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UPSC Current Affairs 15 July 2026 | Daily Digest – Vaidra
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UPSC Current Affairs15 July 2026

31 articles across 3 GS papers

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politics
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international7
environment4
society4
science3
economy3

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schemesCentral Schemes & Welfare ProgrammesGS3

Union Cabinet Approves ₹1.27 Lakh Cr Semicon 2.0 – Boosting India’s Chip Design & Manufacturing

Cabinet backs ₹1.27 Lakh Cr Semicon 2.0 to make India self‑reliant in chips.

85%
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politicsBurning IssuesGS2

Supreme Court’s Assurance on J&K Statehood Remains Unfulfilled – BJP’s Inaction and Political Implications

Supreme Court’s statehood promise for J&K remains unkept, testing India’s federal balance

85%
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scienceSci-Tech Developments & InnovationGS3

Gaganyaan Crew Module Design: Sphere‑Cone Shape, Mono‑Stability and Re‑Entry Challenges

Gaganyaan’s sphere‑cone crew module boosts India’s safe human spaceflight capability.

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GS Paper I

1 article

History, Geography & Indian Society

societyEducation & Health InitiativesGS1

PM Narendra Modi Shares Sanskrit Subhashitam Highlighting Youth, Knowledge, Skills and Health — Implications for Nation‑Building

PM Modi uses Sanskrit verse to push youth‑centric knowledge, skill and health agenda

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GS Paper II

17 articles

Polity, Governance & International Relations

politicsBurning IssuesGS2

Supreme Court’s Assurance on J&K Statehood Remains Unfulfilled – BJP’s Inaction and Political Implications

Supreme Court’s statehood promise for J&K remains unkept, testing India’s federal balance

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85%
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internationalAgreements & InitiativesGS2

GS Paper III

13 articles

Economy, Environment & Science & Technology

schemesCentral Schemes & Welfare ProgrammesGS3

Union Cabinet Approves ₹1.27 Lakh Cr Semicon 2.0 – Boosting India’s Chip Design & Manufacturing

Cabinet backs ₹1.27 Lakh Cr Semicon 2.0 to make India self‑reliant in chips.

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Modi’s 2026 Australia‑New Zealand Visits Boost Strategic Ties under Act East & MAHASAGAR

Modi’s 2026 visits cement India’s strategic foothold in the Indo‑Pacific.

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78%
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politicsLegislation & Institutional GovernanceGS2

ECI Extends Special Intensive Revision Schedule for Delhi, Punjab, Karnataka, Telangana, Haryana & Andhra Pradesh (2026)

ECI extends SIR schedule to ensure accurate voter rolls before next elections

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politicsLegislation & Institutional GovernanceGS2

Punjab & Haryana HC Rules Sloganeering Insufficient for Sedition Charges in Kaithal Case

Slogans alone cannot attract sedition charges, says Punjab & Haryana HC

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72%
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environmentBiodiversity & ConservationGS2

Madras High Court to Hear Challenge to NGT’s 1‑km Construction Ban around Pallikaranai Marsh – Aug 3, 2026

High Court tests NGT’s blanket ban on construction near Pallikaranai wetland

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70%
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internationalGeneralGS2

Doha Talks on Iran's Nuclear Programme: JCPOA Stalemate and NPT Double Standards

Doha talks stall, exposing NPT double standards and challenges for India’s nuclear policy

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70%
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internationalAgreements & InitiativesGS2

India-UK Trade Pact (CETA) & Social Security Agreement Enacted – Boost for Farmers, MSMEs and Skilled Talent

India‑UK trade pact and social‑security treaty boost farmers, MSMEs and skilled talent.

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70%
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internationalAgreements & InitiativesGS2

India‑UK CETA & Social Security Pact Come into Force – Zero‑Duty Access for 99% of Indian Exports

India‑UK CETA gives zero‑duty access to 99% of Indian exports – a game‑changer for trade and jobs.

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internationalAgreements & InitiativesGS2

India‑UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) Comes into Force – Gains for Farmers, MSMEs and Services

India‑UK CETA boosts Indian farmers, MSMEs and skilled‑labour mobility – a key trade‑policy shift.

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70%
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politicsBurning IssuesGS2

Supreme Court Adjourns Hearing on Krishna Janmabhoomi‑Shahi Idgah Dispute as Hindu Parties Negotiate Lead Suit

SC adjourns Mathura temple‑mosque case, stressing need for a single lead suit.

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70%
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politicsLegislation & Institutional GovernanceGS2

PM Modi’s July 17 Visit to Haryana, Chandigarh & Punjab – Hydrogen Train Launch & ₹26,800 cr Infrastructure Projects

Modi’s July 17 visit spotlights green rail, mega‑infrastructure and health upgrades in North India

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societySocial Issues & InclusionGS2

Rise of Teacher‑Influencers: Legal, Ethical & UPSC Implications of Digital Boundaries in 2026

Teacher‑influencers threaten child‑protection laws and digital ethics in 2026.

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60%
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politicsGeneralGS2

Youth‑Driven Digital Politics in India: Rise of Vijay, Meme Parties and New Voter Behaviour

Digital media is redefining youth participation and party politics in India.

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60%
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politicsBurning IssuesGS2

Rise of Personal Abuse in Telangana Politics – Impact on Democratic Discourse (2023‑2024)

Personal attacks in Telangana politics threaten democratic discourse and test constitutional free‑speech limits.

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internationalIndia's Global FootprintGS2

Mehbooba Mufti’s Iran Visit Highlights US‑Iran Tensions, Women’s Role and Kashmir‑Iran Cultural Links

Mufti’s Iran visit spotlights US economic pressure and Iran’s gender shift – a UPSC must‑know.

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politicsGeneralGS2

C. Vijay's Rapid Rise: From Film Star to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and the Digital Politics Shift

Vijay’s digital‑first rise reshapes Tamil Nadu politics and UPSC‑relevant governance.

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societySocial Issues & InclusionGS2

PM Modi Honors K. Kamaraj on Birth Anniversary — Highlights Education & Inclusive Development

Modi’s X tribute to K. Kamaraj underscores education‑centric inclusive development for UPSC.

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science
Sci-Tech Developments & Innovation
GS3

Gaganyaan Crew Module Design: Sphere‑Cone Shape, Mono‑Stability and Re‑Entry Challenges

Gaganyaan’s sphere‑cone crew module boosts India’s safe human spaceflight capability.

Read full analysis
82%
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scienceSci-Tech Developments & InnovationGS3

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh Launches Phase‑III of Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) with ₹1,500 crore Funding

Phase‑III BRCP gets ₹1,500 crore to boost India’s biotech workforce and bio‑economy.

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schemesCentral Schemes & Welfare ProgrammesGS3

Atal Innovation Mission’s Northeast SUMVAAD 2026: Blueprint for Innovation‑Led Growth in the Eight States

SUMVAAD 2026 charts an innovation‑led growth path for the Northeast, tying it to Act East and Viksit Bharat.

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74%
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economyMicro & Sector-SpecificGS3

Government Unveils NIPU‑2026: New Urea Investment Policy to Add 10 Mt Capacity for Self‑Reliance

NIPU‑2026 targets 10 Mt urea boost to achieve self‑reliance and cut imports

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internationalAgreements & InitiativesGS3

India‑U.K. Double Contributions Convention (DCC) Effective from 15 July 2026 – Exemption Rules for Temporary Workers

India‑U.K. DCC shields Indian temporary workers from UK social security for 5 years.

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environmentBiodiversity & ConservationGS3

CAMPA Approves Conservation Projects for River Dolphins, Snow Leopards, Rhinoceroses & Water Buffaloes

CAMPA links development funds to flagship wildlife‑conservation projects – a must‑know for UPSC.

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70%
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economyInvestment & TradeGS3

India June 2026 Trade Deficit Jumps 430% Amid West Asia Crisis; Exports Grow, Customs Duty Cut on Electronics

West Asia crisis spikes India’s trade deficit; govt cuts electronics duty to boost exports

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societyEducation & Health InitiativesGS3

IPC signs MoU with Uttar Pradesh Promote Pharma Council to Boost Pharma Quality and Innovation

IPC‑UPPPC MoU boosts pharma quality, safety and MSME innovation in Uttar Pradesh.

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62%
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economyMicro & Sector-SpecificGS3

PM Modi Highlights Bharat Tex 2026 as Showcase of India’s Textile Vision 2030

Bharat Tex 2026 ties India’s textile heritage to Vision 2030, flagged by PM Modi.

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environmentPollution & Waste ManagementGS3

In the presence of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah, MCD and NDDB signs MoU for establishment of Compressed Bio-Gas plants in Delhi for proper utilization of cow dung

Home Ministry’s MoU on CBG plants ties waste management to Yamuna clean‑up and farmer income.

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scienceSci-Tech Developments & InnovationGS3

THSTI’s SYNCHN 2026 Industry Meet Drives Translational Health Innovation – 19 New Agreements Signed

SYNCHN 2026 fuels India’s biotech translation with 19 strategic deals and policy reforms

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environmentBiodiversity & ConservationGS3

24‑Million‑Year‑Old Kevda (Kewra) Fossil Leaves Discovered in Assam – Implications for India’s Biodiversity Evolution

Ancient Kevda fossils prove India’s long‑standing role as a tropical biodiversity refuge.

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