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13 Aug 2026

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

US launches Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force

The United States launched the Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force in August 2026 to address misuse of US visas for birth tourism. The initiative was announced by the US State Department in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The task force will investigate visa fraud and networks facilitating birth tourism, and advise on enforcement measures and policy adjustments. The move aims to strengthen immigration enforcement and prevent misuse of visa policies, while safeguarding national security and labor market integrity. The development reflects ongoing international cooperation to address cross-border migration concerns and protect the integrity of visa programs. The policy is part of broader efforts to manage travel and security in North America and beyond.
  • US launches Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force in Aug 2026.
  • Announced by State Department with DHS.
  • Task force will investigate visa fraud and networks supporting birth tourism.
  • Aims to strengthen immigration enforcement and policy integrity.
  • Part of international cooperation on migration and visa governance.
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DEFENCE

IAF-RMAF bilateral drill Udara Shakti 2026 at Subang

Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 was a bilateral air exercise conducted between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) at Subang Air Base, Malaysia. The biennial drill involved aircraft, aircrew and joint operational training to improve interoperability and readiness. The IAF participated as it returns from Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia. The exercise focused on joint training, tactical coordination, air operations, search and rescue, and flight safety procedures. Officials said the drills strengthen defence cooperation between India and Malaysia, support regional stability, and provide practical experience in integrated air operations across varied weather and terrain.
  • Bilateral air exercise between IAF and RMAF conducted at Subang Air Base.
  • Udara Shakti 2026 is a biennial drill; IAF participated after Pitch Black 2026.
  • Focus on joint training, tactical coordination and air operations.
  • Exercises include search and rescue and flight safety procedures.
  • Aims to strengthen defence ties and interoperability with Malaysia.

NGOPV Shruti launched at GRSE, Kolkata

India's next-generation offshore patrol vessel (NGOPV), Yard 3037 named Shruti, was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, in August 2026. The vessel is part of the indigenous warship-building programme aimed at enhancing maritime security. The NGOPV project is being developed by GRSE and Goa Shipyard Limited. These vessels will strengthen the Navy’s offshore patrol and surveillance capabilities. Shruti joins a broader fleet expansion aimed at improving mission readiness and interoperability with allied navies. The launch underscores India's push to expand domestic shipbuilding for strategic needs. The project reinforces regional security collaboration.
  • Shruti is Yard 3037 NGOPV launched at GRSE, Kolkata.
  • Part of India’s indigenous warship-building programme.
  • Developed by GRSE in collaboration with Goa Shipyard Limited.
  • Aims to boost offshore patrol, surveillance and interoperability.
  • Highlights domestic shipbuilding capacity and strategic maritime security.

Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja named DGAFMS

Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja was appointed as the Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) in August 2026. The DGAFMS is the apex authority responsible for healthcare services and medical policies of the Indian Armed Forces. He will succeed Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin after her retirement. The appointment strengthens leadership in military healthcare management and policy implementation, including medical readiness, preventive care, and crisis response across the three services. Thareja's prior roles in the medical services are expected to shape strategic planning and resource allocation to address evolving medical needs of personnel and veterans. The government highlighted his experience in disaster medical response.
  • Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja appointed DGAFMS in Aug 2026.
  • DGAFMS oversees healthcare policies for the Armed Forces.
  • He succeeds Arti Sarin after retirement.
  • Role includes medical readiness, prevention and crisis response.
  • Expected to influence strategic planning and resource allocation.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards 2024–25 conferred

President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships (Akademi Ratna) and Akademi Puraskar for 2024 and 2025 in August 2026. A total of 115 artists were honoured for their outstanding contributions to performing arts, including music, dance, theatre and traditional arts. The ceremony took place at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The Akademi Ratna recognises lifetime achievement, while Akademi Puraskar honours significant artistic work. The awards highlight the diversity and richness of India's cultural heritage and celebrate artists who have shaped contemporary Indian performing arts through sustained excellence and innovation. The government announced plans to promote regional arts and provide more opportunities for emerging talent.
  • Sangeet Natak Akademi awards conferred for 2024 and 2025.
  • 115 artists honoured across music, dance, theatre and traditional arts.
  • Ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
  • Akademi Ratna for lifetime achievement; Akademi Puraskar for notable work.
  • Plans to promote regional arts and support emerging talent.
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

India expands e-visa entry points to 88 designated points

India expanded its designated entry network for foreign nationals holding e-visas by adding 11 new entry points in August 2026. The expanded network now totals 88 designated e-visa entries, comprising 37 airports, 38 seaports, and 13 land ports. The newly added points include Bhopal and Tirupati airports, along with nine land ports across multiple states. The expansion aims to improve travel convenience and enhance tourism connectivity across states. The update comes as part of ongoing efforts to liberalize visa processes and support inbound tourism, with officials citing smoother customs and faster entry for eligible foreign visitors.
  • India added 11 new e-visa entry points in August 2026, reaching 88 total.
  • Total breakdown: 37 airports, 38 seaports, 13 land ports.
  • New entries include Bhopal and Tirupati airports; nine land ports added.
  • Aims to ease travel and strengthen tourism connectivity.
  • Part of visa liberalization and inbound tourism measures.

Karnataka launches Tathyakosh public data portal

Karnataka launched the public data portal Tathyakosh.in in Bengaluru in August 2026. Developed by the ACSEL Technology Forum in collaboration with the IIT Alumni Centre Bengaluru, the platform functions as an open-source digital public good. It provides access to more than 1.5 million datasets from hundreds of public repositories. The portal aims to improve data discovery and accessibility for citizens and institutions, enabling researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze trends and inform decisions. It also supports transparency and evidence-based governance by centralizing diverse data sources in a single interface. The launch is part of Karnataka's open data initiative to empower local governance. More datasets are planned in the coming months.
  • Tathyakosh.in launched in Bengaluru as an open-data portal.
  • Developed by ACSEL Technology Forum with IIT Alumni Centre Bengaluru.
  • Provides access to over 1.5 million datasets from many repositories.
  • Aims to enhance data discovery and governance transparency.
  • Part of Karnataka’s open data initiative; more datasets planned.

AP signs with CSIR-NGRI for critical minerals in Kadapa Basin

The Government of Andhra Pradesh signed an agreement with CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) to explore critical minerals such as lithium and gallium in the Kadapa Basin. The Department of Mines and Geology aims to map and assess mineral deposits to support clean energy technologies, electronics manufacturing and advanced industries. The collaboration will involve geophysical surveys, exploratory drilling, and data sharing to strengthen India’s critical mineral supply chain. Officials say the project aligns with national policies to secure strategic minerals, attract investment, and enhance regional development while promoting sustainable extraction practices and environmental safeguards. The initiative forms part of a broader push to diversify India's mineral sources and reduce import dependency.
  • AP signs agreement with CSIR-NGRI to explore critical minerals in Kadapa Basin.
  • Focus on lithium and gallium for clean energy and electronics.
  • Involves geophysical surveys, drilling and data sharing.
  • Aims to strengthen India’s critical mineral supply chain.
  • Part of broader policy to diversify minerals and reduce imports.
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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION

World Organ Donation Day observed on August 13

World Organ Donation Day 2026 is observed annually on August 13 to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation. The day highlights the role of donors in saving lives and aims to remove myths and misconceptions related to transplantation. Across the globe, various awareness programs are conducted to encourage people to pledge donation and to provide accurate information about organ retrieval, waiting lists, and transplantation. Governments, hospitals, and NGOs use campaigns, schools, and media outreach to promote donor registration, ethical practices, and family discussions about organ donation. In India, authorities emphasise consent and timely retrieval to maximise outcomes. Public awareness campaigns continue to engage healthcare workers and communities.
  • World Organ Donation Day is observed on August 13 each year.
  • Aims to raise awareness and dispel myths about donation.
  • Global programs promote donor registration and informed decisions.
  • Emphasis on consent and timely organ retrieval in India.
  • Campaigns engage healthcare workers and communities.
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LAW AND CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

D. Y. Chandrachud appointed arbitrator in Ukraine dispute

Russia appointed former Chief Justice of India D. Y. Chandrachud as an arbitrator in a Ukraine–Russia investment dispute filed by Ukraine's state-owned bank, Oschadbank. The arbitration concerns claims over assets and operations affected during the Russia–Ukraine conflict. Chandrachud will serve on a three-member arbitral tribunal. The case is being heard under the 1998 Ukraine–Russia Bilateral Investment Treaty. The appointment marks another instance of Indian jurists participating in international commercial arbitration and reflects ongoing use of dispute resolution under bilateral investment treaties. The outcome could influence cross-border investments and energy projects in the region, depending on the tribunal's findings and rulings.
  • D. Y. Chandrachud appointed as arbitrator in Ukraine-Russia dispute.
  • Case under the 1998 Ukraine–Russia Bilateral Investment Treaty.
  • Chandrachud serves on a three-member arbitral tribunal.
  • Demonstrates Indian jurists' role in international arbitration.
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