Current Affairs · 13 July 2026

TNPSC current affairs published on 13 July 2026.

NationalThe Hindu - National

West Bengal seeks HPV vaccination support for sex workers in Sonagachi, Kolkata

On July 12, 2026, West Bengal Health Minister Sharadwat Mukherjee sought DMSC support to provide HPV vaccination to sex workers in Sonagachi.

NationalHindu Tamil Thisai

Assam destroys ₹472.51 crore narcotics in state-level drive led by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma led a state-level destruction drive of narcotics worth ₹472.51 crore in Guwahati on July 2026.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

TN vigilance case: former minister E.V. Velu says he will appear for inquiry on July 15, 2026

Former minister E.V. Velu said he would appear before the vigilance inquiry on July 15, 2026 in a ₹3.23 crore road-department tender case.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

Tamil Nadu temple land issue: Karur 3,085-acre estate worth ₹25,000 crore draws political scrutiny

A political row has emerged over 3,085 acres of temple land in Karur, valued at ₹25,000 crore, and the process of removal of pattas.

EconomyThe Hindu - National

Telangana kharif outlook weak as 382 of 605 mandals face monsoon failure

Monsoon failure across 382 mandals has darkened Telangana’s kharif prospects despite higher acreage than last year.

NationalThe Hindu - National

Telangana SIR electoral roll revision: 2002 voter details, Form 6 and Form 8 rules explained

Telangana’s Special Intensive Revision has brought focus on 2002 voter details, notice-based verification, and address-change forms.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

Perambur MLA office opening and citizen grievance app launch in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay is set to open the Perambur MLA office on July 13, 2026 and launch a citizen grievance app.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

Tamil Nadu heatwave alert: 7°F above normal from July 13 to 16, 2026

IMD Chennai said Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal may see temperatures rise up to 7°F above normal from July 13 to 16, 2026.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

Forest Department to auction 100 tonnes of red sanders with ₹52.38 crore reserve price

Tamil Nadu Forest Department has put 100 tonnes of red sanders for e-auction through MSTC with a reserve price of ₹52.38 crore.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

Tamil Nadu typewriting institutes must renew recognition by 19 July 2026

Tamil Nadu’s typewriting and shorthand institutes must apply online for annual recognition renewal by 19 July 2026, with fees fixed by the Directorate of Technical Education.

Science TechnologyHindu Tamil Thisai

IRCTC website upgrade: four key changes to improve ticket booking experience

IRCTC is set to launch an upgraded website with four major changes, including removal of unnecessary captchas and pop-ups.

EnvironmentHindu Tamil Thisai

NGT orders integrated fire-safety audit of hazardous waste units in Tamil Nadu

The National Green Tribunal directed the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board to conduct integrated audits with the Fire and Rescue Services across hazardous waste facilities in the State.

InternationalThe Hindu - International

Thailand’s Bangkok pub fire kills 27; rescue officials cite circuit-breaker smoke near stage

A fire at the Na Ladprao pub in Bangkok on July 13, 2026 killed at least 27 people and is under investigation.

Tamil NaduHindu Tamil Thisai

Horse-trading allegation in Tamil Nadu: DMK to submit video evidence to Governor

DMK plans to meet Governor Arlekar on July 13, 2026 with video evidence over alleged horse-trading in Tamil Nadu politics.

NationalHindu Tamil Thisai

Andhra Pradesh COVID-19 resurgence: 2 deaths and 8 confirmed cases in Kadapa

Andhra Pradesh reported 2 deaths and 8 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Kadapa district, with containment measures intensified.