Daily filter — 26 May 2026
9 exam-worthy stories from the day's PIB releases · interactive view
🤝 Economy · LAW track
CCI Approves Joint Venture between Mercuria and Tata International
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the formation of a new joint venture company.
- The CCI approved a joint venture between Mercuria Energy Netherlands B.V. and Tata International Singapore (Pte) Ltd.
- The new company will be established in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), UAE.
- It will trade commodities like metals, minerals, and oil and gas products, including in India.
💡 Remember: CCI approved Mercuria + Tata International JV for commodity trading in DIFC, UAE.
Source: Competition Commission of India · PIB PRID 2265620
🤝 Economy · LAW track
CCI Approves Indovida India and EPL Limited Merger
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the merger of Indovida India with EPL Limited.
- Indovida India will merge into EPL Limited by absorption.
- EPL will issue shares to Indovida India shareholders.
- Indovida India is a subsidiary of Indorama Netherlands BV.
- EPL manufactures and sells packaging products.
- The IVL Group has interests in fibres, packaging, and chemicals.
💡 CCI approved the merger of newly incorporated Indovida India into packaging major EPL Limited.
Source: Competition Commission of India · PIB PRID 2265619
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of hospital fire death
The NHRC initiated action after a patient died in a private hospital fire in Uttarakhand.
- NHRC, India took suo motu cognizance of a fire on May 20, 2026.
- The incident occurred at a private hospital in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand.
- One female patient was declared dead; 14 patients were rescued.
- Notices issued to Uttarakhand Chief Secretary and SSP, Dehradun.
- A detailed report is sought within two weeks.
- A short circuit in the AC caused the fire.
💡 NHRC's suo motu action for human rights violation post-Dehradun hospital fire death, demanding a report from Uttarakhand officials.
Source: National Human Rights Commission · PIB PRID 2265624
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of Rewari chemical factory explosion
The **NHRC** has initiated an inquiry into a chemical factory explosion in **Rewari**, Haryana, resulting in deaths and injuries.
- NHRC took suo motu cognizance of a May 19, 2026, chemical factory explosion.
- Three workers died and six persons sustained injuries in Rewari, Haryana.
- Notices issued to Haryana Chief Secretary and SSP, Rewari for a report within two weeks.
- Report should detail health status of injured and compensation paid.
- The factory manufactures chemical products, industrial inks, and aluminium foil.
💡 NHRC's suo motu power invoked for Rewari factory blast, seeking report on deaths and compensation.
Source: National Human Rights Commission · PIB PRID 2265622
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of mid-day meal illness
The **NHRC** took **suo motu** cognizance of 60 students falling ill after consuming a mid-day meal in **Nalanda**, **Bihar**.
- NHRC, India took suo motu cognizance on May 26, 2026.
- 60 students fell ill on May 21, 2026 after a mid-day meal.
- Incident occurred in a government school in Nalanda district, Bihar.
- NHRC issued notice to Nalanda DM for a report within two weeks.
💡 The NHRC acts suo motu on student human rights violations from untasted mid-day meals.
Source: National Human Rights Commission · PIB PRID 2265621
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · UPSC track
High-Level Committee on Demographic Change Constituted
Government of India constituted a High-Level Committee to address demographic changes from illegal immigration and other abnormal reasons, announced on August 15, 2025.
- The committee is chaired by Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar (Retired).
- It includes the Census Commissioner, Shri Durga Shankar Mishra, Shri Balaji Srivastava, and Dr. Shamika Ravi.
- The committee will submit its report within one year.
- It will analyse population changes at religious and social community levels.
💡 For the exam: Remember Justice Navlekar chairs the committee investigating demographic changes from illegal immigration, with a one-year report deadline.
Source: Ministry of Home Affairs · PIB PRID 2265494
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · UPSC track
New Rules Establish Sports Governance Board and Tribunal
The Union Government notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Board) Rules, 2026 and National Sports Governance (National Sports Tribunal) Rules, 2026.
- National Sports Board oversees recognition and governance standards of National Sports Bodies.
- The National Sports Board has a Chairperson and two Members appointed by the Central Government.
- National Sports Tribunal ensures speedy, independent dispute resolution, reducing reliance on civil courts.
- The National Sports Tribunal Rules, 2026 incorporate techno-legal measures for digital implementation.
💡 Remember: The National Sports Board governs, the National Sports Tribunal resolves disputes, both notified in 2026.
Source: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports · PIB PRID 2265248
🤝 International Relations · UPSC track
India and Canada Target CEPA Conclusion by End 2026
India's Commerce Minister **Shri Piyush Goyal** led a delegation to Canada to advance talks on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
- Shri Piyush Goyal met with Canadian PM Mark Carney and other ministers in Ottawa on May 25, 2026.
- Both nations reaffirmed commitment to conclude a balanced CEPA by end of 2026.
- Bilateral trade aims to grow from USD 8.5 billion to USD 50 billion by 2030.
💡 Remember: India-Canada CEPA target date is end of 2026, aiming for USD 50 billion trade by 2030.
Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry · PIB PRID 2265263
📱 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
PM-AJAY Portal & App Launched for SC Welfare
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment launched new digital platforms to strengthen the implementation of **PM-AJAY** scheme for Scheduled Caste communities.
- Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar launched the PM-AJAY Portal and AJAY Mobile App.
- These tools aim for end-to-end digital workflow for Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna.
- The platforms will monitor Adarsh Gram, Grant-in-Aid, and Hostel components.
- They enable real-time monitoring, transparent governance, and milestone-linked fund flow.
💡 For the exam: Remember PM-AJAY Portal and App were launched by Dr. Virendra Kumar for digital implementation of SC welfare schemes.
Source: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment · PIB PRID 2265530