UPSC Current Affairs 7 March 2026

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

9,000 Indians stuck in Iran, Centre works on plan to bring them home, Pg1

India plans evacuation of 9,000 citizens from Iran amidst escalating US-Israel conflict, exploring land routes via Armenia, Turkmenistan.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

9,000 Indians stuck in Iran, Centre works on plan to bring them home, Pg1

India plans evacuation of 9,000 citizens from Iran amidst escalating US-Israel conflict, exploring land routes via Armenia, Turkmenistan.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Panel led by MoEF Secy ‘suppressed’ FSI view on Aravalli, amicus informs SC, Pg1

Aravalli definition row: SC's amicus alleges panel 'suppressed' FSI view, raising concerns over environmental protection and mining operations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Panel led by MoEF Secy ‘suppressed’ FSI view on Aravalli, amicus informs SC, Pg1

Aravalli definition row: SC's amicus alleges panel 'suppressed' FSI view, raising concerns over environmental protection and mining operations.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Protected under UN treaty, half of world’s migratory wildlife on decline: Report, Pg2

UN report reveals alarming decline in migratory wildlife populations, with 49% decreasing and 24% facing extinction.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Protected under UN treaty, half of world’s migratory wildlife on decline: Report, Pg2

UN report reveals alarming decline in migratory wildlife populations, with 49% decreasing and 24% facing extinction.

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

Policy must catch up with breast cancer burden, Pg11

Breast cancer cases double in India since 1990, mortality rises 74%; urgent policy action needed for early detection.

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

Policy must catch up with breast cancer burden, Pg11

Breast cancer cases double in India since 1990, mortality rises 74%; urgent policy action needed for early detection.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Bracing for a crisis that goes beyond oil, Pg11

Geopolitical tensions in West Asia threaten India's economy via trade disruptions, reduced remittances, and weakened capital inflows, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

Bracing for a crisis that goes beyond oil, Pg11

Geopolitical tensions in West Asia threaten India's economy via trade disruptions, reduced remittances, and weakened capital inflows, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Sinking of Dena opens new front in the war, disrupts hard-won regional peace, Pg12

Torpedoing of Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka escalates US-Iran conflict, disrupting Indian Ocean peace and spiking war-risk insurance premiums.

Sinking of Dena opens new front in the war, disrupts hard-won regional peace, Pg12

Torpedoing of Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka escalates US-Iran conflict, disrupting Indian Ocean peace and spiking war-risk insurance premiums.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: E Governance

Karnataka to bring in alcohol-based excise duty: CM, Pg14

Karnataka pioneers alcohol-based excise duty from 2026, modernizing taxation and rationalizing pricing across alcoholic beverages, aiming for transparency and compliance.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 2: E Governance

Karnataka to bring in alcohol-based excise duty: CM, Pg14

Karnataka pioneers alcohol-based excise duty from 2026, modernizing taxation and rationalizing pricing across alcoholic beverages, aiming for transparency and compliance.

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

How West Asia conflict may impact other core industries, beyond oil & gas, Pg16

West Asia conflict threatens Indian industries: Supply disruptions loom for steel, fertilizers, and construction materials amid rising tensions.

How West Asia conflict may impact other core industries, beyond oil & gas, Pg16

West Asia conflict threatens Indian industries: Supply disruptions loom for steel, fertilizers, and construction materials amid rising tensions.

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

Govt orders refiners to boost LPG output to meet cooking gas needs, Pg16

Government invokes Essential Commodities Act, directs refiners to maximize LPG output amid West Asia crisis, ensuring domestic supply and price stability.

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

Govt orders refiners to boost LPG output to meet cooking gas needs, Pg16

Government invokes Essential Commodities Act, directs refiners to maximize LPG output amid West Asia crisis, ensuring domestic supply and price stability.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

'Ongoing conflict may fuel imported inflation; prolonged crisis could hit exchange rate, CAD', Pg16

Geopolitical tensions may trigger imported inflation, weaken rupee, and widen CAD, posing economic challenges for India, says Finance Ministry.

'Ongoing conflict may fuel imported inflation; prolonged crisis could hit exchange rate, CAD', Pg16

Geopolitical tensions may trigger imported inflation, weaken rupee, and widen CAD, posing economic challenges for India, says Finance Ministry.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI to conduct Rs 1 lakh crore OMO purchase of G-Sec, Pg16

RBI announces ₹1 lakh crore OMO purchase of government securities in two tranches to manage liquidity.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI to conduct Rs 1 lakh crore OMO purchase of G-Sec, Pg16

RBI announces ₹1 lakh crore OMO purchase of government securities in two tranches to manage liquidity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

Zero liability for customers in case of lender negligence: RBI, Pg16

RBI proposes zero liability for customers in fraudulent digital transactions due to lender negligence, effective July 1, 2026.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

Zero liability for customers in case of lender negligence: RBI, Pg16

RBI proposes zero liability for customers in fraudulent digital transactions due to lender negligence, effective July 1, 2026.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

New GDP series: Distance to $5-tn target increases, Pg19

New GDP series reveals India's economy at $3.9 trillion, impacting average income and delaying $5-trillion target.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

New GDP series: Distance to $5-tn target increases, Pg19

New GDP series reveals India's economy at $3.9 trillion, impacting average income and delaying $5-trillion target.

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

U.S. ‘allows’ India to buy Russian oil for 30 days, Pg1

U.S. grants India 30-day allowance for Russian oil imports amidst Iran's global energy influence, aiming to stabilize oil prices.

U.S. ‘allows’ India to buy Russian oil for 30 days, Pg1

U.S. grants India 30-day allowance for Russian oil imports amidst Iran's global energy influence, aiming to stabilize oil prices.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Karnataka, A.P. set to ban social media use by minors, Pg1

The governments of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have announced plans to ban social media use for minors, aiming to mitigate the psychological and social risks associated with early digital exposure.

Karnataka, A.P. set to ban social media use by minors, Pg1

The governments of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh have announced plans to ban social media use for minors, aiming to mitigate the psychological and social risks associated with early digital exposure.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

LS to debate resolution on removal of Om Birla as Speaker on Monday. Pg1

The Lok Sabha is scheduled to debate a significant Opposition-led resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla on Monday, marking a rare procedural challenge in India's lower house.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

LS to debate resolution on removal of Om Birla as Speaker on Monday. Pg1

The Lok Sabha is scheduled to debate a significant Opposition-led resolution seeking the removal of Speaker Om Birla on Monday, marking a rare procedural challenge in India's lower house.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

International Women's Day 2026: Calls for ethical AI intensify amid rising digital threats and deepfakes targeting women globally.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

International Women's Day 2026: Calls for ethical AI intensify amid rising digital threats and deepfakes targeting women globally.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Land Reforms in IndiaGS 2: Poverty and Hunger

Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers, Pg10

International Women's Day 2026 highlights women farmers' rights, land access, and nutritional security for equitable, resilient, and nourished India.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Land Reforms in IndiaGS 2: Poverty and Hunger

Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers, Pg10

International Women's Day 2026 highlights women farmers' rights, land access, and nutritional security for equitable, resilient, and nourished India.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

I&B Ministry halts publication of TRP for TV news channels, Pg13

I&B Ministry suspends TRP publication for TV news channels amid concerns over sensational war reporting and potential public panic.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

I&B Ministry halts publication of TRP for TV news channels, Pg13

I&B Ministry suspends TRP publication for TV news channels amid concerns over sensational war reporting and potential public panic.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

India denies assisting U.S. Navy in attack on Iran’s ship, Pg13

India has officially denied reports of any involvement in the U.S. Navy's sinking of the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka, with naval officials labeling such claims "baseless" and emphasizing that existing bilateral defense pacts do not obligate India to support American combat operations.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

News Analysis

9,000 Indians stuck in Iran, Centre works on plan to bring them home, Pg1

9,000 Indians stuck in Iran, Centre works on plan to bring them home, Pg1

Panel led by MoEF Secy ‘suppressed’ FSI view on Aravalli, amicus informs SC, Pg1

Panel led by MoEF Secy ‘suppressed’ FSI view on Aravalli, amicus informs SC, Pg1

Protected under UN treaty, half of world’s migratory wildlife on decline: Report, Pg2

Protected under UN treaty, half of world’s migratory wildlife on decline: Report, Pg2

Policy must catch up with breast cancer burden, Pg11

Policy must catch up with breast cancer burden, Pg11

Bracing for a crisis that goes beyond oil, Pg11

Bracing for a crisis that goes beyond oil, Pg11

Sinking of Dena opens new front in the war, disrupts hard-won regional peace, Pg12

Sinking of Dena opens new front in the war, disrupts hard-won regional peace, Pg12

Karnataka to bring in alcohol-based excise duty: CM, Pg14

Karnataka to bring in alcohol-based excise duty: CM, Pg14

How West Asia conflict may impact other core industries, beyond oil & gas, Pg16

How West Asia conflict may impact other core industries, beyond oil & gas, Pg16

Govt orders refiners to boost LPG output to meet cooking gas needs, Pg16

Govt orders refiners to boost LPG output to meet cooking gas needs, Pg16

'Ongoing conflict may fuel imported inflation; prolonged crisis could hit exchange rate, CAD', Pg16

'Ongoing conflict may fuel imported inflation; prolonged crisis could hit exchange rate, CAD', Pg16

RBI to conduct Rs 1 lakh crore OMO purchase of G-Sec, Pg16

RBI to conduct Rs 1 lakh crore OMO purchase of G-Sec, Pg16

Zero liability for customers in case of lender negligence: RBI, Pg16

Zero liability for customers in case of lender negligence: RBI, Pg16

New GDP series: Distance to $5-tn target increases, Pg19

New GDP series: Distance to $5-tn target increases, Pg19

U.S. ‘allows’ India to buy Russian oil for 30 days, Pg1

U.S. ‘allows’ India to buy Russian oil for 30 days, Pg1

Karnataka, A.P. set to ban social media use by minors, Pg1

Karnataka, A.P. set to ban social media use by minors, Pg1

LS to debate resolution on removal of Om Birla as Speaker on Monday. Pg1

LS to debate resolution on removal of Om Birla as Speaker on Monday. Pg1

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety, Pg10

Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers, Pg10

Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers, Pg10

I&B Ministry halts publication of TRP for TV news channels, Pg13

I&B Ministry halts publication of TRP for TV news channels, Pg13

India denies assisting U.S. Navy in attack on Iran’s ship, Pg13

India denies assisting U.S. Navy in attack on Iran’s ship, Pg13

‘Scientists, diplomats must discuss evolution of quantum computing’, Pg14

‘Scientists, diplomats must discuss evolution of quantum computing’, Pg14

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