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UPSC current affairs — 05 July 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.

Ethanol Blending in India

India’s Ethanol Blended Petrol programme has expanded blending to 20% by 2025-26, boosting energy security, farmer incomes, and reducing emissions, with significant growth in procurement and production capacity.

Environment & EcologyGS-I: Indian Geography (resource use, energy resources)GS-II: Governance: schemes, powers and functions, Sustainable developmentGS-III: Environment & Ecology, Disaster management (emissions, climate policy)PIB India

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Finance Ministry notifies rules for determination of origin of goods under India-U.K. trade pact

Finance Ministry notified rules for determining origin of goods under the India–UK CEPA (CETA), enabling certificates of origin for duty benefits from July 15, 2026. Impacts textile, leather, gems, engineering goods, etc.

International RelationsGS-II: India’s bilateral and multilateral relations; trade agreements and their implicationsGS-III: Economic development and tradeThe Hindu · Business

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India needs a second home for Asiatic lions

India should establish a second, geographically separate population of Asiatic lions to safeguard the species from catastrophic risks; current policy supports translocation to Kuno National Park, MP, but a second habitat remains a priority.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Biodiversity; Conservation strategiesGS-II: Environment and Ecology (conservation policies)The Hindu · Opinion

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The right to belong beyond official documentation

MEA comments on passport as travel document raise citizenship implications; links to electoral rolls revision and SC rulings, highlighting citizenship proof and related governance questions.

PolityGS-II: Governance, Constitution, Public PolicyGS-II: International Relations (India’s diplomacy, citizenship)The Hindu · Opinion

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Old wine, new bottle: on the EPFO’s recent changes

The Labour Ministry issued new rules for EPF/EPS/EDLI aligning with the Code on Social Security 2020; changes reflect continuity post-Code implementation and impact about 8 crore subscribers, with ongoing debates on pension and wage ceiling implications.

EconomyGS-III: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employmentGS-II: GovernanceThe Hindu · Opinion

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​Two together: on the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to India

Japan PM's visit signals enhanced bilateral coordination, FOIP posture reset, and expanded energy and maritime cooperation between India and Japan amid global shifts.

International RelationsGS-II: Bilateral relations with key regional playersGS-II: India's strategic partnerships and security cooperationThe Hindu · Opinion

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Foundation laid for Adani Group’s defence factory in M.P.’s Shivpuri

Adani Defence & Aerospace to establish a missile and propellant manufacturing plant in Shivpuri, MP, at ₹2,500 crore, creating 4,000 jobs and boosting domestic defence production. Foundation stones laid by CM and Union Minister.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Government policies, Schemes, DefenceGS-III: Science and technology advances, defence manufacturingThe Hindu · Business

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan Releases First Installment of ₹25,863 Crore to States for VB-G-RAM-G

Centre launches VB-G-RAM-G reform across India, releasing first installments to states; transition from MGNREGA to a unified rural employment scheme with wage and asset creation focus.

GovernanceGS-II: Government policies and interventions for social sector-related issues and grassroots governanceGS-III: Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population; Issues related to development processesPIB India

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MY Bharat – Where Digital India Meets Young India

MY Bharat is a digital platform under the Youth Affairs Ministry to mobilize India's youth for volunteering, skill development, and nation-building, leveraging Digital Public Infrastructure.

GovernanceGS-II: Government schemes, governance, welfareGS-II: Issues related to development and social inclusionPIB India

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India to Chair UNCTAD's Ninth Session of Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Consumer Protection

India to chair UNCTAD's Ninth Session on Consumer Protection, leading global deliberations on consumer protection law and policy; will participate in launch of UN Guidelines for Consumer Product Safety.

International RelationsGS-II: Effect of policies and governance on society, India's ties with global organisations, and role in international forumsGS-II: Functions and responsibilities of constitutional and statutory bodies; India's external relationsGS-III: Issues relating to governance, transparency, and accountability; international trade and policy frameworksPIB India

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