UPSC Current Affairs 3 August 2026

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

As ceasefire teetered, Tehran plotted wider war via proxies, Pg2

Tehran secretly plotted wider war via proxies during ceasefire, escalating attacks on US allies and global markets in West Asia to pressure Washington.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

As ceasefire teetered, Tehran plotted wider war via proxies, Pg2

Tehran secretly plotted wider war via proxies during ceasefire, escalating attacks on US allies and global markets in West Asia to pressure Washington.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Disaster Management GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

Two helicopters collide battling Greek wildfires; Hungary's nuclear plant shuts due to Danube's record low water levels amid Europe's climate-exacerbated heatwaves.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Disaster Management GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

Two helicopters collide battling Greek wildfires; Hungary's nuclear plant shuts due to Danube's record low water levels amid Europe's climate-exacerbated heatwaves.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

Centre urges states to establish special NDPS courts to clear 3.9 lakh pending drug cases, bolstering internal security against narco-terrorism.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

Centre urges states to establish special NDPS courts to clear 3.9 lakh pending drug cases, bolstering internal security against narco-terrorism.

GS 1: Art & Culture GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Architecture GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Air pollution in Capital accelerating Humayun’s Tomb decay: IIT study, Pg5

IIT study reveals Delhi's air pollution accelerates Humayun's Tomb decay, forming pollutant-rich black crusts on sandstone surfaces, necessitating urgent conservation strategies.

GS 1: Art & Culture GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Architecture GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Air pollution in Capital accelerating Humayun’s Tomb decay: IIT study, Pg5

IIT study reveals Delhi's air pollution accelerates Humayun's Tomb decay, forming pollutant-rich black crusts on sandstone surfaces, necessitating urgent conservation strategies.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Facing extinction, Chhattisgarh launches ambitious plan to translocate wild buffaloes from Assam, establishing enclosures and a five-point conservation strategy.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Facing extinction, Chhattisgarh launches ambitious plan to translocate wild buffaloes from Assam, establishing enclosures and a five-point conservation strategy.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas, Pg10

India shifts conservation focus beyond isolated protected areas to integrated landscape management, leveraging OECMs and ecological corridors amidst infrastructure expansion.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas, Pg10

India shifts conservation focus beyond isolated protected areas to integrated landscape management, leveraging OECMs and ecological corridors amidst infrastructure expansion.

GS 3: Economy GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Inclusive Growth GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Between growth haves, have-nots, mind the lag, Pg10

India's economic growth creates a widening gap between surging billionaire wealth and stagnant average wages, impacting consumption and demanding urgent job creation.

GS 3: Economy GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Inclusive Growth GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Between growth haves, have-nots, mind the lag, Pg10

India's economic growth creates a widening gap between surging billionaire wealth and stagnant average wages, impacting consumption and demanding urgent job creation.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS2: E Governance

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Article advocates for a rights-based welfare regime, critiquing direct transfers and digital governance for undermining citizen entitlements and accountability.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS2: E Governance

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Article advocates for a rights-based welfare regime, critiquing direct transfers and digital governance for undermining citizen entitlements and accountability.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: IT and Computers

A New Compact Between AI & Agriculture: An Andhra Pradesh Opportunity, Pg11

Andhra Pradesh leverages agrivoltaics for Google's $15 billion AI data center, enabling farmers to co-own solar utilities and boost income.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: IT and Computers

A New Compact Between AI & Agriculture: An Andhra Pradesh Opportunity, Pg11

Andhra Pradesh leverages agrivoltaics for Google's $15 billion AI data center, enabling farmers to co-own solar utilities and boost income.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI Policy Panel Likely To Keep Interest Rates Unchanged On August 5, Pg12

RBI's MPC expected to hold interest rates steady on August 5, balancing inflation risks from West Asia conflict and crude oil prices.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI Policy Panel Likely To Keep Interest Rates Unchanged On August 5, Pg12

RBI's MPC expected to hold interest rates steady on August 5, balancing inflation risks from West Asia conflict and crude oil prices.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

OPEC+ agrees oil hike from September, Pg12

OPEC+ approves 188,000 bpd oil production hike from September, completing previous cuts amidst global supply disruptions.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

OPEC+ agrees oil hike from September, Pg12

OPEC+ approves 188,000 bpd oil production hike from September, completing previous cuts amidst global supply disruptions.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Chinese FDI down to just Rs 1 cr in FY26, Pg12

India's strict FDI policy slashes Chinese investment to Rs 1 crore in FY26, highlighting impact of border regulations on capital formation.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Chinese FDI down to just Rs 1 cr in FY26, Pg12

India's strict FDI policy slashes Chinese investment to Rs 1 crore in FY26, highlighting impact of border regulations on capital formation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology GS3: IT and Computers

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

Advanced AI models demonstrate remarkable ability to solve complex mathematical problems, yet their inherent probabilistic nature poses significant reliability challenges.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology GS3: IT and Computers

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

Advanced AI models demonstrate remarkable ability to solve complex mathematical problems, yet their inherent probabilistic nature poses significant reliability challenges.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges GS3: Basics of Cyber Security

For Doxxing Victims In India, A Patchwork Of Laws To Navigate, Pg13

Doxxing victims in India navigate a complex legal patchwork, as no specific law addresses online harassment, leading to severe real-world consequences.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges GS3: Basics of Cyber Security

For Doxxing Victims In India, A Patchwork Of Laws To Navigate, Pg13

Doxxing victims in India navigate a complex legal patchwork, as no specific law addresses online harassment, leading to severe real-world consequences.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

What makes Kerala particularly vulnerable to landslides, Pg13

Kerala faces renewed devastating landslides and floods due to intense rainfall, offshore trough, and human interventions, highlighting its inherent vulnerability.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

What makes Kerala particularly vulnerable to landslides, Pg13

Kerala faces renewed devastating landslides and floods due to intense rainfall, offshore trough, and human interventions, highlighting its inherent vulnerability.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

PM launches drive to curb drug abuse among youth, Pg1

PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukt Yuva' campaign, urging collective action to combat drug abuse among youth for a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

PM launches drive to curb drug abuse among youth, Pg1

PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukt Yuva' campaign, urging collective action to combat drug abuse among youth for a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: World Wars GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Extreme-event materials, Pg2

Researchers discover a unique metal alloy with a novel crystal structure, formed by the extreme heat of the Hiroshima atomic bomb blast.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: World Wars GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Extreme-event materials, Pg2

Researchers discover a unique metal alloy with a novel crystal structure, formed by the extreme heat of the Hiroshima atomic bomb blast.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Governance GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

Indian scientific institutions face brain drain as scientists resign over bureaucratic hurdles and lack of professional dignity, impacting national research and development.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Governance GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

Indian scientific institutions face brain drain as scientists resign over bureaucratic hurdles and lack of professional dignity, impacting national research and development.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure GS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms GS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Distress and dispute, Pg6

Monsoon failure exacerbates Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, as states struggle with distress-sharing formula despite CWMA directives.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure GS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms GS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Distress and dispute, Pg6

Monsoon failure exacerbates Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, as states struggle with distress-sharing formula despite CWMA directives.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Government Budgeting

Strong Health Systems For All With Better Public Spending, Pg6

Global health aid cuts and rising debt strain LMIC health budgets; article urges better spending, strategic investments, and governance for robust public health systems.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Government Budgeting

Strong Health Systems For All With Better Public Spending, Pg6

Global health aid cuts and rising debt strain LMIC health budgets; article urges better spending, strategic investments, and governance for robust public health systems.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: Vulnerable Sections

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Supreme Court's landmark judgment recognizes sex workers' constitutional rights, rejects forced rescues, and mandates consent inquiry, challenging decades of anti-trafficking discourse.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: Vulnerable Sections

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Supreme Court's landmark judgment recognizes sex workers' constitutional rights, rejects forced rescues, and mandates consent inquiry, challenging decades of anti-trafficking discourse.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Disaster Management GS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Europe’s relentless summer leads to unprecedented wildfires, Pg7

Europe faces unprecedented wildfires, particularly in France and Spain, driven by relentless heatwaves and climate change, displacing thousands and surpassing previous records.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Disaster Management GS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Europe’s relentless summer leads to unprecedented wildfires, Pg7

Europe faces unprecedented wildfires, particularly in France and Spain, driven by relentless heatwaves and climate change, displacing thousands and surpassing previous records.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Health Sector

Why does Kerala report a high leptospirosis burden?, Pg8

Kerala faces a high leptospirosis burden with 50 deaths in July, driven by unique environmental factors, late diagnosis, and poor compliance with prophylaxis.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Health Sector

Why does Kerala report a high leptospirosis burden?, Pg8

Kerala faces a high leptospirosis burden with 50 deaths in July, driven by unique environmental factors, late diagnosis, and poor compliance with prophylaxis.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Education Sector

Why are govt. schools shutting down?, Pg8

NITI Aayog report reveals 94,000 government schools closed over a decade, impacting 2.26 crore children, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Education Sector

Why are govt. schools shutting down?, Pg8

NITI Aayog report reveals 94,000 government schools closed over a decade, impacting 2.26 crore children, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Why are people turning to social media for childbirth advice?, Pg9

Unvetted social media childbirth advice leads to fatal complications for mothers and newborns, highlighting urgent need for platform regulation and public health awareness.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Why are people turning to social media for childbirth advice?, Pg9

Unvetted social media childbirth advice leads to fatal complications for mothers and newborns, highlighting urgent need for platform regulation and public health awareness.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A lepidoptera hotspot, India is home to 8.25% of the world’s butterflies, moths, Pg12

Zoological Survey of India scientists publish monumental catalogue of 13,703 lepidoptera species, positioning India as a megadiverse nation with 8.25% of global diversity.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A lepidoptera hotspot, India is home to 8.25% of the world’s butterflies, moths, Pg12

Zoological Survey of India scientists publish monumental catalogue of 13,703 lepidoptera species, positioning India as a megadiverse nation with 8.25% of global diversity.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

FPIs reverse 4-month selling trend with ₹20,200 cr. inflow, Pg12

Foreign Portfolio Investors inject ₹20,200 crore into Indian equities in July, reversing four-month selling trend amid improved valuations and earnings.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

FPIs reverse 4-month selling trend with ₹20,200 cr. inflow, Pg12

Foreign Portfolio Investors inject ₹20,200 crore into Indian equities in July, reversing four-month selling trend amid improved valuations and earnings.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Health Sector

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’

PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', a 100-week national campaign to combat drug abuse among youth for a developed India.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Health Sector

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’

PM Modi launches 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', a 100-week national campaign to combat drug abuse among youth for a developed India.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Commercial Coal Mining: Fuelling India's Journey Towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat

India's commercial coal mining reforms, launched in 2020, significantly boost domestic production, generate substantial revenue, and enhance energy security, driving Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Commercial Coal Mining: Fuelling India's Journey Towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat

India's commercial coal mining reforms, launched in 2020, significantly boost domestic production, generate substantial revenue, and enhance energy security, driving Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Coal Production in the Country Grows 7.51% YoY in July, 2026

India's coal production surged 7.51% to 69.75 MT in July 2026, with dispatch growing 17.34%, boosting energy security.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Coal Production in the Country Grows 7.51% YoY in July, 2026

India's coal production surged 7.51% to 69.75 MT in July 2026, with dispatch growing 17.34%, boosting energy security.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections

No Manual Scavengers Identified in Fresh Survey Conducted Under MS Act, 2013: Government

Government claims no manual scavengers identified in new survey under MS Act, 2013, while promoting NAMASTE scheme for sanitation workers' welfare.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS1: Poverty and Developmental Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections

No Manual Scavengers Identified in Fresh Survey Conducted Under MS Act, 2013: Government

Government claims no manual scavengers identified in new survey under MS Act, 2013, while promoting NAMASTE scheme for sanitation workers' welfare.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India's Solar Growth Enters a New Era

India boosts solar capacity with PM-SSY, targeting 5,000 MW floating solar and storage, driving clean energy transition and global leadership.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India's Solar Growth Enters a New Era

India boosts solar capacity with PM-SSY, targeting 5,000 MW floating solar and storage, driving clean energy transition and global leadership.

Today's News Analysis

As ceasefire teetered, Tehran plotted wider war via proxies, Pg2

As ceasefire teetered, Tehran plotted wider war via proxies, Pg2

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

2 helicopters collide as Greece battles wildfires; Hungary shuts n-plant, Pg2

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

3.9 lakh cases pending, Centre tells states to set up special courts for drug crimes, Pg3

Air pollution in Capital accelerating Humayun’s Tomb decay: IIT study, Pg5

Air pollution in Capital accelerating Humayun’s Tomb decay: IIT study, Pg5

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Translocate, Keep In Enclosures: Chhattisgarh Bid To Save Its Wild Buffaloes From Extinction, Pg9

Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas, Pg10

Next conservation challenge lies beyond protected areas, Pg10

Between growth haves, have-nots, mind the lag, Pg10

Between growth haves, have-nots, mind the lag, Pg10

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

Rethink Welfare — Citizens Are More Than Labharthis, Pg11

A New Compact Between AI & Agriculture: An Andhra Pradesh Opportunity, Pg11

A New Compact Between AI & Agriculture: An Andhra Pradesh Opportunity, Pg11

RBI Policy Panel Likely To Keep Interest Rates Unchanged On August 5, Pg12

RBI Policy Panel Likely To Keep Interest Rates Unchanged On August 5, Pg12

OPEC+ agrees oil hike from September, Pg12

OPEC+ agrees oil hike from September, Pg12

Chinese FDI down to just Rs 1 cr in FY26, Pg12

Chinese FDI down to just Rs 1 cr in FY26, Pg12

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

For Doxxing Victims In India, A Patchwork Of Laws To Navigate, Pg13

For Doxxing Victims In India, A Patchwork Of Laws To Navigate, Pg13

What makes Kerala particularly vulnerable to landslides, Pg13

What makes Kerala particularly vulnerable to landslides, Pg13

PM launches drive to curb drug abuse among youth, Pg1

PM launches drive to curb drug abuse among youth, Pg1

Extreme-event materials, Pg2

Extreme-event materials, Pg2

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

Distress and dispute, Pg6

Distress and dispute, Pg6

Strong Health Systems For All With Better Public Spending, Pg6

Strong Health Systems For All With Better Public Spending, Pg6

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Analysing the SC’s judgment on sex work, Pg7

Europe’s relentless summer leads to unprecedented wildfires, Pg7

Europe’s relentless summer leads to unprecedented wildfires, Pg7

Why does Kerala report a high leptospirosis burden?, Pg8

Why does Kerala report a high leptospirosis burden?, Pg8

Why are govt. schools shutting down?, Pg8

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