Daily briefing
Current Affairs — Saturday, 11 July 2026
Daily current affairs for UPSC on Saturday, 11 July 2026, with Prelims facts, Mains themes, and a quiz to test yourself.
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Mains themes
- UPSC can ask about the constitutional and legal basis for removing or suspending Ministers, the role of Parliament in amending the Constitution, and the policy trade-off between public accountability and possible misuse of investigative powers. The issue also links criminal justice reform with governance ethics and federal politics.
- UPSC can ask why aggregate declines in terrorism do not necessarily mean improved security, and how border management, governance failures, and online radicalisation shape modern terrorism trends.
- UPSC may test the proposed shift from multiple statutory regulators to a single apex body, and may ask whether the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 balances regulatory uniformity with autonomy for Institutes of National Importance and Institutes of Eminence.
- Suspend, not remove, high functionaries: JPCJoint Parliamentary Committee on the Constitution (One Hundred and Thirtieth Amendment) Bill recommends suspension, not automatic removal, of a Prime Minister, Chief Minister, or Minister after 30 continuous days in judicial custody.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Terrorism’s data retreat hides emerging global threatsEditorial argues that global terrorism is concentrating in fragile states, borderlands, and online radicalisation networks rather than disappearing.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- IITs and IIMs push back against VBSA norms / Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025Institutes of National Importance, including Indian Institutes of Technology and Indian Institutes of Management, are seeking exemption from several provisions of the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Tribals escalate protest against Ken-Betwa river-linking project; demand higher rehabilitation packageTribal villagers in Chhatarpur district intensified protests against rehabilitation terms linked to the Ken-Betwa river-linking project and two related irrigation projects.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Congress questions government on Ram Temple donation theftCongress has alleged misappropriation of donations and offerings linked to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust and pressed for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into evidence preservation and trust finances.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Gender gap in higher education narrows: Women’s enrollment rises, but pathways to jobs remain unequalAISHE 2023–24 data show that women’s enrolment in higher education has risen faster than men’s, but the pathway from campus to paid work remains unequal because of occupational segregation, low female labour force participation, and institutional gender gaps.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Ukrainian drones hit southern Russian refineries and Azov portUkrainian drone strikes damaged oil refineries and port facilities in southern Russia, while Russian authorities reported large-scale interceptions and fuel-supply strain.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- With hammer and pole, Anushka Yadav and Sindhushree break barriersTwo Indian athletes used national-record performances in Bhubaneswar to secure Asian Games berths, while the feature also highlights equipment gaps, coaching constraints, and India’s anti-doping challenges in athletics.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Indian mission in touch with Sri Lanka prison riot victim’s family; investigation under wayIndia’s mission in Colombo is coordinating with Sri Lankan authorities after an Indian prisoner died in the Negombo Prison riots, while Sri Lanka has opened multiple probes into the violence and prison overcrowding.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Uncertain flight of Parandur airport projectTamil Nadu has paused the proposed Parandur greenfield airport project, reviving the debate over airport-led growth, displacement, and wetland protection in the Chennai region.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS1 - 11 Jul 2026
- CJI-led Bench to hear Ayodhya donations theft case on Monday (separate petitions)Supreme Court to hear three petitions on alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations, including demands for financial disclosure, evidence preservation, and a probeThe Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- A future of financial health for every IndianQueen Máxima links India’s digital public infrastructure, pensions, insurance, and data systems to a broader agenda of financial health.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Fix the house: Governments should regulate social media platforms, not usersThe Hindu editorial argues that governments should regulate social media platforms, not users.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Telangana SIR: up to 30% of electorate faces closer scrutinySpecial Intensive Revision in Telangana has flagged a large share of electors for scrutiny because Booth Level Officer verification found unmapped voters and data mismatches in enumeration forms.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- War of words erupts over Dalit student’s murder in MeerutMeerut murder-triggered protests raise questions on police response, right to protest, and political handling of Dalit grievancesThe Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- No free bus travel for women without Saheli cards from August 1Delhi will require the Saheli Pink National Common Mobility Card for free travel on Delhi Transport Corporation buses from August 1.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- TAG of Empowered Technology Group (ETG) meets; roadmap for telecom R&D and proposal for “Communication Technology Task Force”Technology Advisory Group under the Empowered Technology Group discussed a national roadmap for telecom research and proposed a Communication Technology Task Force to coordinate indigenous capabilities, standards, manufacturing, and commercialisation.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- MoEFCC inaugurates Centre of Excellence on Human–Wildlife Conflict at WII-SACON; launches National Human–Wildlife Conflict PortalIndia launches a national research and digital platform for managing human–wildlife conflict through science, technology and community-based prevention.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme – Q&A (clarifications and FAQs)PIB clarifies India’s Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme, focusing on E20 rollout, vehicle compatibility, fuel economics and emissionsPIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Amit Shah and Sarbananda Sonowal review progress on establishing Bureau of Port Security (BoPS)Government review of the proposed Bureau of Port Security adds a dedicated institutional layer for port and ship security, with emphasis on trained private security, container scanning, and cyber security.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- EU warns Meta over ‘addictive design’The European Union has issued a preliminary warning to Meta over design features on Facebook and Instagram that may encourage excessive use.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Sheikh Hasina plans return to Bangladesh around December, says she will surrenderSheikh Hasina, living in exile in India, says she will return to Bangladesh around December, surrender, and face court despite a death sentence and a ban on her Awami League party.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Submit voice sample by July 15, court tells Abhishek BanerjeeCalcutta High Court directs Abhishek Banerjee to submit voice sample by 15 July in a criminal case linked to alleged intimidating comments during the 2026 West Bengal Assembly election campaign.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Women’s hockey: India keeps faith in tried and tested for Asian GamesIndia’s women’s hockey squad for the Asian Games stays close to the Nations Cup-winning core, with only minor changes in attack as the team targets Olympic qualification through a gold-medal finish at Aichi-Nagoya.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- India lays out tariffs and quotas for U.K. vehicles under trade dealThe Directorate General of Foreign Trade has issued quota and tariff schedules for U.K. passenger vehicle imports under the India-U.K. Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- SC pulls up Maharashtra govt. over ‘disturbing’ delays in criminal trialsThe Supreme Court said repeated bail opposition cannot replace the constitutional requirement of a prompt criminal trial.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- AAP raises concern over attacks on ChristiansAAP national spokesperson and MP Sanjay Singh wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over alleged attacks on Christians and called for independent probes and action against misuse of anti-conversion laws.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Catholic body meets Home Minister Shah, flags concerns over FCRA BillThe Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India has opposed proposed FCRA changes that would tighten regulation of foreign-funded religious and charitable organisations.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- NIA files chargesheet against six separatist leaders in 1996 Kashmir mob violence caseNational Investigation Agency files chargesheet in a 1996 Srinagar mob-violence case involving senior Hurriyat Conference leaders.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- HC halts bypolls in 5 constituencies in T.N.The High Court stayed by-elections in five Tamil Nadu constituencies while election petition issues were being examined.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Breakaway faction of AAP merges with BJP, boosts MCD strengthDelhi municipal politics shifted after the Indraprastha Vikas Party joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, improving the BJP’s position inside the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Indian Navy inducts indigenous stealth frigate Mahendragiri (Project 17A) into Eastern FleetProject 17A frigate Mahendragiri joins the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet, highlighting indigenous warship design, stealth capability, and maritime security roles in the Indian Ocean Region.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme: PIB FAQ on E20 rollout, vehicle compatibility, pricing and impactsThe Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued a clarification on the Ethanol Blended Petrol programme, covering E20 rollout, vehicle compatibility, pricing, and claimed environmental benefits.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- 7th Meeting of Governing Body of National CAMPA chaired by Union Minister Bhupendra YadavNational CAMPA reviewed fund use, digital monitoring systems, and new conservation schemes at its 7th Governing Body meeting.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Government notifies mandatory TReDS settlement of all MSME invoices by operating Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises has made TReDS mandatory for settlement of invoices by operating CPSEs for MSME suppliers.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Asunta Lakra seeks Sports Ministry’s intervention over alleged harassment protection in hockeyFormer India women’s hockey captain Asunta Lakra has asked the Sports Ministry to intervene in allegations of harassment, intimidation, and victimisation within hockey administration.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Over 22 kg India-bound cocaine seized by U.S. officials in MiamiU.S. Customs and Border Protection seized more than 22 kg of cocaine hydrochloride hidden in an air cargo shipment reportedly bound for India.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Burnham on the verge of becoming U.K. PMAndy Burnham’s reported rise in the Labour Party leadership contest could place a devolution-minded politician on course to become the next United Kingdom Prime Minister.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Tamil Nadu: C. Joseph Vijay blames police for Karur stampede; announces memorial; says police had power to cancel crowd eventsKarur stampede controversy revives questions on political rally safety, police crowd-control powers, and administrative accountability in Tamil NaduThe Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Needed: constant vigilance (anti-doping warning)Editorial warning on India’s anti-doping risk in athletics before major international eventsThe Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Israel shared intelligence with the U.S. about ‘new’ Iran plan to assassinate Donald Trump: reportsU.S. media reports say Israel shared intelligence with the United States about a newly described Iranian plan to assassinate President Donald Trump.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- AAP demands strict action in Ram Temple donation row (signature campaign)Aam Aadmi Party launches a pan-India signature campaign over allegations of theft of Ram Temple donations and demands strict punishment for the accused.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- ‘United for Punjab’: Channi camp to meet Bhupesh Baghel todayCongress leaders in Punjab are trying to project unity ahead of the 2027 Assembly election, with a planned meeting between Charanjit Singh Channi and Punjab Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Gupta writes to Gadkari, seeks NH status for city’s Mandi RoadDelhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has asked the Union government to notify Mandi Road in south Delhi as a National Highway and place its development under the National Highways Authority of India.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- BCCI to Review Recent White-Ball SetbacksThe Board of Control for Cricket in India plans a post-tour review of India’s recent white-ball losses to assess team balance, selection, and overseas performance.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- In Brief: EU warns Meta over ‘addictive design’ (teaser visible in header strip)The European Union has warned Meta over alleged addictive design in its digital products, highlighting growing scrutiny of platform design and user welfare.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Amit Shah directs strengthening of security at fishing harbours and fish landing centres; promotes ISRO’s Nabhmitra appUnion Home Minister Amit Shah asked the Department of Fisheries to improve security at fish landing centres and expand use of ISRO's Nabhmitra app among fishermen.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Textile Waste Innovation Challenge – ‘What Is It Made Of?’The Ministry of Textiles will launch a national challenge to crowdsource solutions for textile waste on 20 July 2026.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Ministry of Textiles to Organise ‘Weave The Future 4.0 – Upcycling Edition’ at Dilli HaatThe Ministry of Textiles will hold a five-day textile sustainability event in New Delhi and launch a national textile waste innovation challenge.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- India’s Women’s Hockey Squad Keeps Faith in Tried and Tested Core for Asian GamesIndia selected a largely unchanged 20-member women’s hockey squad for the Asian Games, retaining its core after winning the FIH Nations Cup.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Asunta Lakra Seeks Sports Ministry’s InterventionFormer India hockey captain Asunta Lakra has sought government intervention over allegations of sexual harassment, intimidation, and victimisation of women players.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- ED attaches/seizes/frees properties worth about ₹3,800 crore in Mahadev Online betting case; attachment order of ₹940.77 croreThe Enforcement Directorate said it has increased the value of assets attached, seized, or frozen in the Mahadev Online betting case to about ₹3,800 crore.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Bihar CM transfers ₹1,423.94 crore to 97.84 lakh pensioners via DBT; 10th to be “Bihar Pension Day”Bihar transferred ₹1,423.94 crore through Direct Benefit Transfer to 97.84 lakh social security pensioners and announced the 10th of every month as Bihar Pension Day.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- U.S. agrees to continue Iran talks but ceasefire is ‘over’, says TrumpPresident Donald Trump said the United States will keep talks with Iran going even as the ceasefire is no longer in force.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Mysterious strikes target Iran after U.S. air attacksMultiple unclaimed strikes were reported in southern Iran after the United States said it had completed attacks on Iran.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- SBI sells 1.42% stake in SBIFM via pre-IPO placement for ₹1,655 croreState Bank of India sold 1.42% of SBI Funds Management Ltd. to 30 investors before the company’s proposed initial public offering.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Indian Bank June quarter net profit rises 10% to ₹3,273 croreIndian Bank said its June quarter FY27 net profit increased to ₹3,273 crore, supported by higher net interest income, advances, and deposits.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Industry players hail revival of Black Pepper FuturesSEBI-regulated NCDEX will relaunch Black Pepper Futures from 15 July, with Kochi as the delivery and pricing centre.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- AEL, Dioxycle tie up for low-carbon chemical manufacturingAdani Enterprises Limited and Dioxycle have signed a long-term agreement to pilot low-carbon formic acid production in India using captured carbon dioxide and renewable electricity.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Equity MF inflows see 26.5% surge in JuneEquity mutual fund inflows rose to ₹28,973 crore in June, reversing the previous month’s decline and lifting SIP account counts to 10.5 crore.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- NMDC slashes iron ore lump prices by ₹250 a tonneNMDC has cut iron ore lump and fines prices effective 10 July, with this being the fourth revision in the same fiscal period.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- No app can block calls from 1600 number series: TRAITRAI said calls from the 1600 series cannot be blocked by apps, while promotional calls from the 140 series can be blocked only through the DND registry.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Kashmir colleges in a fix over ‘objectionable’ books to screenKashmir University and Valley colleges have begun screening books after official directions to remove material seen as anti-India or pro-separatist.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Govt. amends rules to regulate drugs containing alcoholThe Union Health Ministry has removed licensing exemption for some alcohol-heavy medicines and brought them under prescription control.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- 4 ‘gangsters’ shot dead in Gurugram; police say they planned extortion target attackGurugram police said four alleged gang members died and one was injured during an exchange of fire near a businessman’s home after an alleged extortion-linked attack was foiled.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Bihar govt. to sack 3,000 teachers with fake degreesBihar said it will dismiss over 3,000 school teachers accused of using forged degrees and certificates in recruitment between 2006 and 2015.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Congress urges NDA State governments to resist Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan BillCongress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said NDA-ruled states should oppose the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill during the Monsoon Session.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Govt. defends E20, says fuel economy may fallThe Union government said E20 ethanol-blended petrol can cost more than petrol at current crude prices, while arguing that the blending programme has reduced exposure to oil-price volatility.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Man hurls papers at SC Bench after incoherent addressThe Supreme Court declined to initiate action after a petitioner threw papers at the bench during proceedings and gave an incoherent address.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Couple arrested in Manipur over killing of six Naga personsA joint team arrested two accused in connection with the killing of six Liangmai Naga civilians in Kangpokpi district, Manipur.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Police freeze 12 Trinamool accounts with ₹1,000 croreWest Bengal police have frozen 12 more Trinamool Congress-linked bank accounts, taking the disputed deposits to over ₹1,000 crore, amid parallel Enforcement Directorate action and Calcutta High Court oversight.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Modi in New Zealand on final leg of three-nation visit; talks with Luxon and addresses diasporaPrime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting New Zealand on the final leg of a three-nation tour, with bilateral talks and diaspora outreach scheduled in Auckland.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Letters to the Editor (responses to earlier editorial items)Readers argue that child-online safety, helmet enforcement, and cross-border dialogue need practical implementation, not only declaratory rules.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Parents’ body seeks probe into teachers’ appointments at Jaipur schoolA parents’ group has sought an independent probe into alleged irregularities in teacher appointments and child-safety compliance at a Jaipur school after a student’s death by suicide.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Kerala HC lifts police protection for viral Kumbh Mela womanThe Kerala High Court withdrew police protection for a woman after being informed that she and her husband were not reachable and were wanted by Madhya Pradesh Police.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Conservation projects for river dolphins and three other species approvedCAMPA approved four species-focused conservation projects for river dolphins, snow leopards, wild water buffalo and the Indian rhinoceros.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- A.P. plans task force to fight cybercrimeThe Andhra Pradesh Cabinet ordered a dedicated police task force and senior officer oversight to tackle cybercrime, fake news, and defamatory social media content.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- GBA moves SC to postpone civic elections in BengaluruThe Greater Bengaluru Authority has asked the Supreme Court for four more months to hold civic polls in 369 wards, citing disruption from electoral roll revision.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Southern States to set up anti-drug coordination mechanismKerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Puducherry will create a standing inter-state mechanism for anti-drug surveillance and joint intelligence-sharing.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- National Conference urges INDIA bloc and J&K leaders to join July 20 Jantar Mantar protest on statehood and constitutional guarantees; BJP to counter on employmentThe National Conference has called for a July 20 protest in New Delhi over Jammu and Kashmir statehood and constitutional guarantees, while the Bharatiya Janata Party plans a counter-agitation on employment in the Union Territory.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Bengal rape-murder: 5 more held for mob violence; investigation sought into encounterWest Bengal police said five more people were arrested in connection with mob violence after the alleged rape-murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur, while the Criminal Investigation Department examined an encounter death linked to the case.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- MCD issues notice to architect over Rohini building collapseMCD has issued a show-cause notice to the architect who sanctioned a plan for a four-storey building that collapsed in Rohini Sector 16, killing three people.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Court defers proceedings in Shraddha Walkar murder caseA Delhi court delayed prosecution evidence in the Shraddha Walkar murder trial after granting the accused exemption to sit for an M.A. examination in Tihar Jail.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Ashwani Kumar says film “Satluj” reopens Punjab militancy wounds; sudden ban may be counterproductiveFormer Union Law Minister Ashwani Kumar said controversy around the OTT film “Satluj” has revived debates on Punjab’s militancy era and the limits of censorship.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Centre defends E20, admits fuel economy may reduce by 3%-5%The Union government says E20 petrol may reduce fuel efficiency by 3% to 5% in some vehicles while arguing it has policy and environmental benefits.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- HC halts bypolls in 5 T.N. Assembly constituenciesThe Madras High Court has stayed notification of bypolls to five Tamil Nadu Assembly constituencies until 31 July because election challenges to the earlier winners are still pending.The Hindu - The Hindu · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Gazette notification enables Aadhaar authentication for SECL CSR initiative 'SECL Ke Sushrut'The Ministry of Coal has notified Aadhaar authentication for beneficiaries of South Eastern Coalfields Limited's CSR scheme, SECL Ke Sushrut.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Department of Commerce holds Chintan Shivir to strengthen India’s electronics manufacturing and export competitivenessThe Department of Commerce convened industry and government stakeholders to discuss policy steps for making India a more competitive electronics manufacturing and export hub.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- DoT signs MoU with TSDSI under TDIP scheme to strengthen India’s telecom standards ecosystem for 6GThe Department of Telecommunications signed an MoU with TSDSI under the TDIP scheme to expand India’s role in global telecom standard-setting for 5G Advanced and 6G.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- Addendum signed for implementing Amended BharatNet Programme in Gujarat under the State-led modelDigital Bharat Nidhi, Gujarat government, GFGNL and BSNL signed an addendum to implement the Amended BharatNet Programme in Gujarat under a State-led model.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Surat ITI Cluster, Gujarat approved under PM-SETU with AM/NS India as Anchor Industry PartnerThe Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship approved the Surat ITI Cluster in Gujarat under the PM-SETU scheme with AM/NS India as the anchor industry partner.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- IAS mid-career training under Mission Karmayogi: focus on continuous learning, citizen-centric governance and tech-enabled reformsDr. Jitendra Singh urged IAS officers to treat Mission Karmayogi training as a platform for continuous learning, cross-cadre exchange and citizen-centric reform.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- DoP and TRAI sign MoU for nationwide app-based mobile network performance survey across 5.68 lakh villagesThe Department of Posts and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India will use a mobile app and rural postal staff to survey telecom network performance in villages nationwide.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Bids opened for 15th round of Commercial Coal Blocks’ AuctionThe Ministry of Coal opened bids for the 15th round of Commercial Coal Blocks Auction along with the 2nd attempt of the 13th and 14th tranches.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- FIU-IND case on large-scale cyber fraud wins Runner-up at Best Egmont Case Award (BECA) 2026Financial Intelligence Unit-India received runner-up recognition at the Egmont Group’s Best Egmont Case Award 2026 for a cyber-fraud-linked money laundering case.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- MoU signed between Sports Injury Centre (Safdarjung Hospital) and Sports Authority of India to strengthen sports medicine and athlete careThe Sports Injury Centre at Safdarjung Hospital and the Sports Authority of India have signed an MoU to expand sports medicine, research, and athlete healthcare support.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Government exempts IFSC GIFT City units from licensing for chartering foreign vessels under Coastal Shipping Act, 2025The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has removed licensing for eligible IFSC GIFT City units chartering foreign vessels for EXIM and international trade operations.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Kolkata Metro achieves TBM breakthrough on Purple Line (Joka–Esplanade corridor)Kolkata Metro’s Purple Line completed an underground tunnel drive between Khidderpore and Victoria using TBM “Durga”.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026
- National Mass Pledge Against Drug Abuse on 18 August 2026 to mark 6th anniversary of Nasha Mukt Bharat AbhiyaanThe Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has announced a nationwide mass pledge on 18 August 2026 to mark six years of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.PIB - PIB · GS2 - 11 Jul 2026
- Department of Commerce reviews Andhra Pradesh FCV tobacco marketing season 2025–26The Department of Commerce reviewed the 2025–26 FCV tobacco marketing season in Andhra Pradesh and discussed procurement, exports, and sector reforms.PIB - PIB · GS3 - 11 Jul 2026