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7 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 7 August 2026
Curated from PIB, RBI, All India Radio and verified national sources — organised for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State-PSC revision.
24 verified current-affairs updates for major exams.
India successfully test-fired the medium-range ballistic missile Agni-4 from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, Odisha. The launch, conducted under the Strategic Forces Command, validated all operational and techni…
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The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has announced 50% reservation in constable recruitment for ex-Agniveers, with existing caste-based quotas for SC, ST, and OBC categories applicable. This marks a significant policy shift as…
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The Indian Coast Guard has implemented permanent absorption and retirement benefits for women officers, aligning its gender integration policies with the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This move follows Supreme Court…
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Scientists at ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (ICAR-NIHSAD), Bhopal, have developed India's first indigenous vaccine for African Swine Fever (ASF) using a novel attenuated ASFV Genotype II virus…
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On July 31, 2026, Iran's Revolutionary Guard struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, while Kuwait intercepted drones. The U.S. confirmed no strikes on Iran overnight but urged citizens to consider departing West Asi…
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A migrant worker injured in a militant attack in Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir, succumbed to injuries, prompting Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to order a comprehensive review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for prot…
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The Border Security Force (BSF) is evaluating a 90-km stretch of the Sundarbans mangrove forests along the Indo-Bangladesh border for potential fencing to curb infiltration. This move highlights the tension between nati…
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At a recent conclave, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of infrastructure in modern warfare, stating that the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has transformed from a road construction agency to a s…
Read full storyDefence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the government's commitment to ensuring that India's borders are secure and well-connected during his address at the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Tech Symposium in New Delhi…
Read full storyThe Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 at Southern Naval Command, Kochi, from 20th to 23rd of this month. This four-day multinational training exercise is conducted in partnership with Combined Mari…
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The Indian Navy is set to host a significant maritime exercise in Kochi starting July 20, involving over 25 nations. This exercise aims to enhance maritime security training, provide practical exposure, and facilitate t…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level conference of Superintendents of Police from border districts across Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and no…
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah convened a meeting to assess the security situation in Manipur amid ongoing tensions between Kuki and Naga communities. The discussions focused on emerging conflict areas, border fencing in…
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The crime scene recreation for the Ketan Agrawal murder case was conducted on July 1, 2026, involving the accused, Chetan Chaudhari. This exercise is significant as it aids in reconstructing the events leading to the mu…
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The article discusses the legal status of neutral merchant vessels under international law, particularly in the context of warfare. It raises critical questions about when these vessels can lose their protections and wh…
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On June 27, 2026, Pakistan conducted airstrikes targeting militant hideouts along the Afghanistan border, resulting in the death of 29 militants. This military action was a direct response to an attack on a paramilitary…
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The khukuri knife, historically used by Gorkha soldiers against the British Army, has evolved in its applications among the Nepali people, symbolizing courage and loyalty. Its continued use in both combat and domestic s…
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India and the UAE are currently reviewing their strategic defence partnership, particularly in light of the UAE's interest in enhancing its air and missile defence capabilities. This comes after recent attacks on critic…
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India and the U.K. recently held a meeting to enhance defence cooperation, focusing on a roadmap to strengthen the partnership between the Indian Army and the British Army. This collaboration is significant as it reflec…
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Tamil Nadu has expressed strong concerns regarding the Centre's guidelines on projects within the Cauvery basin, particularly in relation to the Mekedatu drinking water-cum-balancing reservoir project proposed by Karnat…
Read full storyThe U.S. Defence Security Cooperation Agency has notified the sale of support services for India's Apache helicopters and M777A2 howitzers, as published in the Federal Register. This development underscores the strength…
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The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully demonstrated advanced missile defence and anti-ship strike capabilities through three flight tests. This multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD…
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The article discusses how Reza Pahlavi, the son of the former Iranian Shah, has called on US President Trump to 'help' the Iranian people amid rising tensions between the US and Iran. Trump had earlier stated that a cha…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Northeast India's first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in Dibrugarh, Assam. The 4.2-km dual-use runway can handle fighter jets up to 40 tonnes and transport aircraft up to 74 t…
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