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UPSC current affairs — 17 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.

Reclaiming footpaths for people

Supreme Court recognises right to walk on demarcated footpaths as a fundamental right, directs law and regulatory body; raises questions on encroachments and pedestrian rights over motor traffic.

GovernanceGS-II: Governance (polity, rights, public policy)GS-III: Ethics, integrity, and governanceThe Hindu · Opinion

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India Strengthens Global Leadership in Food Standards at 49th Session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC49)

India strengthens its leadership in global food standards at CAC49; seven India-led Codex texts adopted and a new work approved for Cashew Kernel standard development.

International RelationsGS-II: Development processes and outcomes, instruments of public policy; international institutions and their functioningGS-III: Environment and disaster management — global standards and normsGS-II: Governance — transparency, accountability, and public service deliveryPIB India +1 sources

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‘Missing body not missing murder’: SC says accused can be convicted even if victim's body never found

SC holds that murder conviction is possible even if the victim’s body is not found, reinforcing that lack of corpse cannot bar prosecution for murder.

PolityGS-II: Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Judicial SystemGS-III: Ethics, Governance, Law, PolityHindustan Times · India +1 sources

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ICMR study finds drone-enabled TB sample transport can reduce diagnosis time and patient expenses in remote Telangana

ICMR's i-DRONE study in Telangana demonstrates drone-based transport of TB samples reduces diagnostic turnaround from 15 to 5 days, boosting access to TB services in remote areas.

Science & TechnologyGS-I: Indian Society and its Welfare (Public health and welfare mechanisms)GS-II: Governance - transparency, e-governance, public service delivery; Government schemesGS-III: Science and Technology - developments in health and biotech; disaster management relevancePIB India +1 sources

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SC acts after courtroom chaos, tightens rules for litigants-in-person

Supreme Court tightens courtroom rules for litigants-in-person following courtroom chaos, via a full court decision.

PolityGS-II: Constitution of India, statutory bodies, judiciary governanceGS-II: governance and ethics in public lifeHindustan Times · India

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Telangana police’s fight against Telugu film piracy

Telangana anti-piracy operation with AVPC and TGCSB leading to rapid takedown of piracy URLs, MoU signed in Jan 2026 to curb digital film piracy; highlights cyber security intervention in enforcement.

SecurityGS-II: Issues relating to development and resourcesGS-III: Security challenges and their management in border areas, cyber securityThe Hindu · Sci-Tech

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Bharat Tex generates $2 billion worth enquiries

Bharat Tex 2026 expo in New Delhi generated over $2.8 billion in enquiries, with significant investment commitments and MoUs across textile states, signaling strong textile-investment activity and international engagement.

EconomyGS-II: Economic Development and PoliciesGS-III: Indian Economy and related issuesThe Hindu · Business

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Eye on delimitation Bill, Government puts draft law seeking removal of ‘tainted’ ministers on backburner

Govt prioritizes Women’s Reservation and Delimitation Bills; 130th Constitution Amendment Bill (tainted ministers) likely kept on backburner amid Monsoon Session.

Polity & ConstitutionGS-II: Indian Constitution, Parliament, GovernanceGS-II: Issues relating to development and governanceIndian Express · India

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PM Modi inaugurates 75 redeveloped railway stations under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme – Full list

PM Modi inaugurated 75 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), aiming to modernize stations, enhance multimodal connectivity and regional growth; project cost ~Rs 1,570 crore across 20 states.

GovernanceGS-II: Government Policies and InterventionsGS-III: Infrastructure — Transport sector developmentIndian Express · India

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IAMAI launches E-Commerce Council of India to unify $120 bn digital commerce ecosystem

IAMAI launches E-Commerce Council of India (ECCI) to unify India's $120 billion digital commerce ecosystem, aiming to foster industry-government collaboration, research, and policy engagement for a trusted, innovative, and globally competitive digital commerce landscape.

EconomyGS-II: Issues relating to development and management of the economyGS-III: Science and technology (infrastructure) may touch digital economy context]The Hindu · Business

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