News: A BJP delegation met President Droupadi Murmu on November 5, 2026, seeking action on the recommendation to remove Kerala SPSC Chairman and members. About State Public Service Commission (SPSC) The SPSC is a constitutional body. It is responsible for conducting state-level recruitment examinations and advising the state government on public service matters. Constitutional Provision:… Continue reading State Public Service Commission (SPSC) and Removal of its Chairman
Category: Factly: Polity and Nation
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Polity and Nation. You can find all relevant Polity and Nation updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Ganga Water Treaty
News: Ahead of the Ganga Water Treaty’s expiry in December 2026, India reiterated that a structured mechanism exists to address the treaty’s requirements. About Ganga Water Treaty The Ganga Water Treaty is a 30-year bilateral agreement between India and Bangladesh. It governs the sharing of the Ganges River waters at the Farakka Barrage in West… Continue reading Ganga Water Treaty
Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak
News: The ‘Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak’ has been awarded to 490 personnel of various States/Union Territories (UTs)/Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)/Central Police Organisations (CPOs) for the year 2026. About Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak are medals given to recognize excellent work, promote high professional standards and boost the morale of the… Continue reading Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak
Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY)
News: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana on 28 October 2026. About Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY) Type: It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS). Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Panchayati Raj Aim: The scheme aims to transform Panchayats into empowered, self-reliant,… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PM VGSY)
Rhodamine-B
News: Uttar Pradesh’s Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) has issued guidelines to prevent the use of harmful industrial dyes in food such as Rhodamine-B and regulate the use of permitted food colours. About Rhodamine-B Rhodamine-B is a synthetic dye known for its bright pink colour. It serves as a colouring agent, producing red and… Continue reading Rhodamine-B
National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC)
News: Cabinet Secretary, Dr. T. V. Somanathan today chaired a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) to review preparedness for the impending cyclone in the Bay of Bengal. About National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) is India’s apex body for crisis command, response, and coordination during major natural or… Continue reading National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC)
Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026
News: The Indo-Pacific regional dialogue 2026 will be organised in New Delhi from November 3 to 5, 2026. About Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026 Indo-Pacific regional dialogue 2026 is an apex level international annual conference of the Indian Navy. Organised by: It is being organized by the Indian Navy in association with its knowledge partner, the… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2026
Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)
News: Maruti Suzuki India received a favourable ITAT order in tax matters covering eight financial years, with an estimated tax impact of ₹13,000 crore, including interest. About Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) is a quasi-judicial institution that hears appeals under direct tax laws. Establishment: It was established in January… Continue reading Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)
Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service
News: The Indian government has directed telecom service providers (TSPs) in the country to mandatorily enable Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service. About Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has directed all telecom service providers to introduce the Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service across all service areas from first November. Aim: It… Continue reading Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service
Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)
News: During the 21st Meeting of Maritime State Development Council, Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP), and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS), credit risk insurance products have been launched to support India’s shipbuilding industry. About Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS) Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy… Continue reading Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)
