UPSC Current Affairs — 8 September 2026
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ISRO's EOS-05 Satellite Operational Focus
Why in news: ISRO launched the EOS-05 satellite with applications across security and weather sectors.
ISRO's EOS-05 satellite has operational utility across varied sectors including security and weather monitoring. The satellite reflects India's focus on leveraging space technology for civilian and strategic development needs. ISRO's efforts in earth observation missions strengthen the nation's capabilities in data-driven decision making.
Mizoram Electoral Rolls Finalized After Claims Period
Why in news: Draft electoral rolls in Mizoram saw significant deletions and additions after the claims and objections period ended on September 2.
Mizoram's draft electoral rolls, published on July 4 with 8,28,906 electors, underwent substantive revision following the claims and objections period that concluded on September 2. During this period, 32,280 names were removed while 39,243 voters were added, resulting in a final electoral roll count of 8.35 lakh. These changes reflect the electoral commission's verification process to ensure accuracy of voter records.
Rajasthan High Court Chief Justice Sworn In
Why in news: Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal was sworn in as Rajasthan High Court Chief Justice, ending a period of acting leadership.
Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal's appointment as Rajasthan High Court Chief Justice replaced the acting arrangement led by Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma since September 2025. This judicial transition marks a formal change in the High Court's administrative and executive authority, resolving the interim leadership structure.
DDU-GKY 1.0 Projects National Workshop Held
Why in news: Rural Development Ministry convened a national-level workshop on DDU-GKY 1.0 projects to review implementation.
The Ministry of Rural Development organized a national-level workshop dedicated to DDU-GKY 1.0 projects, reflecting government focus on skill-based rural employment initiatives. DDU-GKY (Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana) represents a major flagship scheme for rural vocational training and livelihood creation. The workshop likely facilitated inter-state coordination and standardization of project delivery.
UN Map Depicts Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as Disputed Territories
Why in news: A new UN map depicts Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin using 'unspecified' claim lines between Indian and Chinese positions.
A new UN map has depicted Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as territories caught between Indian and Chinese 'unspecified' claim lines. The map portrays Aksai Chin's eastern borders as the 'Indian Line' and employs a 'Chinese line' serving as demarcation between Ladakh and Aksai Chin. This cartographic representation reflects ongoing territorial disputes and highlights India's need to actively engage UN mapping standards to ensure accurate representation of its sovereign claims.
Kerala High Court on SC/ST Caste Certification Standards
Why in news: Kerala High Court ruled on evidentiary standards for denying SC/ST caste certificates to eligible members.
The Kerala High Court held that authorities must exercise leniency when requiring SC/ST community members to prove their caste status for accessing constitutional privileges. The court established that denial of constitutionally guaranteed privileges should only occur in exceptional cases of apparent fraud established through independent material evidence. This ruling balances administrative verification with protection of constitutionally safeguarded rights.
Vice President Dedicates Projects Worth Over ₹1,000 Crore in Shillong
Why in news: Vice President CP Radhakrishnan laid foundation stones for projects exceeding ₹1,000 crore during a public reception in Shillong.
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan participated in a public reception ceremony in Shillong where foundation stones were laid for projects worth over ₹1,000 crore. This public engagement reflects the Centre's commitment to capital infrastructure development in the Northeast region and demonstrates high-level political support for regional growth initiatives.
Test yourself: today's 5-question sprint
- Only weather monitoring
- Only security applications
- Security and weather monitoring
- Mining and agricultural surveys
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The brief explicitly states that ISRO's EOS-05 satellite has operational utility 'across varied sectors including security and weather monitoring.'
- 8,28,906 electors
- 8.35 lakh electors
- 8.5 lakh electors
- 8,35,000 electors
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The brief states the final electoral roll count was 8.35 lakh (which equals 835,000) after deletions and additions during the September 2 deadline.
- Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma
- Justice Agarwal
- Justice Sharma Singh
- No prior Chief Justice
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The brief explicitly mentions that Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal replaced Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma, who had been serving as Acting Chief Justice since September 2025.
- Whenever authorities demand proof of caste
- Only in exceptional cases of apparent fraud established through independent material evidence
- At the discretion of district officials
- When applicants fail to provide documents within one month
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The brief states that denial should only occur 'in exceptional cases of apparent fraud established through independent material evidence,' not routinely or at administrative discretion.
- Only Indian sovereignty is recognized
- Only Chinese sovereignty is recognized
- The territories are shown with Indian and Chinese 'unspecified' claim lines
- The territories are shown as jointly administered
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The brief explicitly states the UN map 'depicts Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin as territories caught between Indian and Chinese 'unspecified' claim lines,' reflecting ongoing territorial disputes.
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