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International

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples Observed

The world observed the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples on 9 August, a day declared by the UN General Assembly in 1994 to mark the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations in Geneva in 1982.

  • Indigenous peoples number between 370 and 500 million globally, representing major cultural diversity and speaking a large share of the world's estimated 7,000 languages.
  • Despite living on a small share of global land, they protect a significant portion of the world's remaining biodiversity and forests.
  • This year's theme focuses on honouring indigenous midwives and safeguarding traditional knowledge related to health and well-being.

Exam Context: International Days, UN observances, Tribal rights, Forest Rights Act, PESA Act.

02
International

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Sign Mecca Joint Defence Agreement

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on 7 August 2026, with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Erdogan and Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif as signatories.

  • Key clause: an armed attack on any one of the three countries will be regarded as an attack on all three.
  • Aims to strengthen collective deterrence and expand cooperation including joint defence industry projects and counter-terrorism efforts.
  • Comes amid heightened West Asia tensions; officials describe it as purely defensive, building on the earlier Saudi-Pakistan bilateral defence understanding.

Exam Context: International Relations, West Asia geopolitics, Defence pacts.

03
Polity

India Formally Names 27 Places in Arunachal Pradesh

In response to China's repeated attempts to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, India formally identified 27 locations and geographical features on official Survey of India maps.

  • List includes Longju, Thag La Pass, Dzo La, Riza La, Pukur La, Jaswant Garh, Sambho Sarovar and the Sher-e-Thapa Memorial.
  • Many sites hold historical and military significance linked to the 1959 and 1962 India-China conflicts.
  • Carried out in consultation with the Arunachal Pradesh government; India has consistently rejected China's renaming attempts.

Exam Context: India-China relations, Arunachal Pradesh, Survey of India, border issues.

04
Polity

Supreme Court to Examine DPDP Act's Impact on RTI Act

The Supreme Court agreed to examine whether the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023 is being used in a way that weakens the Right to Information Act, including concerns it could restrict investigative journalism.

  • Petitioners argue the broad definition of 'personal data' under the new law could be misused to deny information earlier available under the RTI Act.
  • Case raises questions on balancing the right to privacy and the right to information, both fundamental rights.

Exam Context: Polity, RTI Act, DPDP Act 2023, Fundamental Rights, Judiciary.

05
Environment

Captive-Bred Slender-Billed Vultures Released into the Wild

Slender-billed vultures bred in captivity took their first flight into the wild, an important conservation success for one of India's critically endangered vulture species.

  • Vulture populations in India had declined sharply due to the veterinary drug diclofenac.
  • Captive breeding and carefully planned release programmes are part of the long-term effort to restore vulture numbers.

Exam Context: Environment, Biodiversity, Wildlife conservation, Diclofenac ban.

06
Science & Tech

Astrobase Unveils India's First Private 800 kN Rocket Engine

Indian private space company Astrobase unveiled the country's first privately developed 800 kN rocket engine, a significant milestone for India's growing private space sector.

  • Supports the government's push to encourage private participation in space technology under the Indian Space Policy.
  • Stronger private-sector propulsion capabilities can help reduce costs and increase launch frequency.

Exam Context: Science & Technology, Indian Space Policy, Private sector in space.

07
International

16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting Concludes in Jaipur

India concluded the 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur under its BRICS Chairship for 2026, focused on strengthening trade cooperation, supply chain resilience and economic collaboration among BRICS nations.

  • Discussions covered fair trade practices, the digital economy, and support for developing countries.
  • Part of India's broader efforts to shape the BRICS agenda during its chairmanship year.

Exam Context: International Relations, BRICS, India's chairmanship, Trade.

08
Sports

Suraj Kumar Chand Wins Historic Squash Title

Indian squash player Suraj Kumar Chand became the first Indian to win gold in the men's individual category at the FISU World University Squash Championship.

  • A landmark achievement for Indian squash at the university level.
  • Adds to India's growing international presence in the sport.

Exam Context: Sports, International sporting achievements.

09
Economy

FAO Food Price Index Hits Three-Year High

The Food and Agriculture Organization's Food Price Index rose to a three-year high in July 2026, driven by poor weather conditions, geopolitical tensions and concerns over crop supplies in several regions.

  • Higher global food prices can affect inflation, import bills and food security in many countries, including India.
  • The trend is being closely watched by policymakers worldwide.

Exam Context: Economy, FAO, Inflation, Food security.

Prelims Quick-Revision Facts

World's Indigenous Peoples Day
International

Observed 9 August every year; declared by UN General Assembly in 1994.

Mecca Joint Defence Agreement
International

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan sign mutual-defence pact on 7 August 2026.

27 Places in Arunachal Pradesh
Polity

India formally names 27 locations on Survey of India maps countering China's renaming.

DPDP Act vs RTI Act
Polity

Supreme Court to examine whether DPDP Act 2023 is weakening the RTI Act.

Slender-Billed Vultures
Environment

Captive-bred vultures released into the wild — a conservation milestone.

Astrobase 800 kN Engine
Science & Tech

India's first privately developed 800 kN rocket engine unveiled.

BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting
International

16th meeting concludes in Jaipur under India's 2026 BRICS Chairship.

Suraj Kumar Chand
Sports

First Indian to win gold in men's individual FISU World University Squash Championship.

FAO Food Price Index
Economy

Rose to a three-year high in July 2026 amid weather and geopolitical concerns.

National Gopal Ratna Awards 2026
Governance

Announced, recognising outstanding contributions in the livestock and dairy sector.

Amarnath Yatra
Governance

Temporarily suspended in parts of Jammu due to inclement weather.

Assam Floods
Environment

Flood-related challenges continued in Assam, affecting toll and displaced population.

India-Sri Lanka Power Sector
International

Discussions continued on cooperation in the power sector and other bilateral projects.

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