01 July 2026 - "Daily Current Affairs" Updates

GS 1 (Ancient Indian History & Culture)

Maharishi Sushruta

News:

A bronze statue of Maharishi Sushruta, widely regarded as the Father of Surgery, has been unveiled at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, recognizing his unparalleled contributions to medical science.

About Maharishi Sushruta

Maharishi Sushruta was one of the greatest physicians and surgeons of

ancient India and is revered as the Father of Surgery as well as a pioneer of

Indian medicine.

He made groundbreaking contributions to Shalya Tantra (surgical science),

laying the foundation for several modern surgical practices.

Historians generally place him around the 6th century BCE, although

estimates range between 1000 BCE and 600 BCE.

According to tradition, he was a disciple of Lord Dhanvantari, the divine

physician and deity of Ayurveda.

He lived and taught medicine in Varanasi (Kashi).

Sushruta Samhita

Sushruta Samhita is Sushruta’s most celebrated work and one of the

foundational texts of Ayurveda.

It remains one of the earliest and most comprehensive treatises on surgery in

world history.

Key Features of the Sushruta Samhita

Comprises 184 chapters.

Describes over 300 surgical procedures.

Mentions more than 120 surgical instruments.

GS 2 (Governance)

Corporate Mitra Scheme

News:

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has announced the rollout of the Corporate Mitra Scheme, which will begin with 2,000 participants, including 200 candidates from the North-East, to strengthen support for MSMEs.

About the Corporate Mitra Scheme

The Corporate Mitra Scheme was announced in the Union Budget 2026–27.

It seeks to build a pool of trained and certified Corporate Mitras who will

provide affordable professional assistance to Micro, Small and Medium

Enterprises (MSMEs).

The scheme aims to improve MSMEs’ access to regulatory, financial, and

compliance-related services.

Objectives

Enhance the compliance capabilities of MSMEs.

Improve access to professional advisory and financial guidance.

Generate employment opportunities for youth through structured training and

certification.

Enable MSMEs to focus on business expansion and innovation while ensuring

statutory compliance.

Services Offered by Corporate Mitras

Corporate Mitras will assist MSMEs in areas such as:

Regulatory and legal compliance.

Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance.

Accounting and bookkeeping.

GS 3 (Environment & Biodiversity)

Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary

News:

A rescued Chinese Pangolin and an Asian Palm Civet were recently released into the Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary in Meghalaya after successful rehabilitation.

About Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary

Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in Meghalaya,

forming part of the Eastern Himalayan Biodiversity Hotspot.

It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1981 under the Wildlife (Protection) Act,

1972.

The sanctuary plays a vital role in conserving the rich flora and fauna of

Northeast India.

Location

State: Meghalaya.

Situated within the Eastern Himalayan Global Biodiversity Hotspot.

The sanctuary’s landscape is influenced by the Umtrew River and its tributaries.

Topography

The sanctuary is characterized by:

Rolling plains.

Low hills.

Rugged and undulating terrain.

Riverine landscapes supporting diverse ecosystems.