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24 August 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 24 August 2026
AI summaries of PIB, RBI, All India Radio and national newspaper reports, organised for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State-PSC revision. Every story links to its source.
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Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram appeared before the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the 'One Nation, One Election' Bills and termed them unconstitutional and mindless. The JPC, chaired by P.P. Chaudh…
Read full storyUnion Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced in Tokyo that India will amend regulations and introduce new rules within two months to address concerns of companies setting up manufacturing operations. He met two major…
Read full storyUnion Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched revamped Dak Sewa and Dak MITRA apps in New Delhi, alongside inaugurating renovated buildings of 14 post offices across ten states. These digital initiatives a…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with space sector startup CEOs, urging them to build a robust ecosystem that attracts global talent to India. He acknowledged the trust startups have shown in government policies…
Read full storyWest Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee stated that 23,000 citizenship certificates have been issued under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), while 2.3 lakh applications were received. Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari c…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah announced the deportation of three fugitives linked to the Bambiha Gang from Malaysia, highlighting India's growing international cooperation in combating organized crime. This operation is…
Read full storyIndia lifted its wheat export ban imposed in May 2022 to control domestic prices, citing farmers' interests amid depressed local prices. As the world's second-largest wheat producer, this policy reversal aims to support…
Read full storyCongress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of undermining reservation by keeping government posts vacant and privatizing PSUs. He argued that vacant posts deny SC/ST/OBC candidates their constitut…
Read full storyCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal will lead India's largest-ever business delegation of over 200 representatives to Japan from 24-27 August 2026, visiting Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka. The visit aims to deepen trade and investm…
Read full storyNSDC, under MSDE, and Cultus Education launched a nationwide cloud and AI skilling initiative with AWS support. The program targets 150,000 learners for foundational AI/cloud literacy and 10,000 for job-ready AWS re/Sta…
Read full storyCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead India's largest-ever business delegation of over 200 representatives to Japan from June 24-27, visiting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. The delegation spans key sectors in…
Read full storyThe BRICS Sports Ministers' Meeting is being held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, as part of India's BRICS Chairship 2026. Union Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya and MoS Raksha Khadse welcomed delegations from all 11 BRI…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with CEOs and founders of 20 space startups, urging the private sector to build a global aura of innovation to attract global talent. This aligns with India's celebration of Natio…
Read full storyIndia has successfully supported the completion of the Thilamale Bridge, Maldives' largest infrastructure project, with the installation of its final segment. This bridge connects the capital Malé with Thilafushi and Hu…
Read full storyA Supreme Court-appointed panel has criticized the Assam government for failing to act against illegal mining activities near Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and critical rhino habitat. The issue g…
Read full storyChina's state media criticized India's formal naming of 27 places in Arunachal Pradesh, warning it could escalate border tensions and undermine improving bilateral political ties. This follows India's April 2024 move to…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the security of the strategically vital Siliguri Corridor (Chicken's Neck) with senior officials from MHA, MoRTH, Army, BSF, SSB, RPF, and West Bengal leadership. He emphasized a q…
Read full storyCochin Shipyard Limited delivered 'Mangrol', the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy on August 21, 2026. The vessel features over 80% indigenous content and is equipped for ASW operation…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a crucial meeting in Siliguri with West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari and hill area stakeholders including GJM, GNLF, and other political representatives. Discussions focused on perman…
Read full storyThe Government has extended restrictions on all Fixed Dose Combinations (FDCs) containing Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, mandating a warning against use in children below four years. This foll…
Read full storyEPFO launched the Employees' Enrolment Campaign 2026 (EEC 2026) effective 29 June 2026, open until 31 October 2026, to enrol eligible employees left out of EPF coverage from 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2026. The campaign o…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court dismissed a PIL challenging death by hanging as the sole method of execution, ruling it conforms to constitutional requirements of a just, fair, and reasonable procedure under Article 21. The petition…
Read full storyDefence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that safeguarding India's security, sovereignty, and honour is the government's foremost duty, asserting that India's culture of non-violence and peace should not be mistaken fo…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah praised West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari for transferring 1,129 acres of land to BSF and SSB within 45 days of the new government assuming office, enabling fencing along the Indi…
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