02Sep 2026

Haldwani Ritual Sparks Untouchability Debate

HALDWANI PURIFICATION RITUAL RAISES UNTOUCHABILITY QUESTIONS Why in the News? A purification ritual at Haldwani’s Ramlila Ground after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s rally has triggered debate over untouchability, caste-based purity and pollution. The controversy raises questions about whether cleansing a public space after a Dalit person’s presence can attract constitutional and criminal liability. Legal Framework: …

05Aug 2026

Heatwaves, Lightning Added to India’s Disaster List

Heatwaves And Lightning Added To India’s Notified Disaster List Why in the News ? The Union Government has included heatwaves and lightning in the list of notified natural calamities under the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines, enabling States to provide financial relief to affected people. Key Decision and …

05Aug 2026

Parliament Clears Birth Death Bill Amid Protests

Parliament Clears Birth Death Registration Amendment Bill Amid Protests Why in the News ? Parliament has passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing stricter provisions for delayed registration of births and deaths. The legislation was cleared amid Opposition protests over other issues, including demands for accountability on recent incidents. Key Provisions …

04Aug 2026

MSME Amendment Bill 2026 Passed in Rajya Sabha

Rajya Sabha Passes Landmark MSME Development Amendment Bill 2026 Why in the News ? The Rajya Sabha has passed the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing a national digital registration platform and mandatory TReDS-based invoice settlement for CPSEs to strengthen MSME liquidity and improve ease of doing business, attracting investment decisions …

03Aug 2026

Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan: PM Launches Nationwide

Prime Minister Launches Nationwide Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan Initiative Why in the News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 100-week ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’, a nationwide campaign to promote a drug-free youth population, strengthen public awareness against substance abuse, and support the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. Key Features of …

30Jul 2026

Rupee Undervalued Amid Global, Oil Volatility

Rupee Turns Undervalued Amid Global Economic And Oil Volatility Why in the News ? The Indian rupee has depreciated sharply over the past 18 months, becoming undervalued according to the Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER). The trend reflects global oil price volatility, geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and changing trade competitiveness of the Indian economy. …

28Jul 2026

India’s Historic Success at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

India Achieves Historic Success At Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 Why in the News ? India recorded a landmark performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, with Sharmila Dhankar winning the country’s first-ever Commonwealth Games para-athletics gold medal. India also secured medals in high jump, weightlifting, and para shot put, taking its overall tally to 10 …

27Jul 2026

Anti Paper Leak Law Gets Tougher with Amendments

Government Proposes Stronger Anti Paper Leak Law Through Amendment Why in the News ? The Government of India is introducing the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to strengthen the 2024 Act by establishing fast-track courts and imposing stricter penalties to curb paper leaks and …

27Jul 2026

APJ Abdul Kalam: India Remembers Missile Man

Nation Remembers Missile Man APJ Abdul Kalam’s Enduring Legacy Why in the News ? The nation observed the death anniversary of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, former President of India and eminent scientist, paying tribute to his immense contributions to India’s missile and space programmes, scientific advancement, and youth empowerment. Tributes and Contributions of Dr. A.P.J. …

27Jul 2026

Do Not Surrender to China, Do Not Rely on US

DO NOT SURRENDER TO CHINA, DO NOT DEPEND ON THE U.S. Syllabus: GS 2: Indian and neighbourhood relations. Issues related to India’s interest. Why in the News? Amid growing U.S.–China strategic rivalry, continuing India–China border tensions, evolving U.S. trade policies, and changing geopolitical alignments, debates have intensified over whether India should recalibrate its engagement …

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