1. Delhi-NCR lifts GRAP-IV pollution curbs
What happened:
Delhi-NCR authorities lifted GRAP-IV restrictions after a sustained improvement in air quality levels.
Why important:
Shows effectiveness of emergency pollution control measures and real-time AQI-based governance.
Exam Tip:
GRAP = Graded Response Action Plan; implemented when AQI crosses “Severe” levels.
2. Rajasthan releases 5th instalment of CM Kisan Samman Nidhi
What happened:
Rajasthan government announced the 5th instalment of ₹1000 to farmers under the CM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.
Why important:
Strengthens farmer income support at the state level, complementing PM-KISAN.
Exam Tip:
State schemes often mirror central welfare schemes—compare benefits and eligibility.
3. Gautam Buddha Nagar Sports City land scam allegation
What happened:
Land meant for Sports City project in Gautam Buddha Nagar was allegedly illegally split into 24 plots.
Why important:
Raises concerns over land-use violations and urban planning transparency.
Exam Tip:
Such cases are linked to urban governance, land reforms, and anti-corruption topics.
4. SIDBI receives ₹5,000 crore equity infusion
What happened:
Small Industries Development Bank of India received ₹5,000 crore equity infusion from the government.
Why important:
Boosts lending capacity for MSMEs, aiding employment and economic growth.
Exam Tip:
SIDBI is the principal financial institution for MSME promotion in India.
5. UAE shows interest in Telangana’s Bharat Future City
What happened:
The UAE expressed interest in partnering with Telangana on the Bharat Future City smart city project at WEF 2026.
Why important:
Enhances foreign investment in India’s smart city and urban innovation projects.
Exam Tip:
WEF is held annually at Davos, Switzerland; focus areas include AI, climate, and urban development.
6. RBI recognises FEDAI as a Self-Regulatory Organisation
What happened:
Reserve Bank of India recognised FEDAI as a Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO).
Why important:
Strengthens governance and transparency in the foreign exchange market.
Exam Tip:
FEDAI = Foreign Exchange Dealers’ Association of India.
7. RBI approves SMBC to set up wholly owned subsidiary
What happened:
RBI granted in-principle approval to Japan’s SMBC to establish a wholly owned subsidiary in India.
Why important:
Signals confidence in India’s banking sector and promotes foreign banking participation.
Exam Tip:
“In-principle approval” means conditional clearance, not final licence.
8. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed visits India
What happened:
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan completed an important official visit to India.
Why important:
Strengthens India-UAE strategic partnership in energy, defence, and investment.
Exam Tip:
India-UAE relations are elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
9. Project launched to protect Indian Skimmer
What happened:
Bombay Natural History Society and National Mission for Clean Ganga launched a project to conserve the Indian Skimmer in the Ganga Basin.
Why important:
Protects an endangered bird species and promotes river biodiversity conservation.
Exam Tip:
Indian Skimmer is a near-threatened riverine bird species.
10. Centre of Excellence for Regulatory Affairs inaugurated at IIT Delhi
What happened:
A Centre of Excellence for Regulatory Affairs was inaugurated at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.
Why important:
Enhances research, policy support, and regulatory best practices in India.
Exam Tip:
Centres of Excellence are often linked with policy innovation and capacity building.
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