Current affairs

Polavaram Irrigation Project: Location, Features, Godavari River and National Project Status

Context The Water Resources Department in Andhra Pradesh is focusing on completing the long-pending gap works in the Right Main Canal (RMC) of the Polavaram irrigation project in West Godavari district by June-July 2026. Highlights of the Polavaram irrigation project...

India’s Strategic Response to the EU’s Border Adjustment Mechanism

Context The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) came into force on January 1, 2026, marking a major shift in how global trade and climate policy intersect. About Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism It is a European Union (EU) tariff on...

World Asthma Day 2026: Theme, Significance, Global Burden and India’s Challenges Explained

World Asthma Day 2026 is observed on May 5, 2026, to raise global awareness about asthma and promote equitable access to effective treatment. The day is organized by the Global Initiative for Asthma, a leading international body that works to...

Pulitzer Prizes 2026: Complete Winners List, Categories, Highlights and Significance

The Pulitzer Prizes 2026 celebrated the finest achievements in journalism, literature, drama, music, and photography, recognizing impactful storytelling and public-interest reporting across the globe. Administered by Columbia University, these prestigious awards continue to define excellence in media and the arts....

Santa Marta TAFF Conference 2026: Key Highlights, Workstreams and Global Impact Explained

The Santa Marta TAFF Conference 2026 marks a pivotal moment in global climate governance, as nations intensify efforts to shift away from fossil fuels. Co-hosted by Colombia and the Netherlands, the conference took place in Santa Marta, bringing together policymakers,...

International Firefighters Day 2026: History, Significance, Theme and Global Observance

International Firefighters Day 2026 is observed on May 4 across the world to honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of firefighters who risk their lives daily to protect people, property, and the environment. This global observance pays tribute to those...

Bengal Election Result 2026 LIVE: BJP Crosses 90 Leads, Mamata vs Adhikari Battle Heats Up

The West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 have entered their most निर्णायक phase as counting of votes began on May 4, 2026. Early trends indicate a strong lead for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the ruling All India Trinamool Congress...

Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 Report: Key Features, Indicators, and Rural Governance Impact

Context The Ministry of Panchayati Raj unveiled the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 Report for the year 2023–24 on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day. UPSC Daily Current Affairs 2026 About Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0 PAI 2.0 is...

Creamy Layer in India: Meaning, Criteria, Income Limit, and Supreme Court Judgments

Context The creamy layer issue has recently come back into focus as fresh petitions have been filed before the Supreme Court of India seeking to extend the creamy layer principle to SC/ST reservations. UPSC Daily Current Affairs 2026 About the...

Supreme Court on Hate Speech: Key Judgments, Guidelines, and Constitutional Provisions

Context The Supreme Court of India examined multiple petitions seeking a separate law to address hate speech and related crimes. The Court acknowledged the seriousness of the issue but refused to direct the creation of a new law, stating that...