UPSC Current Affairs 1 March 2026

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran, Pg1

U.S. and Israel launch joint strikes on Iran, escalating regional tensions amidst disrupted flights and casualties, raising global security concerns.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran, Pg1

U.S. and Israel launch joint strikes on Iran, escalating regional tensions amidst disrupted flights and casualties, raising global security concerns.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1

Airlines reroute flights as DGCA issues safety advisory for airspace over 11 West Asian countries amid escalating regional tensions.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1

Airlines reroute flights as DGCA issues safety advisory for airspace over 11 West Asian countries amid escalating regional tensions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

AAIB releases its initial report on crash that killed Ajit Pawar, Pg6

AAIB report reveals lapses in Baramati airfield safety leading to fatal crash, recommends urgent upgrades and stricter oversight.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

AAIB releases its initial report on crash that killed Ajit Pawar, Pg6

AAIB report reveals lapses in Baramati airfield safety leading to fatal crash, recommends urgent upgrades and stricter oversight.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Canada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6

Canada and India negotiate comprehensive economic partnership agreement aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030, focusing on strategic partnership.

Canada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6

Canada and India negotiate comprehensive economic partnership agreement aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030, focusing on strategic partnership.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

India calls for respecting ‘sovereignty and territorial integrity’ of all countries, Pg7

India urges de-escalation amid US-Iran conflict, prioritizes citizen safety, and respects sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations.

India calls for respecting ‘sovereignty and territorial integrity’ of all countries, Pg7

India urges de-escalation amid US-Iran conflict, prioritizes citizen safety, and respects sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7

West Asia airspace closure strands passengers as tensions escalate; Indian airlines cancel flights, DGCA issues safety advisory until March 2.

West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7

West Asia airspace closure strands passengers as tensions escalate; Indian airlines cancel flights, DGCA issues safety advisory until March 2.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

PM launches Micron ATMP plant in Gujarat, Pg7

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's ₹22,516 crore ATMP plant in Gujarat, boosting India's semiconductor manufacturing and creating numerous job opportunities.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

PM launches Micron ATMP plant in Gujarat, Pg7

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's ₹22,516 crore ATMP plant in Gujarat, boosting India's semiconductor manufacturing and creating numerous job opportunities.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Health Sector

On this Rare Diseases Day, unspent budget and untreated patients remain a concern, Pg8

Rare Diseases Day exposes ₹271Cr unspent funds amid halted treatments, leaving vulnerable patients in critical condition and awaiting Supreme Court intervention.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Health Sector

On this Rare Diseases Day, unspent budget and untreated patients remain a concern, Pg8

Rare Diseases Day exposes ₹271Cr unspent funds amid halted treatments, leaving vulnerable patients in critical condition and awaiting Supreme Court intervention.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Nine Botswana cheetahs released into Kuno park, Pg8

Nine Botswana cheetahs bolster India's reintroduction efforts, raising the total population to 48 under Project Cheetah.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Nine Botswana cheetahs released into Kuno park, Pg8

Nine Botswana cheetahs bolster India's reintroduction efforts, raising the total population to 48 under Project Cheetah.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Public Distribution System

Centre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8

Government suspends rice fortification scheme citing IIT Kharagpur study on nutrient loss and shelf life concerns, activists hail decision.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Public Distribution System

Centre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8

Government suspends rice fortification scheme citing IIT Kharagpur study on nutrient loss and shelf life concerns, activists hail decision.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS 3: Space Technology

Radio whistles are first clear sign of Mars lightning, Pg10

NASA's MAVEN mission detects radio waves, confirming lightning on Mars caused by charged dust grains during storms.

GS 1: Physical GeographyGS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesGS 3: Space Technology

Radio whistles are first clear sign of Mars lightning, Pg10

NASA's MAVEN mission detects radio waves, confirming lightning on Mars caused by charged dust grains during storms.

GS 1: World HistoryGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Mosquitoes began biting hominins 1.8 million years ago: study, Pg10

Mosquitoes started biting hominins 1.8 million years ago in Southeast Asia, potentially spreading diseases, reveals new phylogenomic study.

GS 1: World HistoryGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Mosquitoes began biting hominins 1.8 million years ago: study, Pg10

Mosquitoes started biting hominins 1.8 million years ago in Southeast Asia, potentially spreading diseases, reveals new phylogenomic study.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

A small piece of RNA copies itself, hinting at how life began, Pg10

Scientists create QT45, a self-replicating RNA molecule, offering insights into the origins of life on Earth.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Biotechnology

A small piece of RNA copies itself, hinting at how life began, Pg10

Scientists create QT45, a self-replicating RNA molecule, offering insights into the origins of life on Earth.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Protein in blood could be ‘universal’ ageing marker, Pg10

Neurofilament light chain (NfL) identified as potential universal marker for aging across species, enabling blood test for aging rate.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Protein in blood could be ‘universal’ ageing marker, Pg10

Neurofilament light chain (NfL) identified as potential universal marker for aging across species, enabling blood test for aging rate.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11

India and Brazil sign MoU focusing on rare earth minerals exploration, strengthening supply chains and boosting competitiveness in critical sectors.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11

India and Brazil sign MoU focusing on rare earth minerals exploration, strengthening supply chains and boosting competitiveness in critical sectors.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand?, Pg11

India-U.S. trade deal faces uncertainty after U.S. Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, impacting negotiations and future agreements.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand?, Pg11

India-U.S. trade deal faces uncertainty after U.S. Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, impacting negotiations and future agreements.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

PM launches US firm's chip unit in Gujarat: 'Part of global supply chain', Pg3

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's semiconductor plant in Gujarat, signaling India's entry into the global chip supply chain with US partnership.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

PM launches US firm's chip unit in Gujarat: 'Part of global supply chain', Pg3

PM Modi inaugurates Micron's semiconductor plant in Gujarat, signaling India's entry into the global chip supply chain with US partnership.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

CCPA fines firm Rs 8L for misleading ads claiming infants can walk at eight months, Pg4

CCPA penalizes Raising Superstars Enterprises with ₹8L fine for deceptive ads promising accelerated infant development, misleading vulnerable parents.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

CCPA fines firm Rs 8L for misleading ads claiming infants can walk at eight months, Pg4

CCPA penalizes Raising Superstars Enterprises with ₹8L fine for deceptive ads promising accelerated infant development, misleading vulnerable parents.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Bihar's new law limits borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorised loans, Pg4

Bihar's new microfinance law caps borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorized loans, and coercive repayments to protect vulnerable populations.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Bihar's new law limits borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorised loans, Pg4

Bihar's new microfinance law caps borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorized loans, and coercive repayments to protect vulnerable populations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

PM launches HPV vaccination drive for 14-yr-old girls, Pg8

PM launches HPV vaccination drive targeting 14-year-old girls, aiming to prevent cervical cancer and empower women's health nationwide.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Health Sector

PM launches HPV vaccination drive for 14-yr-old girls, Pg8

PM launches HPV vaccination drive targeting 14-year-old girls, aiming to prevent cervical cancer and empower women's health nationwide.

GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: ArchitectureGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Karnataka village rediscovers ancient heritage after teenager unearths 'pot of gold,' sparking renewed interest in Lakkundi's historical significance.

GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS 1: ArchitectureGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Karnataka village rediscovers ancient heritage after teenager unearths 'pot of gold,' sparking renewed interest in Lakkundi's historical significance.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Israel, US strike Iran: Impact on oil, energy flow via Strait of Hormuz, Pg13

US-Iran conflict escalates as Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global oil supply; India faces import bill surge.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Israel, US strike Iran: Impact on oil, energy flow via Strait of Hormuz, Pg13

US-Iran conflict escalates as Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens global oil supply; India faces import bill surge.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India-EU trade deal text falls short on recognising local CBAM accreditors, Pg13

India-EU trade deal's CBAM text disappoints, failing to recognize local accreditors, adding compliance burden for Indian exporters from January 2026.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India-EU trade deal text falls short on recognising local CBAM accreditors, Pg13

India-EU trade deal's CBAM text disappoints, failing to recognize local accreditors, adding compliance burden for Indian exporters from January 2026.

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U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran, Pg1

U.S., Israel launch strikes on Iran, Pg1

Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1

Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1

AAIB releases its initial report on crash that killed Ajit Pawar, Pg6

AAIB releases its initial report on crash that killed Ajit Pawar, Pg6

Canada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6

Canada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6

India calls for respecting ‘sovereignty and territorial integrity’ of all countries, Pg7

India calls for respecting ‘sovereignty and territorial integrity’ of all countries, Pg7

West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7

West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7

PM launches Micron ATMP plant in Gujarat, Pg7

PM launches Micron ATMP plant in Gujarat, Pg7

On this Rare Diseases Day, unspent budget and untreated patients remain a concern, Pg8

On this Rare Diseases Day, unspent budget and untreated patients remain a concern, Pg8

Nine Botswana cheetahs released into Kuno park, Pg8

Nine Botswana cheetahs released into Kuno park, Pg8

Centre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8

Centre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8

Radio whistles are first clear sign of Mars lightning, Pg10

Radio whistles are first clear sign of Mars lightning, Pg10

Mosquitoes began biting hominins 1.8 million years ago: study, Pg10

Mosquitoes began biting hominins 1.8 million years ago: study, Pg10

A small piece of RNA copies itself, hinting at how life began, Pg10

A small piece of RNA copies itself, hinting at how life began, Pg10

Protein in blood could be ‘universal’ ageing marker, Pg10

Protein in blood could be ‘universal’ ageing marker, Pg10

How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11

How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand?, Pg11

Where does the India-U.S. trade deal stand?, Pg11

PM launches US firm's chip unit in Gujarat: 'Part of global supply chain', Pg3

PM launches US firm's chip unit in Gujarat: 'Part of global supply chain', Pg3

CCPA fines firm Rs 8L for misleading ads claiming infants can walk at eight months, Pg4

CCPA fines firm Rs 8L for misleading ads claiming infants can walk at eight months, Pg4

Bihar's new law limits borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorised loans, Pg4

Bihar's new law limits borrowers to two MFIs, bans unauthorised loans, Pg4

PM launches HPV vaccination drive for 14-yr-old girls, Pg8

PM launches HPV vaccination drive for 14-yr-old girls, Pg8

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Israel, US strike Iran: Impact on oil, energy flow via Strait of Hormuz, Pg13

Israel, US strike Iran: Impact on oil, energy flow via Strait of Hormuz, Pg13

India-EU trade deal text falls short on recognising local CBAM accreditors, Pg13

India-EU trade deal text falls short on recognising local CBAM accreditors, Pg13

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