01Mar 2026

Meghalaya Meningococcal Alert: Surveillance Up

Meghalaya Intensifies Surveillance Amid Meningococcal Cases Why in the News ? The Meghalaya government has strengthened surveillance and issued a public advisory after two Agniveer trainees in Shillong died of suspected meningococcal bacterial infection, prompting enhanced contact tracing, quarantine measures, and epidemiological investigation in the East Khasi Hills district. Outbreak Response and Government Measures: Two …

Modi Gets Israel Honour Medal

Prime Minister Receives Israel’s Highest Parliamentary Honour Medal Why in News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been awarded the Speaker of the Knesset Medal, the highest honour of the Israeli Parliament, recognizing his role in strengthening India–Israel strategic relations. This marks a historic milestone as he becomes the first global leader to receive it. …

Supreme Court Flags Pre‑Retirement Orders

Supreme Court Flags Questionable Judicial Orders Before Retirement Why in the News? The Supreme Court cautioned judicial officers against passing dubious or contentious orders just before retirement, observing that such actions may attract disciplinary scrutiny if they appear driven by extraneous or ulterior considerations, while hearing a case on a judge’s suspension. This warning extends …

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Meghalaya Meningococcal Alert: Surveillance Up

Modi Gets Israel Honour Medal

Supreme Court Flags Pre‑Retirement Orders

UPSC Prelims 2026 Live Paper Discussion & Detailed Answer Key Analysis