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Daily Current Affairs Review โ€“ 24 July 2026

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24 Jul 2026

Daily Current Affairs Review โ€“ 24 July 2026

Government of India

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By Kavita Nair โ€ข 24 Jul 2026
Exam Updates General

๐Ÿ“ Detailed Notification Information

Major Administrative Appointments

The Government of India has appointed Anurag Jain (IAS, 1989-batch, MP cadre) as the CEO of NITI Aayog for a two-year tenure. He succeeds Nidhi Chhibber, who held the position on an interim basis following BVR Subrahmanyam's departure. Jain brings extensive experience from roles in industrial policy, infrastructure, and his previous tenure as Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh.

NITI Aayog Quick Facts

  • Established: 1 January 2015 (replaced Planning Commission)
  • Chairperson: Prime Minister of India
  • Headquarters: New Delhi

Infrastructure and Energy Milestones

As of 22 July 2026, Indian Railways has achieved 99.6% electrification of its broad-gauge network. This places India as the second-most electrified large railway network globally. Key statistics include an acceleration in electrification speed to 22 km/day (2025-26) compared to 1.42 km/day (2004-14), supporting the Net Zero Carbon Emissions target by 2030.

Public Health Policy Initiatives

The ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) has released the 'Let's Fix Our Food' policy framework. This is India's first comprehensive food systems policy, advocating for:

  • Reform of front-of-pack nutrition labeling
  • Implementation of taxes on ultra-processed foods
  • Regulation of junk food advertising targeted at children
  • Diversification of crops beyond rice and wheat to include millets and pulses

Economic and Financial Updates

  • Banking Sector: Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPAs) hit a record low of 2.6% in March 2026, according to the RBI Financial Stability Report.
  • Market Regulation: SEBI has mandated that all Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) adopt Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.
  • Income Tax Day: Celebrated on 24 July, marking the 166th anniversary of the introduction of income tax in India (first enacted in 1860).

Sports and International Highlights

  • Commonwealth Games 2026: Lovlina Borgohain secured a Gold medal in the women's 75 kg boxing event in Glasgow.
  • Badminton World Federation: 'Peacko' has been unveiled as the mascot for the 2026 BWF World Championships held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Government of India โ€” Exam Preparation & Verification Guide

๐Ÿ“š Preparation Strategy for Government of India

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  • Analyze Syllabus & Pattern: Thoroughly review the official Government of India exam syllabus. Understand the marking scheme, sectional cutoffs, and whether negative marking applies.
  • Practice Previous Papers: Solving past Government of India exam papers and taking timed mock tests is the most effective way to improve speed and accuracy.
  • Time Management: Dedicate fixed study hours for quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, general awareness, and language tests based on the weightage of marks in the recruitment examination.

โš ๏ธ Safe Application Checklist

To avoid fraud and secure your candidature, always complete the following checks before submitting your application:

  • Verify Official Domains: Ensure you apply only on official government portals. Check that the website URL ends in .gov.in, .nic.in, or .ac.in.
  • Read PDF Notification: Always download and thoroughly read the official Government of India notification PDF to check specific eligibility details, reservations, and document formats.
  • Beware of Agents: Government recruitments by Government of India are strictly based on merit. Never pay money to unauthorized agents promising guaranteed jobs.
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Kavita Nair
Education Policy Researcher

Kavita Nair is an education policy researcher with a Ph.D. in Education from JNU. She contributes well-researched articles on teaching vacancies, UPSC Civil Services, and central government recruitment drives.

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