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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/04/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 07/04/2026 518 of 697 lakes in J&K either vanished or shrunk: CAG/जम्मू-कश्मीर की 697 झीलों में से 518 झीलें गायब हो चुकी हैं या सिकुड़ गई हैं: कैग Syllabus : GS III : Environment / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu Lakes in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) are not merely scenic landmarks; they are the “ecological kidneys” of the Himalayan region, regulating local climate, supporting biodiversity, and acting as critical flood-balancing reservoirs. The CAG report reveals a systemic failure in conservation, noting that 74% of the 697 lakes surveyed have either vanished or shrunk significantly, exacerbating climate…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06-04-2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 06-04-2026 Water sharing, visa likely on Bangladesh Minister’s agenda/बांग्लादेश के मंत्री के एजेंडे में पानी का बंटवारा, वीजा की संभावना Syllabus : GS II : International Relations / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu India and Bangladesh share a deep-rooted historical, cultural, and economic bond, sharing 54 transboundary rivers. However, the relationship faced a period of cooling following the political upheaval in August 2024. The visit of FM Khalilur Rahman signals a strategic pivot by the new BNP-led government to move past the “interim” phase and engage in substantive negotiations on long-standing issues like water sharing, visa…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/04/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 04/04/2026 Russia expresses readiness to boost oil, LNG supplies to India/रूस ने भारत को तेल, एलएनजी की आपूर्ति बढ़ाने के लिए तैयार रहने की इच्छा व्यक्त की Syllabus : GS II :International Relations/ Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu The bilateral relationship between India and Russia, traditionally described as a “Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership,” has entered a new phase of economic pragmatism. As global energy markets reel from the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, India is actively diversifying its procurement strategies. The Manturov-Modi meeting serves as a preparatory step for…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/04/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 03/04/2026 ISRO invites proposals for observation time on Aditya-L1/इसरो ने आदित्य-एल1 पर अवलोकन समय के लिए प्रस्ताव आमंत्रित किए Syllabus : GS III : Science and Tech / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu The Aditya-L1 mission, India’s first space-based observatory to study the Sun, has achieved a critical milestone by opening its second Announcement of Opportunity (AO). Launched in September 2023 and positioned at the Lagrange Point 1 (L1), the mission has already generated over 27 TB of data. This latest move by ISRO aims to democratize space science by inviting the Indian solar physics community…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/04/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 02/04/2026 Early screen use stunts vital social growth of children, experts warn/विशेषज्ञों ने दी चेतावनी, स्क्रीन के शुरुआती इस्तेमाल से बच्चों का सामाजिक विकास महत्वपूर्ण हो जाता है Syllabus : GS II : Social Justice Source : The Hindu In the post-pandemic era, digital devices have transitioned from luxury tools to “digital pacifiers.” While technology offers connectivity, experts warn that excessive early exposure creates an “opportunity cost,” where virtual engagement replaces the sensory-rich, real-world interactions necessary for a child’s foundational growth. The Core Issue: Developmental Opportunity Cost The primary concern is not just the content on the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/04/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 01/04/2026 Trump blasts allies, tells them ‘get your own oil’/ट्रंप ने सहयोगियों पर साधा निशान, कहा- ‘अपना खुद का तेल ले लो’ Syllabus : GS II : International Relations/ Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu The 2026 West Asian conflict has reached a critical inflection point following U.S. President Donald Trump’s “America First” ultimatum to NATO allies. Amidst an ongoing war with Iran—marked by the “decapitation” of its leadership and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—the U.S. has signaled a shift from traditional security guarantees to a transactional alliance model. This development poses a significant threat…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/03/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30/03/2026 FATF report points to India’s action against fraudulent entities/एफएटीएफ की रिपोर्ट धोखाधड़ी में संलिप्त संस्थाओं के विरुद्ध भारत की कार्रवाई को रेखांकित करती है Syllabus : GS II : International Relations / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu In March 2026, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) released a report titled ‘Understanding and Mitigating the Risks of Off-shore Virtual Asset Service Providers (oVASPs)’. The report specifically commends India’s proactive regulatory and enforcement measures against offshore cryptocurrency entities. This highlights India’s commitment to the FATF standards following its successful “regular follow-up” rating in the 2024 Mutual Evaluation.…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/03/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 27/03/2026 Iran grants India, 4 others Hormuz passage India eyes local currency payments for West Asian oil / ईरान ने भारत सहित चार अन्य देशों को होर्मुज जलडमरूमध्यके उपयोग की अनुमति प्रदान की भारत पश्चिम एशिया से तेल आयात के लिए स्थानीय मुद्रा में भुगतान व्यवस्था अपनाने पर विचार कर रहा है। Syllabus : GS II : International Relations / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu The West Asian landscape has shifted into a high-intensity conflict zone following the outbreak of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran on February 28, 2026. At the heart of this crisis is the…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/03/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26/03/2026 India aiming for 60% non-fossil fuel power sources by 2035/भारत का लक्ष्य 2035 तक 60% ऊर्जा गैर-जीवाश्म स्रोतों से प्राप्त करना है Syllabus : GS III : Environment / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu Following a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, the Union Government announced its updated NDC to be submitted to the UNFCCC. This update is a requirement under the Paris Agreement (2015), which mandates that countries “ratchet up” their climate goals every five years. India’s new targets reflect a balance between its developmental needs and its commitment to the Global Stocktake (GST) outcomes. The…

CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/03/2026

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CURRENT AFFAIRS – 24/03/2026 Centre launches AI skilling drive with Google, YouTube/केंद्र सरकार ने Google और YouTube के सहयोग से एआई कौशल विकास अभियान शुरू किया Syllabus : GS III : Indian Economy& Science and Tech / Prelims Exam Source : The Hindu The Union Government has unveiled a tripartite initiative—skilling, platforming, and accessibility—to bolster India’s Creative (Orange) Economy. By partnering with tech giants like Google and YouTube, the government seeks to bridge the gap between traditional storytelling and modern AI-driven content creation. This move aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, where intellectual property and creativity are…