1. Allahabad High Court Upholds Uniform Legal Marriage Age
What happened: Allahabad High Court ruled that the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (PCMA), 2006 applies uniformly to all citizens, irrespective of religion, and personal laws cannot override it.
Why important: It reinforces the supremacy of statutory law in matters of child marriage.
Exam Tip: PCMA, 2006 prescribes the legal minimum marriage age applicable across communities.
2. India–Indonesia Sign Defence Missile Cooperation
What happened: During PM Modi’s Indonesia visit, India and Indonesia agreed to deepen defence cooperation, including collaboration on BrahMos and ASTRA missile systems.
Why important: It strengthens India’s defence exports and Indo-Pacific strategic partnerships.
Exam Tip: BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile jointly developed by India and Russia.
3. India Restores Normal Natural Gas Supply
What happened: The Government lifted emergency restrictions on domestic natural gas supply that had been imposed during the West Asia crisis.
Why important: It restores normal fuel allocation for industries and consumers.
Exam Tip: Domestic PNG and CNG remained priority sectors even during the restrictions.
4. PM Modi Visits Prambanan Temple
What happened: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated mainly to Lord Shiva.
Why important: It highlights India’s shared cultural and civilizational ties with Southeast Asia.
Exam Tip: Prambanan Temple is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia.
5. Census 2027 Preparations Gather Pace
What happened: The Government advanced preparations for Census 2027, including discussions on updated enumeration procedures and data collection.
Why important: The census provides the foundation for planning, welfare schemes, and resource allocation.
Exam Tip: The Registrar General & Census Commissioner of India conducts the Census.
6. Great Indian Bustard Habitat Shrinks
What happened: A conservation report found that the Great Indian Bustard now survives in only about 16% of its historical habitat, despite population stabilization.
Why important: It underlines the need for stronger habitat conservation.
Exam Tip: Great Indian Bustard (Godawan) is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN.
7. Kerala Launches Football-Based Anti-Drug Campaign
What happened: A Kerala school started an anti-drug awareness campaign using the popularity of the FIFA World Cup to engage students.
Why important: It is an innovative example of using sports for social awareness.
Exam Tip: Kerala is often noted for education-based public awareness initiatives.
8. India Reaffirms Two-State Policy
What happened: India reiterated its long-standing support for a two-state solution to the Israel–Palestine conflict.
Why important: It reflects continuity in India’s foreign policy.
Exam Tip: India supports an independent Palestine living peacefully alongside Israel.
9. President Unveils Durand Cup 2026 Trophies
What happened: President Droupadi Murmu unveiled the trophies for the Durand Cup 2026 ahead of the tournament.
Why important: The tournament is one of India’s most prestigious football events.
Exam Tip: Durand Cup is Asia’s oldest football tournament.
10. Indonesia Confers Highest Civilian Honour on PM Modi
What happened: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Bintang Adipurna, Indonesia’s highest civilian honour, during his state visit.
Why important: It reflects the growing strategic and diplomatic partnership between India and Indonesia.
Exam Tip: Bintang Adipurna is Indonesia’s highest civilian decoration.
Final Note for Students
Revise these points daily, practice multiple-choice questions weekly, and discuss current affairs aloud to improve confidence for written exams as well as interviews.