TODAYS TOP NEWS
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1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday announced the constitution of a high-powered task force on examination reforms, headed by renowned technology expert Nandan Nilekani. In a video message, PM Modi said the task force will focus on strengthening the examination system, and based on its recommendations, necessary steps will be taken at the earliest to ensure the credibility of future examinations.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 136th edition of his monthly radio program, focusing on Kargil Vijay Diwas tributes, water conservation, and India’s growing defence and space capabilities.
Key Themes and HighlightsKargil Vijay Diwas: Paid homage to the brave soldiers who lost their lives in the 1999 Kargil War.Water Conservation: Urged citizens to turn rainwater harvesting and water preservation into a mass public movement.Defence and Space: Highlighted India’s steady strides in modern defence production and recent space sector milestones like the Vikram-1 launch.Local Innovation & Heritage: Applauded grassroots entrepreneurship, local innovations, and the ongoing promotion of traditional handlooms.
3. The government will introduce the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha today.
4. Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inaugurated the newly constructed District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) building and a new Ima Market (Women’s Market) at Salam Village in Imphal West district.
5. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, the youth of the country have a crucial role in building a Viksit Bharat. He said they are not only the driving force behind a developed India but also its greatest beneficiaries. PM was addressing participants of the Viksit Vibrant Village Programme through video conferencing.
6. The AI Holobox of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was inaugurated at Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya yesterday, offering visitors an immersive experience of his life, leadership and legacy.
7. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi assumed charge as the Education Minister. He was given the charge yesterday following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.
8. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman yesterday inaugurated the new Income Tax Department office complex, ‘Aayakar Sindhu’, at Nariman Point in Mumbai.
9. Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation Limited has synchronised 50,114 rooftop solar connections with the power grid under the Prime Minister’s Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, with a total installed capacity of 180 megawatts.
10. The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a week-long campaign titled “Uttarandhra Kalalaku Rekkalu” ahead of the inauguration of the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 1.
11. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and took detailed stock of the flood situation in Assam.
12. Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers J P Nadda inaugurated the Laghu Udyog Bharati Pharma Conclave 2026 in New Delhi.
13. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy inaugurated the newly constructed Komuravelli Railway Station in Telangana, marking a significant boost for commuters and devotees visiting the Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple.
14. The Union Government has appointed Satya Pal Kumar, a 2005 batch IRS officer belonging to the Income Tax cadre, as the new Director of the FIU (Financial Intelligence Unit).
15. A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify monsoon activity in Odisha from today, with the India Meteorological Department issuing red alerts for several districts.
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LEGAL REPORT
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1. The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has constituted an internal inquiry committee to investigate allegations of irregularities in recruitment of Veterinary Officers. The move comes a day after the Vidhana Soudha Police registered an FIR against KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa S. Sahukar, other officials and 29 selected candidates over alleged corruption and malpractice.
2. The West Bengal government has launched a major crackdown on an illegal extortion racket operating along National Highway-12 in North Bengal. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said five people have been arrested and three police personnel have been suspended in connection with the case.
3. Activist Sonam Wangchuk will be discharged from Medanta Hospital in Gurugram on Monday (July 27, 2026) and will visit Rajghat to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi before leaving for Ladakh.
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In Jammu and Kashmir, authorities have directed that all school buildings found unsafe or damaged due to recent heavy rains be locked immediately and kept out of use until necessary repairs are completed. Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, issued the directions during a review meeting to assess rain-related damage across the Jammu division.
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DEFENCE News
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1. Kargil Diwas observed across the nation by remembering courage & valour of martyrs.
2. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh yesterday reiterated that there will be no talks with Pakistan and any dialogue would focus solely on Pakistan Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, which he described, as an integral part of India illegally occupied by it. The Defence Minister was addressing the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations at Dras in Ladakh.
3. The Research Centre Imarat has floated a Request for Proposal for the modification and refurbishment of the 8×8 PRAHAR launcher to enable integration of a complete communication suite for PRALAY missile launch operations.
27 Jul(Monday)
Vedic Ritu/ Grishma
Drik Ritu : Varsha (Monsoon)
पक्ष :: Shuklapaksh
(In Purnimanta calendar)
Vikram Samvat – 2083
Month : Ashadha 28,
(In Amanta calendar)
Shaka Samvat – 1948
Month : Ashadha 14
Tithi : Trayodashi
Nakshatra:Moola (up to 10:28 am)
Purva Ashadha
Rahu : 07:37 AM – 09:16 AM
Yamaganda : 10:54 AM – 12:33 PM
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