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17Aug 2026

Hara Mangroves Threatened by Oil Spill

Hara Mangroves Face Severe Oil Spill Threat Why in the News ? Hara mangrove forests around Iran’s Qeshm Island face a serious ecological threat after a major oil spill spread along the southern coast. The pollution could damage mangrove ecosystems, marine biodiversity, fisheries and coastal livelihoods, while the ongoing regional conflict complicates cleanup operations. Hara …

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17Aug 2026

India–Thailand Defence Ties: MAITREE Exercise 2026

 India Thailand Strengthen Defence Cooperation Through MAITREE Exercise Why in the News ? The Indian Army has departed for Thailand to participate in the 15th India-Thailand Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-XV (2026). The exercise focuses on enhancing joint counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism capabilities, interoperability and operational cooperation in jungle and semi-urban environments. MAITREE-XV: Key Features and Objectives …

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17Aug 2026

Madan Lal Dhingra: Patriotism, Courage & Sacrifice

Madan Lal Dhingra: Patriotism, Courage and Revolutionary Sacrifice Why in the News ? Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid tribute to revolutionary freedom fighter Madan Lal Dhingra on his martyrdom day, recalling his patriotism, courage and sacrifice. Dhingra’s revolutionary activities in London and opposition to British rule remain significant in India’s freedom struggle. Madan Lal …

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17Aug 2026

Supreme Court Expands Police Remand Under BNSS

Supreme Court Expands Police Remand Window Under BNSS Why in the News ? The Supreme Court, in State of Andhra Pradesh v. Suda Suresh Veera Venkata Naga Raju, clarified that BNSS Section 187(2) permits police custody in parts during the first 40 or 60 days of detention, subject to an overall 15-day limit. SC Clarifies …

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17Aug 2026

Total Solar Eclipse Reveals Sun’s Corona

Total Solar Eclipse Opens Window Into Sun’s Corona Why in the News ? A total solar eclipse recently provided European scientists an opportunity to study the Sun’s faint corona from Earth. Such events enable detailed observations of the inner corona, solar magnetic structures and phenomena linked to solar flares and coronal mass ejections. Why Total …

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17Aug 2026

FCRA Amendment Bill Sent to JPC | UPSC Current Affairs

FCRA Amendment Bill Sent To Joint Parliamentary Committee Why in the News ? Parliament has referred the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed scrutiny. The proposed amendments seek to strengthen transparency, accountability and oversight in the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions by organisations. FCRA Amendment Bill, …

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17Aug 2026

Mecca Pact: India’s Strategic Response

OUR RESPONSE TO MECCA PACT SHOULD COMBINE DETERRENCE, INNOVATION AND DEEPENING GULF TIES Why in the News?   Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, introducing a mutual defence provision among the three countries.   The pact marks a potential realignment of the West Asian security architecture, with implications for …

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17Aug 2026

E20 Ethanol Blending: Impact on Older Vehicles & Food

E20 Ethanol Blending: Older Vehicles, Food Security and the Way Forward Syllabus:   GS – 3 –Ethanol blending , Sustainable Energy Focus : The article examines India’s ethanol-blending policy, particularly the transition to E20 petrol, highlighting genuine concerns for older vehicles and the broader food-versus-fuel trade-off. It assesses the implications of higher ethanol blending for …

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14Aug 2026

SC Environmental Law: Key Decisions & Impact

SC HAS NURTURED ENVIRONMENTAL LAW. DO ITS DECISIONS LOOK DISTANT TODAY? Syllabus: GS-3: Conservation Environmental pollution and degradation Why in the News? The debate over the Supreme Court’s environmental jurisprudence has acquired renewed significance amid growing conflicts between environmental protection and infrastructure-led development. The Court has historically developed landmark principles such as absolute liability, polluter …

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13Aug 2026

Ahilyabai Holkar: Legacy of Good Governance

Ahilyabai Holkar: Legacy of Justice and Good Governance Why in the News ? Union Ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh paid tributes to Ahilyabai Holkar on her death anniversary, highlighting her contributions to women’s empowerment, public welfare, heritage conservation, justice and people-centric governance, making her an enduring example of effective administration. Ahilyabai Holkar: A Visionary …

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