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Why in News? Almost two years before his term was up, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned, citing health concerns. Regarding India’s Vice-President Procedure for Re-election: Provisions of the Constitution: • Article 63: India will have a vice president. • Article 66(1): States that members of an

Why in News? In honour of the Indian Broadcasting Company’s inaugural radio broadcast from its Bombay station in 1927, India observes National Broadcasting Day. Regarding India’s Radio Broadcasting Heritage: The Humble Origins of Broadcasting: • Long before the government got involved, amateur radio clubs in

Why in News? In honour of Emperor Ashoka’s contribution to the spread of Buddhism on the island, India unveiled a replica of the Ashokan Pillar at Waskaduwa Sri Subhuthi Viharaya in Sri Lanka. Concerning Ashokan Pillar: Origin and Background History: • After the Kalinga war,

Why in News? At the WSIS+20 High-Level Event in Geneva, the “Meri Panchayat” app won the WSIS Prizes 2025 Champion Award in the Cultural and Linguistic Diversity category, honouring India’s pioneering work in grassroots digital governance. Concerning the Meri Panchayat App: What is it? •

Why in News? In order to transform iconic tourist destinations into internationally recognised travel destinations by 2026, the Ministry of Tourism has published the SASCI scheme’s operating guidelines. Concerning the SASCI Scheme: SASCI: What is it? • Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment –

Why in News? A woman in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh married two Hatti brothers, reigniting legal and public discussion about the tribe’s long-standing polyandry practice known as Jajda or Jodidara. Concerning the Hatti Tribe: The Hattis: Who Are They? • The Trans-Giri region

Why in News? As part of the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP), Kerala has implemented the Cy-TB skin test as a streamlined method for detecting latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI). Concerning the Cy-TB Skin Test: What is it? • A novel intradermal skin test called Cy-TB

Why in News? In response to an increase in complaints regarding the effectiveness of biostimulants and regulatory infractions, the Union Agriculture Minister has instructed states to stop the forced sale of these products. • In accordance with the Fertiliser Control Order (FCO), 1985, the Centre

Why in News? Launched in 2024–25 by the Government of India. Aim: To make India self-reliant in the production of oilseeds and edible oils by the year 2030–31. Key Objectives: Increase domestic production of major oilseeds such as mustard, soybean, groundnut, sunflower, sesame, and others.

Why in News? Flash floods have recently caused major disasters in different parts of India In July 2025, Himachal Pradesh faced deadly floods In July 2024, Wayanad in Kerala was hit In June 2024, Ladakh experienced a severe flash flood In October 2023, Sikkim was