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Delhi–RBI MoU for Banking and Debt Management Framework

Delhi–RBI MoU for Banking and Debt Management Framework General Studies Paper III: Banking Sector & NBFCs, Government Agreements  Why in News?  Recently, the Delhi Government entered into a landmark agreement with the Reserve Bank of India by signing a Memorandum of Understanding that places the national capital within RBI’s comprehensive banking and debt management framework, […]

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Indian Army Declares 2026 as the Year of Networking and Data

Indian Army Declares 2026 as the Year of Networking and Data General Studies Paper III: Security Challenges & their Management in Border Areas, Growth & Development Why in News?  Recently, the Indian Army has declared 2026 as the “Year of Networking & Data Centricity,” marking a strategic shift toward enhanced digital integration. This initiative aims

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Delhi to Mandate Reporting of Human Rabies Cases

Delhi to Mandate Reporting of Human Rabies Cases General Studies Paper III: Health, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News?  To eliminate deaths from dog-mediated rabies, the Delhi government is set to declare human rabies a notifiable disease under the Epidemic Diseases Act. This mandate aims to streamline medical responses and track rabies trends to

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Mukesh Singh Appointed as DGP of Ladakh

Mukesh Singh Appointed as DGP of Ladakh General Studies Paper I: Appointments, Important Personalities  Why in News?  Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed senior IPS officer Mukesh Singh as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for Ladakh, effective immediately, following his repatriation from central deputation. He replaces S.D. Singh Jamwal, who

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Sapphire Foods and Devyani International Move Toward Strategic Merger

Sapphire Foods and Devyani International Move Toward Strategic Merger General Studies Paper II: Business  Why in News?  On January 1, 2026, Sapphire Foods India Limited and Devyani International Limited announced an agreement to merge their operations in an all-stock deal valued at approximately $934 million, creating a dominant force in the Indian QSR market by

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India on Track for a $26 Trillion Economy by 2047– 48

India on Track for a $26 Trillion Economy by 2047– 48 General Studies Paper II: Government policies and interventions, Development and Progress Why in News?  According to recent projections of Ernst & Young (EY) report, India is steadily advancing toward a historic economic milestone. By 2047–48, the country is expected to emerge as a $26

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GST Revenue Records Steady Growth in December at ₹1.75 Lakh Crore

GST Revenue Records Steady Growth in December at ₹1.75 Lakh Crore General Studies Paper II: Government policies and interventions, Development and Progress Why in News?  India’s gross GST collections in December 2025 rose 6.1% year-on-year to Rs 1.75 lakh crore, reflecting sustained fiscal strength. The rise highlights resilient domestic demand and robust import-linked revenues. Highlights

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DRDO Successfully Conducted Salvo Launch of Pralay Missiles

DRDO Successfully Conducted Salvo Launch of Pralay Missiles General Studies Paper II: Government policies and interventions, Defence Technology  Why in News?  Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted the salvo launch capability of the indigenously developed Pralay missile. This achievement highlights the system’s operational reliability and growing maturity within India’s advanced

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Government Raises Excise Duty on Tobacco Products

Government Raises Excise Duty on Tobacco Products General Studies Paper II: Government policies and interventions Why in News?  Recently, the Government of India has announced a significant revision in excise duties on cigarettes and other tobacco products. The new duty structure, notified by the Ministry of Finance, will come into effect from February 1, 2026.

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New Year 2026: History Significance & Global Practices

New Year 2026: History Significance & Global Practices As we stand on the threshold of 2026, excitement and reflection naturally come together. While welcoming the New Year on January 1 feels universal today, its origins are deeply rooted in history. This article explores why January 1 matters, the significance of New Year celebrations, and the

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