UPSC Current Affairs — 2 October 2026
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UN Sea Level Declaration and India's Coastal Erosion
Why in news: UN declaration highlights global sea level rise and its implications for eroding coastlines.
The UN has issued a sea level declaration addressing the global phenomenon of rising sea levels and its consequences for coastal nations. India, with an extensive coastline, faces significant challenges from coastal erosion linked to these rising sea levels. The declaration underscores the urgency for coastal nations to develop adaptation and mitigation strategies to protect vulnerable populations and infrastructure along their shores.
India's New Fuel-Efficiency Norms for Automobiles
Why in news: New fuel-efficiency norms introduced to regulate carmaker standards and promote EVs.
India has implemented new fuel-efficiency norms designed to standardize performance across carmakers, including implications for small cars and electric vehicles. These regulations aim to improve environmental performance and energy efficiency in the automotive sector. The norms represent a shift in policy framework governing vehicle manufacturing and environmental compliance.
Article 370 Abrogation and J&K's Constitutional Evolution
Why in news: Ongoing discussion about J&K's constitutional status from Article 370 to statehood demands.
Jammu and Kashmir has undergone significant constitutional changes since the abrogation of Article 370. The region's status has evolved through successive constitutional amendments and administrative decisions. Current statehood demands reflect the evolving political and constitutional landscape within J&K, with various stakeholders engaged in determining its future governance structure.
SC/ST Act and Casteist Speech on Social Media
Why in news: Calcutta High Court clarifies that casteist slurs on social media can attract SC/ST Act provisions.
The Calcutta High Court has ruled that casteist slurs and derogatory language against scheduled castes and scheduled tribes posted on social media fall within the purview of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The judgment clarifies that such offensive content, even when posted in public forums online, can invite legal action under the protective statute. This extends the Act's application to digital platforms and modern communication channels.
Special Campaign-6: Administrative Efficiency and Citizen Services
Why in news: Government launches special campaign to strengthen efficiency, cleanliness, and citizen-centric service delivery.
The government has initiated Special Campaign-6 focused on enhancing administrative capacity and service quality. The campaign aims to strengthen three key pillars: dexterity (दक्षता), cleanliness (स्वच्छता), and citizen-centric service provision (नागरिक-केंद्रित सेवा). This initiative represents a broader government push to improve public administration performance and responsiveness to citizen needs.
India's Q2 Growth Projected at 7.3% amid Global Headwinds
Why in news: Finance Ministry projects Q2 FY27 growth while flagging geopolitical and supply-chain risks.
The Finance Ministry has projected India's second-quarter FY27 GDP growth at 7.3 percent, following 7.8 percent growth in Q1. However, the ministry has issued cautionary warnings about multiple external headwinds including geopolitical tensions, supply-chain disruptions, volatile energy prices, and tightening global financial conditions. These external challenges are expected to require sustained policy attention to maintain growth momentum.
September GST Collections Surge 14.7% to ₹2.04 Trillion
Why in news: September GST revenues exceed ₹2 trillion with import-linked revenue growing significantly.
India's Goods and Services Tax collections in September reached ₹2.04 trillion, representing a 14.7 percent year-on-year growth. Import-linked revenue showed particularly strong performance, growing nearly 26 percent and accounting for more than half of the overall increase. This robust tax collection reflects strong economic activity and indicates healthy consumption trends in the festive season period.
Test yourself: today's 5-question sprint
- Supreme Court of India
- Calcutta High Court
- Delhi High Court
- National Human Rights Commission
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The Calcutta High Court ruled that casteist slurs on social media fall within the purview of the SC/ST Act, extending its application to digital platforms.
- 6.8%
- 7.3%
- 8.1%
- 7.8%
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The Finance Ministry projected Q2 FY27 growth at 7.3 percent, following 7.8 percent growth in Q1.
- 11.2%
- 26%
- 14.7%
- 18.5%
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September GST collections rose 14.7% year-on-year to ₹2.04 trillion, with import-linked revenue growing nearly 26%.
- Article 352
- Article 360
- Article 370
- Article 356
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The news item discusses J&K's constitutional evolution since the abrogation of Article 370 and its implications for statehood demands.
- Ministry of Commerce
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of External Affairs
- Ministry of Industry
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The Finance Ministry projected Q2 growth and issued warnings about geopolitical tensions, supply-chain disruptions, volatile energy prices, and tightening global financial conditions.
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