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1 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 1 August 2026
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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…
Read full storyUS President Donald Trump warned of intensified military action against Iran until it stops attacks on shipping and resumes negotiations. Kuwait intercepted hostile drones targeting vital facilities, while another comme…
Read full storyRBI's special dollar-rupee swap facility has mobilised $40.81 billion in forex inflows as of July 31, 2024, nearly doubling from $20.71 billion recorded on July 17. This facility, introduced to attract foreign currency…
Read full storyThe Defence Ministry launched DSC A24, the fifth and final indigenous Diving Support Craft under the DSC Project, at Titagarh, Kolkata. Designed and built domestically, these ships feature superior stability, enhanced d…
Read full storyUnion Home Minister Amit Shah approved advance release of Rs 2,117.85 crore from the Central share of the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to seven flood-affected states during the ongoing southwest monsoon. Himachal…
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Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh emphasized the Rs 5,659 crore Cotton Productivity Mission to enhance farm productivity and fibre quality. Cotton Corporation of India procured over 522 lakh quintals of seed cotton,…
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A special NIA court has framed charges against former Mumbai Police officers Sachin Waze and Pradeep Sharma along with eight others in the 2021 Antilia bomb scare case. They will face trial under IPC sections for murder…
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The Centre released Rs 1.09 lakh crore to states on August 1, advancing the regular monthly tax devolution which was originally scheduled for August 10. This early disbursement provides states with an immediate fiscal b…
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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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IITs and IIMs have started voluntary urine drug testing for students at admission as part of a government mission to screen 10 lakh students across 170 central higher education institutes by 2029. The framework, provide…
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The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the NEET-UG 2025 counselling schedule, with the first round of All India Quota (AIQ) counselling for deemed and central universities commencing on August 4 and conclu…
Read full storyIndia has successfully developed its first indigenous Expendable Turbo Jet Engine with a thrust of 350 kg, marking a significant milestone in its defence capabilities. Developed by the Defence Research and Development O…
Read full storyThe Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the first flight test of the long-range surface-to-air missile named Kusha from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha. This test is signifi…
Read full storyThe RBI's Weekly Statistical Supplement (July 17, 2026) reveals India's foreign exchange reserves at $676.2 billion, up $1.08 billion weekly but down $19.3 billion year-on-year. Foreign Currency Assets rose to $551.1 bi…
Read full storyOn July 23, 2026, RBI conducted liquidity operations under LAF with MSF at 5.50% (₹483 crore) and SDF at 5.00% (₹1,85,102 crore), resulting in net liquidity absorption of ₹1,84,619 crore. The overnight money market segm…
Read full storyUnion Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that PM Narendra Modi has stressed the urgent need for a stringent bill to curb examination malpractices. The government aims to introduce legislation without…
Read full storyThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the BHAVYA-Rasayan Scheme to establish three dedicated Chemical Parks across India, as announced in the Union Budget 2026-27. The scheme involves Centre-State contribut…
Read full storyIndia has reaffirmed its dedication to a multilateral trading system that is open, inclusive, and rules-based during the Eighth Trade Policy Review session at the WTO in Geneva. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal emphasi…
Read full storyThe Delhi High Court has established a special Fast Track Court to expedite cases related to paper leaks under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. This initiative follows Prime Minister Modi'…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation via video message, highlighting government actions taken over the past 2.5 months since recent paper leak incidents. He confirmed arrests of culprits and assured early p…
Read full storyThe RBI conducted a government securities auction for New GS 2041 and 7.43% GS 2076, accepting the full notified amounts of ₹17,000 crore and ₹11,000 crore respectively. The cut-off yield for New GS 2041 was 7.06%, whil…
Read full storyRBI conducted government securities auction for New GS 2041 and 7.43% GS 2076 with notified amounts of ₹17,000 crore and ₹11,000 crore respectively. The auction saw strong demand with competitive bids received at 2.9x a…
Read full storyRBI conducted an Additional Competitive Underwriting (ACU) auction on July 24, 2026, for two government securities: New GS 2041 (₹17,000 crore) and 7.43% GS 2076 (₹11,000 crore). The cut-off commission rates were set at…
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On July 23, 2026, significant environmental cases were addressed in India's Supreme Court, high courts, and the National Green Tribunal. These rulings highlight the judiciary's proactive stance on environmental protecti…
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