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20 July 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 20 July 2026
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On July 19, India and the Maldives signed MoUs to extend grant support for establishing fitness centres across 42 islands. This initiative, involving Maldivian Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam and Indian High Commission…
Read full storyThe article examines widespread consumer complaints about vehicle performance issues — clogged injectors, damaged fuel pumps, and contaminated petrol — coinciding with India's accelerated E20 (20% ethanol blending) roll…
Read full storyThe US military has conducted airstrikes against Iran in response to an attack by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard in Jordan, which resulted in the deaths of two American service members, one missing, and four hospitaliz…
Read full storyPresident Droupadi Murmu is set to undertake a historic visit to Moldova and Romania, as confirmed by Ambassador Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra. This visit aims to significantly elevate bilateral relations between India and…
Read full storyUS forces conducted seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran following collapse of peace negotiations, with CENTCOM confirming operations aimed at degrading Iranian military capabilities. The sustained campaign mark…
Read full storyTensions between the US and Iran have escalated as Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, announced the suspension of Tehran's commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding with the US, citing…
Read full storyThe Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Idgah dispute in Mathura involves a 17th-century mosque built adjacent to a Hindu temple site, with a 1968 compromise agreement now being legally challenged. Multiple suits filed since 2020…
Read full storyUS forces have initiated a series of military strikes against Iran over six consecutive nights, following the breakdown of a peace agreement. The US Central Command has stated that these operations are intended to weake…
Read full storyThe European Union has raised significant concerns regarding the human rights situation in Pakistan, emphasizing that the country must adhere to international commitments to retain its trade benefits under the Generalis…
Read full storyUnion Minister Ramdas Athawale announced that the Women's Reservation Bill and Delimitation Bill will be passed in the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament, citing the government's two-thirds majority. The Women's Res…
Read full storyNational Security Advisor Ajit Doval emphasized the importance of enhanced cooperation among BIMSTEC member nations to tackle economic challenges, particularly those arising from disruptions in global supply chains. Thi…
Read full storyThe BRICS nations are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Bengaluru, emphasizing collaboration in the field of standardisation. This initiative, announced by Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, aims…
Read full storyUkraine's parliament approved Serhii Koretskyi as new Prime Minister following President Zelenskyy's nomination, part of a major government reshuffle ahead of a critical wartime winter. Koretskyi, former CEO of state en…
Read full storyThe Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at 13 locations across West Bengal, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi in a terror funding and illegal infiltration case. Key locations include Kolkata, North 24 Parganas, S…
Read full storyThe Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at 13 locations across multiple states in connection with an alleged terror funding and illegal infiltration network. The case originated from an FIR filed by Uttar Pr…
Read full storyIndia and Belgium held the first Strategic Dialogue in Brussels to deepen bilateral cooperation across trade, green energy, defence, technology, and people-to-people ties. The dialogue marks a formal upgrade in diplomat…
Read full storyExternal Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar stated that the India-EU partnership is gaining strong momentum ahead of the 3rd India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) meeting. Key drivers include the proposed Free Trade…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the India-U.K. Free Trade Agreement will make 99% of Indian exports to the U.K. duty-free, calling it a testament to the government's pro-people diplomacy. This landmark trad…
Read full storyThe India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) officially came into force, marking a historic milestone in bilateral economic relations. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized that the agreement will unlock new opport…
Read full storyThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Agreement on Social Security have been implemented, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. This agreement allows zero-duty market a…
Read full storyUS President Donald Trump announced the resumption of blockade on Iranian ports following Tehran's attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated the strait remains open for international shipping b…
Read full storyThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was officially launched today, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This agreement is expected to significantly enhance India's economic growth a…
Read full storyThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has been announced by Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi as a significant development aimed at enhancing economic relations between India and the…
Read full storyThe Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between India and the UK came into effect today, marking a significant milestone in bilateral trade relations. This agreement aims to enhance economic cooperation an…
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