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. Abdul Kalam ● The nation paid homage to Dr….
Why in the News ? India’s star weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu won the country’s first Gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, setting new Commonwealth Games records in the women’s 48 kg category and securing her third consecutive Commonwealth Games Gold. India’s Performance at Commonwealth Games 2026 Significance of the Achievement About Commonwealth…
Why in the News ? UNESCO has inscribed four new international sites on the World Heritage List during the 47th World Heritage Committee meeting in Busan, South Korea. The additions include France’s D-Day Beaches, Greece’s Mount Olympus, Japan’s Asuka-Fujiwara Capitals, and South Sudan’s Boma-Badingilo Migratory Landscape. New UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Key Highlights ● The…
Why in the News? ● New U.S. Tariffs: The United States has imposed a new round of Section 301 tariffs under the U.S. Trade Act, 1974 on around 60 countries, citing imports of goods produced through forced labour. ● India in Favourable Group: India has been placed in the second-most favourable tariff category, facing a…
Why in the News? ● Cabinet Approval: The Union Cabinet has approved a draft Anti-Paper Leaks Bill proposing stricter punishment and the establishment of fast-track courts to deal with examination paper leaks and related malpractices. ● Examination Reforms: The move comes amid a broader overhaul of the National Testing Agency (NTA), including the termination of…
Why in the News? ● Regulatory Reform: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has released a consultation paper proposing a comprehensive review of the SEBI (Portfolio Managers) Regulations, 2020 to modernise the Portfolio Management Services (PMS) framework in response to evolving investor preferences and the growing importance of ethical considerations in investment decisions….
Why in the News? ● Draft Rules Released: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has released draft amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR) to regulate the organised used-car market and strengthen ownership transfer procedures. ● Public Consultation: The Ministry has invited public comments within 30 days on the proposed amendments, which…
Why in the News? ● Industrial Development: The Union Cabinet has approved the BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme with a financial outlay of ₹3,030 crore to establish three dedicated chemical parks across India, attracting investment decisions from institutional investors and asset managers focused on sustainable business practices. ● Infrastructure Boost: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)…
Why in the News? ● Interim Direction: The Supreme Court has prohibited the unauthorised extraction, editing, dissemination, reposting, uploading, and monetisation of audio and video recordings of livestreamed court proceedings on social media and digital platforms, reflecting ethical considerations in digital governance. ● Misuse of Livestreams: The interim order was passed while hearing a Public…
Why in the News ? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revived the FCNR(B) concessional swap window to attract foreign currency deposits from Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). The initiative aims to strengthen foreign exchange reserves, support the Indian rupee, and enhance resilience amid global economic uncertainty, offering structured investment solutions that appeal to institutional investors…