union Ministry of Health and Family Planning held an All-India review meeting on smallpox eradication programmes in New Delhi.
  • The meeting involved Directors of Health Services and Medical Officers from all Indian states.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

U.S. foreign policy and Iran's regional power

  • Post-9/11 U.S. foreign policy shifted from counter-terrorism to regime-change wars aimed at reshaping West Asia and North Africa.
  • The 2003 invasion of Iraq removed a historical buffer (Saddam Hussein) between Iran and Persian Gulf monarchies, allowing Iran to expand influence through Shia movements.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Profile of Pankaj, Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner

  • Pankaj serves as Additional Central Provident Fund Commissioner (HQ) within the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
  • Key responsibilities include heading the national public grievances vertical, leading the 'Nidhi Aapke Nikat' district outreach initiative, and overseeing publicity and communication.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

South Indian food culture in Chandigarh

  • The migration of labor from rural Tamil Nadu (e.g., Virudhunagar district) to urban centers like Delhi and Chandigarh is driven by agrarian distress and limited local employment opportunities.
  • The food service industry serves as a significant sector for internal migrants, often involving a hierarchical apprenticeship model starting from dishwashing to culinary roles.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Sanskriti Museum of Everyday Art & Indian Textiles

  • The Sanskriti Museum of Everyday Art & Indian Textiles has opened within the Humayun’s Tomb World Heritage Site Museum in Delhi.
  • The collection features over 1,000 artifacts and textiles assembled by OP Jain, founder of the Sanskriti Museums.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Delhi HC denies Vinesh Phogat trial participation

  • Delhi High Court denied wrestler Vinesh Phogat's plea to participate in the 2026 Senior World Championships selection trials scheduled for September 14.
  • The court upheld the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) circular dated September 7, 2026, which mandates specific eligibility criteria for all athletes.

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

4/10

Under-construction bridge collapse in Bihar

  • A portion of an under-construction bridge collapsed in the Vaishali district of Bihar.
  • The incident resulted in seven injuries, with three individuals requiring referral to Sadar Hospital, Hajipur.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Supreme Court on judicial officer's courtroom outburst

  • The Supreme Court observed that a judicial officer raising their voice against judges in court constitutes 'gross indiscipline'.
  • The case involves a senior Maharashtra judicial officer who faced contempt proceedings for an 'outrageous' and 'unpardonable' outburst in the Bombay High Court.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

VIT Chennai-The Hindu Biotech Conclave

  • The VIT Chennai–The Hindu Biotech Conclave 2026 serves as a platform to discuss the role of life sciences in shaping future innovation and enterprise.
  • The conclave focuses on the convergence of technology and biotechnology, including the integration of data science and neuroinformatics.

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

4/10

Sagar hooch tragedy in Madhya Pradesh

  • Sagar hooch tragedy in Madhya Pradesh has resulted in 16 confirmed deaths based on post-mortem reports.
  • Over 40 individuals remain hospitalised, with three in critical condition; more than 60 have been discharged.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Objection to 'Shoorveer' song in Mirzapur movie

  • The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is the statutory body responsible for the regulation of public exhibition of films under the Cinematograph Act.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the usage of songs and symbols associated with historical figures in contemporary media content.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Gurugram street vendor eviction protests

  • Street vendors and workers in Gurugram protested against recent eviction drives and the use of bulldozers.
  • The protest was organized by the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) and the Rehri-Patri Mazdoor Union.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Nandankanan Zoo orangutan care

  • Nandankanan Zoological Park is using music therapy, specifically Indian ragas, to reduce psychological distress in five rescued baby orangutans.
  • The orangutans are approximately one year old and were rescued from the Balasore district of Odisha.

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

4/10

Satya Niketan building collapse and safety concerns

  • Satya Niketan building collapse has triggered urgent safety concerns regarding private PG facilities and student housing in Delhi.
  • Delhi University (DU) currently provides 7,210 hostel seats for approximately 2.5 lakh students; 3,422 seats are university-managed, while 3,788 are in affiliated colleges.

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

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