Daily filter — 31 May 2026
4 exam-worthy stories from the day's PIB releases · interactive view
⚖️ Law & Judiciary · LAW track
ECI convenes 2nd National Conference of Counsels
The ECI hosted its 2nd National Conference of Counsels to enhance its legal framework and electoral integrity.
- The 2nd National Conference of Counsels was inaugurated on 31 May 2026 at IIIDEM, New Delhi.
- It was inaugurated by Chief Election Commissioner, Shri Gyanesh Kumar.
- The theme was “A Year of Legal Challenges, Experiences, Learnings and the Way Forward”.
- It aimed to strengthen ECI’s legal framework and coordination with legal representatives.
💡 The ECI's 2nd National Conference of Counsels on May 31, 2026, focused on strengthening its legal framework.
Source: Election Commission · PIB PRID 2267147
⚖️ Economy · LAW track
Legal Metrology Reforms Prioritize Ease of Doing Business, Consumer Protection
The Department of Consumer Affairs reviewed Legal Metrology Reforms in Northern States, focusing on trust-based regulation and simplified compliance.
- New Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026 facilitates reforms.
- Transition from a licensing to a registration-based system for businesses.
- Introduced Improvement Notice for first-time procedural violations.
- Expanded Government Approved Test Centre (GATC) framework for verification.
💡 Remember: The 2026 Legal Metrology reforms (Jan Vishwas Act) simplify business registration and compliance via 'Improvement Notices' and GATC, balancing ease with consumer protection.
Source: Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution · PIB PRID 2267221
🌿 Defence & Security · LAW track
DRI Seizes 105 kg Ganja, Two Arrested in Bihar
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) continues its anti-narcotic drive, seizing a significant quantity of ganja in Bihar.
- DRI seized 104.9 kg ganja in Bihar on 30.05.2026.
- Two persons were arrested for illicit transportation under the NDPS Act, 1985.
- In the previous one year, DRI Lucknow Zonal unit seized narcotics worth nearly 46.5 crore.
- These seizures contribute to the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' vision.
- Other seizures include 107.5 kg Charas and 1277.81 kg Ganja.
💡 DRI's consistent anti-narcotic efforts led to a 105 kg ganja seizure and two arrests in Bihar.
Source: Ministry of Finance · PIB PRID 2267263
💳 Schemes & Welfare · UPSC track
PM SVANidhi Scheme Completes Six Years, Empowers Street Vendors
The **PM SVANidhi** scheme has completed six years, providing affordable, collateral-free credit and social security to street vendors.
- More than 75.5 lakh street vendors have benefited under PM SVANidhi.
- Over 1.05 crore loan sanctions totaling ₹17,800 crore have been facilitated.
- The scheme has disbursed 51.84 lakh loans to women street vendors.
- Beneficiary incomes have seen a 20% annual increase.
- More than 2.59 lakh loans were distributed in the North-Eastern region.
💡 For the exam: Remember PM SVANidhi launched in 2020 provides collateral-free loans, digital inclusion, and social security, benefiting millions of street vendors, with 20% annual income increase.
Source: Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs · PIB PRID 2267218