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Prepare for TNPSC Group 1, Group 2/2A, Group 4 and VAO examinations with the most important current affairs from July 26 to 31, 2026. This weekly revision covers National News, Tamil Nadu News, International Affairs, Environment, Science & Technology, Economy, State News, Important Days, Persons & Awards and important one-liners.
This blog provides a quick revision of the most important current affairs, while the complete detailed notes and practice questions are available in the downloadable TNPSC Weekly Current Affairs PDF.
1. TOP 10 IMPORTANT CURRENT AFFAIRS
1. India’s “White Gold” – Cotton
- India is the world’s largest cotton-growing country by area.
- Cotton cultivation area – 114.84 lakh hectares.
- Mission for Cotton Productivity target – 498 lakh bales by 2031.
2. BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme
- Union Cabinet approved the scheme with an outlay of ₹3,030 crore.
- Three dedicated chemical parks will be established.
- Implementation period – 2026–27 to 2030–31.
3. India’s Renewable Energy Capacity
- Installed wind power capacity – 57,443 MW.
- India ranks 4th globally in wind energy installations.
- Renewable energy capacity reached 288.58 GW.
4. Examination Reforms Task Force
- High-powered task force announced for examination reforms.
- Headed by Nandan Nilekani.
- Focus – transparency, credibility and use of technology in examinations.
5. Keeladi – 11th Phase Excavation
- More than 1,300 artefacts were recovered.
- Brick structures, terracotta pipeline and drainage system were found.
- Excavation conducted by the Tamil Nadu State Department of Archaeology. Pasted markdown
6. Tamil Nadu Female Labour Force
- Tamil Nadu accounts for 40% of women directly employed in Indian factories.
- Coimbatore female LFPR – 41.3%.
- Madurai female LFPR – 37%. Pasted markdown
7. Sariska Tiger Reintroduction
- World’s first successful scientific reintroduction of tigers into a landscape of local extinction.
- Sariska now supports 56 tigers.
- India has 58 tiger reserves.
8. India’s Indigenous Small Modular Reactors
- India plans at least five indigenous SMRs by 2033.
- BARC is designing three reactor types.
- India targets 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047.
9. RBI Financial Inclusion Index 2026
- Financial Inclusion Index reached 70.0 in March 2026.
- It was 67.0 in March 2025.
- Index covers Access, Usage and Quality.
10. Investment Friendliness Index
- Gujarat ranked 1st.
- Maharashtra ranked 2nd.
- Tamil Nadu ranked 3rd.
- The first-ever index was released by NITI Aayog.
2. NATIONAL NEWS – QUICK REVISION
| Topic | Important Points |
|---|---|
| India’s “White Gold” – Cotton | India ranks 1st globally in cotton cultivation area • Area – 114.84 lakh hectares • Mission target – 498 lakh bales by 2031 |
| BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme | Outlay – ₹3,030 crore • 3 chemical parks • Implementation – 2026–27 to 2030–31 |
| Bharat Tex 2026 | Held in Delhi • Participation from 138 countries • Organised by BTTF with Ministry of Textiles support |
| Telecom Network Survey | Covers 5.68 lakh villages • Department of Posts + TRAI • Over 1.4 lakh Gramin Dak Sevaks involved |
| Vishwas Scheme 2026 | One-time dispute resolution scheme by EPFO • Focus on damages and penalty disputes • Faster digital settlement |
| National Honour Amendment Bill | Legal protection for Vande Mataram • Proposed punishment – up to 3 years imprisonment, fine, or both |
| Renewable Energy | Wind capacity – 57,443 MW • Renewable capacity – 288.58 GW • India ranks 4th globally in wind energy installations |
| Examination Reforms | Task force headed by Nandan Nilekani • Focus on transparency, credibility and technology in examinations |
| Public Examinations Amendment Bill | Maximum punishment – 10 years imprisonment • Fine up to ₹50 lakh • Special Fast Track Courts proposed |
| Anhydrous Ammonia | Approved as fertiliser for 3 years • 82% nitrogen • Urea – about 46% nitrogen |
3. TAMIL NADU CURRENT AFFAIRS – QUICK REVISION
Tamil Nadu-related current affairs are particularly important for TNPSC aspirants
Keeladi Excavation
- 11th phase excavation underway.
- More than 1,300 artefacts recovered.
- Brick structures, drainage and terracotta pipeline found.
Seventh State Finance Commission
- Tenure extended to 31 December 2026.
- Chairman – K. Allaudin.
- Reviews finances of local bodies.
Revenue Augmentation Committee
- Chairman – Montek Singh Ahluwalia.
- Focus – strengthening Tamil Nadu’s revenue base.
- Duration – 3 months.
Female Labour Force
- Tamil Nadu accounts for 40% of women directly employed in Indian factories.
- Coimbatore – 41.3% LFPR.
- Madurai – 37% LFPR.
Property Rights for Hindu Daughters
- Madras High Court ruling.
- Daughter must have been alive on September 9, 2005 for equal coparcenary rights.
Neyyar Water Dispute
- Dispute between Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
- About 9,000 acres in Kanniyakumari were beneficiaries.
- Case pending before the Supreme Court.
4. INTERNATIONAL CURRENT AFFAIRS – QUICK REVISION
Europe’s Water Crisis
- Danube, Rhine, Elbe and Loire affected by drought.
- Danube reached its lowest level in 30 years in Romania.
India–Romania Strategic Partnership
- President Droupadi Murmu visited Romania.
- First Indian Presidential State Visit in nearly 3 decades.
- 2028 – India–Romania Year of Innovation.
South-North Commission
- Launched at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference.
- Co-chaired by Olaf Scholz and Laura Chinchilla.
- Modelled on the 1977 Brandt Commission.
BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction
- 3rd Ministerial Meeting held in New Delhi.
- BRICS DRR Work Plan – 2025–2028.
- Six knowledge products launched.
BRICS Health Ministers’ Meeting
- Held in Chandigarh.
- BRICS Mission for Healthy Lifestyle launched.
- NIMHANS to coordinate Mental Wellness network.
US Tariff on India
- US imposed 10% tariff on imports from India.
- Announced under Section 301 of Trade Act, 1974.
Yemen–Saudi Arabia
- Houthi militia attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.
- Around 12% of world trade usually passes through Bab el-Mandeb.
US–Saudi Nuclear Deal
- Deal for a civilian nuclear programme.
- Based on a 123 Agreement.
Rome Declaration
- Calls for banning autonomous systems from accessing nuclear launches.
- Focuses on AI governance and nuclear disarmament.
5. ENVIRONMENT CURRENT AFFAIRS
INvenTree-meta
- India’s largest meta-dataset of tree inventory studies.
- Covers 465 studies.
- Compiled by NCBS and partner institutions.
Sariska Tiger Reintroduction
- World’s first successful scientific tiger reintroduction.
- Sariska now supports 56 tigers.
Campus Biodiversity Register
- Launched by NCF and NBA.
- Documents biodiversity on educational campuses.
Dudhwa Rhinos
- Rhino population increased to 53.
- Dudhwa Tiger Reserve is in Uttar Pradesh.
India’s First Night Safari
- Kukrail, Lucknow.
- India’s first urban night safari.
- World’s 5th such project.
Mettur Otters
- Smooth-coated otters found in Mettur Dam and Cauvery stretches.
- IUCN status – Near Threatened.
White-bellied Heron
- Only 6–9 individuals remain in India.
- IUCN status – Critically Endangered.
Malvi Camel
- Classified as Endangered.
- Population – 102.
Kunming-Montreal Framework
- Contains 23 biodiversity targets.
- Current progress is not on track for 2030 targets.
6. SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Boomerang Nebula
- Coldest known natural object.
- Temperature – about −272°C.
- Located around 5,000 light-years away.
Zinc-Air Battery
- Low-cost battery technology developed by Indian scientists.
- IIT Madras developing a 1 kWh rechargeable prototype.
Small Modular Reactors
- India plans at least 5 indigenous SMRs by 2033.
- National nuclear capacity target – 100 GW by 2047.
Borophene Green Lubricant
- Developed by IASST, Guwahati.
- Reduced friction by about 42%.
Blue Straggler Star
- Indian astronomers discovered an actively forming Blue Straggler Star.
- Provides evidence about its formation process.
Andromeda Galaxy
- Star formation declining for 500 million years.
- Located around 2.5 million light-years from Earth.
7. ECONOMY CURRENT AFFAIRS
E-commerce FDI
- FDI rules relaxed for export-oriented e-commerce.
- Inventory-based model allowed for exports of domestically manufactured goods.
RBI Financial Stability Report
- Positive outlook on India’s banking sector.
- Concerns include cyber threats, geopolitical risks and unsecured loans.
Financial Inclusion Index
- Increased to 70.0 in March 2026.
- March 2025 – 67.0.
Electronic Gold Receipts
- NSE announced EGRs.
- Represent ownership of physical gold stored in accredited vaults.
Natural Gas Futures
- India’s first domestic benchmark-based Natural Gas Futures Contract.
- Trading symbol – NATGASIND.
Investment Friendliness Index
- Gujarat – 1st.
- Maharashtra – 2nd.
- Tamil Nadu – 3rd.
8. STATE NEWS – QUICK REVISION
Puga Valley
- India commissioned its first and deepest geothermal well.
- Located in Ladakh.
Bihar River Interlinking
- 68.80 km Belwa-Minapur Link Channel inaugurated.
- Bihar’s first completed river-linking project.
9. IMPORTANT DAYS – JULY 25 TO 30, 2026
| Date | Important Day |
|---|---|
| July 25 | World IVF Day |
| July 25 | International Day for Judicial Well-being |
| July 26 | Kargil Vijay Diwas |
| July 26 | International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystem |
| July 27 | CRPF Day |
| July 28 | World Hepatitis Day |
| July 28 | World Nature Conservation Day |
| July 29 | International Tiger Day |
| July 30 | International Day of Friendship |
| July 30 | World Day Against Trafficking in Persons |
10. PERSONS & AWARDS
Ajit Doval
- Selected for Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026.
Lovlina Borgohain
- Won bronze in women’s 75 kg boxing at CWG 2026.
Viswanathan Anand
- Took charge as Interim President of FIDE.
Anahat Singh
- First Indian to win the World Junior Squash Individual Championship 2026.
Mirabai Chanu
- Won gold in women’s 48 kg weightlifting at CWG 2026.
- Third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold.
Anurag Jain
- Appointed CEO of NITI Aayog.
Sarnath
- Inscribed as India’s 45th UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Henley Passport Index 2026
- India ranked 81st.
- Singapore ranked 1st.
Samudra Pradakshina
- India’s first Tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition completed.
Sant Guru Ravidas
- 650th birth anniversary commemorations from July 29, 2026 to February 20, 2027.
11. TNPSC QUICK REVISION – 15 ONE-LINERS
- India ranks 1st globally in cotton cultivation area – 114.84 lakh hectares.
- BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme outlay – ₹3,030 crore.
- Bharat Tex 2026 had participation from 138 countries.
- India’s village-level telecom survey covers 5.68 lakh villages.
- Vishwas Scheme 2026 is a one-time dispute resolution scheme by EPFO.
- India’s installed wind power capacity – 57,443 MW.
- Examination Reforms Task Force is headed by Nandan Nilekani.
- Keeladi 11th phase excavation recovered 1,300+ artefacts.
- Tamil Nadu accounts for 40% of women directly employed in Indian factories.
- Sariska Tiger Reserve currently supports 56 tigers.
- Boomerang Nebula temperature – about −272°C.
- India plans at least 5 indigenous SMRs by 2033.
- RBI Financial Inclusion Index reached 70.0 in March 2026.
- Tamil Nadu ranked 3rd in NITI Aayog’s Investment Friendliness Index.
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