Current Affairs 23 July 2026: Top 19 National & International Updates

Current Affairs

1. Tamil Nadu renames CM breakfast scheme after K. Kamaraj)

The Tamil Nadu government has renamed the Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme as Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme in honour of former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj who had changed school education in the state. Kamaraj is known for his focus on education and efforts to inspire children to go to school like school lunch schemes.

The scheme has been renamed but it’s for the same purpose. It will continue to provide nutritious morning meals to pupils in government primary schools, helping to improve attendance, learning results and child nutrition.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• State : Tamil Nadu
• Renamed 2026 Jul 22
• New Name : Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Breakfast Scheme
• Release Date: September 2022 (Original)
• Target group: Government primary school students
• Goal: Increase school attendance and provide healthy breakfast
• Name after : Former CM K.Kamaraj

2. China Successfully Launches Gravity-1 Rocket

The successful launch of the Gravity-1 carrier rocket, which delivered nine satellites to their respective orbits, is another milestone for China’s space program. The mission demonstrates the growing competence of the country in commercial space technologies and satellite launch services.

The successful launch also emphasises the growing role of private and commercial aerospace companies in China’s burgeoning space industry supporting communication, research and Earth observation missions.

Key Points for Current Affairs

• Country China China
• Rocket Gravity-1:
• Launch date: 22 July 2026
• 9 satellites launched
• Mission: Satellite launch success
• Significance: Boosts China’s commercial space program

3. Lovlina Borgohain wins India’s first medal at CWG 2026

Indian boxing star Lovlina Borgohain made history by becoming the first Indian athlete to win a medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Under tournament rules, she is already guaranteed a bronze medal for reaching the semi-finals of her event.

Lovlina’s performance has started India’s campaign at the Commonwealth Games on a high note and has yet again shown her consistency at major international sporting events.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Player: Lovlina Borgohain (Wrestling)
• Sport: Boxing
• Event: Commonwealth Games 2026
• Location – Glasgow, Scotlan
• Result: India’s first confirmed medal at the Games
• Semi-final: Match

4. Gujarat rolls out Samras Vidsayetu mega campaign

Gujarat government has launched the Samras Vidyasetu Mega Campaign to re-admit the children who have left the education system into the schools. The campaign seeks to identify school dropouts through surveys and community outreach and assist them to return to school.

The officials want all eligible children to be given a chance to continue his studies especially the children in Classes 1 to 12.

Key points for Current Affairs

• Gujarat State
• Campaign: Samras Vidyasetu Mega Drive
• Launch date: July 22, 2026
• More than 80,000 children not in school.
• Coverage Grades 1 to 12
• Objective: Re-enroll children into schools

5. Indian-American Amish Shah wins Democratic primary in Arizona

Indian-American doctor Amish Shah has won the Democratic nomination for Arizona’s 1st Congressional District. His win is another big step for the Indian-American community, which has seen increasing representation in American politics in recent years.

Shah is a physician and a prominent political figure in Arizona who has served multiple terms in public office.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Winner: Amish Shah
• Occupation: Emergency Room Doctor
• Country: USA
• Party: Democratic
• District: Arizona 1st Congressional District
• Importance: Enhances the representation of Indian-Americans in American politics.

6. Safran, HAL in long term deal for LEAP engine components

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Safran aviation Engines have inked a long-term production contract for turbine ring forgings for LEAP aviation engines. The pact is intended to boost India’s participation in the global aerospace supply chain and help build sophisticated aviation engines.

The deal also reflects growing cooperation between India and France in aviation and defence sectors. India aims to boost its industrial capacity and venture into new areas of aerospace engineering by producing high-precision engine components domestically.

Key points for Current Affairs

• Companies: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Safran Aircraft Engines
• Date agreed 22 Jul 2026
• Product: LEAP engine turbine ring forgings.
• Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
• Objective: Enhance India’s Aerospace Manufacturing Ecosystem
• Importance: Bolsters India’s role in global aviation supply chain

7. ‘Let’s Fix Our Food’: Consortium Launches National Nutrition Policy Document

The Let’s Fix Our Food Consortium, under the leadership of ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), has developed a policy document to improve India’s nutrition and food systems. This report discusses the promotion of healthier eating habits and nutrition-related diseases and sustainable food choices in the country.

The paper calls on governments, researchers, health care professionals and communities to work together to strengthen nutrition policies to improve public health.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Lead Agency: ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN)
• Published on 22 July 2026
• Place of Release : Delhi
• Focus: Nutrition policy and healthy food systems
• Objective: To improve public nutrition and support healthy diets
• Significance: Promotes Public Health and Nutrition Reforms

8. Indian Railways has emerged as the second largest electrified rail network in the world

Indian Railways has electrified 99.6% of its broad gauge railway network and is the second largest electrified railway system in the world. This milestone is the result of years of investment in railway infrastructure and modernisation.

Increased electrification will reduce dependence on diesel locomotives, reduce operating costs, improve energy efficiency and help India meet its environmental sustainability goals.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Organization: Indian Railway
• 99.6 % Broad-Gauge Electrification
• Global Rank Second largest electrified main-line rail network
• Benefits Reduced fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Industry: Rail Infrastructure
• What difference? cleaner, more efficient rail services

9. Rajasthan launched Mukhyamantri Yuva Suyog platform

The Rajasthan Government has launched the Mukhyamantri Yuva Suyog Platform, a digital platform to connect the state’s youth to opportunities in jobs, skill development, sports and entrepreneurship.

A one-stop place for the youth to go through government schemes, training programmes and career related materials to improve their abilities and employment opportunities.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• State : Rajasthan
• Platform: Mukhyamantri Yuva Suyog Platform
• Intended Audience: Youth
• Focus Areas: Skill Development, Jobs, Sports & Entrepreneurship
• Objective: To increase youth involvement in development programmes
• Benefit: Easy access to government opportunities and services

10. BRICS Network University Boosts Academic Cooperation

Member countries of the BRICS Network University (BRICS NU) have committed to strengthening cooperation in higher education by promoting academic exchange, joint research and institutional partnership.

The latest talks, sponsored by India, were on boosting cooperation among universities in BRICS countries to promote innovation, knowledge sharing and research excellence.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Organization: BRICS Network University (BRICS NU)
• Presented by: India
• Focus: Collaboration in Higher Education
• Main areas: Joint research, institutional cooperation, academic mobility
• Objective: To promote the dissemination of knowledge among the BRICS countries
• Importance: Promotes academic collaboration globally

11. Jharkhand signs MoU with SRFTI for setting up state’s first film institute

Jharkhand has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) for the promotion of film and media education. The deal will create the state’s first dedicated film and TV institute, and open up new opportunities for aspiring filmmakers, actors, cinematographers and media professionals.

The proposed institute will provide professional training, develop local talent and expand Jharkhand’s presence in the creative and entertainment industry in India.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• State : Jharkhand
• Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) as Partner Institution
• Date of Agreement Signature: 22 July, 2026
• Objective: To establish 1st Film & Television institute in Jharkhand
• Focus: Film, TV & Media Education
• Importance: Supports the growth of the state’s creative industry, skills development

12. Killai village: First climate resilient village of Tamil Nadu

The Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission has announced Tamil Nadu’s first fully functional Climate Resilient Village in Killai, Cuddalore district. This project aims to enhance the resilience of rural communities to climate change through sustainable development and better disaster preparedness.

The initiative involves water conservation, climate-smart agriculture, renewable energy adoption and community-based disaster management that are helping the villagers to adapt to changing environmental conditions.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Village Killai.
• District : Cuddalore
• Country : US
• The Tamil Nadu Action Plan on Climate Change
• Focus: climate resilient and sustainable development in rural areas
• Importance: First climate resilient village in Tamilnadu

13. Digital India Symposium on RISC-V 2026 @ IIT Madras

3rd Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) Symposium 2026 at IIT Madras The symposium will bring together researchers, industry leaders, policy makers and technology professionals to deliberate on the latest development in indigenous processor technologies

The symposium will focus on enhancing the RISC-V open-source processor architecture, which will promote innovation in semiconductor design and will drive India’s aspiration of being self-reliant in advanced electronics and chip manufacturing.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Host Institute: Indian Institute of Technology Madras
• 3rd Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) Symposium, 2026
• Dates: 1-2 August 2026
• Research Park of IIT Madras, Chennai
• Semiconductor innovation, concentration in RISC-V architecture
• Goal: To foster research in electronics and indigenous processors

14. Chhattisgarh okays 10 pc quota for Agniveers

The Chhattisgarh Cabinet has approved 10 per cent reservation for Agniveers in direct recruitment to select Class-III government posts after completion of their military service. The move is aimed at providing better employment prospects to the erstwhile Agniveers and help them transition to civilian careers.

The policy also recognises the discipline, leadership skills and professional experience from military service.

Key Points for Current Affairs

• State: CG
• Agniveers Target Audience:
• Reservation: 10% –
• Related Posts: Selected Class-III Government Posts
• Decision Date: 22 July 2026
• Objective: To create employment opportunities after service.

15. Andhra Pradesh starts blockchain pilot for Mee Bhoomi

The Andhra Pradesh Government has initiated the Mee Bhoomi Blockchain Pilot Project to digitise land records through blockchain technology. The project seeks to mitigate the risk of fraud and ownership disputes by providing tamper-proof transparent and secure digital land records.

Blockchain can be used to securely record every land transaction. This would help in increasing transparency and improving the efficiency of property related services to the residents.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• State: Andhra Pradesh(AP)
• Project: Mee Bhoomi Blockchain Pilot
• Technology Used : Block chain
• Goal: Secure digital management of land records
• Benefits: Records cannot be changed, more transparency, fewer disputes over land
• Significance Supports land administration and digital governance reforms.

16. President Droupadi Murmu unveils bust of Mahatma Gandhi in North Macedonia

On her official visit to North Macedonia, President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the Museum of the City of Skopje. The ceremony, attended by North Macedonian president Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, stressed the common values of peace, non-violence and international brotherhood.

The inauguration of the Gandhi bust is expected to further cement the cultural ties between India and North Macedonia and take the Gandhian ideals to the world.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Droupadi Murmu President of India
• Host Country Macedonia
• Skopje
• City Museum of Skopje
• Co-Hosted With: President of the Republic of North Macedonia Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova
• Cultural diplomacy and strengthening bilateral relations

17. India, Panama to enhance cooperation in trade, digital connectivity

India and Panama have agreed to work for greater bilateral cooperation in a number of key sectors such as commerce, investment, logistics, maritime connectivity and digital infrastructure. Both countries discussed new opportunities for economic partnerships and greater commercial ties in high-level talks.

They also talked about how they could work together more in shipping, digital technologies and investment, with both sides saying they wanted to build a stronger long-term partnership.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Countries: Panama & India
• Priority areas: trade, investment, logistics, maritime cooperation and digital connectivity.
• Objective: Improving bilateral economic relations
• Significance: Promote business, investment and strategic cooperation
• Enhanced multi-sectoral collaboration

18. Anurag Jain new NITI Aayog CEO

Anurag Jain, a 1989 batch IAS officer, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NITI Aayog by the Government of India for a period of two years. He heads the most important public policy think tank in government, an influential institution in policy-making, economic planning and development initiatives.

Anurag Jain has a vast experience in administration and is expected to continue the policy reforms and implementation of major national development initiatives.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Name : Anurag Jain.
• Designation : Chief Executive Officer (CEO), NITI Aayog
• Service : IAS 1989 batch
• Date of appointment: 22 July 2026
• Length: 2 years
• Role: Lead policy development and planning efforts

19. DRDO bags big contracts for AEW&C Mk II Programme

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has entered into two major contracts for the Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) Mk-II Programme. It’s another key step in strengthening India’s defence capabilities.

The plan is intended to improve India’s airborne surveillance, early threat detection and command-and-control systems. Once operational, the upgraded platform will enhance the Indian Armed Forces’ capability to monitor the air space, detect potential threats and coordinate defence operations more efficiently.

Key Point for Current Affairs

• Organization: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
• Program AEW&C Mk-II
• Dated: 22nd July, 2026
• Industry: Army
• Objective: Enhance airborne surveillance and early warning capabilities
• Significance: Enhances India’s defence capabilities and national security