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Samachar Pathshala turns the day's PIB releases and major newspaper coverage into concise, exam-tagged current affairs with Prelims pointers, GS syllabus tags, and Mains angles. Read today's current affairs, test yourself with the daily quiz, or sign in to track your streak and unlock full analysis.
Current affairs for UPSC preparation
Follow the latest government schemes, reports, appointments, and policy updates in one focused current affairs feed. Every dispatch identifies its source and is organized for quick revision, Prelims recall, and Mains answer writing.
Latest dispatches
- Delhi Master Plan 2047 (MPD-2047) unveiled as roadmap for Viksit Delhi and Viksit Bharat 2047Union Minister Manohar Lal unveiled the Delhi Master Plan 2047 (MPD-2047) as a roadmap for Viksit Delhi and Viksit Bharat 2047, including affordable housing, Transit-Oriented Development, and redevelopment approaches.PIB · PIB · GS1
- The Vanashakti verdict is balanced and pragmaticSupreme Court in <strong>Vanashakti vs Union of India</strong> reiterated that prior <strong>environmental clearance (EC)</strong> is mandatory under the <strong>2006 EIA Notification</strong>, and that legacy violation projects cannot seek regularisation through later “violation” windows unless Parliament creates a fresh legal mechanism.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS3
- Delhi master plan notified; 40 lakh houses planned (teaser)The Delhi Development Authority notified the Master Plan for Delhi-2047 as a 20-year framework for housing, redevelopment, transport and urban expansion, targeting around 43 lakh new homes.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- SC form panel to probe NEET protest violenceSupreme Court orders continuous expert monitoring of NEET protest violence through a High-Powered Expert Committee (HPEC) with interim findings.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- High Court Bench for Ladakh approvedUnion Cabinet decided to establish a High Court Bench in Ladakh to improve access to justice in the Union Territory.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- What is it with West Bengal and fires?Recurring deadly fires in West Bengal are being linked to weak fire-safety practices, poor enforcement of fire regulations, corruption risks, and unsafe conversions of older buildings into hotels and similar occupancies.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- Beyond blasphemy: how laws can curtail the possibility of social reformA The Hindu opinion argues that laws meant to prevent communal violence—especially IPC <strong>Section 295A</strong>—are often used to suppress critique of religious practice.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- Amit Shah chairs 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting; discusses water disputes, development, crime justice and health prioritiesAmit Shah chaired the 31st Southern Zonal Council meeting at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, and pressed states on water disputes, child protection justice timelines, nutrition outcomes, and drug control coordination.PIB · PIB · GS2
- Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) to strengthen tribal MFP-based livelihoodsGovernment announces expansion of the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) model to improve tribal livelihoods from Minor Forest Produce (MFP) through Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) and Minimum Support Price (MSP) procurement.PIB · PIB · GS2
- CAQM amendments through circulation to Directions No. 86 and No. 98 on implementation areas and timeline; status of Environmental Compensation on non-compliant Thermal Power PlantsCAQM amendments extended Delhi-NCR implementation coverage and timelines, and reported the status of Environmental Compensation on six non-compliant thermal power plants for biomass co-firing targets during 2024-25.PIB · PIB · GS3
- ‘Transmission constraints threaten India’s renewable energy expansion’ICRA flagged that weak inter-state transmission and delayed Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) firming are increasing day-time solar curtailment under Temporary General Network Access (T-GNA).The Hindu · The Hindu · GS3
- SC calls on students to school elders in waste managementThe Supreme Court directed district collectors and schools to strengthen society-wide participation in solid waste management under the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS3
- THE GIST (polygamy explainer)The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response in a polygamy petition and asked for consideration of legislative steps to abolish polygamy for all citizens.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- Why is the Supreme Court examining polygamy again?The Supreme Court is examining a petition seeking abolition of polygamy under Muslim Personal Law and criminalising it for all citizens.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- Due diligence: Curbs on surrogate advertising must avoid regulatory overreachMaharashtra Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe’s enforcement action targets celebrity-endorsed tobacco-adjacent surrogate advertising, raising questions about the proof standard courts require.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- Vote of trust: Clean electoral rolls are a must, but must not be weaponised by stateDonald Trump’s praise of India’s election administration revived the US–India debate on election integrity, focusing on clean electoral rolls and politically neutral eligibility verification.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- Ban on new petrol, diesel and CNG light goods vehicles in Delhi and NCRCAQM announced a phased ban on registering new petrol, diesel and CNG small light goods vehicles (LGVs) in Delhi and NCR, with electric LGVs permitted in specified areas.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS3
- If solar irrigation is over-drawing groundwater, it’s being done wrongSolar irrigation policies under PM-KUSUM (and PM-KUSUM 2.0) must be designed to match local aquifers and incentives, so cleaner energy does not worsen groundwater depletion.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS3
- HC questions govt. on need for MP/MLA endorsement to avail Lakshmi Yojana aidDelhi High Court questioned a Delhi government requirement of MP/MLA endorsement for women to receive benefits under the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana (₹2,500 per month).The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- NTA reforms should have meaningful continuity: SCThe Supreme Court said reforms for the National Testing Agency must be continuous and institutionalised, not replaced through new panels after exam failures.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2
- DRI busts wildlife trafficking syndicate; seizes 54 ivory artefacts in LucknowDirectorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 54 ivory artefacts in Lucknow and handed the seized material and four accused to the UP Forest Department for further investigation.PIB · PIB · GS3
- TDB-DST extends financial assistance to OrthoGraft for commercialization of advanced tissue-derived biological dressings for wound careTechnology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), extended financial assistance to Ortho Graft Pvt. Ltd. for producing advanced tissue-derived biological dressings for wound care.PIB · PIB · GS3
- Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026: Uniform fiscal framework for mineral taxationThe Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 restricts States from imposing fresh taxes on mineral rights and mineral-bearing lands outside Central Government conditions.PIB · PIB · GS3
- ICAR’s 97th AGM outlines roadmap for farmer-centric, resilient and self-reliant agricultureICAR’s 97th Annual General Meeting at NASC, New Delhi, set a demand-driven, farmer-income and export-oriented research roadmap under Union Agriculture ministers.PIB · PIB · GS3
- Regional Rural Banks record strong credit growth and Priority Sector Lending achievement in FY 2025–26PIB reports strong Regional Rural Bank (RRB) credit growth and high Priority Sector Lending (PSL) achievement during FY 2025–26.PIB · PIB · GS3
- Government support to India’s coconut sector: exports, livelihoods and key schemesPIB announced enhanced Minimum Support Prices for copra (2026 season) and described CDB-linked support for coconut cultivation, productivity, rejuvenation and value-added exports.PIB · PIB · GS3
- Losing forest for treesA The Hindu editorial warns that India’s biodiversity and land-use governance can over-prioritise short-term visible metrics instead of long-term forest conservation outcomes.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS3
- Bharat Taxi: India’s first cooperative-led ride-hailing platformBharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, was established on 6 June 2025 under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002.PIB · PIB · GS2
- UDISE+ Report 2025–26: India’s school education progress on access, equity, learning continuity and infrastructurePIB released the UDISE+ 2025–26 school education assessment with updated indicators on access, retention, teacher availability and infrastructure.PIB · PIB · GS2
- Why has the Centre opposed creamy layer for SC/STs?Supreme Court-linked petitions seek clarity on whether “creamy layer” exclusion should apply within SC/ST reservations, after Union government submissions say it does not apply.The Hindu · The Hindu · GS2