Daily current affairs

Short summaries with exam relevance and source links. Updated every morning.

PM-SHRI scheme expanded to 25,000 schools
13 May 2026
UPSC
SSC
Education

The Centre announced expansion of the PM Schools for Rising India (PM-SHRI) scheme to 25,000 schools by 2027. The scheme aims to develop "model" schools showcasing NEP 2020 implementation.

India launches PM Vidya Lakshmi portal for student loans
11 May 2026
UPSC
SSC
Banking

Ministry of Education revamped the PM Vidya Lakshmi portal, offering single-window education loan applications across 13 PSU banks. Subsidized interest rates for income-based eligible students.

Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship: 2 lakh village leaders trained
11 May 2026
UPSC
SSC
Governance

IIM-Bangalore reported completion of training 200,000+ rural leaders under the Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship — a 2-year program for district magistrates' staff and community workers. Focus: SDG implementation, evidence-based governance.

India hosts International Buddhist Confederation Summit
10 May 2026
UPSC
International Relations
Education

India hosted the International Buddhist Confederation Summit in Bodh Gaya with delegates from 35 nations. Theme: "Buddha Path for World Peace and Climate Justice." Boost to soft-power diplomacy.

NEET PG 2026 results released; AIIMS Delhi tops institutional rankings
10 May 2026
SSC
Banking
Education

NBEMS released NEET PG 2026 results. Cut-off lowered to 200 marks for general category to accommodate post-graduate seat shortage. AIIMS Delhi retained No. 1 in NIRF medical rankings.

CBSE announces 6+3+3+4 curriculum aligned with NEP 2020
10 May 2026
UPSC
SSC
Education

CBSE board released the new 6+3+3+4 curriculum structure (foundational 3-8 yrs; preparatory 8-11; middle 11-14; secondary 14-18) fully aligned with NEP 2020. Begins academic year 2027.

India hosts South Asian University Federation summit
10 May 2026
UPSC
International Relations
Education

India hosted the first South Asian Universities Federation summit at IIT Delhi with vice-chancellors of 50+ universities from SAARC nations. Theme: research collaboration, faculty exchange, recognition of degrees.

PM launches PM POSHAN extension to higher classes
9 May 2026
UPSC
SSC
Banking

PM POSHAN (formerly Mid-Day Meal) extended from primary (Classes 1-8) to upper-primary and secondary (Classes 9-12). Outlay: ₹54,061 crore till 2030. Covers 14.5 crore students.

India hosts first National Conclave on Tribal Education
9 May 2026
UPSC
SSC
Education

Ministry of Tribal Affairs hosted the first National Tribal Education Conclave in Bhubaneswar. Discussions on Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), mother-tongue instruction, and integrating tribal knowledge in NEP 2020.

CBSE introduces three-language digital report cards
7 May 2026
SSC
Banking
Education

CBSE rolled out digital report cards in English, Hindi, and a regional language across 27,000+ affiliated schools. Reports are stored on DigiLocker for permanence.

NEET UG 2026 result declared; AIR-1 from Tamil Nadu
4 May 2026
SSC
Banking
Education

NTA declared NEET UG 2026 results. The cut-off for general category dropped slightly compared to 2025. AIR-1 was secured by a candidate from Tamil Nadu with 715/720.