Current affairs

India’s Ethanol Blending Programme Beyond E20: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Road Ahead

Context The government has exempted higher ethanol blends (E22-E30) from central excise duty and proposed recognising E85 and E100 fuels under Central Motor Vehicles Rules. The push beyond E20 reflects both energy security imperatives and the political economy of agricultural...

Bharat Innovates 2026: PM Modi, Macron Launch India’s Biggest Deep-Tech Event in France

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly inaugurated Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global innovation powerhouse. The three-day summit brings together India's leading deep-tech startups, researchers,...

Can AI Create More Jobs Than It Destroys in India? The Real Picture

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century. From generating content and writing code to diagnosing diseases and automating business processes, AI is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. As AI adoption accelerates...

Nicobarese Tribal Governance Debate 2026: Indigenous Self-Rule vs Formal Elections in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Context The A&NI administration notified draft election rules for Nicobarese Tribal Councils in May 2026. This has triggered a sharp debate on state interference in indigenous self-governance. What Is the Existing Governance Structure of the Nicobarese? Consensus-Based Captaincy System: Each...

Global Peace Index 2026: Top 10 Safest Countries, India Rank, South Asia Rankings

The Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026 has once again highlighted the growing challenges facing global stability. Released by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), the latest report shows that global peacefulness has declined for the twelfth consecutive year, reflecting...

NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting 2026: Key Highlights

Why in News? The 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog was held on 11 June 2026 under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. For the first time, all 28 Chief Ministers participated in the meeting. Discussions focused on...

World Day Against Child Labour 2026: Theme, History, Significance, and Global Efforts to End Child Labour

World Day Against Child Labour 2026 is observed globally on 12 June 2026 to raise awareness about the millions of children who continue to be trapped in labour instead of attending school and enjoying their childhood. The day serves as...

India at Bonn Climate Talks 2026: Key Positions, Climate Finance Concerns and UNFCCC SB64

Context India made key interventions at the 64th session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB64) underway in Bonn, Germany Read Also: UPSC Daily Current Affairs 2026 About UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies The UNFCCC operates through two permanent Subsidiary Bodies that meet...

India–Nepal Relations at a Crossroads: Strategic Challenges, Emerging Opportunities, and the Way

Context Nepal PM's parliamentary acknowledgement that the Kalapani-Lipulekh-Limpiyadhura dispute may involve claims from both sides, coupled with a series of high-level diplomatic engagements during 2025-26, has opened a fresh opportunity to reset India-Nepal relations. Read Also: UPSC Daily Current Affairs...

India’s Fertility Transition and the Road Ahead: Opportunities, Challenges, and Policy Imperatives

Context India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has fallen to 1.9 in NFHS-6 (2023–24), below the replacement level of 2.1, signalling a significant demographic transition with important economic and social implications. Read Also: UPSC Daily Current Affairs 2026 What Does the...