UPSC Current Affairs — 26 Jul 2026 Daily Briefing

Sunday, 26 July 2026

EDITORIALVACCINE PRICING & PUBLIC HEALTH ACCESS

When Innovation And Access Diverge: Who Pays For India's First Dengue Vaccine?

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation approved Qdenga for use in India, making it the country's first dengue vaccine, following licensing in over 40 countries and WHO prequalification. The approval comes amid some of India's worst recent dengue years and growing concern that Takeda's tiered global pricing could leave dense urban slums and migrant communities unable to afford it.

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EDITORIALEXAMINATION REFORM & MINISTERIAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Reform Without A Reckoning: Do Fast-Track Courts Answer The Pradhan Question?

Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on July 24, 2026, after the Centre, with PM Modi's backing, announced fast-track courts and a tougher law to punish those responsible for examination paper leaks. The protests were triggered by repeated NEET-UG paper leaks under Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, whose resignation the CJP and Opposition continue to demand.

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Daily Briefing Current Affairs

When Innovation And Access Diverge: Who Pays For India's First Dengue Vaccine?

Reform Without A Reckoning: Do Fast-Track Courts Answer The Pradhan Question?