UPSC Civil Services Current Affairs Articles

Wayanad Prakrithi Samrakshana Samiti Meeting Overview

• Incident Context: A 46-year-old woman, Jessi, was killed in a wild elephant attack at Meppadi Kalladi, which has been attributed to unregulated tourism leading to human-wildlife conflicts.

• Allegations: The Wayanad Prakrithi Samrakshana Samiti claims that increased human-wildlife conflict in the regions of Mundakkai and Chooral

Summary of DST Task Force Report on Quantum-Safe Digital Ecosystems

Key Threats and Concepts:

• Public-Key Cryptography: Essential for online identity protection and secure communications, relies on mathematical problems solvable by conventional computers.
• Quantum Computing Threat: Quantum computers could potentially break public-key encryption (e.g., using Shor's algorithm) in

Summary of Seasonal Rainfall and Temperature Forecast for June-September 2026

Rainfall Forecast:

1. Quantitative Prediction:

   • The southwest monsoon's seasonal rainfall is expected to be 90% of the Long Period Average (LPA), with a model error of ±4%.
   • The LPA for India (1971-2020) is approximately 87 cm.

2. Regional Predictions:

   • Northeast India: Rainfa

Summary of Raipur's Rainwater Harvesting Revolution

Key Facts and Figures:

• Rainwater Structures: 32,000 rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge structures were established in Raipur in 2025.
• Annual Rainfall: Raipur receives approximately 1200-1400 mm of rainfall annually.
• Recharge Capacity:
  • Recharge wells can replenish about 300,000 liters of water annually.

Summary of Key Facts and Updates on Border Security in India:

1. Inauguration of Border Outposts:

   • Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated G-7 and G-13 Border Outposts on the India-Pakistan border in Bhuj, Gujarat.

2. BSF's Role and Sacrifices:

   • The Border Security Force (BSF) has been pivotal in guarding India's most challenging borders for 60 years, operating ef

Supreme Court Ruling on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls

1. Judgment Overview:
   • The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) SIR of electoral rolls, viewing it as a step towards ensuring free and fair elections.
   • The ruling was addressed in the context of the case Association for Democratic Reforms vs ECI.
   • Historical context: The SI

• Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026: An initiative by the Union government focused on improved waste management practices nationwide, particularly in urban areas. These rules became effective on April 1, 2026.

• Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) Implementation: The GCC is intensifying the enforcement of the Solid Waste Management Rules, mandating online registration for all Bulk Waste Ge

Exam-Focused Summary

India's Vision for Viksit Bharat 2047

• Objective: Achieve economic growth and establish India as a global technology leader by 2047.
• Focus: Emphasis on developing a comprehensive policy for Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a core area of technological advancement.

Artificial Intelligence Landscape

• Recent Advancements: ChatGPT's new multimodal AI model gener

Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) Overview

1. Legislative Framework:

• Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC): Major reform for resolving financial crises through a unified, creditor-centric, and time-bound recovery mechanism.
• Amendment Act, 2026: Introduces significant improvements aimed at reducing delays, enhancing creditor oversight, and improving procedural cl

Summary of Key Points on NESDA 2025 Portal Launch

1. Initiative Overview:

• The National E-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NESDA) 2025 Portal has been launched by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) to enhance digital governance across India.
• The launch took place during a meeting of nodal officers from central ministries, states, and uni

Summary of Key Developments Concerning Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Constitutional Implications

Constitutional References:

• Article 103: Provides for disqualification of MPs based on certain grounds, decided by the President based on the Election Commission's opinion.
• 10th Schedule: Introduced by the 52nd Constitution Amendment Act, 1985, targets political defections, detaili

Summary of Anti-Drug Operation by Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Gujarat ATS

Operation Overview:

• A joint anti-smuggling operation was conducted by the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on May 25-26, 2026, off the coast of Mundra, Gujarat.
• The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 115 kg of cocaine.

Seizure Details:

• **Value of Seized

Summary of the Cabinet Approval for the "Sarthak-PDS" Scheme

Overview: The Indian Cabinet has approved the continuation and integration of two key schemes under the "Sarthak-PDS" (Public Distribution System) initiative, which aims to modernize and ensure effective distribution of food grains.

Key Schemes:

1. Inter-State Movement of Food Grains: Support for state agencies for the

Summary of India's Indigenous Hydrogen Train Initiative

Key Facts:

• Project Overview: Indian Railways has approved a hydrogen fuel cell-based train with 10 coaches, operating on the Jind-Sonipat section at a maximum speed of 75 km/h.
• Engine Power: The train is powered by a 1200 kW hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system.
• Environmental Impact: The technology generates electri

Canada-India Trade Relations: Key Highlights

1. Bilateral Trade Target:

   • India and Canada aim to achieve a bilateral trade target of $50 billion by 2030.
   • Commitment to expedite negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of the year.

2. High-Level Meetings:

   • Piyush Goyal, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry, engag

International Yoga Day 2026 Highlights

• Event Details:

  • Date: June 21, 2026
  • Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
  • Theme: "Yoga for Healthy Aging"

• Significance of the Theme:

  • Focuses on promoting physical health, mental well-being, and the importance of yoga in achieving overall wellness in older age.

• Preparatory Events:

  • A countdown event was held in Khajurah

Ecosystem Restoration Project - Kadapakkam Lake, North Chennai

Project Overview:

• Location: Kadapakkam Lake, Manali, North Chennai
• Area: 134.89 acres
• Completion Date: Expected in September 2026
• Funding:
  • Asian Development Bank
  • Estimated cost: ₹58.31 crore
  • Additional grant from Global Environment Facility (GEF)

Project Features:

• Butterfly park

Key Highlights from the 7th Convocation of Sikkim University:

1. Presidential Address:

   • President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the role of Sikkim University in preserving the region's language, culture, and environment.
   • Urged students to empower themselves through education for societal and national betterment.

2. Recognition of Achievements:

   • Congratulated Sikkim for becom

Key Points from the Article:

Wildlife Protection and Regulatory Framework

• Constitutional Reference: Wild Life (Protection) Act.
• Body Involved: Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL).

Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary

• Location: Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu.
• Key Species: Habitat for flamingos and other avifaunal species.
• **Issues Iden

Summary of Agricultural Production Estimates for 2025-26

1. Record Agricultural Production:

   • India's total food grain production is estimated at 3765.63 lakh tons, marking a 5.3% increase from the previous year's 3577.32 lakh tons.
   • This is the highest production level recorded in history.

2. Key Crop Estimates:

   • Rice: 1540.24 lakh tons (up from 1501.84 la

Exam-Focused Notes on Water Governance in Rural India

Overview

• Importance of Water Governance: Critical due to increasing demand, unequal distribution, and climate variability.
• Goal: Achieve water security and sustainable future through community empowerment via participatory water budgeting.

Water Budgeting

• Definition: Systematic assessment of water availability

Finance Commission (FC) Overview

Constitutional Provisions:

• The Finance Commission is constituted under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution to recommend the distribution of Union's gross tax revenues between the Centre and the States, addressing fiscal imbalances.

Current FC Details:

• 16th FC maintains the vertical devolution share at 41% for States, prioritizing equity

Demographic Status of India - Key Highlights

1. Sample Registration System (SRS) Bulletin 2024:

• Total Fertility Rate (TFR): Dropped to 1.9, below the replacement level of 2.1.
• Crude Birth Rate (CBR): Fell from 21 (2014) to 18.3 (2024).
• Death Rate: Declined slightly from 6.7 to 6.4.

2. Demographic Transition:

• India is trending from a population "explosi

Key Facts and Data on India's Water Management Challenges and Initiatives

Water Supply Improvements

• Jal Jeevan Mission has provided tap water to nearly 80% of rural households.
• Urban areas experience intermittent water supply.
• The number of Census towns in India increased from 1,362 to 3,784 (a 178% increase) over the last two decades.

Peri-Urban Challenges