Monthly Current Affairs July 2026 compilation. This article provides meticulously curated one-liner updates covering National Affairs, International R
Monthly Compilation
Current Affairs July 2026
Comprehensive One-Liner Coverage of India's Most Important Events, Government Schemes, Defence Updates, Sports & International Relations
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Welcome to our comprehensive Monthly Current Affairs July 2026 compilation. This article provides meticulously curated one-liner updates covering National Affairs, International Relations, Economy & Banking, Defence, Science & Technology, Sports, State News, and Important Days. Whether you're preparing for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, or State PSC exams, this compilation serves as your single-source revision guide for the month.
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Week 1: National Healthcare & Digital Governance
July 1-5, 2026- Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda chaired the 16th Conference of Central Council of Health and Family Welfare (CCHFW) at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, launching flagship initiatives including Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram (SSBSK), revamped Anaemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) guidelines, and Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan (SUMAN) Roadmap 2030 to reduce Maternal Mortality Ratio below 70 per lakh live births. National
- Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the 2026 SDG Publications highlighting India's progress under the National Indicator Framework (NIF) consisting of 277 national SDG indicators covering all 17 Sustainable Development Goals on the occasion of 20th Statistics Day. National
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the PM Family Care Tracker (PM-FCT) pilot project in Gandhinagar, Gujarat — an integrated digital platform monitoring health, nutrition, education and welfare benefits of children from pregnancy to 18 years with unique ID linked to Birth Registration Number or Ayushman Bharat Health Account. National
- Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved additional investment commitment of Rs 30,000 Crore in National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), doubling government's total commitment to Rs 60,000 Crore for infrastructure development across transportation, energy, digital infrastructure and e-mobility sectors. Economy
- Office of Principal Scientific Adviser (OPSA) launched the TRL Compass Platform and signed MoU with DSCI to standardize Technology Readiness Level assessment across sectors, supporting Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and RDI Fund implementation. Science
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) signed MoU with IIT Madras to launch Corporate Mitra Scheme for MSMEs, offering certification courses with 50% concession for women and candidates from North Eastern States, Himalayan Regions, Andaman & Nicobar, and Lakshadweep. National
- IndiaSkills Competition 2026-27 launched under Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship across 63 industry-relevant skill categories, with Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) providing transparent digital participation platform. National
- FCRA 2.0 Portal and e-OCI Card initiative launched by Ministry of Home Affairs — an end-to-end digital portal hosted on 'Meghraj' cloud enabling NGOs to file applications, renewals and annual returns online with real-time tracking, biometric authentication and OCR-based document analysis. National
- Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 (VB-G-RAM-G) replaced MGNREGA from July 1, 2026, guaranteeing 125 days of work annually per rural household with mandatory interim base wage rate of Rs 300 per day and biometric attendance system. National
- Telecom Authorisation Rules, 2026 notified under Telecommunications Act, 2023, replacing the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, to streamline telecom licensing and authorization processes in India. National
- Union Health Minister launched Ayushman Sarathi PM-JAY Chatbot — a WhatsApp-based AI assistant enabling citizens to access information related to Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) including eligibility, hospitals, e-cards, claims and scheme-related services with 24x7 multilingual support. National
- India and Saudi Arabia signed historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during Saudi Water Forum to strengthen bilateral cooperation in water resource management, desalination technology, wastewater recycling, sustainable irrigation and climate resilience. International
- Central Government approved India's first offshore airport project in Palghar district, Maharashtra, aiming to reduce congestion at Mumbai Airport while supporting increasing passenger and cargo traffic through reclaimed land or artificial islands in coastal waters. National
- National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) announced that UPI will become operational in Seychelles by end of 2026, expanding India's global digital payment network already present in France, Singapore, Sri Lanka, UAE, Mauritius, Bhutan and Nepal. Economy
- Indian Army Havildars Lakshay and Ujjwal Kumar Singh scripted history by winning India's first-ever Gold Medal at the World Rowing Cup, showcasing India's growing strength in water sports and inspiring investment in rowing infrastructure. Sports
- National Doctor's Day, Chartered Accountants Day and National Postal Worker Day observed on July 1, 2026 — commemorating birth and death anniversary of Dr. B.C. Roy, establishment of ICAI in 1949, and recognizing postal employees' contributions respectively. Important Day
Week 2: International Diplomacy & Defence Updates
July 6-10, 2026- Union Minister Amit Shah launched key initiatives at 5th Foundation Day of Ministry of Cooperation including plan to establish Cooperative Life Insurance Company, transfer of 135 godowns, inauguration of 85 godowns, National Cooperative Database 3.0, and Geo-tag Mobile Application under "Sahakar Se Samriddhi" vision. National
- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman undertook 4-day official visit to France (July 1-4, 2026) to strengthen India-France Strategic Partnership, bolster economic cooperation and promote investment ahead of India-UK CETA implementation. International
- POWERGRID secured JPY 80 Billion green loan from Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) for Khavda-Nagpur HVDC transmission project — among India's largest green funding arrangements for power transmission sector supporting 500 GW RE capacity goal by 2030. Economy
- Global Biofuel Alliance (GBA) selected 15 early-career researchers including 2 Indians for its flagship Global Biofuel Champion Fellowship (GBCF) programme, with each fellow receiving USD 15,000 research grant to accelerate sustainable bioenergy solutions. Science
- Appointments Committee of Cabinet approved new chiefs: Alok Kumar Mittal (1993-batch IPS) as DG of BPR&D; Amit Garg (1993-batch IPS) as Director of NCRB; and Sujeet Pandey (1994-batch IPS) as Director of SVPNPA. Appointments
- Dilip Asbe, MD & CEO of NPCI, appointed to SWIFT Global Supervisory Board as part of governance restructuring from single-tier to two-tier structure, strengthening India's role in global financial messaging. Economy
- TPG Rise Climate, GIC and ICICI Bank signed definitive agreements to acquire 100% stake in Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited (AIFL) from NIIF to strengthen climate financing and sustainable infrastructure development in India. Economy
- India secured 41 medals at U15 & U20 Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 in Pattaya, Thailand — 20 medals in U20 (4 gold, 7 silver, 9 bronze) and 21 medals in U15 (8 gold, 6 silver, 7 bronze), with India winning bronze team trophy in U15 category. Sports
- Padma Shri awardee Girish Bharadwaj, famously known as 'Bridge Man of India', passed away on July 7, 2026, at age 76 in Sullia, Karnataka — renowned for building over 150 low-cost suspension bridges across Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, AP and Odisha since 1989. Obituary
- West Bengal Government announced Rs 313 Crore special package for tea garden workers under Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY) — Rs 177 crore for education, Rs 72 crore for health, and Rs 63 crore for constructing 321 resting sheds with solar power and clean drinking water. State
- PM Narendra Modi emphasized India's growth story in Melbourne, Australia during his three-nation visit; met Australia Governor-General Sam Mostyn and discussed enduring bilateral bonds, people-to-people ties and multifaceted partnership strengthening. International
- Indian Navy's Drishti-10 Starliner UAV crashed near Dharampur village in Gujarat's Porbandar district during routine training sortie; Board of Inquiry ordered to determine technical malfunction, communication link loss or system failure causes. Defence
- Income Tax Department filed affidavit before Bombay High Court opposing same-sex couple's plea challenging Section 56(2)(x) of Income Tax Act regarding tax exemption on gifts between spouses, stating term "spouse" not recognized for same-sex relationships under any marriage law in India. Judicial
- Madras High Court stayed Look Out Circular issued against former DMK Minister E.V. Velu in connection with DVAC case, granting interim stay on condition he appears before investigating officer on July 15, 2026, after noting he was in Singapore for medical treatment. Judicial
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced formation of seven-member committee headed by retired Supreme Court judge Ranjana Desai to prepare draft for Uniform Civil Code (UCC) implementation in the state. State
- US President Donald Trump repeated claim that 11 jets were shot down during India-Pakistan four-day hostilities in May 2025, stating he should have won Nobel Peace Prize for settling the conflict between the two nations. International
- Supreme Court indicated Meghalaya government's appeal against bail grant to Sonam Raghuvanshi in honeymoon murder case may need larger Bench reference due to conflicting decisions on whether grounds of arrest must be furnished in writing to accused. Judicial
- 3rd India-Australia Annual Summit held in Melbourne — PM Modi and Australian PM Anthony Albanese witnessed 18 key outcomes covering defence, security, energy, education, skill development, science & technology, film-making, traditional knowledge and repatriation of cultural properties. International
- CSIR and IP Australia signed Agreement for access to CSIR-Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) during 3rd India-Australia Annual Summit — world's first prior-art database preventing misappropriation of India's traditional knowledge through erroneous patent grants. Science
Week 3: Economy, Agriculture & Judicial Reforms
July 11-15, 2026- Asian Development Bank (ADB) revised India's FY2026-27 GDP growth forecast downward to 6.6% from earlier 6.9% projection, citing high global energy prices reducing household incomes and affecting domestic demand; retained FY2027-28 forecast at 7.3%. Economy
- ADB approved USD 230 million loan to modernize and expand Chennai's water supply and sanitation infrastructure in Tamil Nadu, supporting sustainable urban development and climate-resilient water management systems. Economy
- Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched PRAGATI initiative (Promoting Regenerative Agriculture, Growth, Agri-Entrepreneurship and Transformative Innovation) to empower 20,000 rural agri-entrepreneurs and benefit 20 lakh small and marginal farmers through sustainable agriculture, initially implemented in MP, UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Assam and Jharkhand. National
- Uttar Pradesh Government launched 'Guru Dakshina' cashless medical scheme for teachers, Shiksha Mitras, instructors and eligible family members covering 10 lakh beneficiaries with entire annual insurance premium of Rs 447 crore borne by state government through SACHIS. State
- Government of India notified Navi Mumbai International Airport as designated port for import of drugs under Rule 43A of Drugs Rules, 1945, increasing total designated ports for drug imports to 42 covering airports, seaports, road and rail entry points. National
- EPFO introduced EPFO 3.0 reforms with 3-day online claim settlement for Aadhaar-linked KYC-verified accounts, increased auto-settlement limit from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh, simplified 13 withdrawal reasons into 3 categories (Essential Needs, Housing Needs, Special Circumstances), and mandated 25% minimum balance retention. Economy
- Adani Defence and Aerospace invested Rs 2,500 crore to establish South Asia's largest private-sector missile ecosystem in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh — India's first private defence complex integrating composite propellant production, TNT manufacturing and missile system integration at single location. Defence
- DRDO successfully conducted flight test of Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket (LRGR) at Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, Odisha, achieving user-defined minimum range of 60 kilometres with exact precision target strike, launched from operational Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher. Defence
- Bisleri International signed Letter of Association with Indian Coast Guard (Kerala and Mahe) to promote plastic waste management and environmental sustainability through Bottles for Change (BFC) initiative, aligned with ICG's "Plastic Free Oceans" mission. Environment
- ISRO successfully completed IMAT-05 Main Parachute Airdrop Test for Gaganyaan G1 Mission at ADRDE Drop Zone, Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh — validating Main Parachute System under maximum expected load conditions with successful deployment of Extractor, Drogue and Main Parachutes from 5 km altitude using IAF IL-76 aircraft. Science
- Aviva Plc (UK) announced acquisition of remaining 26% stake in Aviva India from Dabur Invest Corp, becoming first foreign insurer to achieve 100% ownership of Indian life insurance business following government's decision to allow 100% FDI in insurance sector in May 2026. Economy
- Jaipur, Rajasthan became the only Indian city to feature in Top 10 of Happy City Index 2026, securing 6th position globally, recognized for quality of life, citizen well-being, urban planning and sustainable development initiatives. National
- Reserve Bank of India introduced Reserve Bank-Integrated Ombudsman Scheme (RB-IOS), 2026, replacing Integrated Ombudsman Scheme, 2021, effective from July 1, 2026, to strengthen grievance redressal mechanism for banking customers. Economy
- Leander Paes, former Indian professional tennis player and Olympic medallist, appointed as Player Ambassador of Asian Tennis Federation (ATF) to promote tennis development across Asia. Sports
- SBICAP Securities, wholly-owned subsidiary of State Bank of India, appointed Baldev Prakash as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer to lead full-service brokerage operations. Economy
- Union Cabinet approved draft Bill to amend Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, proposing stricter penalties of up to 10 years imprisonment and fine up to Rs 10 crore for organised paper leak offences, with dedicated fast-track courts to complete trials within three months. National
- Cabinet approved Rs 3,030 Crore BHAVYA-Rasayan Scheme to set up three dedicated large chemical parks in India through challenge-based selection process, requiring minimum 2,000 acres contiguous land per park, running from FY27 to FY31 with focus on common infrastructure facilities. National
- Bihar Government and MSDE announced permanent National Skill Training Institute for Women (NSTI-W) campus at Bihta with Rs 99.97 crore investment and Skill India International Centre (SIIC) with Rs 7 crore investment to boost women's skilling and global employment opportunities. State
- ICAR-CMFRI launched DeepDATA App in Kochi, Kerala — a mobile application under Deep Ocean Mission of Ministry of Earth Sciences providing scientifically verified information on deep-sea fish species with citizen science features for creating national digital repository of marine biodiversity. Science
Week 4: Science, Technology & Environment Focus
July 16-20, 2026- INS Mahendragiri, India's sixth Nilgiri-Class stealth frigate, commissioned into Indian Navy under Project 17A — featuring advanced stealth characteristics, state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, and enhanced anti-submarine warfare capabilities. Defence
- IITM Pune provided first observational estimate of monsoon raindrop evaporation — groundbreaking research improving understanding of Indian monsoon dynamics and precipitation patterns for better weather prediction models. Science
- Chief Justice of India cautioned on AI use in Indian Courts with release of Draft Regulations 2026 for artificial intelligence integration in judicial processes, balancing technological advancement with constitutional safeguards and judicial independence. Judicial
- China's Helium Export Ban raised significant geopolitical concerns over critical gas supplies — India reviewing strategic reserves and alternative sourcing options for helium essential for MRI machines, semiconductor manufacturing, space launches and nuclear reactors. International
- Kerala's JNTBGRI (Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute) faced critical challenges despite bioeconomy opportunities — housing over 50,000 plant accessions representing 5,000+ species, including anti-fatigue herbal formulation Jeevani based on Kani tribe traditional knowledge, but experiencing scientist retirement crisis without adequate replacements. Science
- Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 celebrated on July 16 in Puri, Odisha — grand chariot festival dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra, attracting millions of devotees with traditional pulling of three massive wooden chariots to Gundicha Temple. Culture
- World Day for International Justice observed on July 17, 2026 — promoting international criminal justice system and supporting fight against impunity for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and aggression. Important Day
- Nelson Mandela International Day observed on July 18, 2026 — celebrating Mandela's life and legacy through community service, with 2026 theme focusing on sustainable development and social justice initiatives globally. Important Day
- International Chess Day observed on July 20, 2026 — marking establishment of FIDE (World Chess Federation) in 1924, with special significance as Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand assumed interim presidency of FIDE during this period. Important Day
Week 5: Infrastructure, Trade & Cultural Events
July 21-25, 2026- National Flag Adoption Day and Kharchi Puja observed on July 22, 2026 — commemorating adoption of tricolour designed by Pingali Venkayya as India's national flag by Constituent Assembly in 1947, and traditional Tripura festival respectively. Important Day
- Income Tax Day and International Self-Care Day observed on July 24, 2026 — recognizing contributions of Income Tax Department to nation building and promoting self-care practices for health and wellness globally. Important Day
- World Embryologist Day observed on July 25, 2026 — commemorating birth of Louise Brown in 1978, world's first baby conceived through IVF, honoring embryologists and fertility specialists advancing assisted reproductive technology. Important Day
- India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and Double Contribution Convention (DCC) officially came into force on July 15, 2026 — historic trade deal expected to boost bilateral trade by billions, with 1,000 advisory personnel deployed across India to help businesses maximize benefits. International
- Indian Navy participated in RIMPAC 2026 — world's largest multinational maritime warfare exercise hosted by US Navy at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from June 24 to July 31, 2026, with theme "Partners: Integrated and Prepared" involving 30+ surface warships, 5 submarines, 206 aircraft and 30,000 personnel from 29 nations. Defence
- RBI launched UPI 2.0 with enhanced features including increased transaction limits, recurring payment mandates, and additional security layers to further strengthen India's digital payment infrastructure and financial inclusion goals. Economy
- Government launched National Mission on Natural Farming to promote chemical-free agriculture, reduce input costs for farmers, improve soil health, and ensure sustainable food production through traditional indigenous practices and cow-based farming. National
- Viswanathan Anand, India's five-time World Chess Champion and Deputy President of FIDE, assumed charge as Interim President of FIDE after incumbent President Arkady Dvorkovich voluntarily suspended duties following EU and Switzerland sanctions over Russia-Ukraine war. Sports
- Infosys appointed Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO-Designate — veteran with 30+ years experience currently serving as EVP & Global Head of Services, Utilities, Resources, Energy & Enterprise Sustainability, to assume charge as MD & CEO from April 1, 2027 for five-year term 2027-2032. Economy
- Zoological Survey of India discovered two new spider species — Simonia lawbah from Krem Lawbah Cave, Meghalaya (first record of genus in India, belonging to Theridiosomatidae family) and Hamataliwa papikonda from Papikonda National Park, Andhra Pradesh (lynx spider of Oxyopidae family with hexagonal eye arrangement). Science
- Henley Passport Index July 2026 revealed India dropped to 81st position (from 75th in February 2026) with visa-free access to 55 destinations, sharing rank with Mauritania and Algeria; Singapore retained top position with 192 destinations, followed by Japan, South Korea and UAE sharing 2nd position. International
Week 6: Month-End Major Developments
July 26-31, 2026- Kargil Vijay Diwas and International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystem observed on July 26, 2026 — honoring bravery of Indian soldiers in 1999 Kargil War and raising awareness about mangrove conservation for coastal protection and biodiversity. Important Day
- APJ Abdul Kalam's death anniversary observed on July 27, 2026 — nation paid tribute to "Missile Man of India" and former President, remembering his contributions to Indian space research, defence development and educational vision. Important Day
- World Hepatitis Day and World Nature Conservation Day observed on July 28, 2026 — generating awareness about viral hepatitis prevention, testing and treatment, and recognizing healthy environment as foundation for stable, productive society. Important Day
- Guru Purnima and International Tiger Day observed on July 29, 2026 — sacred festival honoring spiritual and academic teachers across Hindu, Jain and Buddhist traditions, and raising awareness for tiger conservation and protection of natural habitats. Important Day
- International Day of Friendship and beginning of Sawan month observed on July 30, 2026 — promoting peace through friendship across cultures, and commencing holy month dedicated to Lord Shiva with devotees undertaking Kanwar Yatra. Important Day
- Union Environment Ministry issued seventh draft notification declaring 56,825.7 sq km of Western Ghats across six states as Ecologically Sensitive Area — covering Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu to protect biodiversity hotspot and regulate developmental activities. Environment
- New polypore fungus species Microporellus kolhapurensis discovered on rotting wood in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, published in BSI's journal Nelumbo — significant addition to India's fungal biodiversity with potential pharmaceutical applications. Science
- India-China border trade through Nathu La Pass to resume from August 1, 2026 after six-year suspension following talks between Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Chinese Vice Minister Sun Haiyan — limited trade in specific commodities to restart, marking incremental improvement in bilateral relations. International
- 16th Hockey India Junior Men National Championship 2026 began in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu on July 28 with 30 teams participating — premier national tournament identifying young talent for future Indian hockey teams. Sports
- 6th LG Cup Horse Polo Championship concluded in Drass, Ladakh on July 27, 2026, with Ladakh Scouts Regimental Centre winning the title — highest-altitude polo tournament promoting equestrian sports and tourism in border region. Sports
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced gender-neutral induction for women officers and simplified ex-gratia procedure for personnel missing at sea in Indian Coast Guard on July 28, 2026 — major step toward gender equality in armed forces. Defence
- Maharashtra Cabinet approved new special courts under NDPS Act and SC/ST Atrocities Act, along with two additional courts on July 28, 2026 — strengthening judicial infrastructure for faster disposal of drug-related and caste atrocity cases. State
- Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary laid foundation stone for 20 MTPD curd and lassi processing plant under COMFED's Sudha brand at Nalanda on July 27, 2026 — expanding dairy infrastructure and creating employment opportunities in Bihar's cooperative sector. State
- APEDA facilitated first air shipment of Karnataka mangoes (Neelam and Totapuri varieties) to Maldives on July 30, 2026 — boosting agricultural exports and strengthening trade ties with neighboring countries through GI-tagged produce. Economy
- India swept both men's and women's team titles at 22nd Commonwealth Table Tennis Championships on July 30, 2026 at Thyagaraj Stadium, New Delhi — dominant performance showcasing India's rising prominence in international table tennis. Sports
- Lovepreet Singh won silver medal for India in men's +110kg weightlifting at Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow on July 30, 2026 — adding to India's medal tally at prestigious multi-sport event. Sports
- India and Bhutan signed concessional Line of Credit worth Rs 4,000 crore (Nu 40 billion) on July 31, 2026 — strengthening bilateral economic cooperation and supporting Bhutan's development projects in infrastructure, health and education sectors. International
- 11th All India Police Judo Cluster Championship 2026 concluded on July 30 at Hyderabad, Telangana — held from July 23-30, promoting martial arts training and physical fitness among police personnel across states and UTs. Sports
- Zoological Survey of India completed first comprehensive Catalogue of Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths) of India on July 30, 2026 — listing 13,703 species, significant milestone in documenting India's rich insect biodiversity for conservation planning. Science
- Indigenous Diving Support Vessel (DSV) Nipun delivered to Indian Navy on July 30, 2026 — second vessel in class after INS Nistar, enhancing Navy's submarine rescue capabilities and deep-sea diving operations with indigenous technology. Defence
- India launched first sovereign-backed Protection and Indemnity (P&I) insurance product under Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP) on July 30, 2026 — issued by The New India Assurance Company, reducing dependence on foreign insurers for maritime liability coverage. Economy
- Ladakh Administration declared 23 heritage sites as Protected Monuments under Jammu and Kashmir Ancient Monuments Preservation Act on July 30, 2026 — preserving Buddhist monasteries, rock art sites, palaces and historical structures of cultural significance in the Union Territory. State
- India exported 7 metric tonnes of value-added flavoured Makhana from Darbhanga, Bihar to Canada on July 29, 2026, through Mundra Port — promoting export of indigenous nutritious superfood and supporting Bihar's agricultural economy. Economy
- Brookfield launched renewable energy platform Lumara in India on July 30, 2026 — deploying approximately $600 million for solar, wind and battery storage projects, accelerating India's clean energy transition and supporting 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target. Economy
Important Days & Observances - July 2026
Complete List📅 National & International Observances
- July 1: National Doctor's Day, Chartered Accountants Day, National Postal Worker Day, GST Day
- July 3: International Plastic Bag Free Day
- July 6: World Zoonoses Day, Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl Day (Mizoram)
- July 7: World Chocolate Day, Kiswahili Language Day, Global Forgiveness Day
- July 9: Beh Deinkhlam (Meghalaya)
- July 11: World Population Day
- July 12: Malala Day
- July 15: World Youth Skills Day
- July 16: Jagannath Rath Yatra
- July 17: World Day for International Justice, World Emoji Day
- July 18: Nelson Mandela International Day
- July 20: International Chess Day
- July 22: National Flag Adoption Day, Kharchi Puja
- July 24: Income Tax Day, International Self-Care Day
- July 25: World Embryologist Day
- July 26: Kargil Vijay Diwas, International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystem
- July 27: APJ Abdul Kalam's Death Anniversary
- July 28: World Hepatitis Day, World Nature Conservation Day
- July 29: Guru Purnima, International Tiger Day
- July 30: International Day of Friendship, Sawan Begins
Key Takeaways & Exam Summary
Quick Revision🎯 Priority Topics for Competitive Exams
- Schemes: VB-G-RAM-G (MGNREGA replacement), BHAVYA-Rasayan (Rs 3,030 Cr), PRAGATI Agriculture, PM-FCT, Guru Dakshina, Ayushman Sarathi
- Defence: INS Mahendragiri commissioning, Pinaka LRGR test, Adani missile ecosystem (Rs 2,500 Cr), DSV Nipun delivery, gender-neutral Coast Guard induction
- International: India-Australia Summit (18 outcomes), India-UK CETA operational, India-Bhutan LoC (Rs 4,000 Cr), Nathu La trade resumption
- Economy: NIIF additional Rs 30,000 Cr, EPFO 3.0 reforms, Aviva 100% FDI in insurance, UPI expansion to Seychelles, Brookfield Lumara ($600 Mn)
- Science: ISRO Gaganyaan IMAT-05, DeepDATA App, ZSI spider discoveries, JNTBGRI crisis, TRL Compass Platform
- Appointments: Viswanathan Anand (FIDE interim President), Ashiss Kumar Dash (Infosys CEO-Designate), Dilip Asbe (SWIFT Board), New BPR&D/NCRB/SVPNPA chiefs
- Judicial: Anti-Paper Leak Bill (10-year jail), Bombay HC same-sex tax case, Madras HC LOC stay, SC honeymoon murder case
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