UPSC Civil Services Current Affairs Articles

Notes on the 1st International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK)

Event Overview:

• The first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) took place over four days, concluding on September 10, 2026, in Srinagar.
• Featured the screening of 120 films from around 30 countries.
• Provided a platform for local artists, students, and film enthusiasts to engage with ren

Key Points from Judicial Interventions on Civil Liberties

1. Judicial Authority and Civil Liberties:

   • The Chief Justice of India (CJI), Surya Kant, emphasized the judiciary's role in safeguarding civil liberties against state overreach.
   • The Supreme Court (SC) has expanded the constitutional promise of civil liberties through significant judicial reviews and rulings.

2. **Constit

Exam-Focused Notes on the National Conference on Biosimilars Quality and Safety

Event Overview:

• Organizer: Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC)
• Date: September 10-11, 2026
• Location: Center for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP), Bengaluru
• Participants: 160 stakeholders from regulatory authorities, industry, academia, and research organizations.

**Objective

Key Highlights from the Visit of Prof. (Dr.) M. Srinivasa to CCRAS-NIIMH, Hyderabad

Institutional Overview

• Institution: Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences - National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (CCRAS-NIIMH), Hyderabad.
• Purpose: Focuses on documenting and preserving India's rich medical heritage, including traditional medicine systems.

Key Figur

UN Resolution on Global Mapping

• Resolution Details: The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to move away from the Mercator map projection to the 2018 Equal Earth projection, aiming for a more accurate representation of Earth's geography, particularly Africa.
• Voting Outcome: 164 countries voted in favor, with the United States opposing and six countries abstaining. The resolu

Exam-Focused Notes on Prime Minister's Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)

Overview of PMMSY:

• Launched to enhance India's fisheries sector, focusing on sustainable growth and modernization.
• Significant financial commitment with ₹2,500 crore allocated in the budget for 2026-27.
• Aims to create employment opportunities and improve infrastructure in fisheries.

Key Achievements:

• Fish pr

Summary of Key Facts and Developments

Judicial Rulings:

• Allahabad High Court Judgment: On September 2, 2026, the Allahabad High Court quashed the detention of Akriti Chaudhary under the National Security Act (NSA), criticizing the Noida administration's actions as an "abuse of the draconian preventive detention law."
• Compensation Ordered: The court mandated a compensation of ₹

Summary of Key Findings on Open Waste Burning in Indian Cities

Key Findings from WRI Study (2019-2026)

• Waste Burning Increase: Open waste burning incidence rises sharply in winter cities, with an average increase in quantity of waste burned and associated emissions being three times higher than in summer.
• Cities Surveyed: The study involved field surveys across 11 polluted In

Exam-Focused Notes

International Relations

• Extradition Demand: Bangladesh is requesting the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to face charges related to a student uprising.
• India's Dilemma: India must maintain a balance between its historical ties with Sheikh Hasina and its current relationship with the Bangladeshi government.
• Proposed Solution: A legal

International Space Summit Highlights

1. Event Overview:

   • Prime Minister of India addressed the First International Space Summit via video conferencing.
   • Hosted by President Emmanuel Macron of France.

2. Key Themes:

   • Emphasis on collaboration over conflict in space exploration.
   • Advocacy for sustainability, inclusion, and long-term benefits over short-term gains.

Summary of the National Workshop on Leveraging Latest Technologies in Forest and Tree Resource Assessment

Key Highlights:

• Event: National Workshop on 'Leveraging Latest Technologies in Assessment of Forest and Tree Resources'.
• Date: September 10, 2026.
• Location: New Delhi.
• Presiding Minister: Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Chang

• Departmental Responsibilities: The Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department is tasked with implementing government development and welfare schemes in rural areas, which includes infrastructure creation (bridges, roads), and provision of essential services (drinking water, sanitation, housing).

• VB-G RAM-G Scheme: An integral program aimed at enhancing rural development initiative

Summary of the Pallikaranai Collective Report

Key Recommendations

1. Formation of Committee:

   • An independent interdepartmental committee is proposed to study policy and legislative gaps regarding the Pallikaranai marshland.
   • This committee should include subject-matter experts and representatives of the community to create a coordinated implementation plan.

2. **Policy Revi

Biotechnology Conclave 2026 Overview

• Event: Biotech Conclave 2026
• Date: September 11, 2026
• Location: Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai
• Inaugurator: Dr. Suchitra Ella, President of CII and co-founder of Bharat Biotech
• President: G. Viswanathan, Founder and Chancellor, VIT

Key Objectives of the Conclave:

• Bridge laboratory research and practical

Exam-Focused Notes on International Deep-Sea Biodiversity Capacity Development Program

Key Information:

• Event: Capacity Development Program on Deep-Sea Biodiversity Assessment
• Organizers: Ministry of Earth Sciences, India; International Seabed Authority (ISA)
• Location: Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE), Kochi, India
• Duration: September 7-11, 2

Exam-Focused Summary Notes

Constitutional References

• Academic Freedom: Although not explicitly mentioned in the Indian Constitution, academic freedom is critical for effective university governance. Comparative analysis highlights provisions in various countries:
  • Article 5(3) of German Basic Law: Guarantees the right to scientific freedom.
  • Japan, South Africa, Portugal

Exam-Focused Notes on the "Nasha Mukti Bharat" Campaign

Constitutional References

• Fundamental Duties: Article 51A (h) emphasizes the duty to develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform, which relates to the objectives of the "Nasha Mukti Bharat" campaign.

Government Schemes and Policies

• "Nasha Mukti Bharat" Campaign: A government initiati

Summary of PM Shri Scheme for Schools

Overview:

• Launched on September 7, 2022, the PM Schools for Rising India (PM Shri) scheme aims to develop over 14,500 model schools in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
• Total financial allocation: ₹27,360 crores for the period of 2022-23 to 2026-27.

Objectives:

• Equip students with 21st-century skills.

Wind Energy Development in India

1. Installed Capacity:

   • India has increased its wind energy capacity to approximately 54 GW over the past five years.
   • The target is to reach 100 GW by 2030.

2. Indigenisation and Manufacturing:

   • Domestic value addition in wind energy technology is estimated at 70-80%.
   • Critical components for further indigenisation i

Jammu & Kashmir International Film Festival Highlights

• Event: International Film Festival Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK)

  • Theme: ‘Rang-e-Cinema’
  • Location: INOX Multiplex, Srinagar
  • Duration: Ongoing, four-day festival

• Attendee: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah

  • Engaged with audiences while watching the film Mirzapur, alongside cast members Pankaj Tripathi and Divy

India-Japan Defence Cooperation Highlights (August 2026)

Strategic Developments

• Defence Minister Visit: Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited India, marking a significant evolution in India-Japan defence relations.
• Key Agreements: Focus on enhancing operational capabilities and translating strategic convergence into actionable military cooperation.

Maritime

Summary of Key Facts and Developments

Launch of ORV Sagar Manthan:

• Date of Launch: September 9, 2026.
• Location: Rishi Bankim Shipyard, Kolkata.
• Minister Involved: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of Earth Sciences.
• Manufacturer: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence.

Significance:

Summary of NHAI's New Guidelines on Tree Plantation for Highway Projects

Key Highlights:

• Authority: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
• Focus: Strict compliance for tree plantation in highway projects before issuing Provisional Completion Certificates (PCC).

New Guidelines:

1. Tree Plantation Requirements:
   • Minimum Plantation Coverage: 80% of the des

Exam-Focused Notes on the 72nd National Film Awards

Event Overview:

• Date: September 22, 2026
• Location: Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat
• Significance: The 72nd National Film Awards will celebrate excellence in Indian cinema, recognizing achievements from the year 2024.

Historical Context:

• Established: 1954
• Purpose: To honor outstanding achievements in variou