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UPSC Current Affairs8 April 2026

38 articles across 3 GS papers

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politics10
international6
economy5
science4
society4
defence4

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court 9‑Judge Bench Continues Hearing on Sabarimala Constitutional Issues – Day 2

Supreme Court probes who can challenge religious customs: the Sabarimala standing debate

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scienceGS3

National Quantum Mission achieves 1,000‑km QKD network in under 3 years — Implications for Defence & Deep‑Tech

India’s 1,000‑km quantum‑secure network fast‑tracks defence and deep‑tech self‑reliance

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economyGS3

MPC Keeps RBI Repo Rate at 5.25% under LAF — Implications for Inflation and Liquidity

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25% to balance inflation control with growth‑supporting liquidity.

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GS Paper I

2 articles

History, Geography & Indian Society

scienceGS1

PFBR Achieves First Criticality in 2026; Cost Overruns & Delays Raise Policy Questions

PFBR’s 2026 criticality spotlights cost overruns and regulatory lapses in India’s nuclear push.

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defenceGS1

U.S. Justice Department Disrupts GRU‑Run DNS Hijacking Network – Implications for Cyber Security

US dismantles GRU DNS‑hijacking network, underscoring need for robust cyber‑law and infrastructure

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GS Paper II

21 articles

Polity, Governance & International Relations

politicsGS2

Supreme Court 9‑Judge Bench Continues Hearing on Sabarimala Constitutional Issues – Day 2

Supreme Court probes who can challenge religious customs: the Sabarimala standing debate

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88%
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societyGS2

GS Paper III

15 articles

Economy, Environment & Science & Technology

scienceGS3

National Quantum Mission achieves 1,000‑km QKD network in under 3 years — Implications for Defence & Deep‑Tech

India’s 1,000‑km quantum‑secure network fast‑tracks defence and deep‑tech self‑reliance

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85%
UPSC
economyGS3
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Supreme Court Bench Examines Power to Strike Down ‘Superstitious’ Religious Practices – Sabarimala Reference

Supreme Court says courts can curb superstitious rites that threaten public order

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internationalGS2

Iran Unveils 10‑Point Plan Demanding US Acceptance of Uranium Enrichment and Sanctions Lift

Iran’s 10‑point demand ties nuclear rights, sanctions lift, and Hormuz control to any US peace deal.

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internationalGS2

Russian Satellite Surveys Aid Iran's Targeting of US Forces in West Asia – Implications for Geopolitics and Cybersecurity

Russian satellite intel fuels Iran’s targeting of US bases, reshaping hybrid warfare dynamics

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internationalGS2

India Welcomes US‑Iran Ceasefire, Calls for De‑escalation, Dialogue and Diplomacy in West Asia

India backs US‑Iran ceasefire, stressing diplomatic de‑escalation for West Asian stability.

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Bench Questions ‘Constitutional Morality’ in Religious Freedom Cases – Centre’s Stand

Centre challenges constitutional morality doctrine, seeking to curb Supreme Court’s progressive rulings.

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Questions PIL Standing of Non‑Devotees in Sabarimala Women‑Entry Review

Supreme Court probes standing of non‑devotees in Sabarimala PIL, raising PIL‑locus‑stanti debate

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Hearing on Sabarimala Review: SG Mehta Rejects ‘Constitutional Morality’ as Judicial Standard

Supreme Court debates ‘constitutional morality’ in Sabarimala case – a test of judicial activism vs restraint.

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internationalGS2

Trump Announces Two‑Week Suspension of Iran Bombing – Pakistan Mediates Ceasefire (Apr 7 2026)

US halts Iran strikes for two weeks, spotlighting Pakistan’s mediation role in Middle‑East de‑escalation.

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internationalGS2

U.S.-Iran Ceasefire and Reopening of Strait of Hormuz Offers Immediate Relief to Indian Exporters

US‑Iran ceasefire reopens Hormuz, averting export losses for India

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politicsGS2

Gujarat High Court Orders Inclusion of Omitted Voter in Electoral Roll — Upholding Electoral Rights

Court mandates voter inclusion, reinforcing universal franchise before elections

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politicsGS2

2026 Assembly Elections in Kerala, Assam & Puducherry – Campaign Dynamics, Alliances and Key Issues

Single‑phase 2026 polls test coalition dynamics and welfare‑driven politics in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry

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societyGS2

MeitY’s Proposed Rule Change to Empower I&B Over Social Media Users — Civil Society Pushback, 7 April 2026

MeitY’s draft to make social‑media users news publishers threatens free speech – UPSC focus

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societyGS2

Supreme Court Review of Max Hospital Doctor’s Stance in Gurugram Child Rape Case

Supreme Court scrutiny of doctor’s testimony highlights POCSO enforcement & medical accountability

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internationalGS2

Trump Announces Two‑Week Ceasefire with Iran on Day 40 of Conflict — Implications for Regional Security

Two‑week US‑Iran ceasefire averts Strait of Hormuz oil shock, reshaping regional security

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defenceGS2

INS Trikand’s Port Call at Mombasa (07 Apr 2026) – Boosting India‑Kenya Maritime Ties under MAHASAGAR

India uses naval diplomacy at Mombasa to secure Indian Ocean trade routes under MAHASAGAR

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Upholds Withholding of Gratuity During Pending Criminal or Disciplinary Proceedings – CCS Pension Rules

SC upholds gratuity embargo till all criminal & disciplinary probes conclude – protects public funds

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Sets Fresh 12‑Year Limitation Clock for Decree Execution After Appeal Dismissal

Supreme Court resets 12‑year limit for decree execution after appeal dismissal, impacting civil litigation timelines

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Quashes Murder Conviction Over Faulty Section 27 Evidence Recovery

Supreme Court stresses forensic proof for Section‑27 seizures, safeguarding fair trials

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Orders Sealing of 44 Illegal Properties in Meerut, Censures Former Divisional Commissioner

Supreme Court’s sealing order underscores rule of law and admin accountability in urban planning

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societyGS2

Delhi High Court Orders Action on Rana Ayyub’s X Posts Allegedly Insulting Hindu Deities

Delhi HC’s order on Rana Ayyub’s X posts highlights judiciary’s check on online hate speech

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MPC Keeps RBI Repo Rate at 5.25% under LAF — Implications for Inflation and Liquidity

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25% to balance inflation control with growth‑supporting liquidity.

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scienceGS3

ISRO Chairperson Announces Imminent Launch Date for Gaganyaan's First Uncrewed Mission (HLVM3 G1/OM1)

ISRO’s imminent uncrewed Gaganyaan launch underscores India’s push for indigenous human spaceflight.

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schemesGS3

PMMY Marks 11 Years: Over ₹40 Lakh Crore Disbursed, Boosting MSME Credit Inclusion

PMMY’s ₹40 Lakh‑Crore Disbursement Marks a Decade‑plus Boost to MSME Credit Inclusion

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environmentGS3

India Revises NDCs: 47% GDP Emission Intensity Cut by 2035, 60% Clean Power, 3.5‑4 GtCO₂e Forest Sink

India’s 2026 NDC upgrade raises climate ambition—key for UPSC’s environment & policy syllabus

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defenceGS3

Iranian Hackers Escalate Attacks on US Critical Infrastructure PLCs and SCADA Systems — 8 April 2026

Iranian cyber‑attacks on US critical‑infrastructure underscore the need for robust cyber‑security policy.

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economyGS3

NITI Aayog Report (7 Apr 2026): Women’s Credit Portfolio Hits ₹76 Lakh Crore – 26% of System Credit

Women now command 26% of India’s credit market, signalling deeper financial inclusion.

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environmentGS3

CAQM Imposes Rs 61.85 crore Environmental Compensation on Six Power Plants for Ignoring Biomass Co‑firing Norms

CAQM fines power plants for flouting mandatory biomass co‑firing, tightening air‑quality enforcement in NCR

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schemesGS3

PM Mudra Yojana Marks 11 Years: ₹40 Lakh Crore Disbursed, 2/3 Loans to Women

PM Mudra Yojana’s 11‑year run fuels self‑employment and women’s empowerment through ₹40 lakh crore credit.

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economyGS3

EAC‑PM Chairman S. Mahendra Dev Predicts INR Stabilisation at 92‑93/USD, Anticipates FII Inflows

EAC‑PM predicts rupee steadiness at ₹92‑93/USD, signalling renewed FII inflows.

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scienceGS3

NITI Aayog's Consultative Meeting on Research Translation – Strengthening Industry‑Academia Ties

NITI Aayog pushes formal structures to bridge India’s lab‑to‑market gap.

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environmentGS3

Andhra Pradesh to Process 5,000+ Tonnes of Waste Daily via 107 Centres & 6 WtE Plants

Andhra Pradesh’s 5,000‑tonne daily waste drive showcases state‑led circular economy and renewable energy push

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economyGS3

Cabinet Committee Approves 84% Cost Hike for HPCL Rajasthan Refinery – Boost to Domestic Petrochemicals

CCEA’s approval of 84% cost hike for HPCL Rajasthan refinery underscores push for self‑reliant petrochemicals

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economyGS3

Supreme Court Clarifies Money‑Lending Laws – Existing State Provisions Remain Enforceable

Supreme Court reaffirms enforceability of State money‑lending laws, averting legal vacuum

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defenceGS3

INS Sudarshini Departs Sète After Successful Participation in Escale à Sète 2026 – Boosting India‑France Maritime Ties

INS Sudarshini’s participation in Escale à Sète underscores naval diplomacy boosting Indo‑French strategic ties

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