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UPSC Current Affairs 2026

( As on - Apr 03 2026, 9:09 PM IST )

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS 2026 – Daily News for IAS & Civil Services Preparation - Page 2

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : International Relations MCQs on Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, ‘Atoms4NetZero’ initiative and more (Week 155)Subscriber Only

March 29, 2026 20:47 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on International Relations.

UPSC Key: Ethanol push as shield against energy crisis, Great Indian Bustard, and Golestan PalaceSubscriber Only

March 30, 2026 11:43 IST

How is knowing about Great Indian Bustard relevant to the UPSC exam? What significance do topics such as Houthis, e-cheques, and the Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) Agreement hold for both the Preliminary and Mains examinations? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for March 29, 2026.

UPSC CSAT Simplified | Finding basic numeracy and data interpretation difficult? Expert explains how to prepare (PART 5)Subscriber Only

March 29, 2026 16:22 IST

For UPSC CSAT 2026, Dr Mansoor Agha Siddiqui breaks down Basic Numeracy and Data Interpretation, offering clear concepts, smart strategies and practice questions to help aspirants improve accuracy.

Knowledge Nugget: CMS, COP15 and Migratory Species Conservation — what and why to study for UPSC prelimsSubscriber Only

March 30, 2026 09:29 IST

As the 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Migratory Species is underway in Brazil, let us examine the efforts made for the conservation of migratory species. What does the 2026 interim report on the state of the world’s migratory species say?

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz (March 22 to March 28, 2026) : 15 key questions with detailed answers for Prelims 2026Subscriber Only

March 29, 2026 17:57 IST

Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this weekly current affairs quiz (March 22–28), featuring key topics like SDRs, hydrogen trains, climate targets, and global chokepoints, with MCQs and detailed explanations.

UPSC Key: Major relief for oil PSUs, Sex vs gender, and Fall in gold pricesSubscriber Only

March 28, 2026 19:24 IST

How is the Rs 2.38 lakh cr-defence push important for your UPSC exam? What significance do topics such as War in West Asia, Olympics’ policy to bar transgender women, and the oil-shock paradox have for both the Preliminary and Main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for March 28, 2026.

The World This Week | West Asia War completes one month, Houthi rebels to enter conflict and India braces for energy price falloutSubscriber Only

March 28, 2026 22:04 IST

From the month-long war in West Asia and Washington’s policy zig-zags to India’s efforts to cushion fuel price shocks, here is a look at the key global developments this week.

UPSC Mains Answer Practice GS 1: rise of Persian language in India and differences in ideology between the Moderates and Extremists | Week 147Subscriber Only

March 28, 2026 13:35 IST

UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam: Strengthen your conceptual clarity and answer-writing skills with structured guidance, key points, and self-evaluation prompts. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

Knowledge Nugget | Western Disturbances explained amid IMD ‘Orange alert’ in some statesSubscriber Only

April 3, 2026 12:22 IST

UPSC Geography: As western disturbances are currently affecting the country, let us examine their mechanism, the factors driving the transition from winter to summer, and the key developments by the IMD in improving weather forecasts.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Environment and Geography MCQs on Indian wetlands for migratory birds, India’s carbon dioxide emissions and more (Week 155)Subscriber Only

March 27, 2026 18:48 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Environment and Geography.

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UPSC Key: Social media addiction trial, Nationally Determined Contributions and GLP-1 drugsSubscriber Only

March 28, 2026 12:32 IST

Why anti-West ideology relevant to the UPSC exam? What is the significance of topics such as the renewable energy sources, product liability law, and foreign exchange reserves on both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for March 27, 2026.

Art and Culture with Devdutt Pattanaik | How the British shaped India’s education systemSubscriber Only

March 30, 2026 14:47 IST

The shift from pre-colonial village education to the colonial English education system in India created both losses and new opportunities. How did this transition shape curricula, access to education across communities, and indigenous knowledge? 

Beyond Trending: What is garrison state?Subscriber Only

March 31, 2026 12:06 IST

According to SIPRI’s latest report, global arms transfers increased by 9.2 per cent in 2021–2025 compared to 2016–2020. Does this trend suggest that states are increasingly prioritising military strength, pointing towards a gradual shift to what is called “garrison states”? 

Knowledge Nugget | Helium in focus: Why the rare gas behind MRI scans and space missions mattersSubscriber Only

April 1, 2026 14:56 IST

UPSC Current Affairs: A global supply disruption of helium, triggered by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, is raising concerns for India’s healthcare sector, particularly due to its impact on MRI costs. But what is it about this seemingly simple gas that makes it so critical — and what must an aspirant know?

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Economy MCQs on AT-1 bonds, Domestic Systemically Important Banks and more (Week 155)Subscriber Only

March 26, 2026 19:58 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Economy.

How sex and gender distinction has evolved over time Subscriber Only

March 30, 2026 15:17 IST

The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, has brought the issue of gender identity into focus. In this context, let’s understand how debates about sex and gender have been central to feminist theorisation, and examine the evolution of legal framework on gender identity in India.

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UPSC Key: Iran peace plan, CAPF Bill and Finance BillSubscriber Only

March 27, 2026 18:26 IST

Why is India’s updated Nationally Determined Contributions relevant to the UPSC exam? What is the significance of topics such as the BRICS, Women’s Reservation Act, and the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026 on both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for March 26, 2026.

Knowledge Nugget: WTO’s 14th Ministerial Conference begins — all you need to knowSubscriber Only

March 31, 2026 11:09 IST

As the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is underway in Yaoundé, examine what is at stake, key takeaways from previous conferences, and major WTO reports in ‘Beyond the Nugget’.

UPSC Essentials | Mains Answer Practice GS 2 : China’s Xiaokang villages and role of India in West Asia (Week 147)Subscriber Only

March 26, 2026 11:34 IST

UPSC Civil Services Mains Exam: Strengthen your conceptual clarity and answer-writing skills with structured guidance, key points, and self-evaluation prompts. Do not miss points to ponder and answer in the comment box below.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz : Science and Technology MCQs on ethanol production, uranium enrichment and more (Week 155)Subscriber Only

March 26, 2026 12:12 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE Prelims 2026? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Science and Technology.

How India’s economy deals with West Asia warSubscriber Only

March 27, 2026 11:58 IST

As the US-Israel war on Iran drags on, its effects on fuel prices, supply chains, households and industries have become visible in India. How does the country prepare to deal with these shocks? See infographics for key insights.

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UPSC Key: Strategic Autonomy, Passive Euthanasia and Custodial DeathsSubscriber Only

March 26, 2026 18:32 IST

Why is Scheduled Caste status for Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists relevant to the UPSC exam? What is the significance of topics such as the women in the Indian Armed Forces, cervical cancer, and plea bargaining on both the preliminary and main exams? You can learn more by reading the Indian Express UPSC Key for March 25, 2026.

UPSC Prelims ‘SEE’ Snapshot : Talking cars, GDP rebasing and Nor’westers — quick lookSubscriber Only

March 31, 2026 11:21 IST

Short on time? Revise high-probability topics from Science, Economy, and Environment (SEE) — focusing on clarity and Prelims-oriented understanding. Don’t miss the infographics.

Knowledge Nugget | Global Climate in ‘Emergency’: record heat, melting ice, and rising health risks — WMO Report 2025Subscriber Only

March 31, 2026 11:34 IST

State of the Global Climate report 2025: The planet is flashing red, with record heat, ocean warming, glacier melt and rising health risks. Why is our planet in a “state of emergency”? What does the State of Global Climate 2025 report reveal about climate? Here's all you need to know.

UPSC Essentials | Daily subject-wise quiz: Polity and Governance MCQs on Autonomous District Councils, Election Commission of India and more (Week 155)Subscriber Only

March 24, 2026 18:59 IST

Are you preparing for UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims? Check your progress and revise your topics through this quiz on Polity and Governance.

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