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UPSC current affairs — 19 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.

Supreme Court declares right to walk on footpath a fundamental right, wants law

SC declares right to walk on demarcated footpaths as a fundamental right, prioritizing pedestrian safety over motorized transport; duty on authorities to demarcate and maintain footpaths.

GovernanceGS-II: Government policies and interventionsGS-II: Constitutional dimensions and jurisprudenceThe Hindu · National

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SC flags ‘brain drain’ in legal profession, directs creation of fund for young lawyers

SC directs state-level creation of Young Lawyers’ Professional Assistance Fund to curb brain drain and support financially stressed junior lawyers, highlighting need for early-career financial security in the legal profession.

GovernanceGS-II: Polity and Governance – Constitutional Bodies and Legal SystemGS-II: Welfare Schemes and Fund ManagementThe Hindu · National +1 sources

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Telegram evolved into ‘new dark web’: Centre

Centre calls Telegram the 'new dark web', citing its role in cybercrime and exam paper leaks; government seeks continued ban under IT Act Section 69A, urging proactive moderation by platform.

SecurityGS-II: Government policies and interventions for securityGS-III: Cyber security and digital platformsThe Hindu · Sci-Tech

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Jio mulls plans to get into Satellite Communications

Reliance Jio plans to enter satellite communications with a sovereign LEO constellation and ground infrastructure, aiming to enhance nationwide connectivity and establish India's satellite broadband ecosystem.

Science & TechnologyGS-III: Science and Technology developmentsGS-II: Governance and polity aspects of space/telecom policyThe Hindu · Business

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India calls Pakistan a ‘Frankenstein state' at U.N.; accuses it of supporting terrorism

India at the UN described Pakistan as a 'Frankenstein state' and accused it of supporting terrorism, while reiterating Jammu and Kashmir as an integral part of India and criticizing Pakistan’s role in terrorism.

International RelationsGS-II: Indian diplomacy and bilateral relationsGS-2: International relations with focus on bilateral/multilateral issuesThe Hindu · National

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Forest clearance for dam puts white-bellied herons at risk

In-principle forest clearance for a hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh threatens the critically endangered white-bellied heron; project approval raises biodiversity conservation concerns and forest loss compensation issues.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Environment and EcologyGS-II: Governance (Forest rights, biodiversity conservation)Mongabay India

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India’s native dwarf honey bee faces a quiet urban crisis

Story on Bengaluru's native dwarf honey bee facing urban pressures; potential biodiversity and pollination concerns in cities.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Environment, Ecology & Climate ChangeGS-I: Indian Society (women, biodiversity)Mongabay India

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Allu Arjun summoned to court in ‘Pushpa 2’ stampede case; trial set to begin

Hyderabad court summons actor Allu Arjun in Sandhya Theatre stampede case; trial to begin regarding culpable homicide not amounting to murder and related charges.

GovernanceGS-II: Indian Polity & GovernanceGS-III: Ethics and IntegrityIndian Express · India

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Conventional warfare and means relevant even today as they were in 1947, says Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister highlights continued relevance of conventional warfare concepts; defence production crossed ₹1.78 lakh crore in 2025-26, up from ₹46,000 crore in 2014.

SecurityGS-II: Governance under national security and defence policyGS-III: Internal security, defence production, and strategic issuesThe Hindu · National

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Kerala Revised Budget 2026-27 LIVE: V.D. Satheesan's Budget pledges 'New Kerala' with inclusive growth, sustainable development

Kerala's Revised Budget 2026-27 outlines 'New Kerala' with inclusive growth, sustainable development, and investment-driven expansion across sectors to mobilise resources and ensure wealth distribution.

EconomyGS-III: Indian EconomyGS-II: Governance (policies and schemes)The Hindu · National

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