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5 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 5 August 2026
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Indian equity markets witnessed profit-booking after Monday's rally as investors await the RBI's monetary policy decision on Wednesday. BSE, Bharti Airtel, and Nykaa reported strong Q1FY25 earnings with significant prof…
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NABARD cancelled its ₹8,000 crore bond issuance after investors demanded higher yields, reflecting heightened risk aversion in the primary debt market. The withdrawal signals tightening liquidity conditions and cautious…
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Iran and Oman are reportedly collaborating on a plan to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil transit. The Trump administration had previously rejected any arrangement gra…
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Iran and Oman have agreed on coordinates for a maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirming a joint announcement is being finalized. The agreement aim…
Read full storyUS President Donald Trump warned Iran of a 'last chance' to reach a diplomatic agreement with Washington, revealing that a planned major military strike was paused after Iran and several Gulf countries urged diplomacy.…
Read full storyRBI's Money Market Operations on August 3, 2026, show total overnight segment volume of ₹6,56,420.66 crore at a weighted average rate of 4.96%. Triparty Repo dominated with ₹4,62,245.85 crore volume. In LAF operations,…
Read full storyICAR has initiated Agricultural Action Plans for seven states/UTs including Assam, Goa, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands. These roadmaps are prepared collaboratively by…
Read full storyThe Reserve Bank of India conducted the auction of State Government Securities (SGS) on August 4, 2026, for 12 state loans across 8 states with a total notified amount of ₹9,300 crore. The auction saw strong investor de…
Read full storyUnder the National Ayush Mission (NAM), 12,500 Ayush Dispensaries and Sub Health Centres have been upgraded to Ayushman Arogya Mandir (Ayush) across 36 States/UTs, with all approved units now functional. The scheme aims…
Read full storyThe Ministry of Ayush, through NCISM and NCH established under 2020 Acts, has implemented major regulatory and curriculum reforms in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy education over the last three years. Key meas…
Read full storyThe Ministry of Ayush, under the National Ayush Mission (NAM), has released Rs. 6,40,699.24 lakhs to States/UTs from 2014-15 to 2025-26 for strengthening Ayush infrastructure, including new colleges, integrated hospital…
Read full storyA delegation of the All India Kisan Coordination Committee (AIKCC) met Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan at Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi, expressing strong support for the ethanol blending programme while dem…
Read full storyLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met Uzbekistan's Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov at Parliament House on August 4, 2026, to strengthen bilateral ties. They discussed parliamentary cooperation, trade, education, and culture,…
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The Supreme Court directed the Centre, States, RBI, and telecom authorities to establish SOPs and mechanisms to prevent 'digital arrests' and ensure time-bound refunds. The order mandates grievance redressal systems and…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, clarified on July 28 that state governments, including Delhi, have the authority to close or withdraw FIRs against students involved in recent protests at Jantar Manta…
Read full storyIndia and Uzbekistan agreed to expand their strategic partnership during Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov's four-day visit to New Delhi. Key areas of cooperation include critical minerals, mining, trade, energy,…
Read full storyEnvironment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh as India's 101st Ramsar Site, marking a significant milestone in wetland conservation. This pristine freshwater lake enhances biodiversity pr…
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The government has introduced a new bill aimed at attracting foreign investment and boosting manufacturing by easing regulations for offshore funds and global fund managers operating from India. It extends tax exemption…
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The Supreme Court extended third-party insurance coverage for new vehicles by one year — four years for cars and six years for two-wheelers — citing road safety and the need to ensure accident victims receive adequate c…
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The government is moving to restore Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI merchant payments through parliamentary amendments, enabling banks to charge fees on person-to-merchant transactions. The Reserve Bank of India wil…
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The Centre informed the Supreme Court that shifting NEET-UG to computer-based testing (CBT) is under active consideration, with any structural changes to be made only after consultation with the Health Ministry and Nati…
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The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is considering raising the wage ceiling for insurance coverage from ₹21,000 to ₹30,000 per month. If implemented, this expansion would extend social security benefits to…
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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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The Centre announced an Offer for Sale (OFS) to dilute its stake in Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), opening for non-retail investors on Tuesday and retail investors on Wednesday. The divestment comprises a ba…
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