THE HINDU — शनिवार, 29 अगस्त 2026

15 परीक्षा-केंद्रित करेंट अफेयर्स ब्रीफ़, विश्लेषण, मुख्य बिंदु, अंग्रेज़ी शब्दावली और UPSC व राज्य PSC अभ्यर्थियों के लिए जीके के साथ।

1.Environment

Centre to replace 2 lakh buses and trucks with cleaner vehicles

The Union government aims to replace 2 lakh old, polluting vehicles with BS-VI or electric vehicles under the PARIVARTAN scheme, with tax waivers and incentives to accelerate the shift to cleaner transport.

2.Society

Delhi government to set up recreation centres for senior citizens

The Delhi government plans to set up 22.4 lakh recreation centres for senior citizens under the 'Vayo Anand' scheme, offering facilities like indoor games and social engagement.

3.Environment

Centre to replace old vehicles with cleaner ones under PARIVARTAN scheme

The Union government is implementing the PARIVARTAN scheme to replace old, polluting vehicles with BS-VI or electric vehicles, with tax incentives and subsidies for buyers.

4.Polity

Puducherry Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari’s Warning on Statehood

Puducherry Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari warns against the ‘azadi’ slogan and calls for a final reckoning on the Statehood issue.

5.Polity

Karnataka Ministers Resign Over Marathi Rule

Karnataka Ministers Sukumara Kurup and B. Nagendra have resigned over the government's decision to relax Marathi rule, sparking controversy.

6.Polity

Kerala Government to Examine Recruitment Through KPSC

Kerala government will examine recruitment made through the KPSC every three years to ensure adequate representation of backward sections.

7.Polity

Congress Accuses Publisher of Government Pressure on Gandhi’s Memoir

Congress leaders question Penguin Random House India’s decision to remove sections of Sonia Gandhi’s memoir, alleging it is a ‘murder of democracy’ and a compromise of editorial independence.

8.Economy

India Eases Norms for Export of Defence Items

The Ministry of Defence has eased export norms for non-lethal defence items, allowing Indian companies to access international markets faster.

9.Environment

Nepal-China Glacial Lake Formation and Flood

Nepal and China report new glacial lakes forming near the Nepal-Tibet border, triggering flash floods. India sends relief efforts.

10.International

India-China Joint Relief Efforts for Nepal Floods

India and China collaborate to provide relief to Nepal after flash floods, with India sending humanitarian aid and expert teams.

11.Schemes

Task Force Recommends e-KYC Verification for Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards

A high-powered task force has been constituted to recommend reforms for the Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards, focusing on e-KYC verification and examination reforms.

12.Society

OBC Creamy Layer Income Test Issue Stuck Between Ministries

The issue of applying the income test for OBC creamy layer exclusion is stuck between the Ministry of Personnel and the Social Justice Ministry, leading to confusion and delays.

13.International

Bangladesh Considers Joining Mecca Pact

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister says accession to the Mecca Pact is not currently under discussion, but the government will consider it if the interests of the country and its people are prioritized.

14.Sports

Praggnanandhaa wins Grand Chess Tour title

Praggnanandhaa, a 21-year-old Indian, wins the prestigious Grand Chess Tour title, becoming the first Indian to do so.

15.Sports

Velavan Senthilkumar wins Budapest Squash Open

Velavan Senthilkumar, an Indian squash player, wins the Budapest Squash Open tournament.

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