West Bengal got its first BJP-led government after Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the ninth Chief Minister of the state on May 9, 2026. Along with him, five BJP leaders were sworn in as ministers during the ceremony held at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata. The formation of the new cabinet marks a major political …
The Maharashtra government has approved the Compressed Biogas (CBG) Policy 2026 to promote renewable energy generation through waste management and agricultural residue processing. The policy was approved by the Maharashtra Cabinet on April 22, 2026, and officially released on May 5, 2026. The state government has allocated ₹500 crore for the policy during the financial …
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West Bengal entered a new political phase on May 9, 2026, as senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the state’s first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Minister since Independence. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several senior NDA leaders. The …
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Retired Karnataka High Court judge Justice Ramachandra Dattatray Huddar has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Admission Overseeing Committee (AOC) for professional courses in Karnataka. The appointment was announced on May 8, 2026. The AOC plays an important role in overseeing admissions to professional courses such as engineering, medical, and dental programmes in the …
West Bengal’s political landscape boasts a legacy of dynamic leadership, with a succession of Chief Ministers who have left an indelible imprint on the state’s history. From the pioneering era of independence to the present day, each leader has navigated unique challenges and opportunities, shaping the socio-economic and cultural fabric of the region. Let’s explore …
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The Supreme Court of India has proposed the creation of a permanent women-only Vice-President post in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) starting from the 2027-28 election cycle. The proposal was made during hearings related to reforms in Bar bodies and women’s representation in the legal profession. The move is aimed at increasing the participation …
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Jharkhand has achieved a major milestone in school education by recording a zero primary dropout rate in 2024-25. According to data linked to the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) and a NITI Aayog report released on May 8, 2026, the state reduced its primary dropout rate from 6.41% in 2014-15 to 0% …
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Odisha has emerged as the leading state in India for house completion performance under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U 2.0). According to data available as of May 8, 2026, the state maintained the top position in house completion rankings from March 2025 to March 2026. The achievement highlights Odisha’s strong implementation of the Centre’s urban …
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India has introduced QR-code-enabled identity cards for Census enumerators as part of the upcoming Census 2027 exercise. The new system allows residents to verify the authenticity of Census staff by scanning the QR code using a mobile device. The move is part of the government’s larger digital Census framework aimed at improving transparency, security, and …
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India has started advancing a renewed agenda for MSME cooperation under its BRICS Chairship for 2026. As part of this initiative, the Ministry of MSME successfully organised the first SME Working Group Meeting on April 24, 2026, focusing on improving access to finance for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The discussions highlighted the need …
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Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2026 article.
