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3 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 3 August 2026
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24 verified current-affairs updates for major exams.
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 Supreme Court has summoned top Arunachal Pradesh officials to explain their alleged non-cooperation with a CBI probe into Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The investigation concerns allegations that Khandu favored firms…
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The Supreme Court delivered a landmark 300-page judgment on sex work, fundamentally departing from long-standing global anti-trafficking assumptions. The ruling redefines legal and policy frameworks around sex work, emp…
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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…
Read full storyThe 4th Tri-Services Future Warfare Course begins in New Delhi on August 3, organized by Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff and coordinated by CENJOWS. This four-week program brings together officers from the Army, N…
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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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Tamil Nadu will approach the Supreme Court on August 3, 2026, regarding the Cauvery water dispute with Karnataka. Minister Nirmalkumar highlighted that Karnataka CM Shivakumar and DMK share ties beyond politics, indicat…
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…
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Over 3,000 serving CAPF officers, including gallantry awardees and women officers, have moved the Supreme Court challenging the CAPF Act. The new law makes it harder for CAPF cadre officers to be promoted to leadership…
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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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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…
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 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…
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The U.S. military launched fresh strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, specifically in Qeshm and Bandar Abbas, resulting in two reported injuries. This escalation follows ongoing tensions over shipping r…
Read full storyThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the 3rd and 4th line of the Ballari–Guntakal railway section spanning Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh at a total cost of ₹1,264 crore. The project will add approxim…
Read full storyMinister of State for Health Anupriya Patel informed Lok Sabha that medical colleges increased from 387 to 844, UG seats from 51,348 to 1,18,137, and PG seats from 31,185 to 73,157. This expansion aims to strengthen hea…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court, through a bench of Justice P.S. Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe, has directed the Centre and the National Testing Agency (NTA) to submit detailed affidavits on reforms implemented following the NEET…
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The UMEED portal has successfully approved over 6.17 lakh Waqf properties, marking a significant step in the Indian government's initiative to digitize and manage Waqf property records. This move is crucial for transpar…
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The article highlights the growing crisis of trust in India's competitive examination system due to recurring paper leaks, which undermines the aspirations of millions seeking social mobility through education. It empha…
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