Motion of Thanks Passed Without PM Reply β Constitutional Significance, Article 87 Explained for UPSC, APPSC, TGPSC and other state PSC exams
Why in News?
The Lok Sabha passed the Motion of Thanks on the Presidentβs Address without a reply from Prime Minister. This happened amid continuous protests by the Opposition, making it an unusual parliamentary development.
Key Highlights
- Motion of Thanks passed in Lok Sabha without the Prime Ministerβs customary reply.
- Normally, the PM responds to debates before the motion is put to vote.
- Opposition protests disrupted proceedings.
- Despite disruptions, the motion was adopted by majority.
What is Motion of Thanks?
A formal parliamentary motion expressing gratitude to the President for the address. Moved in:
- Lok Sabha
- Rajya Sabha
Occasions:
- First session after General Elections
- First session of every year (Budget Session)
Constitutional basis:
- Article 87
Presidentβs Address to Parliament 2026 β Budget Session, Article 87 & Key Constitutional Provisions Explained
Why in News?
Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint sitting of Parliament at the beginning of the Budget Session 2026. The address outlined the governmentβs roadmap for achieving a Viksit Bharat and highlighted major policy priorities
Presidentβs Address β Constitutional Basis
Governed by:
- Article 87
Mandatory occasions:
- First session after general elections to Lok Sabha
- First session of each year (Budget Session)
Purpose:
- Outlines government policies, achievements, and future agenda
- Acts as a policy direction statement for Parliament
Motion of Thanks:
- Moved after Presidentβs Address in both Houses
- Must be passed in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Key Implication
- If defeated in Lok Sabha:
- Considered as No-Confidence Motion
- Government must resign
Gauravelli Reservoir Project: Telangana Pushes for Early Completion
Why in News?
The Government of Telangana has initiated steps to expedite the completion of the Gauravelli Reservoir Project.
Key Highlights:
Project Location:
- Gudatipally village, Akkannapet Mandal, Siddipet district
Project Type:
- Irrigation reservoir project
Storage Capacity:
- Initially: 1.41 TMC ft
- Revised: 8.23 TMC ft (significant enhancement)
Irrigation Coverage:
- Benefits approx. 1.20β1.60 lakh acres
Beneficiary Districts:
- Siddipet
- Karimnagar
- Hanamkonda
- Jangaon
Current Status:
- Awaiting environmental clearance
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Indiramma Housing Scheme Expanded to Core Urban Region (CURE) in Telangana
Why in News?
The Government of Telangana has launched construction of houses under the Indiramma Indlu Housing Scheme in the Core Urban Economy Region (CURE) covering Hyderabad, Rangareddy, and Medchal districts.
Key Highlights:
Scheme Name:
- Indiramma Indlu (Housing Scheme)
Target Beneficiaries:
- Economically weaker sections
- Homeless and landless families
Coverage Expansion:
- Now extended to Core Urban Economy Region (CURE)
- Includes:
- Hyderabad
- Rangareddy
- Medchal
Financial Assistance:
- βΉ5 lakh per eligible family for house construction
Land Support:
- Around 250 sq. yards plot provided to landless beneficiaries
Targets:
- Total: 22.5 lakh houses in 5 years
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NIELIT to Set Up Indiaβs First Quantum & AI University in Amaravati
Why in News?
The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology signed an MoU with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to establish Indiaβs first dedicated Quantum & AI University campus in Amaravati.
Key Highlights:
Project Location:
- Amaravati
Implementing Agency:
- NIELIT under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Nature of Project:
- Indiaβs first specialised university campus focusing on:
- Quantum Computing
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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PM RAHAT Scheme Launched: Cashless Treatment for Road Accident Victims
Why in News?
The Government of India has launched the PM RAHAT Scheme to provide cashless treatment for road accident victims.
Key Highlights:
Scheme Name:
- PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured Treatment)
Launched By:
- Government of India
Coverage:
- Applicable to all road accident victims
- Covers all categories of roads (national highways, state roads, etc.)
Financial Assistance:
- Up to βΉ1.5 lakh per victim
Time Limit:
- Covers treatment for 7 days from the date of accident
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SAHI & BODH Initiatives Launched to Promote Safe AI in Healthcare
Why in News?
The Union Health Minister launched SAHI and BODH initiatives at the India AI Impact Summit. These initiatives aim to ensure safe, ethical, and reliable use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
Key Highlights:
SAHI (Strategy for AI in Healthcare for India)
- Acts as a national roadmap and governance framework
- Ensures AI systems are:
- Transparent
- Accountable
- People-centric
- Core Objective:
- AI should assist healthcare workers, not replace them
- Promote evidence-based clinical decision-making
BODH Platform
- Developed by:
- IIT Kanpur
- In collaboration with National Health Authority
- Purpose:
- Benchmark and validate AI tools in healthcare
- Ensure accuracy and reliability before large-scale use
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Indiaβs First Underwater Road-Cum-Rail Tunnel Approved Under Brahmaputra
Why in News?
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved Indiaβs first underwater road-cum-rail tunnel project under the Brahmaputra River in Assam.
Key Highlights:
Project Type:
- Underwater twin-tube road-cum-rail tunnel
Location:
- Under Brahmaputra River, Assam
Significance:
- First-of-its-kind underwater tunnel in India
Brahmaputra river
Brahmaputra River:
- Originates from Chemayungdung Glacier near Lake Mansarovar (Tibet)
- Known as:
- Yarlung Tsangpo (Tibet)
- Siang/Dihang (Arunachal Pradesh)
- Jamuna (Bangladesh)
Key Features:
- Great Bend near Namcha Barwa
- Famous river islands:
- Majuli (largest inhabited)
- Umananda (smallest inhabited)
Biodiversity Importance:
- Supports Kaziranga National Park
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PRAHAAR: Indiaβs First National Counter-Terrorism Policy Released
Why in News?
- The Ministry of Home Affairs has released PRAHAAR, Indiaβs first comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy. It introduces a βzero toleranceβ approach and shifts India toward a proactive, intelligence-led security framework.
Key Highlights:
Policy Name:
- PRAHAAR (National Counter-Terrorism Policy)
Released By:
- Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
Core Approach:
- Zero tolerance against terrorism
- Shift from reactive β proactive strategy
Key Features:
- Intelligence-led operations
- Strengthening inter-agency coordination
- Focus on:
- Cyber-terrorism
- Terror financing
- Cross-border threats
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