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UPSC current affairs — 11 October 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.

Missile strikes passenger terminal at Riyadh airport; 12 killed, over 300 wounded

Missile attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport kills 12 and wounds over 300, amid Houthi-Saudi hostilities and broader Iran-proxy dynamics, potentially pressuring Saudi allies for military support.

International RelationsGS-II: International relations and securityGS-II: Disaster management? (not strictly)Ethics? (not)The Hindu · International

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Net shutdown adds to massive disruption in capital

Massive mobile internet shutdown in central Delhi around Janpath-Kartavya Path disrupts digital payments, communication, and navigation, indicating heightened curbs on protests and security measures in the capital.

SecurityGS Paper 2: Governance and Public PolicyGS Paper 3: Internal SecurityThe Hindu · Sci-Tech

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BJP accuses INDIA bloc, CJP of trying to destabilise nation at behest of foreign powers

BJP accuses INDIA bloc and CJP of attempting to destabilise India at foreign powers’ behest, signaling a high-pitched political confrontation and emphasis on national stability.

International RelationsGS Paper 2: India and its neighbourhood - relations with countriesGS Paper 2: GovernanceCurrent AffairsThe Hindu · National

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PM Modi to launch Chennai Metro Rail Phase 2, to share ride with Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

Prime Minister Modi and Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to inaugurate Chennai Metro Rail Phase 2 and flag off operations, marking extended metro connectivity from Poonamallee to Vadapalani with initial 15 trains and increased frequency during peak hours.

Infrastructure / GovernanceGS-2: Governance, Administration and Public PolicyGS-3: Infrastructure: energy, transport, etc.Indian GeographyThe Hindu · National

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Mass detention of Delhi protesters draws scrutiny from legal experts

The mass detention of Delhi protesters amid prohibitory orders raises concerns about legal safeguards and grounds for detention, attracting scrutiny from legal experts and the UN. The event centers on how police invoked BNSS Section 163 instead of previous measures and questions compliance with constitutional rights.

SecurityGeneral Studies Paper 2: Governance, Constitution, PolityGeneral Studies Paper 3: Internal SecurityThe Hindu · National

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‘Will not go back till CEC resigns’: CJP calls for fresh protest at Jantar Mantar on October 11

Protest against electoral roll irregularities demands the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), with a fresh demonstration announced at Jantar Mantar, highlighting ongoing political activism around election administration.

PolityGS-II: Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS-II: Policies and Schemes (Electoral Processes)The Hindu · National +1 sources

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Discord between Ministers and MLAs in districts adds to Congress’s challenges

Discord between Congress Ministers and MLAs in Karnataka over Cabinet expansion and fund allocation signals internal party conflicts, impacting governance and leadership dynamics in the state.

PoliticsGS-II: governance and social justiceGS-II: polity & administrative structureThe Hindu · National

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CJP member moves Supreme Court on whereabouts of Dipke, Das, Ranka

A habeas corpus petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking production and release of CJP leaders detained in connection with a Delhi protest over CEC issues and the SIR revision of electoral rolls. The petition seeks judicial scrutiny and release if custody is unlawful.

PolityGS-II: Structure, organization of the Executive and the judiciaryThe Hindu · National

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Economic think tank says govt should withdraw proposed UPI charges. Here's why

A government think tank recommends withdrawing the proposed 0.4% UPI merchant fee above ₹2,000, arguing it could raise prices and harm small businesses, signaling potential policy reversal or debate on digital payments charges.

EconomyGS-II: Government policies and interventionsGS-III: Economy and issuesLiveMint · Economy

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Multiple ‘Jantar Mantars’ spring up as Delhi shuts

Delhi witnessed a large police crackdown on protesters with central Delhi sealed and BNSSS Section 163 invoked, leading to detentions and restricted movement around Jantar Mantar and other sites.

SecurityGS Paper 2: Governance, Internal SecurityEthics and Integrity (Societal aspects)The Hindu · National

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