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India's First AI University to Open in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra government has approved the establishment of India's first dedicated Artificial Intelligence University in Navi Mumbai. The university will offer specialized courses in AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science.
Key Points:
- Location: Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Courses: AI, ML, Data Science, Robotics
- Expected Opening: Academic Year 2026-27
- Collaboration with IIT Bombay for curriculum
Exam Relevance: UPSC, MPSC, Banking, SSC
PM Modi Launches 'Digital India 2.0' Programme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the second phase of Digital India programme with focus on AI governance, cybersecurity, and digital skilling for 10 crore youth.
Key Points:
- Budget: ₹25,000 Crore allocated
- Target: 10 crore youth to be digitally skilled by 2028
- Focus Areas: AI, Cybersecurity, Blockchain
- Special emphasis on Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities
Exam Relevance: UPSC CSE, RBI Grade B, SBI PO
🌍 International News
India Elected as Non-Permanent Member of UN Security Council
India has been elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the term 2026-2027, receiving 184 out of 193 votes.
Key Points:
- Term: 2026-2027 (2 years)
- Votes Received: 184/193
- India's 8th term as non-permanent member
- Focus Areas: Counter-terrorism, Climate Change
Exam Relevance: UPSC, State PCS, SSC CGL
🏅 Sports News
India Wins Record 107 Medals at Asian Games 2026
India achieved its best-ever medal tally at the Asian Games 2026 held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, winning 107 medals including 32 Gold.
Medal Tally:
- 🥇 Gold: 32 | 🥈 Silver: 38 | 🥉 Bronze: 37
- Rank: 4th in overall medal tally
- Top Sport: Athletics (18 medals)
Exam Relevance: All Competitive Exams
💰 Economy & Banking
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.25%
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.25% for the fourth consecutive time.
Key Rates:
- Repo Rate: 6.25% (Unchanged)
- Reverse Repo Rate: 6.00%
- CRR: 4.5%
- GDP Growth Projection: 6.8% for FY 2025-26
Exam Relevance: RBI Grade B, SBI PO, IBPS, UPSC
🔬 Science & Technology
ISRO Successfully Launches Chandrayaan-4 Mission
ISRO successfully launched Chandrayaan-4, India's first sample return mission to the Moon, using LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota.
Key Points:
- Launch Vehicle: LVM3-M4
- Mission: Lunar sample collection and return
- Landing Site: Near Moon's South Pole
- Mission Duration: 45 days
Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, State PCS
📚 Exam-Specific Updates
NTA Announces Major Changes in NEET UG 2026 Pattern
The National Testing Agency has announced key changes in NEET UG exam pattern effective from 2026.
Changes:
- Total Questions: Reduced from 200 to 180
- Exam Duration: 3 hours (reduced from 3 hrs 20 min)
- Optional Questions in Section B removed
- More competency-based questions to be added
Important for: NEET UG 2026 Aspirants
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