Why in the News ? The Punjab Legislative Assembly passed nine Bills in a single day, covering education, infrastructure, taxation, employment and environmental protection. Opposition parties criticised the government for allegedly providing legislators inadequate time to scrutinise the legislation, calling the exercise majoritarian and undemocratic. Nine Bills Passed Across Key Sectors: ● The…
Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha passed the Tribunals Reforms Bill, 2026, amid Opposition protests and without debate. The Bill proposes a National Tribunals Commission to oversee appointments, service conditions and functioning of tribunal members, responding to the Supreme Court’s concerns over judicial independence and transparency. National Tribunals Commission: Key Provisions: ● …
Why in the News ? India has donated five peacocks, including a rare white-feathered male, to the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), reviving a decades-old tradition. The gesture highlights India’s commitment to biodiversity conservation, environmental stewardship and cultural diplomacy at the global level. Peacock Donation: Cultural and Diplomatic Significance ● India donated…
Why in the News ? National Handloom Day, observed on August 7, highlights the economic and cultural importance of India’s handloom sector. Despite supporting millions of livelihoods and empowering women, the sector faces declining returns, fragmented markets and disappearing traditional weaves, requiring renewed policy support. Handloom as an Economic and Cultural Asset ● …
Why in the News ? The nation observed the 119th martyrdom day of Khudiram Bose, one of India’s youngest revolutionary freedom fighters. He was executed by the British on August 11, 1908, at Muzaffarpur for his role in revolutionary activities against colonial rule. Khudiram Bose and Revolutionary Nationalism ● Khudiram Bose joined India’s…
Why in the News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to participate actively in the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign and celebrate the national flag during Independence Day festivities. This year’s campaign also commemorates the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram through nationwide and global initiatives. Har Ghar Tiranga 2026: Key Initiatives ● …
Why in the News ? The Indian Navy-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 began at Kochi on August 10 and will continue until August 14. The five-day exercise aims to improve interoperability, specialised skills and professional cooperation between both navies. Exercise 2026: Key Features and Objectives ● The Indian Navy-US Navy…
Why in the News ? The BESIII experiment in Beijing has produced stronger evidence that X(2370) may contain a dominant glueball component. Glueballs are hypothetical particles made primarily of gluons, the carriers of the strong nuclear force, offering new insights into quantum chromodynamics. Glueballs: A Unique Form of Matter ● Glueballs are hypothetical…
Why in the News ? Typhoon Dolphin made landfall in eastern China’s Zhejiang Province, triggering a red alert, mass flight cancellations, evacuations and warnings of torrential rainfall. The powerful storm also affected Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong, highlighting growing regional exposure to extreme weather events. Typhoon Dolphin: Impact and Response ● Typhoon Dolphin…
Why in the News ? The US Senate overwhelmingly approved the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, 2026, proposing tariffs of up to 100% on goods from major buyers of Russian energy. The measure also extends Iran energy sanctions until 2031. US Senate Approves Tougher Russia Sanctions: ● The US Senate…