PM Modi receives Indonesia’s highest civilian honour ‘Bintang Adipurna’

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto conferred the Bintang Adipurna on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his official visit to Jakarta.

Indonesia to import India’s Astra missiles

Indonesia decided to import the indigenous Astra Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM), marking a major boost to India’s defence exports.

India to push for non-permanent seat at the UNSC

India announced its intention to seek a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council in the upcoming election cycle.

Census second phase rehearsal has ‘open column’ for caste

The form used in the second phase Census rehearsal includes an open column for respondents to record their caste, indicating the methodology for the 2027 Census.

Stealth frigate Mahendragiri set to join Indian Navy

Indigenous stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri is scheduled to be commissioned into the Indian Navy on 11 July 2026.

Eight feared dead after debris slip at Wayanad tunnel site

A massive debris slip triggered by heavy monsoon rains near the under-construction Wayanad tunnel road project left at least eight people feared dead.

Delhi HC orders restoration of CJP’s X account

The Delhi High Court directed the restoration of the Cockroach Janta Party’s X account after the Centre said it no longer objected to unblocking it.

2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts: HC upholds death penalty for 38

Gujarat High Court confirmed death sentences for 38 members of the banned Indian Mujahideen and life imprisonment for 11 others in the 2008 blasts case.

Amit Shah announces Cooperative Life Insurance Company

Union Home and Cooperation Minister announced the establishment of a Cooperative Life Insurance Company during the Ministry of Cooperation’s Foundation Day.

Bharat Taxi to expand to 500 cities

Amit Shah announced that the cooperative ride-hailing platform Bharat Taxi will be expanded to 500 cities over the next two years.

El Niño set to dent India’s wind and hydropower output

Experts warned that the developing El Niño conditions are likely to reduce wind and hydropower generation in the coming months.

Bypolls to 3 West Bengal Rajya Sabha seats on 24 July

Election Commission announced that by-elections to three Rajya Sabha seats from West Bengal will be held on 24 July 2026.

Allahabad HC seeks responses on Taj Mahal survey plea

High Court asked the Centre and ASI to respond to a plea seeking a scientific survey of the Taj Mahal.

Tamil Nadu defends CRZ approval for Mamallan Reservoir

State government defended the Coastal Regulation Zone clearance granted for the proposed Mamallan Reservoir project.

White Gut Disease outbreak warning for aqua farmers

Fisheries department officials alerted aqua farmers about the risk of White Gut Disease outbreak in shrimp farms.

UP New Startup Policy 2026 approved

Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the Startup Policy 2026 with new incentives aimed at strengthening the state’s startup ecosystem.

Ram Temple Trust accepts resignations of Champat Rai and Anil Mishra

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust accepted the resignations of two key functionaries amid the ongoing donation probe.

Government likely to delay 25% ethanol blending target

Reports indicated that the government may postpone the 25% ethanol blending target in petrol due to supply and pricing concerns.

Defence and critical minerals dominate India-Indonesia talks

Strategic discussions between the two countries focused on defence cooperation and critical minerals supply chains.

Indigenous stealth frigate Mahendragiri to be commissioned

The Project 17A frigate will join the fleet on 11 July, enhancing the Navy’s stealth and multi-role capabilities.

Caste enumeration methodology under test

The open column in the Census rehearsal form is being used to test how caste data can be collected in the 2027 Population Census.

UNSC non-permanent seat campaign begins

India’s bid for a non-permanent Security Council seat reflects its continued push for greater representation in global governance.

Monsoon-related construction accident in Kerala

Debris slip at the Wayanad tunnel site highlights the risks of large infrastructure projects during intense monsoon periods.

Social media account restoration ordered

Delhi High Court order on the CJP X account reinforces the principle of free speech and platform accountability.

Death penalty confirmed in 2008 Ahmedabad blasts

Gujarat High Court verdict brings finality to one of the major terror cases of the last two decades.

Cooperative sector expands into life insurance

Announcement of a Cooperative Life Insurance Company aims to bring insurance products closer to rural and cooperative networks.

Bharat Taxi expansion plan announced

Target of 500 cities will significantly scale up the cooperative-based ride-hailing platform.

El Niño impact on renewable energy

Reduced wind speeds and altered rainfall patterns are expected to affect wind and hydropower generation.

Rajya Sabha bypolls scheduled

Three vacant seats from West Bengal will be filled through by-elections later this month.

Taj Mahal survey plea under judicial consideration

Allahabad High Court has sought official responses before deciding on the demand for a scientific survey.

Coastal regulation and reservoir project

Tamil Nadu’s defence of the CRZ clearance keeps the focus on balancing development and coastal ecology.

Aquaculture disease alert issued

White Gut Disease warning aims to protect shrimp farmers from potential economic losses.

Startup policy push in Uttar Pradesh

New policy with incentives is designed to attract innovation-driven enterprises and support the state’s economic goals.

Temple trust leadership changes

Acceptance of resignations marks a significant development in the ongoing management and accountability issues at the Ram Temple.

Ethanol blending target under review

Possible delay in the 25% blending target reflects challenges in feedstock availability and fuel pricing.

Defence export success with Astra missile

Indonesia’s decision to buy the Astra BVRAAM is a major validation of India’s indigenous missile programme.

Highest Indonesian civilian honour for PM Modi

The Bintang Adipurna award underscores the strong personal and strategic relationship between the two leaders and countries.

Naval modernisation continues

Commissioning of Mahendragiri will add another advanced stealth platform to the Indian Navy’s inventory.

Caste data collection methodology tested

The open column approach in the Census rehearsal is a key step towards deciding the final format for the next Census.

Global governance ambition reaffirmed

India’s UNSC non-permanent seat bid is part of its broader campaign for reformed multilateralism.

Infrastructure safety during monsoon

Wayanad incident once again highlights the need for stricter safety protocols in hill and tunnel construction projects.

Free speech and platform access

Court-ordered restoration of the CJP account is an important development for digital free speech jurisprudence.

Terror case reaches final judicial stage

High Court confirmation of death sentences in the Ahmedabad blasts case closes a long chapter of legal proceedings.

Cooperative insurance model introduced

New Cooperative Life Insurance Company is expected to expand insurance coverage through the cooperative network.

Ride-hailing platform scales up

Bharat Taxi’s expansion plan aims to create a strong cooperative alternative in the urban mobility sector.

Climate impact on power generation

El Niño-related concerns for wind and hydropower underline the vulnerability of renewable energy to climate variability.

Legislative bypolls notified

West Bengal Rajya Sabha by-elections will test political equations in the state upper house.

Heritage site under legal scrutiny

Plea for scientific survey of the Taj Mahal keeps the monument and its historical narrative in the public domain.

Defence export and strategic partnership

Astra missile deal with Indonesia strengthens both commercial defence exports and bilateral strategic ties.

Key diplomatic, defence and governance updates

7 July 2026 featured major developments including PM Modi’s honour in Indonesia, Astra missile export, UNSC seat bid, Census caste column, Mahendragiri commissioning and significant court verdicts — all highly relevant for competitive exams.