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Census 2027 self-enumeration process begins in Chennai
The self-enumeration phase for the upcoming Census 2027 has commenced in Chennai, marking a significant shift towards digitalization in India's decennial population count. Residents can voluntarily register their household details on the official census portal before the traditional house-to-house enumeration begins.
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Must ReadIndia’s first private orbital rocket Vikram-1 set for lift-off
Skyroot Aerospace, a private Indian space company, is set to launch Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, from the [Satish Dhawan Space Centre] in Sriharikota. This launch, occurring exactly 46 years after India's first experimental SLV-3 launch, marks a significant milestone in India's space sector privatization, enabled by recent policy reforms and overseen by [IN-SPACe].
Read on The HinduDive Into Study Notes![Illustration about Science & Technology: The [National Remote Sensing Centre] (NRSC), a vital part of [ISRO], announced the upcoming launch of the Oceansat-3A sa](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstorage.googleapis.com%2Fprepdose-article-images%2Fdaily-read%2F2026-07-18%2Foceansat-3a-likely-to-be-launched-by-year-end-says-nrsc-director-6ec24c9d.png&w=1200&q=75)
Must ReadOceansat-3A likely to be launched by year-end, says NRSC Director
The [National Remote Sensing Centre] (NRSC), a vital part of [ISRO], announced the upcoming launch of the Oceansat-3A satellite and inaugurated the NICES-Coastal Observation Research Laboratory (CORAL) at Andhra University. This new facility will provide essential 'ground-truth' data to support [ISRO]'s ocean observation programs, focusing on marine ecosystem health, the blue economy, and disaster risk reduction.
Read on The HinduDive Into Study Notes![Illustration about Parliament & Legislature: The central government has deferred the adoption of reports by [Joint Parliamentary Committees] on two contentious bills](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstorage.googleapis.com%2Fprepdose-article-images%2Fdaily-read%2F2026-07-18%2Fanother-bill-put-on-hold-as-centre-seeks-regional-parties-backing-for-womens-quota-delimitation-fd833c86.png&w=1200&q=75)
Must ReadAnother bill put on hold as Centre seeks regional parties’ backing for women’s quota, delimitation
The central government has deferred the adoption of reports by [Joint Parliamentary Committees] on two contentious bills: the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill and the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill (concerning ministers arrested for serious offenses). This strategic delay aims to secure the support of regional and smaller political parties for pushing through two other crucial legislations: the implementation of the women's reservation law and a forthcoming [Delimitation] bill.
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Must ReadCentre concedes to States’ demands on Higher Education Bill
The [Union Education Ministry] has conceded to several demands raised by State governments regarding the proposed [Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill]. In response to concerns over centralization of power, the [Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC)] reviewing the Bill has recommended crucial amendments, particularly requiring State concurrence for decisions affecting State-affiliated colleges and limiting the Centre's superseding powers.
Gujarat tops NITI Aayog's Investment Friendliness Index 2026
Gujarat has secured the top rank in [NITI Aayog]'s inaugural Investment Friendliness Index for major states, scoring 56.6 and outperforming Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. The index evaluates 17 major states across 84 indicators spanning the entire investment lifecycle.
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Must ReadA trade deal that tests India’s competitive confidence
The article analyzes the recently implemented Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between India and the UK. It highlights the benefits of duty-free access for Indian labor-intensive exports and the strategic importance of lowering import tariffs to boost domestic manufacturing competitiveness.
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Must ReadU.S. airstrikes on Iran appear to have damaged Chabahar port; India says no damage to its terminal
Recent U.S. airstrikes in Iran have reportedly damaged a surveillance tower at the Chabahar port.
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ImportantDelimitation not just an INDIA bloc issue, concerns our Constitutional framework’ says Congress’ K.C. Venugopal
This excerpt highlights an interview with a prominent opposition leader regarding key issues expected to be raised in the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament. The focal points include the controversial push for delimitation linked to the [Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023] (Women's Reservation Act), concerns over the integrity of national examinations due to paper leaks, and potential issues regarding ethanol blending in vehicle fuel.
Read on The HinduDive Into Study Notes![Illustration about Industry & Manufacturing: The Union Cabinet has approved the second phase of the [India Semiconductor Mission] with an outlay of Rs 1,27,500 crore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstorage.googleapis.com%2Fprepdose-article-images%2Fdaily-read%2F2026-07-18%2Fa-semiconductor-vision-beyond-the-factory-floor-bb0cd3dd.png&w=1200&q=75)
Must ReadA semiconductor vision beyond the factory floor
The Union Cabinet has approved the second phase of the [India Semiconductor Mission] with an outlay of Rs 1,27,500 crore. This phase marks a strategic shift from merely setting up fabrication plants to building a comprehensive semiconductor ecosystem, emphasizing chip design, raw materials, and R&D.
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