Current affairs

New CAFE Norms 2027–32: Key Features, Targets and Significance

Context The Ministry of Power has notified new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Norms for passenger vehicles, applicable from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2032. About CAFE Norms Nature: A regulatory standard that sets limits on the fleet-average fuel...

UPSC Completes 100 Years in 2026: History, Constitutional Provisions, Functions and Significance

Context The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) completed 100 years on 1 October 2026, marking a century since India’s first Public Service Commission was established in 1926. Read Also: UPSC Daily Current Affairs 2026 About UPSC Origin: The first Public...

Gandhi Jayanti 2026: History, Significance and Gandhian Philosophy

Gandhi Jayanti is observed every year on October 2 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the most influential leaders of India's freedom struggle. Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. For UPSC aspirants,...

Right to Vote in India: Constitutional Status, Laws and Fundamental Rights Debate

Context Recent concerns over electoral-roll revisions, reported internal disagreements within the Election Commission of India (ECI), and the exclusion of eligible voters due to technical problems have revived the debate over the legal status and protection of the right to...

UN Charter Enemy State Clauses: Articles 53, 77 and 107 Explained

Japan’s Prime Minister has called for the removal of the “enemy state” references from the UN Charter, bringing renewed attention to provisions that originated in the aftermath of World War II. The clauses were framed when the United Nations was...

World Tourism Day 2026: Theme, India Tourism Data and Digital Transformation

World Tourism Day 2026 is observed on September 27 every year. The 2026 theme is “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism”, highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence, digital platforms and data-driven technologies in transforming the tourism sector....

Anti-Goonda Bill 2026 Explained: Why President Returned West Bengal Bill

President Droupadi Murmu has returned the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026 to the West Bengal Legislature for reconsideration. The key concern is the possible overlap between the Bill's provisions relating to drug-related offences and...

Cool Leaders Award 2026: Winners, Global Cooling Pledge & UPSC Relevance

Context The UNEP-led Cool Coalition launched the inaugural Cool Leaders Award at the Global Cooling Pledge Assembly 2026 in Singapore. The award recognises leadership in sustainable cooling, heat resilience and climate-friendly cooling solutions. What is the Cool Leaders Award? The...

Black Carbon and Himalayan Glacier Melt: Sources, Impacts and UPSC Relevance

A recent report has highlighted black carbon as a significant contributor to Himalayan glacier melt. Its deposition on snow and ice reduces surface reflectivity and increases the absorption of solar radiation, accelerating melting. What is Black Carbon? Black carbon (BC)...

AFSPA Extended Till March 2027: Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh Explained

The Centre has extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958, in designated “disturbed areas” of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh for another six months, effective from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. The latest extension largely retains...