UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS

India has taken a major step towards operationalising its carbon market by notifying draft emission-intensity targets for the iron and steel sector under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS).

India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu formally moved the country into the second stage of its indigenous three-stage nuclear power programme.

The Union Government has significantly expanded the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) under Pilot Round 3 (April 2026 onwards) by allowing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Global Capability Centres (GCCs), statutory bodies, and professional institutes to participate.

The Government of India has announced a major customs duty exemption on several critical inputs and capital goods used in the manufacturing of batteries and display assemblies.

India has recently raised objections at the World Trade Organization (WTO) over an interim arrangement being used to implement the proposed Electronic Commerce Agreement (ECA).

Recently, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari reviewed the major infrastructure projects being implemented by the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and directed officials to ensure their timely execution.

Under the Government of India's Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0, more than 4.11 lakh guarantees have been issued so far, with a total guaranteed amount exceeding ₹1.55 lakh crore.

Recently, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) delivered a significant and historic ruling.

The Union Home Minister recently launched Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, in Gujarat.

UN Women has stated that investing in care systems is not only a social necessity but also crucial for economic development and gender equality.