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The most important current affairs of 13 August 2026, curated for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams.

1. Parliamentary Panel Flags Curriculum Gap Due to NCERT Textbook Delays in CBSE Classes 9-12

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity

Parliamentary panel highlights curriculum-implementation gap in CBSE Classes 9-12 due to NCERT textbook delays and application-based exams, stressing academic

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2. Zelenskyy Urges US to Sell 10% Patriot Missiles to Counter Russian Strikes

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance

Ukraine seeks 10% of US Patriot missile stockpile to counter Russian ballistic attacks amid severe shortages. Zelenskyy warns of intensified strikes and civil

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3. Parliament Q&A on Nuclear Power Projects: Key Updates for Banking & SSC Exams

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

Parliament Q&A reveals key updates on India’s nuclear power projects, including delays, costs, and completion timelines for RAPP, KKNPP, and PFBR units. Essen

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4. Forward Bloc Urges Modi to Accept Mukherjee Commission Report on Netaji’s Disappearance

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance

Forward Bloc demands Modi accept Mukherjee Commission report on Netaji’s disappearance, halt Renkoji ashes move. Seeks declassification of files and fresh pro

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5. Youth Launch Global AI Standards at UN Summit for Future Governance

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Science & Technology

UN Youth Summit in New York launches Youth-led AI Policy Declaration to shape global AI governance, aligning with SDGs and Global Digital Compact for future j

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6. UN Report: Al-Qaeda Affiliate Behind Delhi Red Fort Blast Killing 15

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance

UN confirms Al-Qaeda offshoot responsible for Delhi’s Red Fort blast that claimed 15 lives. Key details on terror group’s involvement and security implication

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7. NITI Aayog’s Key Sectors to Make India a Global Manufacturing Hub

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

NITI Aayog identifies 4 high-potential sectors—chemicals, textiles, telecom & PV manufacturing—to position India as a global manufacturing hub, boosting GDP &

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8. Supreme Court Rules: No GST Arrests Without Communicating Order & Reasons

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity

SC mandates GST authorities to communicate arrest orders and ‘reasons to believe’ before detaining individuals, crucial for anticipatory bail applications und

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9. 73% Students Drop Out Before Class 12: Parliamentary Panel Report Alarms Education System

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance

Parliamentary Panel report reveals 73% dropout rate before higher secondary; student count drops from 6.18 crore to 1.64 crore. Key findings for Banking, SSC

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10. Shiv Sena Split: SC on Anti-Defection Law & 18 August Hearing

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity

Supreme Court hears Shiv Sena split case: Kapil Sibal argues against weakening anti-defection law. Key hearing on 18 August. Know SC’s role in Maharashtra pol

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11. Kerala Assembly Row: Governor Slams UDF Over Partial Vande Mataram Playback

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar criticizes UDF govt for Kerala Police band playing only part of Vande Mataram at Assembly session. BJP accuses UDF of yieldin

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12. Parliamentary Panel Warns of NCERT Textbook Delay for Class 9-12 Exams

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity

Parliamentary panel flags delay in NCERT textbooks for Classes 9-12 despite NEP 2020 curriculum changes, impacting board exam prep. Key for SSC, RBI Grade B a

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13. SEBI’s Accredited Investor Framework Review: Public Comments Invited

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy

SEBI invites public comments on its Consultation Paper to review the Accredited Investor Framework, aiming to enhance investor protection and market efficienc

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14. ICP 2.0: Digital Boost to India’s Cultural Heritage for Banking Exams

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Art & Culture

ICP 2.0, launched in March 2026, enhances digital access to India’s cultural heritage with AI chatbots, multilingual support, and PWA. Key for SSC, Bank PO, R

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15. Parliamentary Panel Shocking Report: 73% Indian Students Drop Out Before Class 12

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Economy/Governance

Parliamentary panel reveals 73% dropout rate before higher secondary education. Check shocking stats on school dropouts in India and key findings from the rep

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16. Bio-E3 Policy: India’s Shift to Bio-Based Manufacturing for Net-Zero Goals

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

India’s Bio-E3 policy aims to replace fossil fuels with bio-based alternatives via biomanufacturing. Learn key targets, tech advancements, and environmental i

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17. Mission Mausam: ₹2,000 Cr Plan to Boost India’s Weather & Climate Resilience

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

Mission Mausam, launched Jan 2025, aims to strengthen India’s weather forecasting with ₹2,000 Cr budget. Know key objectives, AI/ML integration, and HPC syste

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18. Kerala Rejects NEP 2020 Approval: KSHEC Clarifies Misleading Reports

Relevance for Banking, SSC & RBI Grade B exams: Polity & Governance

Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) dismisses reports approving NEP 2020, clarifying committee only reviewed FYUGP modifications. Key facts for SSC,

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