UPSC Current Affairs 11 June 2026

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

Two Indians dead after U.S. attack on ship off Oman: FSUI, Pg1

Two Indian seafarers dead, one missing after U.S. precision strike on oil tanker off Oman, India lodges strong protest.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

Two Indians dead after U.S. attack on ship off Oman: FSUI, Pg1

Two Indian seafarers dead, one missing after U.S. precision strike on oil tanker off Oman, India lodges strong protest.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 1: World Geography GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Will continue ‘very hard attacks’, says Trump as U.S., Iran trade fire, Pg1

Trump threatens 'very hard attacks' on Iran after tit-for-tat strikes, escalating Middle East tensions over Strait of Hormuz following downed US helicopter.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 1: World Geography GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Will continue ‘very hard attacks’, says Trump as U.S., Iran trade fire, Pg1

Trump threatens 'very hard attacks' on Iran after tit-for-tat strikes, escalating Middle East tensions over Strait of Hormuz following downed US helicopter.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Foreseeable accidents, Pg8

Recent industrial tragedies in Surat and Visakhapatnam expose India's systemic safety failures, 'cost over safety' mindset, and exploitation of contractual labor.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Vulnerable Sections GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Foreseeable accidents, Pg8

Recent industrial tragedies in Surat and Visakhapatnam expose India's systemic safety failures, 'cost over safety' mindset, and exploitation of contractual labor.

PrelimsGS 2: International Relations GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS1: World Wars

Sport during a war, Pg8

FIFA World Cup 2026, the largest ever, faces geopolitical turmoil with US visa denials and US-Iran stand-off, challenging its unifying global spirit.

PrelimsGS 2: International Relations GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS1: World Wars

Sport during a war, Pg8

FIFA World Cup 2026, the largest ever, faces geopolitical turmoil with US visa denials and US-Iran stand-off, challenging its unifying global spirit.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector

Negotiating federalism in higher education, Pg9

Centre-State tensions intensify in higher education over NEP 2020, regulatory control, and funding, highlighting India's evolving federal architecture.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Union State Relations and Federal Structure GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector

Negotiating federalism in higher education, Pg9

Centre-State tensions intensify in higher education over NEP 2020, regulatory control, and funding, highlighting India's evolving federal architecture.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development GS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Contract signed for GNSS jammers procurement for Navy, Pg10

Defence Ministry inks ₹449 crore deal with Accord Software for 20 advanced GNSS jammers, boosting Indian Navy's electronic warfare capabilities.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development GS3: Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Contract signed for GNSS jammers procurement for Navy, Pg10

Defence Ministry inks ₹449 crore deal with Accord Software for 20 advanced GNSS jammers, boosting Indian Navy's electronic warfare capabilities.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy GS3: Investment Models

The reality behind falling net FDI, Pg10

Expert analysis reveals India's net FDI plummeted to under $1 billion, driven by financial investor exits and massive capital outflows, challenging official narratives on economic strength.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy GS3: Investment Models

The reality behind falling net FDI, Pg10

Expert analysis reveals India's net FDI plummeted to under $1 billion, driven by financial investor exits and massive capital outflows, challenging official narratives on economic strength.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

NDMA rolls out push for ‘Resilient India 2047’, Pg14

NDMA launches major push for 'Resilient India 2047', mandating ministries to craft hazard-specific disaster management plans under the Disaster Management Act.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

NDMA rolls out push for ‘Resilient India 2047’, Pg14

NDMA launches major push for 'Resilient India 2047', mandating ministries to craft hazard-specific disaster management plans under the Disaster Management Act.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Panel recommends targeted splitting of seats for next delimitation exercise, Pg14

EAC-PM proposes multi-factor criteria for targeted Lok Sabha delimitation, suggesting 824 seats and maintaining Southern states' share post-2027 Census.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Panel recommends targeted splitting of seats for next delimitation exercise, Pg14

EAC-PM proposes multi-factor criteria for targeted Lok Sabha delimitation, suggesting 824 seats and maintaining Southern states' share post-2027 Census.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Vulnerable Sections

SC invokes Article 142 to quash POCSO conviction, Pg14

Supreme Court invokes Article 142, quashing a POCSO conviction after the victim married the accused, ensuring 'complete justice' for the couple.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Governance GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary GS2: Vulnerable Sections

SC invokes Article 142 to quash POCSO conviction, Pg14

Supreme Court invokes Article 142, quashing a POCSO conviction after the victim married the accused, ensuring 'complete justice' for the couple.

GS 2: International Relations GS 1: Indian Geography GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

74 new land ports proposed along International Border, Pg14

India proposes 74 new land ports along international borders, including China and Pakistan, to boost trade and connectivity with neighboring nations.

GS 2: International Relations GS 1: Indian Geography GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

74 new land ports proposed along International Border, Pg14

India proposes 74 new land ports along international borders, including China and Pakistan, to boost trade and connectivity with neighboring nations.

GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector

Bristol, York, and UNSW get nod for campuses in India, Pg14

Education Ministry greenlights three foreign university campuses in India, advancing NEP 2020's internationalization vision for quality education.

GS 2: Governance GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector

Bristol, York, and UNSW get nod for campuses in India, Pg14

Education Ministry greenlights three foreign university campuses in India, advancing NEP 2020's internationalization vision for quality education.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

U.S. blocks China, Pak. bid to blacklist BLA, Majeed Brigade, Pg16

US vetoes China-Pakistan UN bid to designate Balochistan Liberation Army, Majeed Brigade as terror groups, exposing global counter-terrorism rifts.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

U.S. blocks China, Pak. bid to blacklist BLA, Majeed Brigade, Pg16

US vetoes China-Pakistan UN bid to designate Balochistan Liberation Army, Majeed Brigade as terror groups, exposing global counter-terrorism rifts.

GS 1: Modern History GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: The Freedom Struggle GS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS3: Land Reforms in India

How Birsa Munda helped define Adivasi identity, rights, Pg6

Tribal groups pledge to uphold Birsa Munda's legacy on his death anniversary, reigniting fierce debate over Adivasi identity, land rights, and 'delisting' demands.

GS 1: Modern History GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Polity GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS1: The Freedom Struggle GS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS3: Land Reforms in India

How Birsa Munda helped define Adivasi identity, rights, Pg6

Tribal groups pledge to uphold Birsa Munda's legacy on his death anniversary, reigniting fierce debate over Adivasi identity, land rights, and 'delisting' demands.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Polity GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee scrapped, but some Indians have paid the price, Pg6

US federal judge strikes down Trump's controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee, offering relief to employers but acknowledging past damage to Indian tech professionals.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Polity GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Indian Diaspora

Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee scrapped, but some Indians have paid the price, Pg6

US federal judge strikes down Trump's controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee, offering relief to employers but acknowledging past damage to Indian tech professionals.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 1: Indian Geography GS 3: Economy GS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Zojila Tunnel: The challenge of digging through the Himalayas, Pg6

Zojila Tunnel breakthrough at 11,578 feet highlights India's engineering triumph over extreme Himalayan geological and climatic challenges.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 1: Indian Geography GS 3: Economy GS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Zojila Tunnel: The challenge of digging through the Himalayas, Pg6

Zojila Tunnel breakthrough at 11,578 feet highlights India's engineering triumph over extreme Himalayan geological and climatic challenges.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Urea prices crash in latest import tender as China partially lifts restrictions, Pg7

India's urea import prices plummet over 50% to $444/tonne as China partially lifts export curbs, providing significant relief for kharif farmers.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Urea prices crash in latest import tender as China partially lifts restrictions, Pg7

India's urea import prices plummet over 50% to $444/tonne as China partially lifts export curbs, providing significant relief for kharif farmers.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Human contribution to global warming highest ever in 2025, says study, Pg7

Alarming study confirms 2025 as third warmest year, with human activities driving highest-ever global warming, jeopardizing the 1.5°C climate goal.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Human contribution to global warming highest ever in 2025, says study, Pg7

Alarming study confirms 2025 as third warmest year, with human activities driving highest-ever global warming, jeopardizing the 1.5°C climate goal.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Governance GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Pandemic preparedness is deeper, must become broader, Pg14

Global pandemic preparedness deepens for known threats like Ebola but remains vulnerable to novel pathogens, facing critical funding cuts and political apathy.

GS 3: Disaster Management GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Governance GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Pandemic preparedness is deeper, must become broader, Pg14

Global pandemic preparedness deepens for known threats like Ebola but remains vulnerable to novel pathogens, facing critical funding cuts and political apathy.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Economic story is one of transition. Challenges exist, but so do strengths, Pg15

India's economy exhibits robust growth and resilient FDI post-BIT reforms, with RBI effectively managing rupee depreciation despite global shocks, challenging critical narratives.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: International Relations GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Economic story is one of transition. Challenges exist, but so do strengths, Pg15

India's economy exhibits robust growth and resilient FDI post-BIT reforms, with RBI effectively managing rupee depreciation despite global shocks, challenging critical narratives.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Ayodhya emerging as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, with 18 more solar cities under development., Pg17

Ayodhya emerges as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, boasting a 40 MW project, 7,900+ solar streetlights, and diverse green infrastructure.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Ayodhya emerging as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, with 18 more solar cities under development., Pg17

Ayodhya emerges as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, boasting a 40 MW project, 7,900+ solar streetlights, and diverse green infrastructure.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Indian Diaspora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Workers' remittances cross $100 billion in FY26, but long-term BoP solution needed, Pg21

India's BoP surplus in Q1 2026 driven by record $110.47 billion worker remittances in FY26, highlighting need for sustainable FDI solutions.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Indian Diaspora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Workers' remittances cross $100 billion in FY26, but long-term BoP solution needed, Pg21

India's BoP surplus in Q1 2026 driven by record $110.47 billion worker remittances in FY26, highlighting need for sustainable FDI solutions.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Government Budgeting

INFLOWS DUE TO GOVT, RBI'S FOREX MEASURES TO PEAK IN SEPTEMBER, Pg21

RBI, government's forex measures to boost foreign inflows will peak by September, attracting debt investment via tax removal.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment GS3: Government Budgeting

INFLOWS DUE TO GOVT, RBI'S FOREX MEASURES TO PEAK IN SEPTEMBER, Pg21

RBI, government's forex measures to boost foreign inflows will peak by September, attracting debt investment via tax removal.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

SEBI proposes pooled pay disclosure for AMC employees, Pg21

SEBI proposes pooled remuneration disclosure for AMC employees, sparking transparency concerns over 'star fund manager' pay and investor visibility.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

SEBI proposes pooled pay disclosure for AMC employees, Pg21

SEBI proposes pooled remuneration disclosure for AMC employees, sparking transparency concerns over 'star fund manager' pay and investor visibility.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Study: Hindu Kush Himalaya region to face drier monsoon, but threat of climate hazards remains, Pg22

Hindu Kush Himalaya faces drier monsoon, heightened flood, GLOF, landslide risks due to El Niño, warns ICIMOD study.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

News Analysis

Two Indians dead after U.S. attack on ship off Oman: FSUI, Pg1

Two Indians dead after U.S. attack on ship off Oman: FSUI, Pg1

Will continue ‘very hard attacks’, says Trump as U.S., Iran trade fire, Pg1

Will continue ‘very hard attacks’, says Trump as U.S., Iran trade fire, Pg1

​Foreseeable accidents, Pg8

​Foreseeable accidents, Pg8

​Sport during a war, Pg8

​Sport during a war, Pg8

Negotiating federalism in higher education, Pg9

Negotiating federalism in higher education, Pg9

Contract signed for GNSS jammers procurement for Navy, Pg10

Contract signed for GNSS jammers procurement for Navy, Pg10

The reality behind falling net FDI, Pg10

The reality behind falling net FDI, Pg10

NDMA rolls out push for ‘Resilient India 2047’, Pg14

NDMA rolls out push for ‘Resilient India 2047’, Pg14

Panel recommends targeted splitting of seats for next delimitation exercise, Pg14

Panel recommends targeted splitting of seats for next delimitation exercise, Pg14

SC invokes Article 142 to quash POCSO conviction, Pg14

SC invokes Article 142 to quash POCSO conviction, Pg14

74 new land ports proposed along International Border, Pg14

74 new land ports proposed along International Border, Pg14

Bristol, York, and UNSW get nod for campuses in India, Pg14

Bristol, York, and UNSW get nod for campuses in India, Pg14

U.S. blocks China, Pak. bid to blacklist BLA, Majeed Brigade, Pg16

U.S. blocks China, Pak. bid to blacklist BLA, Majeed Brigade, Pg16

How Birsa Munda helped define Adivasi identity, rights, Pg6

How Birsa Munda helped define Adivasi identity, rights, Pg6

Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee scrapped, but some Indians have paid the price, Pg6

Trump's $100,000 H-1B fee scrapped, but some Indians have paid the price, Pg6

Zojila Tunnel: The challenge of digging through the Himalayas, Pg6

Zojila Tunnel: The challenge of digging through the Himalayas, Pg6

Urea prices crash in latest import tender as China partially lifts restrictions, Pg7

Urea prices crash in latest import tender as China partially lifts restrictions, Pg7

Human contribution to global warming highest ever in 2025, says study, Pg7

Human contribution to global warming highest ever in 2025, says study, Pg7

Pandemic preparedness is deeper, must become broader, Pg14

Pandemic preparedness is deeper, must become broader, Pg14

Economic story is one of transition. Challenges exist, but so do strengths, Pg15

Economic story is one of transition. Challenges exist, but so do strengths, Pg15

Ayodhya emerging as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, with 18 more solar cities under development., Pg17

Ayodhya emerging as Uttar Pradesh's first Model Solar City, with 18 more solar cities under development., Pg17

Workers' remittances cross $100 billion in FY26, but long-term BoP solution needed, Pg21

Workers' remittances cross $100 billion in FY26, but long-term BoP solution needed, Pg21

INFLOWS DUE TO GOVT, RBI'S FOREX MEASURES TO PEAK IN SEPTEMBER, Pg21

INFLOWS DUE TO GOVT, RBI'S FOREX MEASURES TO PEAK IN SEPTEMBER, Pg21

SEBI proposes pooled pay disclosure for AMC employees, Pg21

SEBI proposes pooled pay disclosure for AMC employees, Pg21

Study: Hindu Kush Himalaya region to face drier monsoon, but threat of climate hazards remains, Pg22

Study: Hindu Kush Himalaya region to face drier monsoon, but threat of climate hazards remains, Pg22

Centre approves hike in price for 4 medicines, including 2 cancer drugs, Pg22

Centre approves hike in price for 4 medicines, including 2 cancer drugs, Pg22

Court orders Rs 9,400 cr PACL assets be returned to investors, Pg22

Court orders Rs 9,400 cr PACL assets be returned to investors, Pg22

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Foreseeable accidents, Pg8

Foreseeable accidents, Pg8

Sport during a war, Pg8

Sport during a war, Pg8