UPSC Current Affairs 27 March 2026

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India and 4 other nations, Pg1

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India amidst US tensions, acknowledges India's assistance after US attack on Iranian vessel in Indian Ocean.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India and 4 other nations, Pg1

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India amidst US tensions, acknowledges India's assistance after US attack on Iranian vessel in Indian Ocean.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1

India explores trading with West Asia using local currencies to counter rising oil prices and rupee depreciation.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1

India explores trading with West Asia using local currencies to counter rising oil prices and rupee depreciation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Biotechnology

Mice cloning and genetic mutations, Pg2

Two-decade mice cloning study reveals serial duplication triggers fatal genetic mutations, limiting cloning potential after 25 generations.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS3: Biotechnology

Mice cloning and genetic mutations, Pg2

Two-decade mice cloning study reveals serial duplication triggers fatal genetic mutations, limiting cloning potential after 25 generations.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Biotechnology

Use of stem cell therapy for autism, Pg2

NMC bans unproven stem cell therapy for autism treatment, acting on Supreme Court order to protect vulnerable patients.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS3: Biotechnology

Use of stem cell therapy for autism, Pg2

NMC bans unproven stem cell therapy for autism treatment, acting on Supreme Court order to protect vulnerable patients.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Biotechnology

Framework for animal testing, Pg2

UK's MHRA to introduce framework by 2026 allowing drug data review without animal testing, aligning with global trend.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Biotechnology

Framework for animal testing, Pg2

UK's MHRA to introduce framework by 2026 allowing drug data review without animal testing, aligning with global trend.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Internal SecurityEthicsPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: IT and Computers

Fake X-rays and the use of AI, Pg2

AI-generated fake X-rays fool radiologists and AI tools, raising concerns about healthcare manipulation and security vulnerabilities.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Internal SecurityEthicsPrelimsGS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: IT and Computers

Fake X-rays and the use of AI, Pg2

AI-generated fake X-rays fool radiologists and AI tools, raising concerns about healthcare manipulation and security vulnerabilities.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

The key to India’s multi-domain deterrence, capabilities, Pg10

India confronts China's military might, necessitating industrial overhaul, strategic tech investments, and doctrinal convergence for credible multi-domain deterrence.

GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

The key to India’s multi-domain deterrence, capabilities, Pg10

India confronts China's military might, necessitating industrial overhaul, strategic tech investments, and doctrinal convergence for credible multi-domain deterrence.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Polity GS1: Indian Society and Diversity of India GS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Should men get paternity leave in India?, Pg11

Supreme Court urges paternity leave law; experts debate its impact on gender equality and workforce participation in India.

GS 1: Indian Society GS 2: Social Justice GS 2: Polity GS1: Indian Society and Diversity of India GS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Should men get paternity leave in India?, Pg11

Supreme Court urges paternity leave law; experts debate its impact on gender equality and workforce participation in India.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Increase in India’s carbon emissions in 2025, Pg12

India's carbon emissions rise by 0.7% in 2025, marking the slowest increase in two decades due to clean energy adoption.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Increase in India’s carbon emissions in 2025, Pg12

India's carbon emissions rise by 0.7% in 2025, marking the slowest increase in two decades due to clean energy adoption.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

What is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12

Gold prices plummet despite West Asia conflict due to rising interest rates, stronger dollar, and profit-booking, impacting global investment strategies.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

What is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12

Gold prices plummet despite West Asia conflict due to rising interest rates, stronger dollar, and profit-booking, impacting global investment strategies.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

S-400 deliveries expedited as India enhances air defence, Pg14

India to receive final S-400 missile defense units from Russia by November, enhancing air defense capabilities amid geopolitical tensions.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

S-400 deliveries expedited as India enhances air defence, Pg14

India to receive final S-400 missile defense units from Russia by November, enhancing air defense capabilities amid geopolitical tensions.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

India has oil for 60 days, LPG for a month: Centre, Pg14

India assures energy security with 60-day oil reserves and increased LPG production amid West Asia tensions, discouraging panic buying.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

India has oil for 60 days, LPG for a month: Centre, Pg14

India assures energy security with 60-day oil reserves and increased LPG production amid West Asia tensions, discouraging panic buying.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS3: Space Technology

Parliamentary panel flags limited number of launch pads, Pg16

Parliamentary panel cautions ISRO on limited launch infrastructure, urges diversification with new spaceport in Kulasekarapattinam for SSLV launches.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Parliament and State Legislatures GS3: Space Technology

Parliamentary panel flags limited number of launch pads, Pg16

Parliamentary panel cautions ISRO on limited launch infrastructure, urges diversification with new spaceport in Kulasekarapattinam for SSLV launches.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Government Budgeting

New I-T Rules: Simpler processes, higher deductions for the salaried, Pg4

CBDT unveils Income-tax Rules, 2026: PAN thresholds hiked, unified challans introduced, and HRA benefits expanded for salaried individuals.

GS 3: Economy GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Government Budgeting

New I-T Rules: Simpler processes, higher deductions for the salaried, Pg4

CBDT unveils Income-tax Rules, 2026: PAN thresholds hiked, unified challans introduced, and HRA benefits expanded for salaried individuals.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Why YouTube, Meta were held guilty in tech addiction trial, Pg4

Meta and YouTube held liable for addictive designs, causing harm to young users, ordered to pay $6 million in damages.

GS 2: Social Justice GS 3: Science & TechnologyEthicsGS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism GS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS3: Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Why YouTube, Meta were held guilty in tech addiction trial, Pg4

Meta and YouTube held liable for addictive designs, causing harm to young users, ordered to pay $6 million in damages.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

As war drags on, RBI may have to choose between forex reserves and rupee value, Pg4

RBI faces tough choice between depleting forex reserves and allowing rupee depreciation amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and foreign investor outflows.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

As war drags on, RBI may have to choose between forex reserves and rupee value, Pg4

RBI faces tough choice between depleting forex reserves and allowing rupee depreciation amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and foreign investor outflows.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India's new climate targets are modest but significant, Pg4

India unveils modest yet significant 2035 climate targets, reaffirming commitment to clean energy amid global finance concerns and geopolitical shifts.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Economy GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

India's new climate targets are modest but significant, Pg4

India unveils modest yet significant 2035 climate targets, reaffirming commitment to clean energy amid global finance concerns and geopolitical shifts.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

We are working jointly for security of Strait of Hormuz: India, France, Pg5

India and France collaborate to secure Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions, addressing global energy and security concerns.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: Internal Security GS2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

We are working jointly for security of Strait of Hormuz: India, France, Pg5

India and France collaborate to secure Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions, addressing global energy and security concerns.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: E Governance GS3: Basics of Cyber Security

Centre pushes for biometric checks on SIM issuance to tackle digital arrest scams, Pg6

Centre mandates biometric SIM verification within nine months to combat digital arrest scams and enforce SIM limits effectively using real-time monitoring.

GS 3: Science & Technology GS 3: Internal Security GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: E Governance GS3: Basics of Cyber Security

Centre pushes for biometric checks on SIM issuance to tackle digital arrest scams, Pg6

Centre mandates biometric SIM verification within nine months to combat digital arrest scams and enforce SIM limits effectively using real-time monitoring.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Why the concern over disruption, Pg6

Strait of Hormuz closure threatens global energy supply, prompting India to collaborate with Iran and US for resolution.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Why the concern over disruption, Pg6

Strait of Hormuz closure threatens global energy supply, prompting India to collaborate with Iran and US for resolution.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

How gulf crisis is impacting Automobile Paint shops in India, Pg11

West Asia crisis disrupts auto industry: Natural gas shortages halt paint shops, urea scarcity threatens commercial vehicle production, impacting exports.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

How gulf crisis is impacting Automobile Paint shops in India, Pg11

West Asia crisis disrupts auto industry: Natural gas shortages halt paint shops, urea scarcity threatens commercial vehicle production, impacting exports.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

EC planning on reviving electoral literacy clubs in schools, colleges, Pg11

Election Commission to revive 5 lakh Electoral Literacy Clubs nationwide, focusing on poll-bound states to boost voter awareness among youth.

GS 2: Polity GS 2: GovernancePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Education Sector GS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

EC planning on reviving electoral literacy clubs in schools, colleges, Pg11

Election Commission to revive 5 lakh Electoral Literacy Clubs nationwide, focusing on poll-bound states to boost voter awareness among youth.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Energy Security, Pg12

India aims for energy independence amidst West Asia turmoil, targeting 1500 GW renewables, electric vehicle transition, and nuclear expansion by 2047.

GS 3: Economy GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Energy Security, Pg12

India aims for energy independence amidst West Asia turmoil, targeting 1500 GW renewables, electric vehicle transition, and nuclear expansion by 2047.

GS 2: Polity GS 3: Internal SecurityEthicsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Basics of Cyber Security

CCTV data for public safety can be double-edged, Pg12

Debate intensifies over privacy concerns as AI-powered surveillance expands nationwide, raising questions about data protection and government overreach.

GS 2: Polity GS 3: Internal SecurityEthicsGS2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability GS3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life GS3: Basics of Cyber Security

CCTV data for public safety can be double-edged, Pg12

Debate intensifies over privacy concerns as AI-powered surveillance expands nationwide, raising questions about data protection and government overreach.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Health Sector GS3: Biotechnology GS3: Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

Semaglutide, Pg13

India's regulatory caution on anti-obesity drugs justified amid safety concerns, potential misuse, and generic manufacturing boom.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Economy GS 3: Science & Technology GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Health Sector GS3: Biotechnology GS3: Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

Semaglutide, Pg13

India's regulatory caution on anti-obesity drugs justified amid safety concerns, potential misuse, and generic manufacturing boom.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Disaster Management GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS2: E Governance

PM-RAHAT Scheme, Pg14

Parliamentary panel suggests live hospital dashboard integrated with 108 ambulance for PM-RAHAT scheme to aid road accident victims.

GS 2: Governance GS 3: Disaster Management GS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors GS2: Health Sector GS2: E Governance

PM-RAHAT Scheme, Pg14

Parliamentary panel suggests live hospital dashboard integrated with 108 ambulance for PM-RAHAT scheme to aid road accident victims.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Russian oil flows surge 82% in March to near-peak levels (With the Strait of Hormuz shut, the US has given a 30-day waiver for refiners to purchase Russian oil), Pg15

India's Russian oil imports surge 82% in March amidst Strait of Hormuz disruption, cushioned by US waiver, nearing historic peaks.

GS 2: International Relations GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Russian oil flows surge 82% in March to near-peak levels (With the Strait of Hormuz shut, the US has given a 30-day waiver for refiners to purchase Russian oil), Pg15

India's Russian oil imports surge 82% in March amidst Strait of Hormuz disruption, cushioned by US waiver, nearing historic peaks.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

OECD projects India's GDP to grow 6.1% in next fiscal, Pg15

OECD forecasts India's GDP growth at 7.6% for FY26 and 6.1% for FY27 amid global economic resilience concerns.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora GS3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

News Analysis

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India and 4 other nations, Pg1

Iran grants Hormuz passage to India and 4 other nations, Pg1

India mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1

India mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1

Mice cloning and genetic mutations, Pg2

Mice cloning and genetic mutations, Pg2

Use of stem cell therapy for autism, Pg2

Use of stem cell therapy for autism, Pg2

Framework for animal testing, Pg2

Framework for animal testing, Pg2

Fake X-rays and the use of AI, Pg2

Fake X-rays and the use of AI, Pg2

The key to India’s multi-domain deterrence, capabilities, Pg10

The key to India’s multi-domain deterrence, capabilities, Pg10

Should men get paternity leave in India?, Pg11

Should men get paternity leave in India?, Pg11

Increase in India’s carbon emissions in 2025, Pg12

Increase in India’s carbon emissions in 2025, Pg12

What is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12

What is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12

S-400 deliveries expedited as India enhances air defence, Pg14

S-400 deliveries expedited as India enhances air defence, Pg14

India has oil for 60 days, LPG for a month: Centre, Pg14

India has oil for 60 days, LPG for a month: Centre, Pg14

Parliamentary panel flags limited number of launch pads, Pg16

Parliamentary panel flags limited number of launch pads, Pg16

New I-T Rules: Simpler processes, higher deductions for the salaried, Pg4

New I-T Rules: Simpler processes, higher deductions for the salaried, Pg4

Why YouTube, Meta were held guilty in tech addiction trial, Pg4

Why YouTube, Meta were held guilty in tech addiction trial, Pg4

As war drags on, RBI may have to choose between forex reserves and rupee value, Pg4

As war drags on, RBI may have to choose between forex reserves and rupee value, Pg4

India's new climate targets are modest but significant, Pg4

India's new climate targets are modest but significant, Pg4

We are working jointly for security of Strait of Hormuz: India, France, Pg5

We are working jointly for security of Strait of Hormuz: India, France, Pg5

Centre pushes for biometric checks on SIM issuance to tackle digital arrest scams, Pg6

Centre pushes for biometric checks on SIM issuance to tackle digital arrest scams, Pg6

Why the concern over disruption, Pg6

Why the concern over disruption, Pg6

How gulf crisis is impacting Automobile Paint shops in India, Pg11

How gulf crisis is impacting Automobile Paint shops in India, Pg11

EC planning on reviving electoral literacy clubs in schools, colleges, Pg11

EC planning on reviving electoral literacy clubs in schools, colleges, Pg11

Energy Security, Pg12

Energy Security, Pg12

CCTV data for public safety can be double-edged, Pg12

CCTV data for public safety can be double-edged, Pg12

Semaglutide, Pg13

Semaglutide, Pg13

PM-RAHAT Scheme, Pg14

PM-RAHAT Scheme, Pg14

Russian oil flows surge 82% in March to near-peak levels (With the Strait of Hormuz shut, the US has given a 30-day waiver for refiners to purchase Russian oil), Pg15

Russian oil flows surge 82% in March to near-peak levels (With the Strait of Hormuz shut, the US has given a 30-day waiver for refiners to purchase Russian oil), Pg15

OECD projects India's GDP to grow 6.1% in next fiscal, Pg15

OECD projects India's GDP to grow 6.1% in next fiscal, Pg15

WTO MC14: Why it could be a 'turning point' for trade & what's at stake for India, Pg15

WTO MC14: Why it could be a 'turning point' for trade & what's at stake for India, Pg15

Automatic & binding dispute settlement system must be restored, Pg15

Automatic & binding dispute settlement system must be restored, Pg15

IOC bans transgender women from competing in female categories, Pg19

IOC bans transgender women from competing in female categories, Pg19

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