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Union Government Clarifies in Supreme Court: 'Creamy Layer' Principle Inapplicable to SC and ST Reservations

Introduction In a major constitutional submission on affirmative action, the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment filed an affidavit before the Supreme Court of India on 15 August 2026, affirming that the 'Creamy Layer' exclusion principle does not apply to Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs), rejecting petitions seeking income-based exclusions within SC/ST quotas.

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Environment

Union Ministry Amends River Ganga Floodplain Rules 2026 Introducing Three-Tier Flood Zoning System

Introduction In a major regulatory overhaul of riverine ecology management, the Ministry of Jal Shakti on 15 August 2026 notified significant amendments to the River Ganga (Rejuvenation, Protection and Management) Authorities Order, 2016, formally redefining floodplain classifications and introducing a scientifically calibrated three-tier flood zoning framework.

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Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Government Issues Order Mandating Rendition of 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' at Public and Official Events

Introduction The Government of Tamil Nadu issued a formal Government Order (G.O.) on 15 August 2026 making the rendition of the State Song, 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' (Invocation to Mother Tamil), strictly mandatory at the commencement of all official functions and public programmes across educational institutions, universities, government departments, and public sector undertakings in the state.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Resolution Demanding Transparent and Equitable Central Tax Devolution

Introduction The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, on 15 August 2026, unanimously adopted a comprehensive government resolution urging the Union Government to establish a transparent, objective, and equitable fiscal methodology for the devolution of Union taxes to states under the constitutional framework of cooperative fiscal federalism.

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Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Government Allocates ₹828.36 Crore for MLACDS 2026–27 Across 234 Assembly Constituencies

Introduction The Government of Tamil Nadu has sanctioned ₹828.36 crore for the implementation of the Member of Legislative Assembly Constituency Development Scheme (MLACDS) for the financial year 2026–27, covering all 234 Assembly constituencies across the state, with comprehensive operational guidelines released for the period 2026–27 to 2030–31.

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Tamil Nadu Assembly Adopts Resolution Urging Centre to Retain Lok Sabha Strength at 543 and Protect Southern Seats

Introduction The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, on 15 August 2026, unanimously adopted a significant political and constitutional resolution urging the Union Government to maintain the total strength of the Lok Sabha at 543 seats, preserve the existing inter-state seat distribution ratio, and implement 33% women's reservation in the upcoming 2029 general elections without waiting for the decennial Census and delimitation…

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International

International Youth Day 2026 Observed Globally with Theme 'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations'

Introduction International Youth Day 2026 was commemorated globally on 12 August to celebrate the potential of youth as partners in peace, digital transformation, and sustainable development. The official United Nations theme for 2026 is “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” Origin and Significance First designated by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1999 following recommendations of the World Conference of Ministers…

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National

Prime Minister Releases Former President Ram Nath Kovind's Autobiography 'Triumph of the Indian Republic'

Introduction Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the autobiography of the 14th President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, titled “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles” at a solemn ceremony held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, on 15 August 2026.

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