UPSC Current Affairs 30 July 2026

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

Supreme Court strikes down Centre's 2021 order on retrospective environmental clearance, affirming government's power to grant exceptions under 1986 Act for public interest.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

Supreme Court strikes down Centre's 2021 order on retrospective environmental clearance, affirming government's power to grant exceptions under 1986 Act for public interest.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Delhi court initiates first-ever trial in absentia against absconding gangster Kapil Sangwan under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Delhi court initiates first-ever trial in absentia against absconding gangster Kapil Sangwan under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Tough exam leak Bill clears LS, Rahul raises police crackdown, Pg1

Parliament clears tough Public Examination Bill 2026 with enhanced penalties for exam leaks, as Rahul Gandhi criticizes police crackdown on students.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Tough exam leak Bill clears LS, Rahul raises police crackdown, Pg1

Parliament clears tough Public Examination Bill 2026 with enhanced penalties for exam leaks, as Rahul Gandhi criticizes police crackdown on students.

GS 2: Polity GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Rajya Sabha passes controversial bill criminalizing insult to national song Vande Mataram amidst strong protests, sparking significant parliamentary debate.

GS 2: Polity GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine GS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Rajya Sabha passes controversial bill criminalizing insult to national song Vande Mataram amidst strong protests, sparking significant parliamentary debate.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

Ship with 13 Indians stuck in Black Sea, embassy says ‘in touch with authorities’, Pg8

Indian Embassy monitors 13 seafarers on MV AMIRI stuck in Ukraine's Black Sea amid drone attacks, coordinating safety and repatriation efforts.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

Ship with 13 Indians stuck in Black Sea, embassy says ‘in touch with authorities’, Pg8

Indian Embassy monitors 13 seafarers on MV AMIRI stuck in Ukraine's Black Sea amid drone attacks, coordinating safety and repatriation efforts.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Government Budgeting

‘Oil price surge could be a strain for financing fiscal deficit & current account’, Pg9

Finance Ministry warns rising global crude oil prices could strain India's fiscal and current account deficits, and fuel inflation, despite resilient economic fundamentals.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Government Budgeting

‘Oil price surge could be a strain for financing fiscal deficit & current account’, Pg9

Finance Ministry warns rising global crude oil prices could strain India's fiscal and current account deficits, and fuel inflation, despite resilient economic fundamentals.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: IT and Computers

May services growth halved to under 10%, data suggests, Pg9

MoSPI's experimental Index of Services Production indicates India's services sector growth halved to 9.5% in May, down from 20.5% in April.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: IT and Computers

May services growth halved to under 10%, data suggests, Pg9

MoSPI's experimental Index of Services Production indicates India's services sector growth halved to 9.5% in May, down from 20.5% in April.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Economy GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: IT and Computers

12% Of Non-Agri Jobs At Risk Due To Gen AI, Says Goldman Sachs, Pg9

Goldman Sachs warns 12% of India's non-agricultural jobs face substitution risk from Generative AI, impacting 42-48% of workforce.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Economy GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: IT and Computers

12% Of Non-Agri Jobs At Risk Due To Gen AI, Says Goldman Sachs, Pg9

Goldman Sachs warns 12% of India's non-agricultural jobs face substitution risk from Generative AI, impacting 42-48% of workforce.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

US, Saudi hit Iran's allies in Iraq; Trump vows to punish Tehran, Pg11

West Asia conflict escalates as US-Saudi forces strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq, prompting Trump's vow to punish Tehran amidst regional instability.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

US, Saudi hit Iran's allies in Iraq; Trump vows to punish Tehran, Pg11

West Asia conflict escalates as US-Saudi forces strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq, prompting Trump's vow to punish Tehran amidst regional instability.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Dengue Vaccine Must Complement Prevention, Pg13

India approves Qdenga, its first dengue vaccine, emphasizing integrated vector management and public health strategies for comprehensive disease control.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Dengue Vaccine Must Complement Prevention, Pg13

India approves Qdenga, its first dengue vaccine, emphasizing integrated vector management and public health strategies for comprehensive disease control.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector

India's Fertility Decline Story Is Not Yet A Crisis. It Is A Policy Story, Pg14

India's fertility decline, driven by unmet family planning needs and son preference, is a complex policy story, not a crisis.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector

India's Fertility Decline Story Is Not Yet A Crisis. It Is A Policy Story, Pg14

India's fertility decline, driven by unmet family planning needs and son preference, is a complex policy story, not a crisis.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector

On antibiotics, problem isn't just overprescribing, Pg14

India's antibiotic overuse, driven by systemic healthcare weaknesses, necessitates urgent reforms in infection control, diagnostics, and public education to combat antimicrobial resistance.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector

On antibiotics, problem isn't just overprescribing, Pg14

India's antibiotic overuse, driven by systemic healthcare weaknesses, necessitates urgent reforms in infection control, diagnostics, and public education to combat antimicrobial resistance.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International Relations GS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography GS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

As Conflict Expands To Red Sea, India’s Crude Options, Pg15

Houthi attacks in Red Sea threaten India's crude oil imports, forcing reliance on Russian supplies and impacting global energy chokepoints.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International Relations GS 1: World GeographyPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography GS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

As Conflict Expands To Red Sea, India’s Crude Options, Pg15

Houthi attacks in Red Sea threaten India's crude oil imports, forcing reliance on Russian supplies and impacting global energy chokepoints.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

US and Iran resume hostilities in West Asia, with Jordan intercepting missiles and US striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

US and Iran resume hostilities in West Asia, with Jordan intercepting missiles and US striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

US Senate fast-tracks bill for 100% tariffs on Russian oil trade partners, potentially impacting India's discounted crude imports and energy security.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

US Senate fast-tracks bill for 100% tariffs on Russian oil trade partners, potentially impacting India's discounted crude imports and energy security.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

Supreme Court quashes 2021 OM, barring 'retrospective' environmental clearances and asserting administrative instructions cannot alter environmental checks.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation GS3: Environmental Impact Assessment

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

Supreme Court quashes 2021 OM, barring 'retrospective' environmental clearances and asserting administrative instructions cannot alter environmental checks.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

BS-III vehicles may need some tweaks for E20 fuel, says Centre, Pg1

Centre informs Parliament that BS-III vehicles may require rubber part replacements for E20 fuel compatibility, citing a study's findings.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

BS-III vehicles may need some tweaks for E20 fuel, says Centre, Pg1

Centre informs Parliament that BS-III vehicles may require rubber part replacements for E20 fuel compatibility, citing a study's findings.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

‘Virtual magnet’ claims reveal why EVs need their rare-earths, Pg2

Bengaluru startup Vimag Labs claims to replace rare-earth magnets in EV motors with software-controlled electromagnets, sparking debate on efficiency and cost implications for the EV market.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

‘Virtual magnet’ claims reveal why EVs need their rare-earths, Pg2

Bengaluru startup Vimag Labs claims to replace rare-earth magnets in EV motors with software-controlled electromagnets, sparking debate on efficiency and cost implications for the EV market.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: Governance GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

India's theatre command reform risks short-term operational readiness, necessitating a robust military readiness framework to mitigate transitional challenges.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: Governance GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

India's theatre command reform risks short-term operational readiness, necessitating a robust military readiness framework to mitigate transitional challenges.

GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Lingering challenges, Pg6

Government's crisis management approach to examination system failures, like NTA's, overlooks core structural issues in academic institutions and assessment.

GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Lingering challenges, Pg6

Government's crisis management approach to examination system failures, like NTA's, overlooks core structural issues in academic institutions and assessment.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

Controversial FCRA Bill 2026, listed for Monsoon Session, threatens civil society organizations with stringent foreign funding regulations and asset vesting.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

Controversial FCRA Bill 2026, listed for Monsoon Session, threatens civil society organizations with stringent foreign funding regulations and asset vesting.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Governance GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Governance GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Brexit's decade-long impact reveals UK's political instability, increased non-EU migration, and widened trade deficit, contrary to initial objectives.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS1: Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Brexit's decade-long impact reveals UK's political instability, increased non-EU migration, and widened trade deficit, contrary to initial objectives.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Percentage increase in Nepal’s tiger numbers in past four years, Pg8

Nepal's tiger population surges by 20% to 429 in four years, marking a significant conservation milestone despite human-wildlife conflict challenges.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Percentage increase in Nepal’s tiger numbers in past four years, Pg8

Nepal's tiger population surges by 20% to 429 in four years, marking a significant conservation milestone despite human-wildlife conflict challenges.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: IT and Computers

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

China offers open-weight AI models globally, leveraging its compute constraints and projecting soft power amidst US tech restrictions.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: IT and Computers

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

China offers open-weight AI models globally, leveraging its compute constraints and projecting soft power amidst US tech restrictions.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector

LS Passes Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Protests, Pg11

Lok Sabha passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill 2026 amidst Opposition protests over alleged police excesses during NEET-UG agitation.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector

LS Passes Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Protests, Pg11

Lok Sabha passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill 2026 amidst Opposition protests over alleged police excesses during NEET-UG agitation.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS1: The Freedom Struggle GS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

RS Passes Bill to Criminalise Disrespect to Vande Mataram, Pg11

Rajya Sabha passes Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, criminalizing disrespect to Vande Mataram and national symbols.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 1: Art & CulturePrelimsGS1: The Freedom Struggle GS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

RS Passes Bill to Criminalise Disrespect to Vande Mataram, Pg11

Rajya Sabha passes Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, criminalizing disrespect to Vande Mataram and national symbols.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

UN warns West Bank violence and illegal Israeli occupation are escalating, urging international action two years after ICJ ruling.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS4: Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

UN warns West Bank violence and illegal Israeli occupation are escalating, urging international action two years after ICJ ruling.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Yemen accuses Houthi rebels, guided by Iran's IRGC, of planning to impose fees on Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab transit, escalating regional tensions.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Yemen accuses Houthi rebels, guided by Iran's IRGC, of planning to impose fees on Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab transit, escalating regional tensions.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development GS3: Space Technology

Parliament Question: Private Sector Participation In The Space Sector

India's space sector booms with over $600 million private investment, 400+ startups, and 108 authorizations, driven by liberalized policies and government funds.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development GS3: Space Technology

Parliament Question: Private Sector Participation In The Space Sector

India's space sector booms with over $600 million private investment, 400+ startups, and 108 authorizations, driven by liberalized policies and government funds.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission

Government targets 100 GW nuclear power by 2047 for Viksit Bharat, enabling private sector participation via the new SHANTI Act.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission

Government targets 100 GW nuclear power by 2047 for Viksit Bharat, enabling private sector participation via the new SHANTI Act.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: E Governance GS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce GS3: E Technology in Aid of Farmers

PACS Digital Automation Framework

Government approves PACS digital automation and world's largest grain storage plan, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and farmer welfare through cooperative sector initiatives.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders GS2: E Governance GS3: Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce GS3: E Technology in Aid of Farmers

PACS Digital Automation Framework

Government approves PACS digital automation and world's largest grain storage plan, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and farmer welfare through cooperative sector initiatives.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS2: E Governance GS3: IT and Computers

IndiaAI Mission Advances AI-Driven Governance and Public Service Delivery through Collaborative Roadmaps, Innovation Challenges and Capacity Building

IndiaAI Mission spearheads AI-driven governance and public service delivery, fostering indigenous innovation, capacity building, and responsible AI development across critical sectors.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS2: E Governance GS3: IT and Computers

IndiaAI Mission Advances AI-Driven Governance and Public Service Delivery through Collaborative Roadmaps, Innovation Challenges and Capacity Building

IndiaAI Mission spearheads AI-driven governance and public service delivery, fostering indigenous innovation, capacity building, and responsible AI development across critical sectors.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Cross-border drug trafficking, especially synthetic drugs from the Death Triangle via porous North-Eastern borders, poses a significant challenge. Government implements multi-pronged strategy.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: Governance GS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Cross-border drug trafficking, especially synthetic drugs from the Death Triangle via porous North-Eastern borders, poses a significant challenge. Government implements multi-pronged strategy.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism GS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Status of Naxalism in the Country

India declares near eradication of Left Wing Extremism, attributing success to the 2015 National Policy and coordinated Centre-State security and development efforts.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Linkages between Development and Spread of Extremism GS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Status of Naxalism in the Country

India declares near eradication of Left Wing Extremism, attributing success to the 2015 National Policy and coordinated Centre-State security and development efforts.

GS 2: Governance GS 2: Polity GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: E Governance GS2: Indian Diaspora

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

DAANVEER initiative launched by Ministry of Panchayati Raj to empower Gram Panchayats with digital infrastructure via citizen contributions, improving local governance and transparency.

GS 2: Governance GS 2: Polity GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: E Governance GS2: Indian Diaspora

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

DAANVEER initiative launched by Ministry of Panchayati Raj to empower Gram Panchayats with digital infrastructure via citizen contributions, improving local governance and transparency.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Lok Sabha Passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026

Lok Sabha passes Bill enhancing penalties for unfair means in public examinations, establishing fast-track courts and special task forces.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Lok Sabha Passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026

Lok Sabha passes Bill enhancing penalties for unfair means in public examinations, establishing fast-track courts and special task forces.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Parliament Question: Research And Development Expenditure

India's R&D expenditure reaches 0.84% of GDP, with government launching major funds and missions to boost private sector participation and innovation.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Parliament Question: Research And Development Expenditure

India's R&D expenditure reaches 0.84% of GDP, with government launching major funds and missions to boost private sector participation and innovation.

GS 1: Art & Culture GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Pollen analysis reveals weak Indian Summer Monsoon and 4.2 ka event caused Harappan Civilization's decline and eastward migration around 4200 years ago.

GS 1: Art & Culture GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Pollen analysis reveals weak Indian Summer Monsoon and 4.2 ka event caused Harappan Civilization's decline and eastward migration around 4200 years ago.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

PM SETU

PM-SETU scheme aims to upgrade ITIs and NSTIs, enhancing vocational training quality with industry-aligned courses for improved employability.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

PM SETU

PM-SETU scheme aims to upgrade ITIs and NSTIs, enhancing vocational training quality with industry-aligned courses for improved employability.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Ministry Of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) Revised Base Year Of The Consumer Price Index From 2012=100 To 2024=100

MoSPI revises Consumer Price Index base year to 2024, expanding market coverage and item basket for accurate inflation measurement.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Ministry Of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) Revised Base Year Of The Consumer Price Index From 2012=100 To 2024=100

MoSPI revises Consumer Price Index base year to 2024, expanding market coverage and item basket for accurate inflation measurement.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Education Sector GS2: E Governance

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme offers collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans with interest subvention, ensuring equitable access to quality higher education for meritorious students.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS2: Education Sector GS2: E Governance

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme offers collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans with interest subvention, ensuring equitable access to quality higher education for meritorious students.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: E Governance GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: IT and Computers

India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 Countries

India signs MoUs with 24 nations to share Digital Public Infrastructure, including UPI and DigiLocker, fostering global digital transformation and cooperation.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: E Governance GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: IT and Computers

India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 Countries

India signs MoUs with 24 nations to share Digital Public Infrastructure, including UPI and DigiLocker, fostering global digital transformation and cooperation.

News Analysis

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

Retrospective green nod: SC strikes down Centre's order, opens window for exception, Pg1

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

In a first, trial in absentia begins today in Delhi against absconding gangster, Pg1

Tough exam leak Bill clears LS, Rahul raises police crackdown, Pg1

Tough exam leak Bill clears LS, Rahul raises police crackdown, Pg1

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Rajya Sabha Passes Bill Making Insult To Vande Mataram A Criminal Offence, Pg1

Ship with 13 Indians stuck in Black Sea, embassy says ‘in touch with authorities’, Pg8

Ship with 13 Indians stuck in Black Sea, embassy says ‘in touch with authorities’, Pg8

‘Oil price surge could be a strain for financing fiscal deficit & current account’, Pg9

‘Oil price surge could be a strain for financing fiscal deficit & current account’, Pg9

May services growth halved to under 10%, data suggests, Pg9

May services growth halved to under 10%, data suggests, Pg9

12% Of Non-Agri Jobs At Risk Due To Gen AI, Says Goldman Sachs, Pg9

12% Of Non-Agri Jobs At Risk Due To Gen AI, Says Goldman Sachs, Pg9

US, Saudi hit Iran's allies in Iraq; Trump vows to punish Tehran, Pg11

US, Saudi hit Iran's allies in Iraq; Trump vows to punish Tehran, Pg11

Dengue Vaccine Must Complement Prevention, Pg13

Dengue Vaccine Must Complement Prevention, Pg13

India's Fertility Decline Story Is Not Yet A Crisis. It Is A Policy Story, Pg14

India's Fertility Decline Story Is Not Yet A Crisis. It Is A Policy Story, Pg14

On antibiotics, problem isn't just overprescribing, Pg14

On antibiotics, problem isn't just overprescribing, Pg14

As Conflict Expands To Red Sea, India’s Crude Options, Pg15

As Conflict Expands To Red Sea, India’s Crude Options, Pg15

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

SC Restricts ‘Retrospective’ Environmental Clearances, Pg1

BS-III vehicles may need some tweaks for E20 fuel, says Centre, Pg1

BS-III vehicles may need some tweaks for E20 fuel, says Centre, Pg1

‘Virtual magnet’ claims reveal why EVs need their rare-earths, Pg2

‘Virtual magnet’ claims reveal why EVs need their rare-earths, Pg2

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

​Lingering challenges, Pg6

​Lingering challenges, Pg6

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

FCRA Bill 2026, a threat to civil society organisations, Pg6

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Percentage increase in Nepal’s tiger numbers in past four years, Pg8

Percentage increase in Nepal’s tiger numbers in past four years, Pg8

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

LS Passes Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Protests, Pg11

LS Passes Paper Leak Bill Amid Opposition Protests, Pg11

RS Passes Bill to Criminalise Disrespect to Vande Mataram, Pg11

RS Passes Bill to Criminalise Disrespect to Vande Mataram, Pg11

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Parliament Question: Private Sector Participation In The Space Sector

Parliament Question: Private Sector Participation In The Space Sector

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission

PACS Digital Automation Framework

PACS Digital Automation Framework

IndiaAI Mission Advances AI-Driven Governance and Public Service Delivery through Collaborative Roadmaps, Innovation Challenges and Capacity Building

IndiaAI Mission Advances AI-Driven Governance and Public Service Delivery through Collaborative Roadmaps, Innovation Challenges and Capacity Building

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Status of Naxalism in the Country

Status of Naxalism in the Country

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

Lok Sabha Passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026

Lok Sabha Passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026

Parliament Question: Research And Development Expenditure

Parliament Question: Research And Development Expenditure

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

PM SETU

Lingering challenges, Pg6

Lingering challenges, Pg6