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UPSC current affairs — 21 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.

Right to protest in India: What the Constitution, laws and Supreme Court say

Discussion on the constitutional boundaries and legal framework governing the right to protest in India, including Supreme Court interpretations and statutory limits.

Polity & ConstitutionGS-II: Constitution of India, Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles, Legal Framework of protestsGS-III: Ethics, Governance, Political processesLiveMint · Politics

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Indus Waters Treaty: Government focus on Chenab projects, renegotiation

India considers renegotiating the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan and prioritizes Chenab hydropower projects, signaling a shift in bilateral water-sharing terms and security considerations.

International RelationsGS-II: India and its neighborhood—relations and diplomacyGS-III: Environment, EnergyGS-II: Governance and security measuresIndian Express · India

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CDSCO Approves India's First Dengue Vaccine, Strengthening National Dengue Prevention Efforts

India grants marketing approval for its first dengue vaccine (Qdenga) by CDSCO, marking a milestone in national dengue prevention and import of Takeda vaccine.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Public health governance and policy frameworkGS-III: Internal Security and Disaster Management (public health risks as a governance issue)GS-I: Indian polity and constitutional structurePIB India +2 sources

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Trump orders new 50% tariff on many Canadian goods

US imposes 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods under a new provision, impacting USMCA-covered items; Canada seeks to de-escalate via talks. Implications for North American trade and bilateral relations.

International RelationsGS-II: Bilateral/multilateral relations, trade policy and disputesGS-III: Economic policy and trade agreementsThe Hindu · International

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URBAN FLOODING AND LANDSLIDES IN SEVERAL CITIES

MoHUA advisory on urban flooding and landslides highlights the role of states/ULBs in drainage maintenance; discusses causes like high-intensity rainfall, unplanned urban growth, and inadequate drainage, with reference to URDPFI guidelines and central support.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Disaster ManagementGS-III: EnvironmentPIB India

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NHAI Enhances Digital Services on RajmargYatra Mobile App with Launch of Digital Local Pass and MargMitra Help Centre

NHAI launches digital Local Pass and MargMitra Help Centre on RajmargYatra app to streamline toll payments and provide AI-based commuter assistance, expanding digital infrastructure for highways.

GovernanceGS-II: Governance, Transparency, and AccountabilityGS-III: Disaster Management and Environmental/Infrastructure governancePIB India

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UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION COMBINED GEO-SCIENTIST (MAIN) EXAMINATION-2026

UPSC announces results and interview/Personality Test for Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination-2026; provisional candidature subject to eligibility and document verification.

Polity & GovernanceGS-II: Governance, Constitution, PolityGS-III: Ethics, Integrity (borderline)PIB India

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PRESS NOTE

SC forms High-Powered Committee to examine Aravalli Hills issues; invites public input from states and stakeholders with deadline to submit by Aug 31, 2026.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Environment and Ecology, Biodiversity conservationGS-II: Governance, Welfare schemes, Institutions, JudiciaryPIB India

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ICMR transfers three indigenous biomedical technologies to advance cancer and infectious disease solutions

ICMR via its Medical Innovations Patent Mitra licenses three indigenous technologies—SHetA2 anti-HPV candidate and two enteric vaccine technologies—to Indian manufacturers to accelerate affordable healthcare and self-reliant biomedical innovation.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Governance, mechanisms to promote innovation and self-reliance in science and technologyGS-III: Science and Technology Development in India, policy instrumentsGS-IV: Ethics and Social Justice in access to healthcare and technologyPIB India

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MoHUA Holds National Interaction with 75 AMRUT Shallow Aquifer Management (SAM) Cities under the ‘Catch the Rain’ Campaign

MoHUA & NIUA convened a national interaction with 75 AMRUT SAM cities under 'Catch the Rain' to share groundwater recharge interventions and strengthen urban water security.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Disaster ManagementGS-II: Governance, Welfare Schemes (Rural/Urban)PIB India

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