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UPSC Current Affairs — April 2026

50 articles across 9 categories for UPSC preparation.

50 Articles
9 Categories

defence

11 articles

Iran‑US Standoff Escalates: No Negotiations, Houthi Missile Attack & IRGC Threat to US Tech Firms

On April 1, 2026, Iran’s foreign minister denied any US negotiations, while the Houthis claimed a missile strike on Israel coordinated with Iran and H…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Trump Mulls NATO Exit Amid Iran‑Israel Conflict and NATO’s Refusal to Intervene

President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible U.S. exit from <span class="key-term" data-definition="North Atlantic Treaty Organization — a collecti…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Russian Defence Ministry Claims Full Control of Luhansk Region – Implications for Ukraine Conflict (2026)

On 1 April 2026, the Russian Defence Ministry claimed full control of the remaining strip of the Luhansk region, extending its hold over almost the en…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

India Receives First Batch of Israeli NEGEV LMGs under Make‑in‑India – 2,000 Units Delivered

India has received the first batch of 2,000 Israeli‑made <span class="key-term" data-definition="Light Machine Gun (LMG) — an automatic firearm design…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

North Korean Hacker Group UNC1069 Compromises Open‑Source Axios Platform in Global Supply‑Chain Attack

Google revealed that a North Korean hacker group, identified as <span class="key-term" data-definition="UNC1069 — a threat actor group tracked by Goog…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Iranian Drone Strikes Fuel Tanks at Kuwait International Airport – No Casualties, Regional Security Implications

On 1 April 2026, an Iranian drone struck fuel tanks at Kuwait International Airport, causing a large fire but no casualties. The attack, part of the w…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Delhi Police Modernisation Drive: Digital Services, Advanced Tech & Central Assistance Scheme

The Delhi Police, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is expanding digital citizen services and upgrading its operational gear through the central Ass…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Lt Gen VMB Krishnan Assumes Command of Indian Army’s Eastern Command – Key Details & UPSC Relevance

Lieutenant General VMB Krishnan has taken charge as General Officer Commanding‑in‑Chief of the Indian Army’s Eastern Command, succeeding Lt Gen RC Tiw…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Assumes Role of Vice Chief of the Army Staff – Career Highlights and Strategic Implications

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, a veteran armoured corps officer and NDA alumnus, assumed the post of Vice Chief of the Army Staff on 1 April 2026. His extensive …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Mooshahary Committee Police‑Reform Recommendations: Implementation Status & New Criminal Justice Laws (2023)

The Union Home Ministry reported that the Mooshahary Committee’s 49 police‑reform recommendations have been communicated to all states and UTs, with i…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

MHA Announces Vibrant Villages Programme‑I & II for Border Area Development – Details and UPSC Relevance

The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced two new schemes—Vibrant Villages Programme‑I (approved on 15 Feb 2023) for 662 villages along the northern …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

economy

7 articles

GST Collections Surge to ₹2 Lakh Crore in March 2026, Driven by Imports – Implications for Trade Balance and Policy

In March 2026, India's GST collections reached a 10‑month high of ₹2 lakh crore, driven primarily by a 17.8% rise in import GST rather than domestic d…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

environment

4 articles

CMS COP15 (2026) in Brazil: Key Takeaways on Migratory Species Conservation and Appendix Listings

The 15th CMS COP (2026) in Brazil highlighted that nearly half of the 1,189 listed migratory species are declining, with 24% facing extinction. India …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

general

2 articles

Rajya Sabha Passes CAPF (General Administration) Bill, 2026 – IPS Deputation Provisions Amid Opposition Walkout

The Rajya Sabha passed the Central Armed Police Force (General Administration) Bill, 2026, mandating significant IPS deputation in senior CAPF posts, …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

international

3 articles

Putin Expected at BRICS Summit in India; Russia Reaffirms Oil Contracts Amid Gasoline Export Ban

Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said President Vladimir Putin is likely to attend the September 2026 BRICS summit in New Delhi, and Russia will…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

politics

8 articles

Ladakh’s Demand for Sixth Schedule Status Post‑2019 Reorganisation – Implications for Autonomy & Security

Since the 2019 revocation of Article 370 and the creation of Ladakh as a Union Territory without a legislature, protests have intensified demanding in…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

schemes

2 articles

INSPIRE Scheme Revamp: Boosting Rural STEM Talent through Scholarships, Fellowships & Infrastructure

The Ministry of Science & Technology’s <strong>INSPIRE Scheme</strong> (DST) has expanded scholarships, fellowships, and infrastructure support to nur…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

science

4 articles

MoST’s SC‑Focused Science, Technology & Innovation Schemes and Mission‑Mode Faculty Recruitment (2025‑26)

The Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST) outlined a suite of schemes—Vigyan Dhara, NM‑ICPS, ANRF, DBT‑Kisan, CSIR’s CBHRD and Jigyasa programmes—ai…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

society

9 articles

Trade Unions Protest Rollback of Four Labour Codes – Nationwide Strike Highlights Worker Dissent

On 1 April 2026, trade unions led by CITU’s Ch. Narasinga Rao protested at the GVMC building, demanding the reversal of the four Labour Codes that mer…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

April 2026 Current Affairs for UPSC

This compilation covers all important current affairs from April 2026 relevant to UPSC Civil Services Examination. Articles are categorized by subject area and mapped to GS papers for systematic revision.

Use this monthly archive alongside your daily preparation to ensure comprehensive coverage of current events for both Prelims and Mains examinations.

Supreme Court Rules Courts Must Impose 10× Penalty for Deficient Stamp Duty under Karnataka Stamp Act

The Supreme Court ruled that courts cannot reduce the penalty below ten times the deficient stamp duty when admitting an insufficiently stamped docume…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

US NTE Report Flags India's High Tariffs & Non‑Tariff Barriers – Implications for Trade Policy

The 2026 U.S. Trade Representative’s National Trade Estimate Report flags India’s high import duties and extensive non‑tariff barriers, citing gaps be…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

India’s Macro‑Fiscal Outlook Strained by West Asia Oil Shock – Impact on Growth, GST and Fiscal Space

Rising geopolitical tension in West Asia has pushed oil prices above $100/barrel, straining India’s external buffers and fiscal space. While headline …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Income Tax Rules 2026 & Income Tax Act 2025: Major Reforms Unveiled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

The Government of India has notified the <strong>Income Tax Rules 2026</strong> and the new <strong>Income Tax Act 2025</strong>, effective from 1 Apr…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

LPG Cylinder Prices Surge >10% and ATF Doubles for International Flights; Govt Caps Domestic Airline Hike at 25%

On 1 April 2026, commercial LPG cylinder prices rose over 10% in major metros and international aviation turbine fuel more than doubled, prompting the…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

CBIC Grants One‑Time Concessional Duty Relief to SEZ Units for DTA Sales (2026‑27 Budget Measure)

The <span class="key-term" data-definition="Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs — the apex authority for customs, GST and indirect tax adminis…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Supreme Court Examines Post‑Facto Environmental Clearances in Vanashakti Case – Key SOP Details Unveiled

The Supreme Court reserved its judgment in the Vanashakti case, scrutinising the legality of post‑facto environmental clearances and the 2021 Office M…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

NBA Reports Surge in IPR Filings after Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023

The National Biodiversity Authority reports a marked rise in IPR filings after the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023 mandated prior registrat…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

NCRMP Completion: Coastal Cyclone Resilience Built Across Eight Indian States (2023)

The Ministry of Home Affairs completed the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project, a ₹4,331.68 crore scheme across eight coastal states, aimed at bu…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Census 2027 to Launch Fully Digital Self‑Enumeration from 1 April 2026 — Key Dates & Process

India’s Census 2027 will commence a fully digital self‑enumeration portal on 1 April 2026, allowing citizens to submit household data online before en…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

China‑Mediated Talks Between Pakistan and Taliban‑Run Afghanistan Aim for Durable Ceasefire – 1 April 2026

On 1 April 2026, representatives of <strong>Pakistan</strong> and the <strong>Taliban‑run Afghanistan</strong> met in <strong>Urumqi, China</strong> f…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Iranian Parliament Approves Rial Toll on Vessels in Strait of Hormuz, Bans US and Israeli Ships

On 30 March 2026, Iran’s parliamentary security commission approved a plan to levy rial tolls on all vessels transiting the strategic <span class="key…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Lok Sabha Passes Amendment to Make Amaravati Sole Permanent Capital of Andhra Pradesh

On 1 April 2026, the Lok Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, legally confirming Amaravati as the sole permanent cap…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Imposes Costs on Union for Frivolous Appeal in CISF Constable Dismissal Case

On 1 April 2026, the Supreme Court reprimanded the Union of India for filing a frivolous Special Leave Petition against a High Court order that reinst…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Grants Interim Stay in Tamil Nadu Minister Durai Murugan's Disproportionate Assets Trial

The Supreme Court has temporarily stayed the trial of Tamil Nadu Water Resources Minister Durai Murugan in a disproportionate assets case, issuing not…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Congress alleges Modi Govt’s 50% Lok Sabha Expansion will Disadvantage South & Smaller States

The Indian National Congress has accused the Modi government of planning a bill to increase the Lok Sabha and state assemblies by 50%, arguing that a …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Allows Appellate Tribunals to Admit Fresh Documents in West Bengal SIR Cases

On 1 April 2026, the Supreme Court allowed West Bengal Appellate Tribunals to admit fresh documents in SIR appeals, subject to authenticity verificati…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Lok Sabha Passes Jan Vishwas Bill to De‑criminalise 717 Offences; IBC Amendments Approved

On April 1, 2026, the Lok Sabha passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, de‑criminalising 717 offences across 79 Central Acts, while the…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Permits Representation to High Court CJ on State Superannuation Age Gaps

The Supreme Court has granted a petitioner the liberty to submit a representation before the Chief Justice of a High Court, seeking clarification on t…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

INSPIRE Scheme Performance (2023‑26): Expansion of MANAK, Scholarships & Fellowships Across States

The Ministry of Science & Technology detailed the performance of the <strong>INSPIRE Scheme</strong> – a multi‑component programme of the <span class=…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Government Approves 8 New Central Forensic Science Laboratories under NFIES – ₹960.2 crore Outlay

The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved eight new Central Forensic Science Laboratories—seven under the NFIES scheme and one in Jammu & Kashmir—tota…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Self‑Healing in Organic Crystals Discovered by IIT Researchers — Implications for Smart Materials

Researchers from IIT Indore and IIT Hyderabad have discovered that certain layer‑structured <span class="key-term" data-definition="Organic crystals —…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Scientists Decode Genetic Basis of Seedlessness in Grapes – ARI Study Highlights Parthenocarpy

Scientists at the Agharkar Research Institute, Pune, have identified genetic mutations causing pollen sterility and parthenocarpy, the basis of seedle…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS3

Supreme Court Orders Delhi HC Chief Justice to Frame Fast‑Track Policy for Racial Discrimination Trials

The Supreme Court, via a bench headed by CJI Surya Kant, directed the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court to devise a holistic policy for fast‑track…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Bombay High Court Cautions Republic TV on Language in Anil Ambani Defamation Case

The Bombay High Court, hearing Anil Ambani’s defamation suit against Republic TV, warned the channel and its editor‑in‑chief Arnab Goswami to refrain …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Trusts MP High Court to Consider ASI Videography Objections in Bhojshala‑Kamal Maula Dispute

The Supreme Court, hearing the Bhojshala‑Kamal Maula dispute, affirmed that the Madhya Pradesh High Court will examine objections recorded in the Arch…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Restores Criminal Case on Fraudulent Sale of CSITA Trust Land in Andhra Pradesh

The Supreme Court set aside the Andhra Pradesh High Court’s order and restored criminal proceedings against several accused for allegedly fraudulently…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Supreme Court Quashes 498A Dowry Harassment Case Over 7‑Year Delay — Implications for Matrimonial Disputes

The Supreme Court set aside the Allahabad High Court’s order and quashed a dowry‑harassment case under Section 498A IPC against a woman’s parents‑in‑l…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

MHA Announces Reforms in Prison Data Collection under ICJS – Integration of PSI with Real‑Time Digital Platforms

The Ministry of Home Affairs, through Minister of State Shri Bandi Sanjay Kumar, announced reforms to align the annual Prison Statistics India (PSI) w…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

NDPS Act Cases (2019‑2023) – NCRB Data Highlights & Policy Context (MHA Statement)

The Ministry of Home Affairs, via Minister of State Shri Nityanand Rai, released NCRB data on total cases registered under the <span class="key-term" …

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2

Centre‑State Initiatives to Counter Left‑Wing Extremism in Bihar: Funding, Infrastructure & Development Outcomes (2025‑26)

The Union Government, through the 2015 National Policy and Action Plan, has allocated over ₹175 crore to Bihar for security, rehabilitation, and devel…

1 Apr 20265 min readGS2