Monday, May 11

Daily Current Affairs: 11 May 2026

Daily current affairs for 11 May 2026 with exam-focused key facts, connected news context, and revision notes for UPSC, SSC, banking and government exams.

Editorial note for exam revision Last updated: 11 May 2026. This briefing is structured for current affairs revision, with key updates and related coverage links to help readers connect recurring topics across days.

Today at a glance

Top current affairs to revise

  1. US Department of Labour (DOL) proposes 30 per cent increase in minimum wages for H1B workers
  2. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report reveals non-tariff measures impose higher trade costs than tariffs for 88% of countries.
  3. State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) Clears ₹2,200 Crore Royal Enfield (RE) Investment in Andhra Pradesh
  4. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) System and Mandatory e-KYC for Ration
  5. DHruva and DigiPIN: Digital Address System for Improved Postal Delivery
  6. One-Time Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme 2026: Reduced Payment for Pending Challans in Bihar

US Department of Labour (DOL) proposes 30 per cent increase in minimum wages for H1B workers

Key Updates:

  • The US Department of Labour (DOL) proposed a rule on March 27 to increase minimum wages for H1B visa program employees by 30 per cent over previously fixed limits.
  • The proposed rule is titled 'Improving Wage Protections for the Temporary and Permanent Employment of Certain Foreign Nationals in the United States'.
  • The DOL seeks to increase the prevailing wage for entry-level workers from USD 73,279 to USD 97,746, representing a hike of 33.39 per cent.
  • The proposed changes will affect the H1B, H1B1, E-3, and PERM labour certification programmes.
  • A presidential order issued on September 19, 2025, had previously imposed a USD 100,000 fee for H-1B candidates located outside the US.

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United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report reveals non-tariff measures impose higher trade costs than tariffs for 88% of countries.

Key Updates:

  • UNCTAD's May 2026 report titled 'Invisible Barriers: The Costs of Non-Tariff Measures' finds that non-tariff measures (NTMs) now generate higher export costs than tariffs for 88% of countries globally.
  • Developing economies face a 'double burden' as global tariffs on exports rose by 16% for developing countries and 18% for least developed countries (LDCs) in 2025.
  • Improving transparency around trade regulations could reduce trade costs linked to non-tariff barriers by nearly 19%, according to the report.
  • LDCs lose around 10% of their exports to G20 markets due to inability to comply with NTMs, and they accounted for only 1.1% of world exports in 2024.
  • Stronger international regulatory cooperation could lower NTM-related trade costs by 15% to 30%, as estimated by UNCTAD.

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State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) Clears ₹2,200 Crore Royal Enfield (RE) Investment in Andhra Pradesh

Key Updates:

  • RE, a brand under Eicher Motors Ltd (EML), will invest ₹2,200 crore in two phases, with completion targets of 2029 and 2032, to establish a manufacturing facility and vendor park in Andhra Pradesh.
  • The project marks the first manufacturing expansion for RE outside Tamil Nadu since the brand commenced its operations in the state in 1955.
  • The facility, spanning 276 acres in Vanelluru and Rallakuppam villages of Satyavedu in Tirupati district, aims to increase RE's annual capacity by 900,000 motorcycles from the current 1.46 million units.
  • The SIPB cleared the proposal which is estimated to create 5,000 jobs, supporting RE's 88% domestic market share in the mid-size motorcycle segment.
  • Tamil Nadu recorded the highest real Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) growth rate among Indian states in FY25 at approximately 11.19%.

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Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) System and Mandatory e-KYC for Ration

Key Updates:

  • The Department of Civil Supplies has directed beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY) to complete mandatory e-KYC registration for the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) system.
  • The CBDC system was introduced in the Union Territory of Puducherry on 26 February 2026, replacing the previous Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) - Cash model.
  • Under the new scheme, beneficiaries are issued a digital currency (e-wallet) that remains valid for a period of three months from the date of issuance.
  • Beneficiaries must visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) with their Aadhaar and Ration cards to complete the e-KYC process free of cost.
  • The digital currency provided through the e-wallet is specifically intended for purchasing ration, such as rice, within the three-month validity period.

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ECINet KYC module launched for Assembly elections 2026 (Start of April)

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DHruva and DigiPIN: Digital Address System for Improved Postal Delivery

Key Updates:

  • The Department of Posts (DoP) has completed the first trial of the Digital Hub for Reference and Unique Virtual Address (DHruva).
  • The pilot project for DHruva was conducted across five states with approximately 30 users utilizing speed post services.
  • The system incorporates the Digital Postal Index Number (DigiPIN), which identifies exact locations using grid squares measuring 4 metres by 4 metres.
  • Each location under the DigiPIN system is assigned a unique 10-character alphanumeric code.
  • A nationwide rollout of the digital address system is expected within approximately one-and-a-half years.

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One-Time Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme 2026: Reduced Payment for Pending Challans in Bihar

Key Updates:

  • The Bihar government introduced the One-Time Traffic Challan Settlement Scheme, 2026 to dispose of pending traffic challan matters with a reduced amount.
  • The settlement of challans under this scheme will be conducted during the National Lok Adalat on May 9, 2026.
  • The Patna High Court directed that payments for the settlement must be made through online deposit facilities, prohibiting the use of cash.
  • The Transport Department is required to notify registered vehicle owners about the reduced challan amounts and event details via mobile phones or contact numbers.
  • The Bihar State Legal Services Authority (BSLSA) suggested the establishment of help and coordination desks to verify documents including registration certificates, driving licenses, and challan notices.

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Election Commission of India (ECI) Lifts Model Code of Conduct (MCC) Following 2026 Assembly Elections

Key Updates:

  • The ECI announced the lifting of the MCC across Assam, Keralam, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and the Union Territory (UT) of Puducherry.
  • The MCC ceased to be in operation following the declaration of results for the 2026 General Election to the Legislative Assemblies by the respective Returning Officers.
  • The MCC was also lifted for by-elections held in the Assembly Constituencies of Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland, and Tripura.
  • The MCC remains in force in the 144-Falta Assembly Constituency in West Bengal, where fresh voting is scheduled for 21 May 2026 and counting for 24 May 2026.
  • The ECI ordered fresh polling for all 285 polling stations in Falta due to severe electoral offences and subversion of the democratic process on 29 April 2026.

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Indian Coast Guard commissions ICGS Achal into North West fleet on May 9, 2026

Key Updates:

  • On May 9, 2026, Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Achal was commissioned at Goa Shipyard Limited by Additional Secretary & DG (Acquisition) A. Anbarasu in the presence of senior officials.
  • ICGS Achal is an Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessel designed and built by Goa Shipyard Limited with over 50 per cent indigenous components.
  • The 51-metre vessel is powered by two 3000 kW advanced diesel engines, achieving a top speed of 27 knots and an operational endurance of 1500 nautical miles.
  • It is armed with a 30 mm CRN-91 gun and two 12.7 mm Stabilised Remote-Controlled Guns, and features an Integrated Bridge System and Integrated Machinery Control System.
  • The ship will be stationed at Vadinar, Gujarat, under Commander Coast Guard Region (North West), commanded by Commandant (JG) Naveen Kumar with a complement of 5 officers and 34 personnel.

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India and Suriname Review Bilateral Ties During 9th Joint Commission Meeting in Paramaribo on 7 May 2026

Key Updates:

  • External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar and Suriname Foreign Minister Melvin Bouva co-chaired the 9th Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) in Paramaribo during a three-nation tour including Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago.
  • A six-point roadmap was proposed focusing on people-to-people ties, development projects, defence cooperation, trade, tourism, and sharing India’s digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) expertise.
  • India offered new lines of credit for priority projects and highlighted development cooperation such as a passion fruit processing unit under the India Caribbean Community (CARICOM) initiative.
  • EAM Jaishankar paid tribute at the Monument for the Fallen Heroes in Mariënburg, honouring those who lost their lives in the 1902 uprising against colonialism.
  • Suriname’s engagement with India includes participation in the International Solar Alliance (ISA), the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), and the India United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

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India conducts maiden test of nuclear-capable ICBM off Odisha coast on 9 May 2026

Key Updates:

  • Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the maiden test of a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) off the coast of Odisha.
  • The Agni-6 missile possesses a strike range of over 10,000 km and utilizes Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology.
  • The development of ICBM technology demonstrates mastery in re-entry technology, guidance systems, and complex rocket propulsion.
  • DRDO and the Indian Air Force (IAF) jointly conducted the first flight-trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation weapon off the Odisha coast.
  • The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation weapon is an indigenous modular range extension kit used to convert unguided warheads into precision-guided weapons.

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China Confirms On-Site Technical Support to Pakistan During Operation Sindoor

Key Updates:

  • China confirmed providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during a four-day conflict with India known as Operation Sindoor.
  • Technical support was provided by Zhang Heng, an engineer from the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute.
  • The Pakistan air force operates a fleet of J-10CE jets produced by an AVIC subsidiary.
  • Deputy Chief of Army Staff Lt General Rahul R Singh asserted that China used satellites to monitor Indian military deployment during the conflict.
  • Reports indicate that China plans to sell the J-35 stealth bomber to Pakistan.

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China launches Pakistani satellite PRSC-EO3 (Start of May)

China launched the Pakistani satellite PRSC-EO3 from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in Shanxi Province. The satellite was launched using a Long March-6 carrier rocket.

India and Australia hold 10th Defence Policy Talks in New Delhi on May 8

Key Updates:

  • The 10th Australia-India Defence Policy Talks were held in New Delhi on May 8, led by Joint Secretary Amitabh Prasad for India and First Assistant Secretary Bernard Philip for Australia.
  • The Ministry of Defence (MoD) noted the establishment of the annual Australia-India Defence Ministers' Dialogue in 2025.
  • India will make its inaugural participation in Exercise Talisman Sabre and Exercise Puk Puk in 2025.
  • Both nations reaffirmed maritime collaboration through multilateral engagements including Exercise Milan and Exercise Kakadu.
  • Defence industrial cooperation initiatives include the first Australia-India Defence Industry Roundtable in Sydney in 2025 and a strategic roundtable held during the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi.

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Bangladesh measles outbreak kills at least 38 children in 2026, driven by vaccine gaps and malnutrition

Key Updates:

  • Bangladesh is facing a worsening measles outbreak that has claimed at least 38 children this year.
  • Health officials reported that 21 of the deaths occurred in March alone, though the actual toll could be higher due to incomplete reporting.
  • The outbreak has spread across multiple districts including Dhaka, Mymensingh, Rajshahi and Chattogram.
  • Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain stated that no measles vaccinations have been administered in the country over the past eight years.
  • Health experts warn that declining vaccination rates, vaccine shortages, and malnutrition are fuelling the surge in fatalities.

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Global Mumps Resurgence reported with 100,000 cases in 2025 (Start of March)

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Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) launches 'Road RADAR' initiative for real-time pollution monitoring

Key Updates:

  • The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) launched 'Road RADAR' (Real-time Air Pollution Detection Across Roads) to strengthen on-ground monitoring and rapid redressal of air pollution sources across the city's road network.
  • Under the initiative, 13 surveyors will cover approximately 18,000 km of roads spanning the jurisdictions of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), Public Works Department (PWD), and Delhi Cantonment Board.
  • Surveyors will use the MCD-311 mobile application to conduct geo-tagged field surveys, with each surveyor tasked to raise at least 70 geo-located, photographic pollution-related issues daily to reach a collective target of around 1,000 issues.
  • The programme tracks 11 categories of air pollution sources: road dust from unpaved roads, broken footpaths, dividers and potholes; sand or loose material piled on roadsides; unregulated parking lots; garbage, including overflowing 'dhalaos' and roadside waste; biomass, garbage and plastic burning on roadsides; construction and demolition waste; barren roadsides and central verges requiring greening; dust from construction sites; and other dispersed sources of air pollution.
  • Identified issues are automatically routed via the MCD-311 App to concerned authorities, including MCD, PWD, Delhi Development Authority (DDA), Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC), Central Public Works Department (CPWD), Indian Railways, and other urban local bodies.

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James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Analyses Surface Composition of Super-Earth LHS 3844 b

Key Updates:

  • Researchers used the Mid Infrared Instrument (MIRI) on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to study the geological properties and surface composition of the rocky exoplanet LHS 3844 b.
  • LHS 3844 b is a rocky super-Earth 30% larger than Earth, situated 48.5 light-years away, which orbits a cool red dwarf star once every 11 hours.
  • The planet is tidally locked and lacks an atmosphere, resulting in a constant dayside with an average temperature of approximately 1000 Kelvin (725 Degrees Celsius).
  • Data from MIRI and the Spitzer Space Telescope indicate the surface likely consists of dark basalt or magmatic rock rich in magnesium and iron, rather than an Earth-like silicate-rich crust.
  • The JWST is an international collaboration led by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) alongside the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).

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Delhi uses processed legacy waste from Bhalswa landfill to reclaim waterlogged land in North-West Delhi

Key Updates:

  • Authorities in Delhi are using processed legacy waste from the Bhalswa landfill to fill waterlogged low-lying areas in Roop Vihar and Sharma Colony.
  • The initiative serves two purposes: reducing the burden on the Bhalswa landfill and gradually restoring habitable ground in north-west Delhi.
  • The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has set a target to completely flatten and clear the Bhalswa site by December 2026.
  • The reclaimed land from the Bhalswa site is slated for public welfare activities, including a new Inter State Bus Terminal.
  • Processed legacy waste is being used to reclaim waterlogged land in north-west Delhi, addressing both landfill management and land restoration.

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United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Activates Level 3 Emergency Response for Hantavirus Outbreak

Key Updates:

  • The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has classified the hantavirus outbreak response as a Level 3 emergency activation.
  • The emergency response was triggered following international concerns linked to an outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
  • The outbreak involves the Andes strain of hantavirus, which is the only known variant capable of limited human-to-human transmission.
  • Hantavirus typically spreads through the inhalation of contaminated particles from infected rodent urine, saliva, or droppings.
  • Severe cases of the infection can lead to Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS), a potentially fatal respiratory illness that can cause respiratory failure and shock.

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Pentagon Declassifies Files on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP)

Key Updates:

  • The Pentagon has begun releasing files on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), with the effort led by the White House, the Director of National Intelligence, the Energy Department, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
  • The initial release consists of 162 files, including State Department cables, FBI documents, and NASA transcripts from crewed space flights.
  • A NASA photograph from the 1972 Apollo 17 mission shows three dots in a triangular formation, which a preliminary analysis suggests could be a physical object.
  • Congress established an office in 2022 to declassify UAP material, leading to a 2024 report that identified hundreds of new incidents.
  • The Pentagon's 2024 report stated there is no confirmed evidence that the United States government has recovered alien technology or confirmed the existence of alien life.

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Researchers Recommend Critically Endangered Status for Timor Green Pigeon

Key Updates:

  • The Timor green pigeon (Treron psittaceus) is a fruit-eating bird species endemic to the island of Timor, encompassing eastern Indonesia and Timor-Leste.
  • Researchers from Charles Darwin University (CDU) and BirdLife International have proposed up-listing the species from Endangered to Critically Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.
  • A longitudinal study conducted between 2002 and 2025 estimates that fewer than 500 individuals remain in Timor-Leste, while the population in Indonesia is considered functionally extinct.
  • Approximately 82% of recorded sightings occurred within protected areas, specifically the Nino Konis Santana National Park in Timor-Leste, which was established in 2008.
  • The species belongs to the Columbidae family and inhabits the Wallacea biogeographical zone, where it serves as a vital frugivore for seed dispersal and forest regeneration.

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Invasive Buff-tip Moth threatens Ladakh's farm-based economy

Key Updates:

  • Scientists have recorded the presence of the invasive moth Phalera cf. bucephala, commonly known as the buff-tip moth, in the Suru Valley of the Kargil district in Ladakh.
  • The research findings were published in the Journal of Threatened Taxa by a team from Government Degree College Zanskar, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil-I, and Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).
  • The larvae of the buff-tip moth are voracious feeders capable of causing complete defoliation of host plants, such as Salix alba (white willow), within a period of 30 days.
  • The moth infests various vegetation including poplar, sessile oak, apple, mountain ash, and walnut, and has been observed covering the valley from Minjee to Parkachik.
  • Experts link the arrival and establishment of this invasive species to climate change and gradual warming observed in the traditionally cold desert of Ladakh over the past two decades.

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Q Manivannan Elected Member of the Scottish Parliament

Key Updates:

  • Q Manivannan, an Indian-origin transgender candidate, was elected as a Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP).
  • Manivannan won a seat representing the Scottish Greens in the Edinburgh and Lothians East region.
  • Originally from Tamil Nadu, Manivannan is an anthropologist and poet who moved to Scotland in 2021 to study international relations at the University of St Andrews.
  • Manivannan was elected to public office without holding citizenship or permanent residency of the United Kingdom (UK).
  • The candidacy was enabled by a rule change by the Scottish National Party (SNP) government allowing individuals with any valid visa to stand for election.

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Kuljeet Kaur Marhas elected Fellow of The Meteoritical Society

Key Updates:

  • Kuljeet Kaur Marhas became the first Indian woman to be elected as a Fellow of The Meteoritical Society for 2026.
  • She is a professor in the Planetary Science Division at the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in Ahmedabad and a scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
  • She is the third Indian scientist to receive this honour, following Devendra Lal and JN Goswami.
  • Her research involves using Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS) and nanoSIMS techniques to analyse isotopic signatures in extraterrestrial materials.
  • She is a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) and a recipient of the Devendra Lal Memorial Medal.

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Krishi Sakhi Initiative Launched to Empower Women Farmers (End of March)

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Jayen Mehta Elected as Chairman of SPCDF

Key Updates:

  • Jayen Mehta has been elected as the Chairman of the SPCDF.
  • The election for the position of Chairman was conducted unanimously.
  • Mehta currently holds the post of Managing Director (MD) at the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF).

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Richard Lewer won Archibald Prize 2026

Key Updates:

  • Richard Lewer won the $100,000 Archibald Prize 2026 for his portrait of Pitjantjatjara elder and traditional healer Iluwanti Ken.
  • The award was presented by the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW).
  • The winning work is the fifth painting of a First Nations person to win the Archibald Prize in its 105-year history.
  • Gaypalani Waṉambi won the $50,000 Wynne Prize for her metal sculpture titled The Waṉambi tree.
  • Lucy Culliton won the $40,000 Sulman Prize for her painting titled Toolah, artist model.

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World Art Day observed on April 15 (Mid of April)

World Art Day is observed on April 15. The global observation celebrates culture, creativity, and artistic expression worldwide.

Sir David Attenborough Honoured on 100th Birthday

Key Updates:

  • Sir David Attenborough is a veteran broadcaster and environmentalist born on 8 May 1926 in west London.
  • He joined the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) in 1952.
  • The Natural History Museum named a species of parasitic wasp, Attenboroughnculus tau, after him.
  • The Attenboroughnculus tau is native to the Patagonian lakes of Chile.
  • Other species named after him include a wildflower, butterfly, grasshopper, dinosaur, and ghost shrimp.

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Desmond Morris Dies Veteran Zoologist and Author (End of April)

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Vikram Doraiswami appointed India's envoy to China

Key Updates:

  • Vikram Doraiswami presented a copy of his credentials to Assistant Foreign Minister Hong Lei of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China.
  • Doraiswami is a 1992-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer.
  • Prior to his posting to Beijing, he served as India's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom.
  • He is a Mandarin speaker and has previously served at diplomatic missions in Hong Kong and Beijing.
  • The appointment comes amid efforts to normalise relations following a military standoff in eastern Ladakh in April 2020.

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Bihar Police Reform: Abolition and Merger of Vigilance Investigation Cadre

Key Updates:

  • The Bihar Government has abolished the separate Vigilance Investigation Cadre and absorbed its personnel into the Bihar Police under the control of the Home Department.
  • The reform was implemented under the provisions of the Bihar Police Act 2007 to ensure uniformity in the state policing system and streamline administrative efficiency.
  • Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) rank officers from the vigilance wing will be inducted into the Bihar Police Service, with seniority counted from their initial appointment.
  • Police inspectors and sub-inspectors from the 2014 and 2023 batches will be absorbed into equivalent posts within the Bihar Police structure.
  • Absorbed officers will be placed after the last-ranked officers of their respective batches in the recommendation lists of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) and Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC).

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Four Labour Codes: Consolidation of 29 Labour Laws and Universal Social Security

Key Updates:

  • The Central Government has fully operationalised four labour codes: the Code on Wages, 2019 (CW), the Industrial Relations Code, 2020 (IRC), the Code on Social Security, 2020 (CSS), and the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (OSHWCC).
  • These four codes, which came into effect on 21 November 2025, consolidate 29 existing labour laws into a simplified framework to ensure minimum wage and universal social security for all workers.
  • The legal framework mandates the establishment of a National Reskilling Fund (NRF) to be utilised for reskilling workers who lose their jobs.
  • Key provisions under the CW, IRC, CSS, and OSHWCC include mandatory appointment letters, free health check-ups for workers aged 40 years and above, and equal work, pay, and opportunity for women.
  • The rules cap weekly working hours at 48 hours, mandate at least one rest day per week, and require payment of overtime for work performed beyond standard hours.

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