Daily Current Affairs Quiz: July 8, 2026

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Recently, the Delhi Government launched Mission Kayakalp to upgrade infrastructure in government schools. The initiative aims to modernise classrooms, repair school buildings, improve laboratories, provide clean drinking water, renovate toilets, and create safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environments. It is being implemented with support from district administrations, the Education Department, CSR initiatives, social organisations, market associations, and local communities. The programme also focuses on improving accessibility for children with special needs and increasing green cover on school campuses.

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The Uttar Pradesh Government is implementing the Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana to support traditional artisans. The scheme provides 6-day free skill training, a ₹10,000 toolkit grant, and collateral-free concessional loans up to ₹10 lakh. It benefits artisans engaged in trades such as tailoring, carpentry, pottery, and other traditional occupations. The scheme aims to enhance skills, improve livelihoods, and promote self-employment in both rural and urban areas.

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Recently, Australia won its record seventh ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup title by defeating England by 7 wickets in the final at Lord’s Cricket Ground. Australia successfully chased 151 runs, recording the highest successful run chase in a Women’s T20 World Cup final. Beth Mooney scored an unbeaten 64 and was named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series. Ellyse Perry won her ninth ICC World Cup title, extending her record.

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Recently, the West Bengal Government finalised the implementation plan for the Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY). The scheme aims to improve the education, health, and infrastructure of tea garden workers in North Bengal. A financial assistance package of ₹313.3 crore has been allocated under the scheme. The scheme is expected to benefit over 3 lakh tea garden workers. The North Bengal Development Department (NBDD) is the implementing agency, working with the Health Department, Paschim Banga Samagra Siksha Mission, and district administrations.