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23 July 2026

GS-3News & Analysis23 Jul 2026thehindu.com

NHPC’s own 2024 paper recorded gas fires in Teesta-VI tunnels before fatal blast

A fatal blast occurred at the Teesta Stage-VI hydroelectric project in Sikkim, killing at least 15 workers. An internal paper by NHPC engineers from 2024 had previously recorded repeated encounters with flammable gas, including methane, and gas fires in the project's headrace tunnels, attributing it to fractured Himalayan rock in Seismic Zone IV. The project, initially developed by Lanco Teesta Hydropower Limited and later acquired by NHPC, faced extensive geological instability and construction challenges. NHPC stated measures were in place to prevent explosions and is investigating the incident, while the Sikkim government has formed a SIT. The project had received environmental and forest clearances between 2006-2021.

Environment & Ecology
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GS-2News & Analysis23 Jul 2026thehindu.com

Amid Lok Sabha logjam, Centre offers debate on NEET paper leak, says street protests ‘won’t help’

The Lok Sabha experienced repeated disruptions due to Opposition protests demanding the Union Education Minister's resignation over the NEET paper leak. While the government offered a debate on the issue, the Opposition insisted on an adjournment motion to prioritize the discussion and continued protests inside and outside Parliament.

Indian Polity & Governance
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GS-2News & Analysis23 Jul 2026thehindu.com

U.S. announces civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia

The United States announced a landmark civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, which includes safeguards against non-proliferation. This agreement aims to establish a civilian nuclear program in Saudi Arabia and could involve U.S. companies building a uranium enrichment facility. The deal comes amidst U.S.-Iran tensions and concerns from U.S. lawmakers and Israeli officials about potential nuclear proliferation in the region. Washington views this as part of a broader strategic play to normalize Saudi-Israel ties and sign a U.S. defense pact, aiming to stabilize the West Asian region, which is currently experiencing renewed conflict between the U.S. and Iran, and threats from Houthi rebels.

International Relations
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GS-2News & Analysis23 Jul 2026thehindu.com

‘Over 5,200 applications’: Ram Temple trust defers CEO selection by a month

The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has deferred the appointment of its first CEO due to a large number of applications and appointed an interim secretary. The trust also reconstituted a panel for religious affairs and reviewed administrative and financial issues, including allegations of donation theft. The Uttar Pradesh government's SIT is investigating the theft, and the trust is cooperating, reviewing its financial SOPs with the State Bank of India.

Indian Polity & Governance
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