Polity 

What are the new interception rules and safeguards? - The Hindu

The Union Government recently notified the Telecommunications (Procedures and Safeguards for Lawful Interception of Messages) Rules, 2024. These rules supersede Rule 419A of the Indian Telegraph Rules, 1951.

World Affairs 

Madan Lokur is UN Internal Justice Council chief - The Hindu 

Former Supreme Court judge Justice Madan B. Lokur was appointed Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council for a term ending on November 12, 2028.

India, Kuwait lift ties to ‘strategic partnership’ - The Hindu 

The Indian Prime Minister and Kuwait’s Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah recently held their first bilateral meeting.

Kuwait

• Region: West Asia, Middle East.
• Borders:
  • Iraq (North).
  • Saudi Arabia (South).
  • Maritime border with Iran (across the Persian Gulf).
• Capital: Kuwait City.
• Status: High-income country.
• Resource rich: Sixth-largest global oil reserves.
• Cultural Identity: Known as the “Hollywood of the Gulf” for its vibrant art and cultural scene.

Economy 

Phase I of Maritime Museum in Gujarat to open next year - The Hindu 

The first phase of the National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal, Gujarat, will be completed and opened for the public from September 2025.

Indian rupee continues to fall against US dollar: what determines exchange rate? - Indian Express

The Indian rupee’s exchange rate against the US dollar has breached the 85 mark. In April, this “exchange rate” was around 83 and a decade ago, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi took charge, it was around 61.

Science and Technology 

What are India’s plans for a quantum satellite? - The Hindu 

Recently, Ajai Chowdhry, chairman of the Mission Governing Board of the National Quantum Mission, said India plans to launch a quantum satellite in “2-3 years for quantum communications”.

SpaDeX: meeting in space - The Hindu

Are Manipur militants using Starlink devices? - The Hindu

Billionaire Elon Musk has denied claims that his space company SpaceX’s satellite internet technology, Starlink is being used by militants in Manipur. This came after the Indian Army and police seized weapons and what looked like a Starlink-branded satellite router and antenna.