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Current affairs from 10 August across past years
All three members of Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) resign after CID summons over exam irregularities — Ajita Bhattacharya, Anima Hansda, and Jamal Ahmed quit.
Supreme Court collegium recommends just 4 judges to fill vacancies while 7 of 25 high courts lack regular Chief Justices — critical judicial infrastructure gap amid heavy pendency.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announces reinvestigation on second anniversary of RG Kar Medical College doctor's rape-murder; also orders probe into cremation procedure.
Three Jharkhand Public Service Commission members resign following police investigation into exam fraud allegations; governor approves resignations amidst broader JPSC-JSSC recruitment crisis.
Mayawati rejects proposed creamy layer exclusion for SC/ST reservations as 'casteist', criticizes RSS; defends constitutional guarantee of affirmative action for marginalized groups.
Russian Deputy PM Khusnullin proposes direct Moscow-to-Indian Ocean rail corridor to avoid critical chokepoints; geopolitical significance amid global trade route tensions.
India to conduct first independent caste census in 2026, with Ladakh leading implementation; form to have 40 questions with defence structures recorded separately.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announces new investigation into 2024 RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case on second anniversary — marks persistent demands for justice and accountability.
BSP president Mayawati opposes applying 'creamy layer' criteria to SC/ST reservations and criticizes RSS over constitutional amendment ideas — defends constitutional protections for disadvantaged groups.
Enforcement Directorate files chargesheets against Reliance Communications and Reliance Infrastructure in massive ₹40,000 crore bank fraud case — names senior executives including Gautam Doshi.
Air India flight captain who experienced sudden 300-ft altitude loss undergoes dope screening; initial test 'not negative' — sent for confirmatory analysis amid safety probe.
Science & Technology Minister Jitendra Singh states India ranks among global leaders in quantum technology alongside advanced nations — strategic technological capability announcement.
Russian Deputy PM Marat Khusnullin proposes direct rail connection Moscow to Indian Ocean to avoid Bosphorus and Strait of Hormuz choke points — major geopolitical and connectivity play.
Government announces 1 crore houses completed under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) — India's largest affordable housing programme meets historic milestone affecting millions of beneficiaries.
Indian Army implementing integrated battle group structure combining infantry, armor, artillery, engineers, and support units; represents major doctrinal shift in land warfare organization.
Enforcement Directorate Director Rahul Navin's tenure extended for 12 months; IRS officer continues leading India's anti-money laundering agency amid major investigations.
Captain of Air India flight that experienced 300-foot altitude drop tests positive in initial screening; confirmatory analysis underway; AAIB investigating technical factors.
Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration launches digitization initiative connecting milk to milch animals; aims to eliminate adulteration through complete supply chain transparency.
ED Director Rahul Navin granted one-year tenure extension as his fixed two-year term was ending — extends his appointment to July 2028.
Jharkhand government concedes 98% of student protester demands including fast-track courts, CID investigation, and 90-day chargesheet targets; exam cancellation implemented.