Official releases, distilled into exam-ready intelligence.

On 30 July 2026, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Mumbai Branch conducted a search‑and‑seizure operation at M/s Won Enterprises/VHH Communication, Vashi Railway Station, Navi Mumbai. BIS officials seized 12 electronic items – power banks (Realme, Mi), wireless headsets (Luno) and earbuds (Boat, Realme) – that bore invalid BIS Registration Numbers, violating the BIS Act 2016. The inspection found one product marked with another’s registration number and several variants outside the scope of their BIS registrations. Pursuant to Sections 17 and 29 of the Act, BIS will file a criminal complaint; offences carry up to two years’ imprisonment and fines of at least ₹2 lakh (first) and ₹5 lakh (subsequent), or up to ten times the goods’ value. BIS urges consumers to verify BIS certification via the BIS Care App or official portal.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call from UK Prime Minister H.E. Andy Burnham on 31 July 2026. Modi congratulated Burnham on assuming office and the two leaders discussed ways to strengthen the India‑UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, agreeing to deepen cooperation in technology, innovation, defence, security, clean energy, education and people‑to‑people ties, in line with the India‑UK Vision 2035. They welcomed the recent entry into force of the India‑UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement and exchanged views on regional and global issues, committing to stay in touch.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) conducted a workshop at its New Delhi headquarters to train empanelled audit firms on Digital Addressable Systems (DAS) audits, attended by 81 participants in person and 52 online. The workshop highlighted recent amendments to the Interconnection Regulation and audit Manual effective 1 April 2026, which set clear audit timelines (audit reports due by 30 September), shift audits to a financial‑year basis, and allow broadcasters to deputise representatives and seek clarifications. It also made annual audit at the distributor’s cost optional for distributors with fewer than 30,000 subscribers, while permitting broadcasters to audit them at their own cost. The session aimed to improve audit quality, transparency and compliance across the television broadcasting distribution ecosystem.

The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) has issued an amendment to Direction No. 98, extending the implementation timeline for the revised particulate matter (PM) emission standard of 50 mg/Nm³ for industries across Delhi‑NCR to 01 Oct 2026. The amendment follows recommendations from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and industry representations, acknowledging practical challenges in procuring and installing Air Pollution Control Devices (APCDs). All other provisions of the original direction dated 20 Feb 2026 remain unchanged, aiming to ensure uniform compliance while maintaining the objective of reducing industrial emissions and improving ambient air quality.

On 31 July 2026, President Droupadi Murmu met a group of grassroots innovators under the Atal Innovation Mission at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. She toured their exhibition, which showcased solutions in waste‑to‑wealth conversion, energy conservation, accessibility for women and persons with disabilities, environmental protection, agriculture and art preservation. The President highlighted that grassroots innovations combine local experience, scientific thinking and social responsibility, and stressed the role of Atal Community Innovation Centres in providing guidance, technical support and platforms to turn ideas into sustainable enterprises.

The Technology Development Board (TDB) of the Department of Science & Technology has approved financial assistance to RoadGrid India Private Limited, Indore, for setting up a manufacturing and assembly facility to commercialise an indigenous universal electric‑vehicle (EV) charger. The charger integrates a 140 kW dual‑DC gun (CCS2 + Type 6) with AC charging, enabling charging of two‑wheelers, three‑wheelers, passenger cars and commercial EVs on a single platform. The project will cover production of power electronics, thermal management, embedded software, communication, metering, control hardware and enclosure, with scalability for ultra‑fast charging and energy‑storage integration. The initiative aims to boost domestic EV‑charging equipment capacity, reduce imports and expand public charging infrastructure across urban, highway and residential sites.

The Ministry of Defence has appointed Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja, SM, VSM & Bar, currently Director General Medical Services (Air), as the Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) effective 31 August 2026, succeeding DGAFMS Vice Admiral Arti Sarin. Thareja, an AFMC alumnus commissioned in December 1986, holds an MD (1997) and a DM in Gastroenterology (2005) from AIIMS, New Delhi, and has served in senior medical roles including Commandant of Military Hospital Pathankot, Commandant of Command Hospital Lucknow, Director & Commandant of AFMC, Pune, and DGMS (Air). He has overseen medical preparedness for the Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Mission and the operationalisation of the BHISHM Cube for rapid medical response, and has been awarded the Sena Medal and the Vishisht Seva Medal twice.

Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired a Parliamentary Consultative Committee meeting of the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs on urban planning. The meeting, attended by the Minister of State, MPs, and senior officials, featured a presentation by Secretary Ms D. Thara on the Ministry’s initiatives. The Union Minister announced that the Ministry will now operate through two separate departments – the Department of Capital Development (DCD) and the Department of Urban Development (DUD) – to strengthen institutional capacity, improve administrative efficiency and enhance urban governance. He emphasized a holistic, citizen‑centric approach to creating liveable, resilient and sustainable cities, and invited parliamentary inputs for policy refinement.

The Ministry of Law and Justice reports that under Phase‑III of the eCourts Mission Mode Project, an AI‑based Legal Research Analysis Assistant (LegRAA) has been created by the Artificial Intelligence Division of the National Informatics Centre (NIC) and the Centre of Excellence for eCourts (CoEE). The tool is intended to assist Hon’ble Judges in legal research and document analysis and is currently in pilot testing. A budget of ₹53.57 crore has been earmarked for emerging technologies, including AI, under the Future Technological Advancements component of the project. Deployment will follow the operational framework set by the Rules of Business and the policies of the Supreme Court and High Courts.

The Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice (DISHA) 2.0 Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme for pan‑India implementation, covering all districts of Gujarat for the period 2026‑31. It seeks to leverage technology to expand the outreach of people‑friendly legal service platforms. DISHA 2.0 comprises four components – Tele‑Law (free pre‑litigation advice), Nyaya Bandhu (pro‑bono legal services), Legal Literacy and Legal Awareness Programme, and VIDHI‑Sanjeevani. Progress is monitored through a centralized VIDHI‑Sanjeevani dashboard, regular review meetings, field visits, regional workshops and a dedicated Programme Management Unit.

The e‑Courts Mission Mode Project, under the Ministry of Law and Justice, is being rolled out in phases nationwide to strengthen ICT use in the judicial system. As of 30 June 2026, e‑Filing rules are in force in 25 High Courts, and a total of 1.25 crore cases have been filed through the e‑Filing platform across High Courts and District Courts. The project includes initiatives such as CIS 4.0, e‑Payments, Video Conferencing, Virtual Courts, NJDG, ICJS, eSewa Kendras, the eCourts Services Portal and Mobile App. Training programmes, SOPs, FAQs and eSewa Kendras have been deployed to promote adoption among judges, court staff, advocates and litigants.

The Technology Development Board (TDB) of the Department of Science & Technology has approved financial assistance to Bengaluru‑based M/s Foodtechnics Pvt. Ltd. for commercialising the ROTIDO C‑150 – an indigenous compact automatic roti‑making machine. The device integrates a 2 kg kneader, dough‑feeding, pressing and three‑layer roasting in a single unit capable of producing up to 150 rotis per hour for households, restaurants, cloud kitchens and institutional kitchens. The project, also supported under the NIDHI PRAYAS Scheme, aims to replace imported kitchen‑automation equipment, enhance hygiene, reduce manual labour and strengthen domestic manufacturing of food‑processing equipment.

The Ministry of Women and Child Development announced that Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 now provides Supplementary Nutrition to all beneficiaries—including children aged 6 months‑6 years, pregnant and lactating women, and adolescent girls (14‑18 years)—through Take‑Home Ration (THR), morning snacks and hot cooked meals. THR distribution to children 6‑23 months uses a Facial Recognition System. Nutrition norms follow the revised Schedule‑II of the National Food Security Act, 2013 (January 2023), specifying calorie and protein targets and seven essential micronutrients. States and UTs may design menus using local ingredients, and the Ministry has issued Comprehensive Guidelines to enhance quality, diversity and acceptability of the nutrition provided.

The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Mumbai, organised an Inter‑Media Publicity and Coordination Committee (IMPCC) workshop titled “Fact Checking: Countering Misinformation and Strengthening Government Communication” at the NFDC Complex, Mumbai on 31 July 2026. Chaired by Ms Smita Vats Sharma, Director General, West Zone, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, the event brought together representatives from about 25 central ministries, departments, PSUs and other organisations. The programme included technical sessions on fact‑checking tools and the role of PIB Fact Check, a feedback session highlighting the need for a central repository and AI‑driven verification, and a concluding address linking the workshop to the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. The workshop aimed to build crisis‑communication capacity and promote inter‑agency collaboration to curb misinformation.

On 31 July 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over a building collapse in Thane, Maharashtra, and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families. He announced ex‑gratia assistance from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF): Rs 2 lakh for the next‑of‑kin of each deceased and Rs 50,000 for each injured person. The announcement was posted on the Prime Minister’s Office X account, reiterating the same figures and expressing wishes for speedy recovery of the injured.

The Ministry of Women and Child Development has extended the deadline for online nominations for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2026 from 31 July 2026 to 15 August 2026. Nominations began on 1 April 2026 and are to be submitted exclusively through the National Awards Portal (https://awards.gov.in). The award honours Indian children (aged >5 to ≤18 as of 31 July 2026) for exceptional achievements in bravery, social service, environment, sports, arts & culture, and science & technology. Self‑nominations and recommendations by any citizen are accepted via the portal.

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, wrote to Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya urging that weightlifter Mirabai Chanu be considered for the Arjuna Award in 2026. The letter highlighted her gold medals at successive Commonwealth Games, record lifts in the 48 kg category, and prior honors including the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award and Padma Shri. Jadhav noted that receiving the Arjuna Award would recognize her outstanding performances and inspire youth.

On 31 July 2026, Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi, as reported by the Prime Minister's Office on its official X account.

On 31 July 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to revolutionary martyr Udham Singh on his Balidan Diwas. He highlighted the martyr’s courage and said his story will inspire future generations to protect the motherland’s honour. The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam – “न जातु शौर्यं पुरुषस्य भानुरस्तं गतो भवति कदापि शश्वत्। यथा पुनस्तपति दिवाकरोऽयं तथा पुनर्विक्रमते स वीरः॥” – interpreting it as the sun of valor never permanently setting and a brave man overcoming adversity. He posted the tribute on X (Twitter).

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, congratulated athlete Seema for winning the Bronze medal in the Women’s Discus Throw at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, noting her best throw of 58.65 metres and stating that her achievement makes India proud and motivates the nation’s youth.