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UPSC current affairs — 04 August 2026

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Lok Sabha passes Supreme Court judges Bill without debate as Opposition protests continue

Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 to increase the sanctioned strength of Supreme Court judges, despite Opposition protests disrupting proceedings. The passage occurred during the Monsoon Session as other bills on bankers’ books and statistics were also introduced.

PolityGS-I: Appointment and service conditions of the judiciaryGS-II: Parliament and its procedure; role of Bills and Rajya Sabha/Lok SabhaGS-II: Separation of powers; judicial reforms and access to justiceThe Hindu · National

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Why has Parliament increased the number of Supreme Court judges? | Explained

The Lok Sabha passed the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, raising the Supreme Court’s sanctioned strength. The change is aimed at reducing backlog, with the Bill now awaiting consideration in the Rajya Sabha.

PolityGS-I: Judiciary and its role in justice delivery (basic understanding, not legal trivia)GS-II: Parliament—law-making process; procedure for Supreme Court matters via amendmentsGS-II: Structure and functions of the Supreme Court; judge-strength and backlog concernsThe Hindu · National

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Govt introduces Bill aimed at easing doing business, attracting FDI & enhancing Make in India

The Finance Minister introduced the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 to ease doing business and attract FDI/foreign capital. The Bill proposes amendments to tax laws and related Acts to extend tax relief, reduce compliance red tape, and facilitate foreign fund managers and data centre set-up.

EconomyGS-II: Government policies and interventions for economic development; regulatory reformsGS-III: Mobilisation of resources for economic growth; foreign investment and business environment; taxation reformsThe Hindu · Business

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Supreme Court opens door for withdrawal of FIRs against student protestors

Supreme Court clarified when states can withdraw criminal cases/FIRs against student protestors, even while noting limits where serious offenses are involved. The ruling focuses on eligibility and parameters for closing FIRs in protest-related cases.

PolityGS-II: Supreme Court/High Court judgments and their impact on governance and rightsGS-II: Criminal justice system—FIRs, withdrawal of criminal cases, and procedural safeguardsHindustan Times · India

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SC summons top Arunachal govt officials in probe against Khandu

The Supreme Court has summoned key Arunachal Pradesh officials over alleged non-cooperation with a court-monitored CBI probe into contracts allegedly favouring firms linked to Chief Minister Pema Khandu’s family.

GovernmentGS-II: Judiciary—Supreme Court directions/monitoring in cases and contempt/non-compliance issuesGS-II: Governance—anti-corruption, institutional accountability, court-supervised investigationsHindustan Times · India

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Supreme Court extends third-party insurance cover of new vehicles by a year

The Supreme Court extended the mandatory third-party insurance cover for new vehicles by one year—four years for cars and six years for two-wheelers. It flagged widespread non-compliance and directed IRDA to issue the required directions, considering road safety and victim compensation.

PolityGS-II: Supreme Court directions; statutory compliance and regulation of motor insuranceGS-II: Social welfare implications—compensation access for road accident victimsThe Hindu · Business

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Bangladesh proposes death penalty for enforced disappearances

Bangladesh has proposed the death penalty for enforced disappearances through the Prevention and Remedies for Enforced Disappearance Act, following an inquiry into over 1,500 cases during Sheikh Hasina’s tenure. The draft also provides compensation to victims’ families from convicted offenders’ property.

International RelationsGS-II: Human rights—enforced disappearances; state obligations and accountabilityGS-II: Effect of internal repression/violence on international relations and diplomacyThe Hindu · International

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What’s missing in India’s cancer care ecosystem? Gender-intelligent oncology

The article argues that India’s cancer care has followed a one-size-fits-all model, overlooking gendered barriers to diagnosis and treatment. It highlights how modesty, autonomy, mobility, and care roles can delay care for women, while tobacco/alcohol-linked cancers affect men differently.

SocietyGS-II: Issues relating to health (gender disparities in access and outcomes)GS-III: Science & technology/health—cancer prevention, screening and healthcare deliveryThe Hindu · Sci-Tech

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Pakistan invites Iranian FM Araghchi for talks amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions

Pakistan invited Iran’s FM Abbas Araghchi for talks in Islamabad amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions, with efforts to position Islamabad as a diplomatic bridge. The outreach followed U.S. decision to call off planned strikes after regional appeals.

International RelationsGS-II: Bilateral relations and role of diplomacy in conflict managementGS-II: India’s interests in West Asia / regional dynamics (contextual)The Hindu · International

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Why is the new Indian Statistical Institute Bill drawing criticism? | Explained

The government has introduced the Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2026 to replace the 1959 Act governing ISI. The Bill has drawn criticism and protests over contentious provisions affecting the institute’s governance/academic autonomy.

GovernmentGS-II: Appointment/terms and functioning of statutory/regulatory bodies; issues in governanceGS-II: Parliament—Bills, legislative process and institutional reformsThe Hindu · Business

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