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UPSC current affairs — 23 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.

Ministry of Coal Releases 'AAROH': India's First Report on Scientific Mine Closure and Repurposing Practices

India releases AAROH, the first national report on scientific mine closure and repurposing; agreement with Germany's GIZ to boost scientific closure; initiatives to convert mine discharge into safe drinking water and rehabilitation efforts in Jharia.

Environment & EcologyGS-III: Environment and EcologyGS-III: Science and Technology (as applicable)PIB India

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The US signs a landmark nuclear deal with the Saudis. Why this could reshape West Asia

US-Saudi nuclear cooperation pact could enable civilian nuclear program with potential strategic and regional security implications in West Asia.

International RelationsGS-II: International RelationsGS-III: SecurityIndian Express · Explained

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Right to a lawyer, retracted confession: What SC said in judgment on 1996 Samleti bus blast case

SC orders fresh trial in 1996 Samleti bus blast case for denial of legal representation to a death-row accused; also acquits another convict due to inadmissible confession, highlighting right to legal aid and evidentiary standards in terror cases.

Polity & ConstitutionGS-II: Polity and Governance - Fundamental Rights, Criminal Justice System, Judicial ProcessGS-III: Ethics, Governance, and Socio-economic issuesIndian Express · Explained

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DRDO inks two major contracts with Industry partners as part of AEW&C MK-II programme

DRDO signs contracts with industry partners for AEW&C MK-II programme, including aircraft conversion and development-cum-production partnership, aiming for integration and flight testing with IAF.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Governance, Security, or International Relations (defence collaboration)GS-III: Science and Technology developments, defence acquisitionPIB India

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36th Basic Course in Legislative Drafting Inaugurated to Strengthen Uniform and Effective Law-Making Across India

36th Basic Course in Legislative Drafting inaugurated to strengthen uniform and effective law-making across India; ILDR under Ministry of Law and Justice conducts training for state officers to enhance drafting capacity and legal certainty.

PolityGS-II: Governance, Constitution, PolityGS-II: Statutory bodies and ActsPIB India

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Four CSIR Technologies Licensed to Industry and Smart Rural Water Monitoring Technology Commercially Launched

CSIR licenses four indigenous technologies to industry and launches an IoT-enabled rural water monitoring system, highlighting B2G tech transfer and CSIR-CSIO initiatives.

Science & TechnologyGS-III: Science and Technology developmentsGS-III: Disaster Management? (not directly)PIB India

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Prime Minister announces fast-track courts for paper leak cases to safeguard the future of youth

PM announces fast-track courts for paper leak cases to speed up justice and deter exam malpractices, aligning with youth welfare goals.

GovernanceGS-II: Indian Constitution and GovernanceGS-II: Government programs and schemesGS-III: Disaster Management (not strictly applicable, but governance mechanism can be touched)PIB India

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India, Panama Chart New Maritime Partnership Focused on Logistics, Digital Innovation and Global Connectivity

India and Panama agree on a new maritime cooperation framework focusing on logistics, digital innovation, and global connectivity, highlighting logistics, security, skill development, and digital transformation as key pillars to deepen bilateral ties and regional connectivity.

International RelationsGS-II: Bilateral relations with other countriesGS-III: Disasters, Security, and Internal Security (as context)PIB India

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Dr. Jitendra Singh Informs Parliament that Over 3.75 Lakh Students and Researchers Have Benefited Under INSPIRE Programme in the Last Five Years

Parliament told INSPIRE programme has benefited over 3.75 lakh students/researchers in 5 years; DST to expand MANAK and other INSPIRE components to nurture scientific talent from school to research careers, including outreach in rural/aspirational districts.

Science & TechnologyGS-II: Governance, Welfare schemes, Science & Technology initiativesGS-III: Science and Technology, Development and Welfare schemesPIB India

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Centre and States are equal partners in building a future-ready education system for Viksit Bharat 2047 – Shri Dharmendra Pradhan

Centre and States are equal partners in building a future-ready education system under NEP 2020, reviewed at a two-day Conclave to evaluate Centrally Sponsored Schemes.

GovernmentGS-II: Governance (policies and programs related to education reforms)GS-II: Statutory and constitutional bodies/roles of Centre-State coordinationPIB India

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