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UPSC current affairs — 28 September 2026

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The pitfalls of mandatory FIRs

The Supreme Court reiterated mandatory FIR registration for missing persons and clarified that “person” is not limited to missing children. It connects earlier directions (Bachpan Bachao Andolan) with anti-human trafficking operational steps like FIR without preliminary enquiry and activation of AHTUs.

PolityGS-II: Supreme Court directions; policing and criminal procedure (FIR registration)GS-II: Governance—institutional mechanisms for human trafficking/missing personsThe Hindu · Opinion

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MDR on UPI: SC to hear plea challenging imposition on September 28

The Supreme Court will hear a plea challenging the Centre’s decision to impose MDR on certain UPI person-to-merchant transactions above ₹2,000. The case tests the legality and policy design of UPI charges while P2P transfers remain free.

EconomyGS-II: Judicial review and functioning of Supreme Court; PILs and public interest litigationGS-III: Digital payments, financial regulation, and payment system charges/fee structureThe Hindu · Business +1 sources

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Will not allow MMDR Act to be implemented, says former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik

Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik said his state will not allow implementation of the MMDR Amendment Act. The Act passed in Parliament introduces restrictions on states’ powers to tax mineral rights, raising centre-state regulatory questions.

PolityGS-II: Federalism—Centre-State relations; legislative changes affecting states’ powersGS-III: Mineral resources—regulation and implications of amendments to MMDR frameworkHindustan Times · India

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India-UAE target $200bn bilateral trade by 2032; commit to local currencies, payments, digital initiatives — Check here

India and UAE agreed to implement initiatives to settle bilateral trade in local currencies and to integrate payment/messaging systems, including work on central bank digital currency (CBDC) linkages. The goal is expanding trade mechanisms and reducing transaction frictions.

International RelationsGS-II: India’s foreign relations and international agreementsGS-III: International trade and payments; role of digital finance/technologyLiveMint · Economy

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RBI to raise interest rates to 5.50% in October as inflation broadens, shows poll

A Reuters poll expects the RBI to raise the policy rate to around 5.50% in October due to broadening inflation, with further tightening possibly in December. The update links monetary policy decisions to inflation dynamics.

EconomyGS-III: Monetary policy—RBI policy rates, inflation and interest rate transmissionGS-III: Macroeconomic indicators—inflation trends and growth considerationsLiveMint · Economy

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Why can’t India boost exports to China? Sitharaman flags lack of market access, 'It goes to Vietnam, then China’

Finance Minister flagged constraints in India’s access to the Chinese market, citing that many exports route through Vietnam rather than direct access. She also criticized China for denying direct market access for goods like buffalo meat and pharmaceuticals.

International RelationsGS-II: India’s economic diplomacy and trade relations with major partnersGS-III: Foreign trade—barriers to trade, market access and export competitivenessLiveMint · Economy

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JNPA gets $70 million IFC blue financing for cleaner ship operations

JNPA received $70 million IFC financing for cleaner ship operations via a shore-power project. The project is expected to cut carbon emissions by 63% as part of decarbonising port operations.

Environment & EcologyGS-II: Multilateral/International financing for climate-linked infrastructure (contextual)GS-III: Environmental sustainability in transport/logistics; emission reduction measuresHindustan Times · India

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Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurates the Conference on ‘PRAHAAR - CT Policy and Strategy’ in New Delhi

Amit Shah inaugurated the conference on ‘PRAHAAR - CT Policy and Strategy’ in New Delhi, focused on a whole-of-society counter-terrorism framework with seven pillars. The initiative also includes institutionalizing proactive/automated responses and launching a new Extradition Portal to expedite bringing back fugitives.

SecurityGS-II: Internal security—counter-terrorism strategies, institutional mechanisms, inter-agency coordinationGS-II: Law enforcement—preparedness, response frameworks, safeguarding human rightsGS-III: Security related initiatives impacting internal peace and stabilityPIB India

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India showcases Forest and Landscape Restoration Initiatives at COFO 28, in Rome

India showcased its forest and landscape restoration initiatives at FAO’s COFO 28 in Rome, highlighting progress in forest resources and sustainable forest management. The statement emphasised country-driven implementation, capacity building, technology transfer and measurable outcomes on the ground.

EnvironmentGS-II: International institutions and cooperation (FAO/COFO) for sustainable developmentGS-III: Conservation of forests and ecosystems; climate change and carbon sinks; sustainable forest managementPIB India

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Green Highways

PIB highlights India’s “Green Highways” approach—plantation and biodiversity measures, climate-resilient design, and resource-efficient construction for National Highways. It also notes satellite-based tracking via the National Highways Green Cover Index.

EnvironmentGS-II: Government policies/programmes for environment sustainability (implementation aspects)GS-III: Conservation of environment/ecology; sustainable development in infrastructure projectsPIB India

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