Evening edition
Daily current affairs for UPSC, BPSC, State PCS and PSC exams.
Why in news?
Andhra Pradesh is experiencing heavy rainfall, necessitating proactive flood management and water resource regulation by the state government.
Key points
- Minister directed officials to monitor weather forecasts and manage river inflows.
- Regulation of Pattiseema and Purushothapatnam pumps based on reservoir levels and rainfall.
- Continuous monitoring of Vamsadhara, Nagavali, Bahuda, and Mahendratanaya rivers.
- Issuance of flood warnings for Vamsadhara and Nagavali rivers.
Background & context
Andhra Pradesh relies heavily on its river systems and reservoirs for irrigation and drinking water. Projects like Pattiseema and Purushothapatnam are crucial for interlinking rivers and managing water resources. Heavy monsoons can lead to significant flooding in coastal and low-lying areas.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The Yeleru reservoir's inflow is projected to increase significantly due to anticipated rainfall.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 1: Geography (Monsoons, Rivers, Floods); GS Paper 3: Disaster Management (Flood preparedness, Mitigation strategies).
Why in news?
Opposition parties are demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) following allegations of internal dissent among Election Commissioners regarding decision-making processes.
Key points
- Two Election Commissioners reportedly recorded objections over decision-making without their knowledge.
- Allegations of "unauthorised and illegal" major decisions being made by the CEC.
- The Election Commission of India (ECI) has stated that all its actions are in accordance with the law.
- Opposition parties are threatening nationwide agitation if the CEC does not resign.
Background & context
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body responsible for conducting elections in the country. The CEC and other Election Commissioners are appointed by the President. Internal functioning and transparency are crucial for the credibility of the ECI.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The ECI is a multi-member body headed by the Chief Election Commissioner.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 2: Polity (Constitutional bodies, Election Commission of India, Governance, Accountability).
Why in news?
Indian athletes are competing in various events at the Asian Games 2026, with some already securing medals or progressing to later stages.
Key points
- Roshibina Devi has won a silver medal in Wushu.
- Tajinderpal Singh Toor (shot put), Murali Sreeshankar (long jump), and Gulveer Singh (long-distance running) are expected to perform well.
- Indian table tennis pairs Harmeet Desai-Yashaswini Ghorpade and Diya Chitale-Manush Shah have reached the quarterfinals of the mixed doubles.
- The athletics campaign is expected to yield over 20 medals for India.
Background & context
The Asian Games are a continental multi-sport event held every four years. India has been participating since its inception and aims to improve its medal tally in each edition. Wushu, Athletics, and Table Tennis are among the disciplines where India fields strong competitors.
★ Prelims fact capsule
Roshibina Devi secured a silver medal in Wushu at the Asian Games 2026.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper 1: Society (Sports); GS Paper 2: Governance (International Relations, Sports Governance).