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NAMASTE Scheme Expansion 2026: Rural Coverage Proposed Amid High Subsidies Rejections

22-Aug-2026

The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has submitted a proposal to expand the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme beyond urban centers into rural India. The initiative aims to eradicate sewer and septic tank deaths by modernising sanitation work nationwide.

India–Japan Defence Cooperation: Maritime Security MoA and Indo-Pacific Partnership

22-Aug-2026

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi held a bilateral defence dialogue in New Delhi during Koizumi’s maiden visit to India.

Supreme Court Modifies ‘Industry’ Definition: Bangalore Water Supply Case & Triple Test Explained

21-Aug-2026

A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court has modified the broad interpretation of the term “industry” laid down in the landmark Bangalore Water Supply & Sewerage Board v. R. Rajappa (1978) judgment.

31st Southern Zonal Council Meeting: Members, Functions, Composition and Significance

21-Aug-2026

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah chaired the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council (SZC) on August 20, 2026, in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. The meeting brought together representatives of southern states and Union Territories to discuss important Centre-State and inter-State issues and strengthen regional cooperation.

World Senior Citizens' Day 2026: History, Significance, Senior Citizens’ Rights, Government Schemes and Challenges

21-Aug-2026

World Senior Citizens' Day is observed every year on 21 August to honour older adults for their achievements and contributions, and to draw attention to the challenges they face in health, financial security, dignity, and social inclusion.

Kuril Islands Dispute: History, Strategic Importance and Why Japan Opposes Russia

21-Aug-2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Iturup Island in the disputed Kuril Islands on August 13, 2026, triggering strong protests from Japan.

Space Telescopes and Exoplanet Exploration

21-Aug-2026

The study of exoplanets—planets orbiting stars outside our Solar System—has entered a new phase

World Humanitarian Day 2026: Theme, Geneva Conventions, IHL and India’s HADR Operations

20-Aug-2026

The world observed World Humanitarian Day on 19 August 2026. This year's global campaign is built around the theme "Families of Fallen Humanitarians", while the World Health Organization used the occasion to renew its call for greater protection of health care in conflict zones.

Tamil Nadu Third-Child Maternity Leave: Constitutional Provisions, Significance and Challenges

20-Aug-2026

On 18 August 2026, the Tamil Nadu government announced in the state Legislative Assembly that women government employees having a third child will now be entitled to 365 days (one year) of maternity leave, up from the existing 12 weeks.

Snakebite Now a Notifiable Disease in Maharashtra: What Is a Notifiable Disease and Why Does It Matter?

20-Aug-2026

The Maharashtra Public Health Department has declared snakebite a “notifiable disease”, making it mandatory for government and private hospitals, medical colleges and medical practitioners to report suspected, probable and confirmed snakebite cases, as well as deaths caused by snakebites.

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