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UPSC current affairs — 24 September 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.

‘Ghar wapsi won’t save you’: SC upholds disqualification of MLA who quit BRS

The Supreme Court upheld the disqualification of an MLA who quit BRS, dealing a blow to other MLAs who crossed over to Congress in 2024. The ruling reinforces the strict application of anti-defection/constitutional disqualification principles.

PolityGS-II: Anti-defection law—disqualification of legislators and role of Supreme CourtGS-II: Legislature—conduct of members, cross-voting/crossing parties and constitutional frameworkHindustan Times · India

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Cauvery water dispute: In SC, Tamil Nadu claims 20 TMC deficit as Karnataka says many districts face drought

In the Supreme Court, Tamil Nadu claims Karnataka owes a Cauvery water deficit of 20 TMC, while Karnataka cites a severe drought and says it has complied as an upper riparian State. The court has sought Karnataka’s response, with the next hearing set for October 12.

PolityGS-II: Federal structure—inter-state water disputes and role of judiciary/tribunalsGS-III: Water resources management; impacts of drought on agricultureThe Hindu · National

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SC dismisses Danam Nagender's plea against disqualification

The Supreme Court dismissed Danam Nagender's plea challenging his disqualification. The ruling reinforces the legal position on disqualification and the judicial approach to such challenges.

PolityGS-II: Supreme Court/High Court judgments; governance and constitutional principlesGS-II: Representation of the people; disqualification related legal framework (as relevant)The Hindu · National

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Cauvery water: SC asks Karnataka to respond to Tamil Nadu's plea alleging shortfall

In the Cauvery water dispute, the Supreme Court has asked Karnataka to respond to Tamil Nadu’s plea alleging a water shortfall. The matter highlights ongoing legal oversight in inter-state river water sharing.

PolityGS-II: Federalism—inter-state water disputes; role of Supreme Court and interstate river water managementGS-III: Water resources management; inter-state river basin governance and sustainable allocationHindustan Times · India

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Why India's Election Commission is in the eye of a storm - again

The BBC reports renewed allegations and credibility concerns involving the Election Commission of India and its chief. The story highlights controversies around the election regulator and its perceived impartiality.

PolityGS-II: Election Commission of India—structure, functions and role in free and fair electionsGS-II: Important provisions related to conduct of elections (Articles 324–325) and issues affecting credibility/independenceBBC News · India

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LG, Samsung face India tariff evasion investigation over OLED TV parts

India is investigating LG Electronics and Samsung for alleged tariff evasion on imported OLED TV display parts, including claims of a concessional tariff rate on OLED glass screens (open cells). The case highlights scrutiny of foreign investment compliance with India’s import duties and tariff structure.

EconomyGS-II: Government policies and interventions for regulating trade and enforcing lawsGS-III: Indian economy—foreign trade, tariffs and import policy; impact on industry and businessThe Hindu · Business

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Refinery sector must balance energy security with net-zero push: industry experts at The Hindu Sustainability Summit

Industry experts discuss how India’s refinery sector can balance energy security amid crude supply disruptions with the net-zero push. The session highlights renewable integration and the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme framework.

EnvironmentGS-II: Climate/energy transition governance (energy security vs net-zero)GS-III: Environmental policies; carbon markets/credit trading; energy security and refinery sectorThe Hindu · Environment

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India postpones Cambodia tiger reintroduction

India and Cambodia have postponed the planned reintroduction of Bengal tigers in Cambodia, shifting timelines from 2025 to 2028 after a review found the prey base in the proposed area is too low to sustain tigers. The decision reflects assessment-driven conservation planning and cross-border wildlife cooperation.

EnvironmentGS-III: Conservation of tigers and biodiversity; Project Tiger and related transboundary/rehabilitation effortsGS-II: International cooperation for wildlife conservation; Environment governance and treaties/coordinationMongabay India

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SIR is illegal and needs to be reversed: former CEC Quraishi

Former CEC S.Y. Quraishi said the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is illegal and should be reversed. The remarks connect SIR with delimitation and representation issues, amid ongoing political debate over a Delimitation Bill.

PolityGS-II: Election Commission of India—powers, duties and conduct of electionsGS-II: Delimitation of constituencies; representation and federalismThe Hindu · National

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Kerala HC says investigating officer can also be appointed as prosecutor in court-martial case as per Navy regulations

Kerala High Court held that, under Navy court-martial regulations, the investigating officer may also be appointed as the prosecutor without violating the accused’s right to a fair trial. The court found this arrangement consistent with the fairness standards applicable to such proceedings.

PolityGS-II: Fundamental rights—fair trial and criminal procedure/judicial safeguardsGS-II: Judiciary—court rulings and legal procedure impacting administration of justiceThe Hindu · National

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