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UPSC current affairs — 18 June 2026

The day's most exam-relevant stories, scored and mapped to the UPSC syllabus by ProjectsPilot's AI. Full Prelims/Mains/Interview analysis is inside the app.

Revisiting the First Amendment, which created the architecture of state control in India

Opinion piece marks 75th anniversary of the First Amendment and its enduring impact on India's constitutional architecture and state power.

Polity & ConstitutionGS-II: Indian Constitution; Fundamental rights and Directive Principles; amendmentsGS-I/II: History of Indian polity and governance (constitutional developments)Indian Express · Opinion

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Madhya Pradesh fast-tracks UCC – but there’s some opposition

Madhya Pradesh to introduce and pass Uniform Civil Code Bill in monsoon session, following a state-backed committee report; stance aligns with BJP’s ideological push on UCC.

Polity & ConstitutionGS-II: Polity and GovernanceGS-II: Constitutional frameworkIndian Express · India

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EU to sign Free Trade Agreement with India by end of 2026, says Ursula at G7

EU to sign FTA with India by end-2026; India-EU ties expand to investment, security, and connectivity via IMEC corridor.

International RelationsGS-II: India and its neighbourhood, IS, ET, and International OrganizationsGS-III: Economic relations, trade agreements, and global governanceIndian Express · India

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El Niño forecast increases likelihood of weak monsoon and water stress

IMD confirms El Niño conditions likely to intensify this monsoon, signaling potential weak rainfall and heightened water stress; serves as an early climate risk alert for India.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Disaster ManagementGS-III: Environmental pollution and climate changeMongabay India

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IRDAI forms working group on AI

IRDAI forms a seven-member AI working group to craft governance, security and ethical use guidelines for AI in the insurance sector, assessing risks, governance maturity and sector-wide impact.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Governance related to regulatory bodies and public policyGS-III: Science and technology developments and their societal impactThe Hindu · Business

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to attend BRICS NSAs meeting in Delhi

China to participate in BRICS NSAs meeting in Delhi ahead of BRICS Summit, signaling ongoing coordination on security issues among BRICS members.

International RelationsGS-II: India’s relationships with other countries; Bilateral and multilateral groups (BRICS)GS-III: Internal security (regional security discussions in BRICS context)The Hindu · International

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India secures steel market access under UK FTA; exporters to avail benefits from 15 July

India secures quota-based steel market access under the UK FTA (CETA) ahead of the pact’s full entry into force on 15 July; safeguards preserved from 1 July.

International RelationsGS-II: India’s relations with other countries, Trade agreements, FTAsGS-III: Economic development, Government policies and interventionsLiveMint · Economy

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MSMEs hit by curbs on dispensing diesel

New procurement ceiling on high-speed diesel for MSMEs/procurement limits under 600 litres/day proposed; impact on micro/SMEs relying on HSD for power and processes.

EconomyGS-III: Infrastructure planning and policyGS-II: Government schemes and administrationThe Hindu · Business

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IRDAI issues consultation paper on changes to regulation making process

IRDAI publishes a consultation paper proposing a formal regulation-making process under SBSR Act 2025, emphasizing public consultation and expert involvement to protect policyholders and streamline rules.

Polity & GovernanceGS-II: Governance, Constitution, Statutory BodiesGS-II: Parliament/Legislation/Regulation-making processThe Hindu · Business

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Ukraine war to Hormuz: 5 key takeaways from the G7 Summit in France

G7 summit in France focused on Russia-Ukraine tensions, West Asia, AI, and global trade; India raised seafarer safety in the Strait of Hormuz.

International RelationsGS-II: International Relations and developments in world politicsGS-III: Globalisation and its impact on economiesIndian Express · Explained

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