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30 August 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 30 August 2026
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The Integrated Fertilizer Management System (iFMS) has launched new digital dashboards and analytical tools under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers to enhance transparency, real-time monitoring, and data-driven…
Read full storyDefence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the PM-SETU Industry Conclave in Lucknow, emphasizing India's progress towards self-reliance in defence through indigenous design and domestic manufacturing. He highlighted PM-SE…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Uzbekistan's highest state award, 'Oliy Darajali Do'stlik' (Order of Outstanding Friendship), recognizing his visionary leadership in strengthening India-Uzbekistan strategic t…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Uzbekistan's highest state award, the Order of Oliy Darajali Dustlik, by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent. PM Modi dedicated the award to the 1.4 billion people of Indi…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan, reinforcing the deep historical and cultural ties between the two nations rooted in the ancient Silk Route. The visit highlighted shared cul…
Read full storyIndia dispatched its fourth humanitarian aid flight carrying 11 tonnes of relief materials to flood-affected Nepal, bringing total assistance to 68.5 tonnes. The MEA confirmed deployment of technical teams, forensic exp…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the Presidential Palace in Tashkent. The leaders reviewed cooperation across trade, investment, defence, digital connecti…
Read full storyPrime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation through the Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani, highlighting the rapid momentum of the 'Nasha-mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat' campaign aimed at creating a drug-free India.…
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Parliament has not been prorogued 17 days after the Monsoon Session ended, an unusual delay that has drawn Congress criticism. Speculation persists that the government may convene a special sitting to revive the delimit…
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India and Uzbekistan elevated bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during high-level talks, signing 11 agreements covering mining, tourism, and other key sectors. A major highlight was the framew…
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EY projects India's real GDP growth at 7-7.2% for FY27, driven by strong domestic demand and sustained government capital expenditure. Nominal GDP growth is estimated at 12.5-13%. Despite global headwinds like geopoliti…
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PM Modi's upcoming SCO visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties with Iran, Tajikistan, and other Central Asian nations. The agenda includes strategic discussions on the BRICS Summit scheduled for September 2024, India's…
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The Supreme Court mandated uploading FIRs online within 24 hours of registration under Section 173 BNSS (formerly Section 154 CrPC), yet police routinely fail to comply. This violates the accused's fundamental right und…
Read full storyNEET-PG 2026 was successfully conducted on August 30, 2026, across 1,111 centres in 339 cities for 2,73,096 registered candidates. The exam featured robust security including Aadhaar-based authentication, 2,527 Independ…
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The government is expanding its fertilizer management system by linking sales directly to farmer, land, and crop data through the AgriStack platform. This integration covers millions of buyers and significant annual fer…
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Tamil Nadu has approached the Supreme Court seeking directions to Karnataka to release a backlog of 17.604 tmcft of Cauvery water, alleging that the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) and Cauvery Water Management…
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On August 30, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Uzbekistan's highest state honour, the 'Oliy Darajali Do'stlik' Order, marking his 36th international award. This recognition underscores India's deepening…
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Bangladesh's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Humayun Kobir, announced that Bangladesh and China will initiate a 'two-plus-two' dialogue mechanism involving foreign and defence ministers in the very near future. T…
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The Union Rural Development Ministry has clarified that pending e-KYC verification will not prevent workers from demanding or receiving employment under MGNREGA. All registered workers have been migrated to the new VB-G…
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The government is upgrading its digital fertilizer tracking platform to link farmer purchases directly with land records, enabling real-time subsidy monitoring and early detection of supply gaps. New dashboards will giv…
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The Indian government has mandated Indian Standard Time (IST) as the sole national time reference through new rules effective 180 days post-gazette notification. This initiative aims to synchronize all digital and techn…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Uzbekistan's highest state award, the 'Oliy Darajali Do'stlik' Order, during his visit. The award recognizes his significant contribution to strengthening India-Uzbekistan stra…
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The UNCCD COP17 conference has formally recognized rangelands as a critical biome requiring dedicated global action, establishing political frameworks, scientific mechanisms, financing innovations, and partnership pipel…
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A report warns that weak September monsoon rainfall could push India's FY27 inflation to 5.5% or higher, despite significant recovery in Kharif sowing from earlier deficits. Reservoir levels provide some buffer but rema…
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