1. Which state government approved the phased statewide rollout of SAMASTA, a mobile-based community digital health platform? [A] Karnataka [B] Maharashtra [C] Odisha [D] Telangana Show Answer Correct...
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Iran’s parliament approved the general framework of a bill on 16 August 2026 that seeks to criminalise interviews, discussions, and other communications with media outlets classified as hostile...
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The Government of India has announced a regulated electronic exchange for trading major minerals from the next financial year. The first phase will cover iron ore, limestone, manganese,...
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The Karnataka State Cabinet cleared The Karnataka Regulation of Use of Government Premises and Public Property Bill, 2026, on 13 August 2026. The draft law requires prior government...
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