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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.

India’s cheapest power is here, the grid must catch up

India can unlock ~1000 GW of new clean energy by grid upgrades and storage; solar/wind are the cheapest power, with potential to deliver firm power at ~₹3.5/kWh as deployment accelerates.

EnvironmentGS-III: Environment, Energy securityGS-III: Science and technology developments and their applicationsThe Hindu · Opinion

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India to eradicate sickle cell anaemia before 2047, target: President Murmu

President announces India’s plan to eradicate sickle cell anaemia ahead of the 2047 target, highlighting large-scale screening and genetic counselling under the National Mission.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Conservation and Environmental PollutionGS-II: Governance and Welfare SchemesThe Hindu · Sci-Tech

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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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Expert Explains | A point-by-point breakdown of US-Iran MoU, from nuclear issue to Strait of Hormuz

The US and Iran signed a 14-clause MoU to begin 60 days of negotiations on a final deal, signaling potential economic relief for Iran and a shift in West Asia power dynamics; implications for regional security and US-Iran relations.

International RelationsGS-II: International relations and their effects on security, economy and governanceGS--II: Govt policies and international organizations (bilateral/multilateral)Indian Express · Explained

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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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Amit Shah sets 3-year justice delivery target, pushes use of AI in probes

Home Minister Amit Shah targets delivering justice within three years from FIR to conviction, promoting AI and scientific forensics to speed up investigations and reforms in criminal justice since 2019.

GovernanceGS-II: Governance and Public PolicyGS-III: Science and Technology in day-to-day life / Security (forensic)Indian Express · India

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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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Right of way: on the right to walk on demarcated footpaths

SC expands Article 21 to protect pedestrians on demarcated footpaths; highlights fragmented pedestrian rights due to lack of national law and weak urban design; emphasizes cultural shift for pedestrians’ right of way.

GovernanceGS-II: Government schemes and welfare programs; Constitution provisions and Fundamental RightsGS-II: Polity and Governance related issuesThe Hindu · Opinion

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