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5 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 5 August 2026
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24 verified current-affairs updates for major exams.
On the 7th anniversary of Article 370 abrogation (August 5, 2019), widespread street protests were held by National Conference (NC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jammu & Kashmir. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha…
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The Rajya Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2024, increasing the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 50 (including the Chief Justice of India). This addresses the massi…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court directed RBI to prepare a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for handling mule accounts and bank accounts linked to cyber fraud. The court also issued directions to states, UTs, law enforcement agencie…
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The government has introduced a Bill in Parliament to enable notification of transaction types that may attract charges on the UPI platform, which has so far remained free for merchants and customers. This legislative m…
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The Karnataka High Court ruled that ED's search and seizure operations under PMLA are not independent civil actions but are intrinsically linked to criminal proceedings. The court emphasized that property attachment is…
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Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to resolve the ongoing Parliament logjam. The government clarified there is no proposal for a Special Session to pass the Women's Reserva…
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 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, 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 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,…
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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 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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Parliament has increased the Supreme Court's sanctioned strength from 34 to 38 judges, marking the first such expansion since 2019 when it was raised from 31 to 34. This legislative move aims to address the growing case…
Read full storyIn July 2026, captive and commercial coal mines produced 14.78 MT and dispatched 17.49 MT, registering 9.61% year-on-year production growth over July 2025. This sustained growth reflects improved operational efficiency…
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The Supreme Court, through a bench headed by Justice P.S. Narasimha, has directed the Centre to ensure safe and clean footpaths for pedestrians, declaring the right to broad footpaths as a fundamental right. The Court e…
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US President Donald Trump announced that new negotiations with Iran are expected to begin within the next day or two, calling them the 'last chance' for Tehran to forge a deal and avoid escalation of US strikes. The tal…
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The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill aims to strengthen the 2024 anti-cheating law by introducing stricter penalties, time-bound investigations, and fast-track trials for exam malpractices…
Read full storyUnion Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp' initiative at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, emphasizing youth leadership and public participation for a drug-free India. The ca…
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In FY26 (April 2025–March 2026), India approved only 1 Chinese FDI proposal worth ₹1 crore, while 13 proposals from Hong Kong were cleared. Overall, 63 FDI proposals worth ₹10,292.67 crore ($1.18 billion) were approved…
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Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will hold a virtual press conference on August 5, marking the second anniversary of her arrival in India following the 2024 uprising that led to her ouster. The event com…
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Assam has commenced self-enumeration for Census 2027, marking the first digital census exercise in the state. The process was suspended in two flood-affected districts due to operational challenges. According to the 201…
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