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UPSC current affairs — 21 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.

Why Delhi HC’s upholding of Telegram block has larger implications beyond ‘information’ itself

Delhi HC upholds Centre's block on Telegram under Section 69A, marking a notable stance that software/data (not just content) can be blocked for public order; implications for tech regulation and information controls.

PolityGS-II: Government policies and interventionsGS-III: Current developments in science and technology and their interaction with governanceIndian Express · Explained

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Do the police need court permission for further investigation after filing the final report?

Supreme Court reiterates that magistrate permission is required to reopen or further investigate after a closure report; clarifies CrPC Section 173(8) and reliance on Bhajan Lal in civil-dispute scenarios.

Polity & ConstitutionGS-II: Indian Constitution, Statutory interpretation, Legal issues involving criminal procedureGS-IV: Ethics (if relevant to governance)The Hindu · National

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India is now fourth largest economy, says govt.

India becomes the world’s fourth-largest economy with $4.18 trillion; growth remains robust with Q2 2025-26 GDP at 8.2%, positioning India to potentially reach the third-largest by 2030.

EconomyGS-III: Indian EconomyGS-Prelims: Economic indicators and growthThe Hindu · Business

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The shift of critical minerals to India’s strategic centre

India shifts critical minerals from fringe to core strategic priority; 30 minerals listed, eased exploration, and launch of National Critical Mineral Mission with substantial budget.

EnvironmentGS-III: Conservation, environment and ecology, and related policy frameworksGS-II: Government policies for economic development and governanceThe Hindu · Opinion

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From the Opinions Editor | Mind the pedestrian: Supreme Court’s call for walkable cities must be answered

Supreme Court urges walkable, safer footpaths and pedestrian-friendly urban planning to curb rising pedestrian fatalities; ties to urban governance and road safety policy.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Environmental conservation, Disaster management, Urban governanceGS-II: Polity – rights, judiciary, constitutional provisionsIndian Express · Opinion

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EU FTA puts India on a level playing field against competitors in labour-intensive sectors: chief negotiator

India-EU FTA marked as ‘mother of all deals’; eliminates duties on textiles, leather, footwear, and more, boosting competitiveness and level playing field for labour-intensive sectors.

International RelationsGS-II: India’s relations with other countries;Trade policy and agreementsGS-III: Internal security and economy measures? (less direct)The Hindu · Business

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As AI development advances, an expert explains why its regulation matters

Global AI governance mechanisms are being discussed, with an independent international panel and UN-backed dialogues; India’s expert from IIT Madras is involved, highlighting regulatory frameworks and a commons-based approach.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS-III: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effectsIndian Express · Explained

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi commissions three indigenously designed and built naval ships – INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, West Bengal

PM Modi commissions three indigenously designed naval ships INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray at Kolkata; marks push for domestic shipbuilding and hydrography capabilities.

Science & TechnologyGS-III: Disaster ManagementGS-II: Governance (policies and schemes)PIB India +1 sources

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Say hello to Libex, a bold new coffee hybrid built to beat the heat

A new coffee hybrid, Coffea x libex (Liberica x Excelsa), may tolerate warmer climates and varied rainfall, potentially shaping future coffee production; study confirms Liberica and Excelsa as distinct species.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Environment and EcologyGS-III: Science and TechnologyThe Hindu · Environment

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West Asia war LIVE updates: U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran talks

US VP Vance travels for Iran talks; Pakistan PM and military head in Switzerland for U.S.-Iran discussions amid West Asia crisis.

International RelationsGS-II: International RelationsGS-III: SecurityThe Hindu · International

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