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20 July 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 20 July 2026
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India has declared the Indus Waters Treaty, established in 1960 with Pakistan, to be in 'abeyance' following the Pahalgam terror attack, citing ongoing sponsorship of terrorism by Pakistan. This statement reflects India…
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The Indian government has proposed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill for the upcoming Monsoon Session, which aims to penalize intentional insults during the singing of 'Vande Mataram'. This l…
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The Supreme Court has proposed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into allegations of donation embezzlement involving the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The bench cautioned petitioners against politici…
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The Supreme Court is currently hearing pleas regarding alleged theft of donations meant for the Ram Mandir construction, which has significant implications for transparency and accountability in religious trust funds. T…
Read full storyThe Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken suo motu action against 41 restaurants for automatically imposing service charges, responding to numerous complaints via the National Consumer Helpline. This ac…
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The Telangana government has established a high-level committee to audit private universities in response to the Supreme Court's directives in the Ayesha Jain case. This initiative aims to ensure compliance with governa…
Read full storyDefence Minister Rajnath Singh declared at the Forces First Conclave in New Delhi that India's zero tolerance against terrorism is a firm line of action, not just a statement. He emphasized India's readiness to strike t…
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Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, India's first private orbital rocket, is set for its maiden launch from Sriharikota. The flight will span 14 phases over 15.46 minutes, marking a historic milestone in India's space privati…
Read full storyUnion Minister Nitin Gadkari and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis will jointly lay foundation stones for three National Highway projects worth over ₹16,700 crore in Pune. The key project is a 53.4 km six-lane road from…
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Gujarat has emerged as the top state in NITI Aayog's inaugural Investment Friendliness Index 2026, scoring 56.6 points. This ranking evaluates the investment climate across 17 major states, with Maharashtra and Tamil Na…
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India's unwavering stance on terrorism, stating that the nation's commitment to a zero-tolerance policy is not just rhetoric but a definitive line of action. He announced that I…
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The Supreme Court bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta granted the Assam government two weeks to file counter-affidavits in five petitions challenging foreigner declaration orders. This development is signifi…
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The alleged custodial death of Sai Krishna in Andhra Pradesh has sparked political outrage, with accusations of torture, evidence tampering, and a cover-up by police. The case has drawn national attention due to concern…
Read full storyPresident Droupadi Murmu is set to undertake a significant three-nation state visit to Moldova, North Macedonia, and Romania starting July 19, 2023. This visit aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and enhance cooperation…
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The Supreme Court is set to review the implications of the Bihar SIR judgment, which clarified that the Election Commission of India (ECI) does not have the authority to determine citizenship for voting rights. This rul…
Read full storyChief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar addressed the All India Media Conference in New Delhi, emphasizing that India's electoral rolls are dynamic, living documents updated continuously. He stated elections follow th…
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Kerala Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan accused the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government of surrendering to Sangh Parivar diktats by reconstituting the Kerala Waqf Board under the Union government's Waqf (Amendment) Act,…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court has mandated all States and Union Territories to formulate a comprehensive policy for early release of elderly and terminally ill prisoners within three months. This directive aims to establish a unifo…
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The Delhi High Court emphasized on July 16 the importance of preserving the life of individuals on indefinite fasts, highlighting the balance between the state's duty to protect life and the right to dissent. This state…
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Comedian Kunal Kamra filed a plea in the Bombay High Court challenging the Sahyog Portal, alleging it serves as a government tool for online censorship. He contends the amended IT rules allow content taker takedowns wit…
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Supreme Court Justice B.V. Nagarathna advised the new TVK-led Tamil Nadu government against denying children access to Central government-run Navodaya Vidyalayas, emphasizing that the third-language formula should not c…
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The India-U.K. Double Contribution Convention (DCC) under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) took effect on July 15, 2026. It clarifies that Indian workers employed in the U.K. before this date remain…
Read full storyThe Union Cabinet approved Semicon 2.0 with a budgetary outlay of Rs 1.275 lakh crore to strengthen India's semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem. Building on Semicon 1.0, the scheme aims to establish India a…
Read full storyThe Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) concluded its three-day consultation in Lucknow on the One Nation, One Election proposal, engaging with vice-chancellors, directors, and legal/political science experts from Uttar…
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