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UPSC Current Affairs: 14 October 2026
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Mains question of the day
Discuss the role of foreign media and data firms in India's economic growth and the challenges they pose to regulatory frameworks. Suggest measures to maximize benefits while safeguarding national interests.
15 marks · GS3 · See the model approach
- 01EconomyGS3 Official (PIB)
PM Modi welcomes Bloomberg's plans to expand presence in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Bloomberg's plans to expand its presence in India and deepen its engagement with the country's economy, markets and people. The welcome was expressed in response to a post on X by Mike Bloomberg, who praised Modi as India’…
Read the study card - 02Science & TechnologyGS3 Official (PIB)
Ministry of Mines Launches Outreach Programme for Auction of Two Offshore Mineral Blocks
The Ministry of Mines organised an outreach programme on 13 October 2026 in New Delhi to brief prospective bidders on the auction of two offshore mineral blocks – Sewell Rise-01 (632 sq km) and West Sewell Ridge-01 (1,000 sq km) in the Andaman Sea. A Notice In…
Read the study card - 03International RelationsGS2 Official (PIB)
Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney Discuss Strengthening India-Canada Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a warm and productive conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The two leaders agreed to build on the positive momentum in India-Canada ties. They pledged to work towards concrete outcomes in trade, energy, techn…
Read the study card - 04Environment & EcologyGS3
India's Cement Sector: A Major Hurdle to Net‑Zero Targets
India aims to become a net‑zero emissions economy by 2070. The cement sector, which accounts for 7‑11% of global greenhouse gas emissions, is a key obstacle. Cement production releases CO2 both from the high‑temperature energy required and from limestone calci…
Read the study card - 05International RelationsGS2 Official (PIB)
India-Canada Roundtable on Pulse Protein Innovation at NIFTEM-K
National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTED‑K) organised a roundtable on pulse protein innovation on 13 Oct 2026. Senior officials from Saskatchewan, Canada and Indian research bodies participated. The meeting focused …
Read the study card - 06History & CultureGS2 Official (PIB)
HAL, NCF and ASI Sign MoA for Heritage Conservation at Hampi, Taj Mahal and Bekal Fort
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the National Culture Fund (NCF) and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) signed a Memorandum of Agreement to undertake conservation and development works at three heritage sites – Hampi in Karnataka, the Taj Mahal in Ut…
Read the study card - 07EconomyGS3 Official (PIB)
Scindia Calls for Greater Credit Flow to Northeast at Bankers' Conclave 3.0
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the North East Bankers’ Conclave 3.0 at Mizoram University, Aizawl. He urged banks to expand physical infrastructure, improve Credit‑Deposit (CD) ratios and boost credit to MSMEs, farmers and women. Scindia highl…
Read the study card - 08EconomyGS3
OPEC cuts India’s 2026 oil‑demand growth forecast to 40,000 bpd
The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has lowered its forecast for India’s oil‑demand growth in 2026 to 40,000 barrels per day (b/d), down from 60,000 b/d projected in its September report. On a year‑on‑year basis, India’s oil demand is …
Read the study card - 09International RelationsGS2 Official (PIB)
First BIMSTEC Home Ministers’ Meeting adopts Delhi Declaration
The Home Ministers of the seven BIMSTEC member states met in New Delhi on 13 October 2026. The meeting was the first BIMSTEC Home Ministers’ Meeting. The ministers adopted the Delhi Declaration, signalling a consensus on cooperation in home affairs. The declar…
Read the study card - 10Environment & EcologyGS3
Supreme Court Committee Scrutinises Proposed Solar Fence and Tree Felling in Chalakudy Forest Division, Kerala
Environmentalists have raised concerns that up to 20,000 trees could be felled in Kerala's Chalakudy Forest Division for a proposed solar‑powered electric fence aimed at reducing human‑elephant conflict. The Animals and Nature Ethics Community (ANEC) Trust fil…
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