Daily Current Affairs โ€” 25 July 2026

๐Ÿ“… Published 25 July 2026 ยท Current affairs compiled for 25 July 2026

Daily Current Affairs ยท 25 July 2026

10 fully-analysed topics ยท 30 bilingual MCQs ยท 3 embedded videos ยท built for UPSC Prelims & Mains

๐Ÿ“š 10 Topics
๐ŸŽฏ 30 MCQs
๐ŸŽฌ 3 Videos
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Hindi + English
Polity: 6 ยท History: 3 ยท Economy: 1

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UPSC Current Affairs MCQ โ€” 25 July 2026

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๐Ÿ“ฐ Today’s Top 5 Current Affairs
#01
Polity

PM Announces Fast-Track Courts to Tackle Public Examination Paper Leaks

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

The Prime Minister of India announced the establishment of Fast-Track Courts (FTCs) to ensure swift and stringent punishment for individuals and syndicates involved in public examination paper leaks.

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  • This policy directive comes in response to the massive nationwide protests over irregularities in the NEET-UG 2026 examination.
  • Subsequently, the Delhi High Court constituted a Special Fast-Track Court to exclusively try offences under the Public Examinations (Prevention ofโ€ฆ
  • The Prime Minister of India announced the establishment of Fast-Track Courts (FTCs) to ensure swift investigation and speedy trials in publicโ€ฆ
  • While FTCs provide timely judicial remedies, preventing paper leaks requires broader institutional reforms, including strengthening the Nationalโ€ฆ
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  • About: Fast-Track Courts (FTCs) are specialized judicial mechanisms established to expedite the trial and disposal of specific
  • Constitutional Backing: The Supreme Court has repeatedly read the right to a speedy trial into Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty) (e.g.
  • No Single Central Act: Unlike regular courts governed strictly by uniform codes of criminal procedure
  • Heinous Crimes & Long-Pending Disputes: The Eleventh Finance Commission (2000โ€“2005) first recommended the establishment of Fast Track Courts (FTCs)โ€ฆ
  • The scheme was launched following the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018 and the Supreme Court's Suo Motu Writ (Criminal) No. 1 of 2019
  • In 2017, the Supreme Court of India directed the central government to set up special fast-track courts to speed up criminal trials against Membersโ€ฆ
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Key Stakeholders
Supreme CourtHigh CourtParliamentFinance CommissionPrime MinisterCBI
๐ŸŽฏ UPSC Relevance

Shift to multi-shift Computer-Based Tests (CBTs) to localize and contain the impact of any potential breach.

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#02
Polity

Fast Track Special Courts

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

The extension of the Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) Scheme till March 2026 aims to ensure speedy and time-bound justice in cases of rape andโ€ฆ

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  • About: It is a centrally sponsored scheme under the Ministry of Law & Justice that aims to establish FTSCs under the Nirbhaya Fund
  • UTs with legislatures follow a 60:40 ratio, while those without legislature get full central funding.
  • Case Backlogs: India's courts face a growing backlog of rape and POCSO cases, increasing from 2,81,049 in 2020 to 4,17,673 by the end of 2022.
  • Timely Justice: The POCSO Act, 2012, mandates Special Courts to complete trials within one year of taking cognizance of the offense.
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  • Deterrence: Harsh punishment deters crime, but its impact depends on timely trials and swift justice for victims.
  • FTSCs boast a 96.28% disposal rate in 2024, and over 3 lakh cases have been disposed of collectively by FTSCs since its launch.
  • Low Number of FTSCs: Although 1,023 FTSCs were sanctioned, only 747 FTSCs are operational as of December 2024
  • Maharashtra and Punjab have high case disposal rates, while West Bengal has the lowest leading to disparities in justice delivery.
  • Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centers to provide a supportive environment for survivors.
  • Female Public Prosecutors and Counselors to assist victims in navigating the legal process.
๐Ÿ“ Quick Check

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#03
History

National Testing Agency

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

Recently, the National Testing Agency (NTA) released the NEET UG results, drawing attention to the unusually high number of candidates scoring a perfect 720/720 and the controversial near-perfect scores of 718 or 719.

โœ… Quick Facts
  • The National Medical Commission (NMC) is responsible for laying down policies for maintaining high quality and high standards in medical educationโ€ฆ
  • About: The National Testing Agency (NTA) was established as a Society registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act, of 1860.
  • It is an autonomous and self-sustained testing organisation to conduct entrance examinations for admission in higher educational institutions.
  • NTA is chaired by an eminent educationist appointed by the Ministry of Human Resource Development.
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  • The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be the Director-General to be appointed by the Government.
  • There will be a Board of Governors comprising members from user institutions.
  • To identify partner institutions with adequate infrastructure from the existing schools and higher education institutions that would facilitate theโ€ฆ
  • To create a question bank for all subjects using modern techniques.
  • To establish a strong R&D culture as well as a pool of experts in different aspects of testing.
  • To collaborate with international organisations like ETS (Educational Testing Services).
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#04
Polity

SC on the Right to Travel Abroad vs. Speedy Trial

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to travel abroad under Article 21 is not absolute and must be balanced against the victim's right to a speedy trial and the larger interests of criminal justice.

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  • The Supreme Court set aside a Telangana High Court order that allowed an accused businessman to travel to the US for medical treatment
  • Constitutional Premise: The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that while the right to travel abroad is an intrinsic component of 'Personal Liberty'โ€ฆ
  • The Doctrine of Balancing: When criminal proceedings are pending against an individual
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Key Stakeholders
Supreme CourtHigh Court
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#05
Economy

Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

Recently, the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024, has been introduced in Lok Sabha, aiming to prevent "Unfair Means" inโ€ฆ

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  • Issues Arising Out of Design & Implementation of Policies
  • The Bill, once it becomes law, will also serve the important function of being "a model draft for States to adopt at their discretion".
  • Instances of Question Paper Leaks: There have been a very large number of cases of question paper leaks in recruitment exams across the country inโ€ฆ
  • The leaks touched the lives of at least 1.51 crore applicants for about 1.2 lakh posts.
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  • Malpractices in public examinations lead to delays and cancellation of examinations, adversely impacting the prospects of millions of youth.
  • At present, there is no specific substantive law to deal with unfair means adopted or offenses committed.
  • Identifying and effectively addressing elements that exploit vulnerabilities within the examination system is crucial through comprehensive centralโ€ฆ
  • The objective of the Bill is to bring greater transparency
  • The Bill is aimed at effectively and legally deterring persons
  • Defines Public Examination: Under Section 2(k)
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๐Ÿ“– More Current Affairs Coverage
#06
Polity

NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak: Crisis in Indiaโ€™s Examination System

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

The National Testing Agency (NTA) cancelled the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 examination following allegations of a major paperโ€ฆ

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  • The controversy has reignited concerns over transparency and systemic failures in India's exam ecosystem
  • Structural and Statutory Limitations: The "Society" vs
  • Without a dedicated, permanent institutional cadre, building a long-term "culture of secrecy" and specialized expertise in psychometrics and securityโ€ฆ
  • If one link in the chain breaks, the entire national system collapses
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  • Outsourcing the Un-outsourcing-able: Critical tasks like printing, warehousing, and transportation are often outsourced to private third-party vendors
  • "Center-Level" Weakness: Many national exams are held in private schools or "unverified" colleges that lack standardized security infrastructure (e.g.
  • OMR Paradox: While OMR-based tests are cost-effective for millions
  • Hacking vs. Leaking Trade-off: Transitioning to Computer-Based Testing (CBT) solves the physical paper-leak problem but introduces "remote-access"โ€ฆ
  • Digital Infrastructure Gap: India lacks enough government-owned, high-capacity digital testing centers
  • The National Testing Agency can conduct computer-based tests for only around 1.5 lakh candidates in a single shift
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Key Stakeholders
ISROParliamentCBI
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Which statement correctly describes NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak: Crisis in Indiaโ€™sโ€ฆ?

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#07
Polity

POCSO Act

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

Recently, the Ministry of Women and Child Development has informed the Lok Sabha that the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Actโ€ฆ

โœ… Quick Facts
  • About: POCSO Act came into effect on 14th November 2012 which was enacted in consequence to India's ratification of the UN Convention on the Rightsโ€ฆ
  • The aim of this special law is to address offences of sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of children
  • The Act defines a child as any person below the age of 18 years. The Act provides punishment as per the gravity of offence
  • The Government of India has also notified the POCSO Rules, 2020.
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  • Gender-Neutral Nature: The Act recognizes that both girls and boys can be victims of sexual abuse and that such abuse is a crime regardless of theโ€ฆ
  • There is sufficient general awareness now to report cases of sexual exploitation of children not only by individuals but also by institutions asโ€ฆ
  • The storage of child pornography material has been made a new offence.
  • Further, the offence of 'sexual assault' has been defined in explicit terms (with increased minimum punishment) unlike an abstract definition ofโ€ฆ
  • Interim Compensation and Special Relief Rule-9 of the POCSO Rules allows the Special Court to order interim compensation for the child's needsโ€ฆ
  • Under the POCSO Rules, the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) may recommend immediate payment for essential needs like food, clothes, and transportationโ€ฆ
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Key Stakeholders
CWCSupreme CourtLok Sabha
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#08
Polity

Overhauling IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

Recently, the Union Home Minister introduced three bills in the Lok Sabha that aim to repeal and replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Code ofโ€ฆ

โœ… Quick Facts
  • The Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita Bill, 2023, which will replace the IPC, 1860
  • The Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023, which will replace the CrPC, 1898
  • The Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023, which will replace the Evidence Act, 1872
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC) is the official criminal code of India drafted in 1860 in the wake of the first law commission established in 1834 under theโ€ฆ
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  • Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) provides procedures for administering criminal law in India
  • The Indian Evidence Act, originally passed in India by the Imperial Legislative Council in 1872, during the British Raj, contains a set of rules andโ€ฆ
  • The bill defines terrorism and offenses such as separatism
  • It repeals the offense of sedition, which was widely criticized as a colonial relic that curbed free speech and dissent.
  • It prescribes capital punishment as the maximum sentence for mob lynching, which has been a menace in recent years.
  • It proposes 10 years imprisonment for sexual intercourse with women on false promise of marriage
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#09
History

Dark Net

๐Ÿ“ฐ Why in News

Recently, the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET-UG) and University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) exam paper leaks onโ€ฆ

โœ… Quick Facts
  • Dark Net: The dark net is a concealed section of the internet that regular search engines do not index
  • It was initially developed to facilitate secure, anonymous communication, primarily for government and military use
  • Malware flourishes on the dark net, where it is actively traded on certain platforms, providing cybercriminals with tools for launching cyberattacks
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#10
History

Quantum Key Distribution

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Recently, the government has inaugurated C-DOT's (Centre for Development of Telematics) Quantum Communication Lab and unveiled the indigenously developed Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) solution.

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  • The government has also allocated USD 1 billion for the National Mission on Quantum Technologies and Applications spanning over a period of 8 years.
  • About: QKD, also called Quantum Cryptography, is a mechanism to develop secure communication.
  • It provides a way of distributing and sharing secret keys that are necessary for cryptographic protocols
  • Cryptographic algorithms and protocols are necessary to keep a system secure
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  • In the QKD, encryption keys are sent as 'qubits' (or quantum bits) in an optical fibre
  • QKD allows two distant users, who do not share a long secret key initially, to produce a common, random string of secret bits, called a secret key.
  • Qubits: Conventional computers process information in 'bits' or 1s and 0s
  • Quantum computers compute in qubits. They exploit the properties of quantum mechanics
  • Because of quantum superposition, a quantum computer โ€” if it works to plan โ€” can mimic several classical computers working in parallel.
  • Need: QKD is essential to address the threat that rapid advancement in Quantum Computing poses to the security of the data being transported byโ€ฆ
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Simple Current Affairs MCQ โ€” 25 July 2026

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