National Current Affairs - 2026-09-24

Background: The High-Level Committee headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind submitted its report on simultaneous elections. Current Context: On September 24, 2026, the Union Cabinet officially approved the proposal for 'One Nation, One Election' to synchronize Lok Sabha and State Assembly polls. The government plans to introduce the necessary constitutional amendment bills in the upcoming session of Parliament. Impact: This reform aims to reduce election expenditure, minimize administrative burden on security forces, and ensure policy continuity by preventing frequent imposition of the Model Code of Conduct across the country.

Background: The Vidya Samiksha Kendra was conceptualized to leverage data analytics for improving school education outcomes. Current Context: The Ministry of Education announced the nationwide expansion of VSK on September 24, 2026. This digital platform integrates data from various sources like UDISE+, NAS, and PGI to provide real-time insights into student performance and teacher attendance. Impact: The expansion will enable state governments to make data-driven decisions, identify learning gaps in specific regions, and implement targeted interventions to improve the quality of education in government schools across India.