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4 January 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 4 January 2026
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An MoU has been signed between HKMCF and the Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR) to promote millet-centric nutrition. This partnership aims to mainstream millets by integrating them into public feeding and welfa…
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The Department of Higher Education plans to introduce regulations to cap the intake of computer science and related engineering courses. This move aims to address potential imbalances in the engineering education sector…
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Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi has written to Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighting the gross misuse of AI tools like Grok on social media platform X. She raised concerns over the creation and posting of…
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Starlink, operated by SpaceX, plans to lower the orbit of its satellites by 2026 to enhance space safety. This initiative addresses the sharp increase in orbital spacecraft from internet constellations, aiming to mitiga…
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Renowned lyricist Javed Akhtar has strongly condemned a fake AI-generated video circulating online, which shows his altered image falsely claiming his religious conversion. Akhtar stated he is "seriously considering to…
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that DRDO will lead the 'Sudarshan Chakra' air defence initiative. This program aims to equip critical installations across India with advanced air defence systems over the next…
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Analyses of samples from asteroid Bennu by the OSIRIS-REx mission revealed the presence of crucial organic molecules like ribose, glucose, amino acids, and nucleobases, along with nitrogen-rich polymers and abundant pre…
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Tamil Nadu is strategically shifting its clean power focus towards energy storage and offshore wind to overcome significant hurdles like grid stress, land scarcity, and aging infrastructure. This move is crucial for the…
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The Centre is preparing PM-KUSUM 2.0, a significant update to the existing scheme, with a new focus on feeder-level solarisation. This initiative aims to integrate agriculture, power, and climate goals by leveraging dec…
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Delhi experienced dense fog, leading to 'very poor' air quality with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 388. This recurring environmental issue highlights the challenges of urban pollution and its health impacts, making it c…
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DRDO successfully tested Pinaka rockets with an enhanced 120-km strike range, significantly boosting India's indigenous multi-barrel rocket launcher capabilities. Concurrently, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) appr…
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Rajasthan is expediting the installation of rooftop solar power plants under the national Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme. This initiative aims to significantly reduce transmission and distribution losses while simu…
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A recent study highlighted a potential environmental crisis linked to renewable energy development, revealing significant "hidden costs." These costs include extensive mining for raw materials and substantial forest los…
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India is experiencing a significant data gap concerning rooftop solar energy generation, despite the rapid scaling up of installations. There is currently no comprehensive data on the actual electricity produced by thes…
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Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a record surge in admissions to private schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, with the number of students more than doubling over the last five years. This significant increase unde…
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The Election Commission deleted 42.74 lakh voters from Madhya Pradesh's draft electoral roll following a Systematic Information Review (SIR). This massive deletion, comprising 8.46 lakh dead, 31.51 lakh absent/migrated,…
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Karnataka Minister Shivanand Patil has assured early execution of the PM MITRA Textile Park in Kalaburagi. Tenders have been issued for crucial infrastructure, including KPTCL work, road development, and a water barrage…
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A Delhi court, on December 23, ordered the framing of charges against Congress MP Karti Chidambaram and six other accused in the alleged Chinese visa scam case. This development marks a significant step in the legal pro…
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Italy's regulator imposed a $115 million fine on Apple for alleged privacy violations within its App Store. The authority cited Apple's "absolute dominance" in the market and breach of European regulations. This action…
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The Supreme Court has significantly intervened by tightening safeguards for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB) and ordering a redrawing of the Green Energy Corridor map in Rajasthan and Gujarat. This v…
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ISRO's LVM3 launch vehicle is scheduled to deploy a next-generation communication satellite on December 24. This historic mission aims to provide high-speed cellular broadband directly to smartphones worldwide, signifyi…
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The government is considering replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with the new 'Viksit Bharat Guarantee For Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill'. This move signifies a ma…
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President Droupadi Murmu addressed a conference of Union and State Public Service Commissions, emphasizing "honesty and integrity" as non-negotiable in recruitment. The event aimed to strengthen recruitment systems and…
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Global coal demand growth is stalling primarily due to China's flattening consumption, driven by record additions of clean energy. This significant shift in China's energy matrix is reshaping global coal markets, impact…
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