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Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched former President Ram Nath Kovind’s autobiography in Delhi. The launch took place on Wednesday, 12 August 2026. Notably, the book is titled Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles. Moreover, it traces Kovind’s journey from a small village to the highest office in India. About the Autobiography The […]
Read MoreThe e-FIR is now a key part of India’s new criminal law framework. Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 allows it. Notably, a person can report a cognizable offence through electronic communication. However, the informant must sign the information within three days. What Section 173 of BNSS Says Under Section 173, […]
Read MoreLadakh is set to become the first State or Union Territory to finish the entire Census 2027 exercise. Notably, it plans to complete all census work by the end of September 2026. Moreover, this will happen well before most of India. Clearly, the early schedule reflects Ladakh’s tough winter conditions. Ladakh’s Census Schedule In total, […]
Read MoreThe US Senate has passed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. Notably, the bill passed by a large margin of 86 votes to 11. Moreover, it allows tariffs of up to 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian oil and gas. Clearly, India could face serious trade pressure if the bill becomes […]
Read MoreThe Union Cabinet has approved GOBARdhan, the National Circular Bioenergy Scheme. Notably, the scheme has a total outlay of ₹23,731 crore. Moreover, it will run from 2026–27 to 2035–36. Clearly, it aims to make compressed biogas (CBG) a major pillar of India’s energy mix. What Is the New GOBARdhan Scheme? GOBARdhan is now India’s national […]
Read MoreIndia’s Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme has made major progress. The government shared an update in Parliament on 5 August 2026. Notably, ISRO plans the first uncrewed experimental mission for the fourth quarter of 2026. Moreover, it targets India’s first crewed mission for 2027. Key Milestones Achieved Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh gave the details […]
Read MoreThe Commonwealth Games 2026 have ended in Glasgow, Scotland. India finished fourth in the medal table with 39 medals. Notably, the closing ceremony also started the countdown to Ahmedabad 2030. Moreover, the 2030 Games will be the centenary edition. India’s Medal Tally at Commonwealth Games 2026 Australia topped the table once again. Meanwhile, England and […]
Read MoreIndia’s Ramsar network has grown to 101 sites with Glaw Lake. Notably, Glaw Lake is also the first Ramsar Site in Arunachal Pradesh. Moreover, it lies inside the Kamlang Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. Clearly, the listing boosts conservation in the Eastern Himalayas. About Glaw Lake Glaw Lake is a pristine freshwater lake in the […]
Read MoreIndia hosted the meeting of Heads of National Statistical Offices (NSOs) of BRICS countries in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Notably, the event took place under India’s BRICS Chairship for 2026. Moreover, more than 350 participants attended. Under the BRICS Statistics track, India adopted the theme “Quality Statistics as Driver of Change”. Who Took Part The meeting […]
Read MoreThe government has strengthened the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan in Jammu and Kashmir. Notably, over 1.20 crore people in the Union Territory have been reached through awareness drives. Moreover, 8,565 volunteers called Nasha Mukti Mitras have joined the campaign. Clearly, the drive aims to protect youth from drug abuse. About Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan The […]
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