August 2026 Current Affairs
Every update from August 2026. 142 items across 17 days, with sources. Jump to a date, or read the month straight through.
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India marks seventh anniversary of Article 370 abrogation
India marked the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 on Wednesday, commemorating the historic decision to integrate Jammu and Kashmir fully into the union.
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- Exam News
NPCIL invites applications for 255 Stipendiary Trainee and Technician posts
The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL), a premier public sector enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy, has invited online applications for the recruitment of 255 Stipendiary Trainee and Technician vacancies.
- Sports
Wrestlers to appeal trial court decision in Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh case
Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, along with other prominent female athletes, announced on Tuesday plans to appeal against the trial court's acquittal of former Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh.
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Finance Minister introduces Bankers' Books Evidence Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, aiming to update legal guidelines regarding financial records in judicial proceedings.
- Economy
Central government releases ₹1.09 lakh crore additional tax devolution to states
The Central Government announced the release of an additional instalment of tax devolution amounting to ₹1.09 lakh crore to state governments on Tuesday to accelerate developmental and capital expenditure.
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Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin arrested in Thanjavur
Tamil Nadu Youth Welfare and Sports Development Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin was arrested by the Thanjavur police on Tuesday following a public complaint regarding controversial remarks.
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Two firefighters killed in major fire at Noida electronic chip manufacturing unit
Two firefighters lost their lives while combating a major fire that broke out at an electronic chip manufacturing facility in Noida on Tuesday.
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Chandipura virus death toll in Gujarat rises to 22 children during monsoon season
The death toll due to the Chandipura virus (CHPV) outbreak in Gujarat rose to 22 on Tuesday, with the health department confirming new cases in rural areas of the state.
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Ministry of Home Affairs reports extradition of 274 fugitive criminals since 2019
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) reported on Tuesday that 274 fugitive criminals have been extradited or deported back to India from 36 different countries between 2019 and 2026.
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Supreme Court directs states to close cases against peaceful student protesters
The Supreme Court of India directed state governments on Tuesday to close all police cases (FIRs) filed against students involved in recent NEET-UG paper leak protests, provided they are not accused of serious criminal offences.
- Economy
RBI Monetary Policy Committee decision on interest rates expected tomorrow
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is scheduled to announce its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision on interest rates on Wednesday, August 5, concluding its three-day meeting.
- Exam News
Delhi Cantonment Board invites applications for Junior Engineer and Assistant Engineer posts
The Delhi Cantonment Board has invited online applications for the recruitment of Junior Engineer (JE) and Assistant Engineer (AE) vacancies.
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ITBP announces recruitment for 282 Medical Officer vacancies
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) announced the official recruitment notification on Tuesday for 282 Medical Officer positions across various paramilitary forces.
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Gujarat intensifies sandfly control measures after Chandipura virus outbreak
The Gujarat health department has intensified vector control measures across rural districts following the confirmation of 35 Chandipura virus (CHPV) cases.
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PM Modi launches Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat" (Drug-Free Youth for Developed India) campaign, a major national initiative aimed at eliminating drug abuse across the country.
- International
BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group meeting begins in Hyderabad under India's presidency
The BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group meeting commenced in Hyderabad on Tuesday, August 4, under India's presidency, focusing on global cooperation and asset recovery.
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RRB Section Controller online recruitment window open until August 14
The online registration window for the recruitment of 119 Section Controller posts under CEN 03/2026 is active on the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) portal.
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Bharat Electronics Limited invites applications for Project Engineer posts
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has invited online applications for the recruitment of Project Engineers on a contract basis.
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Andhra Pradesh Police recruitment notifications for Constable and SI posts expected soon
The Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (APSLPRB) is widely expected to issue the detailed notifications for Constable, Sub-Inspector (SI), and Jail Warder recruitments by mid-August 2026.
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APCOB 338 Staff Assistant online application window closes on August 7
The online registration window for the recruitment of 338 Staff Assistant and Assistant Manager positions at the Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (APCOB) closes on Friday, August 7, 2026.
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APPSC Group-1 Services official notification expected on August 15
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is expected to release the official recruitment notification for Group-1 Services on August 15, 2026, in line with the recently announced state job calendar.
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AP High Court Law Clerk contract recruitment deadline ends today
The application submission window for the recruitment of contract-based Law Clerks at the High Court of Andhra Pradesh closes on Tuesday, August 4, at 5:00 P.M.
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SVIMS Tirupati invites applications for 236 Staff Nurse and Paramedical posts
Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS), Tirupati, has invited online applications for the recruitment of 236 Staff Nurse positions and 67 paramedical and non-paramedical vacancies.
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Beyond Jharkhand's Exam Crisis: How Central Reforms Show the Path Forward for State Boards
The ongoing indefinite protests by hundreds of students in Ranchi demanding a CBI probe into recruitment exams conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) highlights a growing trust deficit in local state-level recruitment systems, contrasting…
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BPCL invites applications for 154 Technician and Operator posts
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a leading public sector enterprise, has invited online applications for the recruitment of 154 non-management positions, including Technician and Operator roles, at its Kochi Refinery.
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Gujarat government reports active cases and deaths linked to Chandipura virus
The Gujarat health department reported 35 confirmed cases and several fatalities linked to the Chandipura virus (CHPV) during the ongoing monsoon season.
- Science & Tech
Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh declared as India's 101st Ramsar Site
The Union Ministry for Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced that Glaw Lake, a high-altitude freshwater body in Arunachal Pradesh, has been officially designated as India's 101st Ramsar Site of international importance.
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Beyond Jharkhand's Exam Crisis: Why Local Board Protests Point to a National Trust Deficit
The ongoing indefinite protests by hundreds of students in Ranchi demanding a CBI probe into recruitment exams conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) highlights a growing trust deficit in local state recruitment systems.
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Hyderabad hosts BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group meeting
Hyderabad is hosting the BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group meeting on August 4–5, under India's presidency, focusing on international cooperation in asset recovery and transparency.
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Assam government releases ₹160 crore flood relief directly to 75,000 families
The Assam state government released ₹160 crore in interim financial assistance on Monday, transferring funds directly into the bank accounts of over 75,000 families affected by recent monsoon floods.
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Stricter penalties and security rules take effect under new Anti-Paper Leak Law
The new Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, commonly known as the Anti-Paper Leak Law, officially came into force on Monday, introducing strict punishments and security rules to stop recruitment fraud.
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Snow leopard recorded at Dhauladhar sanctuary highlights high-altitude conservation progress
The recent camera-trap recording of a snow leopard inside the Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary in Himachal Pradesh has highlighted the success of high-altitude conservation initiatives in the Western Himalayas.
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RCFL invites applications for 94 Management Trainee posts
Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited (RCFL), a leading Public Sector Undertaking, has invited online applications for the recruitment of 94 Management Trainee vacancies across various engineering and administrative disciplines.
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NITI Aayog report highlights merger and closure of 94,000 government schools
A new report released by NITI Aayog has highlighted that approximately 94,000 government primary schools across India were merged or closed over the last decade under state-level school rationalization programs.
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Cauvery water dispute escalates as Tamil Nadu files petition in Supreme Court
The inter-state dispute over Cauvery river water sharing escalated on Monday as the Tamil Nadu state government filed an urgent petition in the Supreme Court seeking directions to Karnataka for the immediate release of water.
- Defence
4th Tri-Services Future Warfare Course begins in New Delhi
The fourth edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course commenced in New Delhi on Monday, bringing together officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force to study modern conflict strategies.
- Economy
RBI commences three-day Monetary Policy Committee meeting to review repo rates
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) commenced its three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Monday to review the national economic situation and decide on policy repo rates.
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APCOB invites applications for 338 Staff Assistant and Assistant Manager posts
The Andhra Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (APCOB) has invited online applications for the recruitment of 338 Staff Assistant and Assistant Manager positions in cooperative branches across the state.
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Supreme Court hears petitions seeking NEET-UG exam reforms and paper leak inquiry
The Supreme Court of India began hearing a batch of petitions on Monday seeking structural reforms in the conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) and a comprehensive inquiry into allegations of paper leaks.
- Sports
Glasgow hands over Commonwealth Games flag to Ahmedabad for CWG 2030
The Commonwealth Games Federation handed over the ceremonial flag from Glasgow to Ahmedabad on Sunday night, marking the official transition of host cities for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.