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UPSC Current Affairs Quiz #13 | 17 April, 2026

Q1. Consider the following statements: The "Critical Wildlife Habitat" (CWH) is a category distinct from "Critical Tiger Habitat" (CTH).CWH is processed by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, while...

 April 17, 2026

Iran War Sparks Global Natural Gas Supply Disruption

The outbreak of war in Iran has caused significant disruptions in global natural gas supplies. Key export routes and infrastructure in Iran have been affected, leading to reduced...

 April 17, 2026

Potomac Named America’s Most Endangered River

The Potomac River, which flows through Washington, DC and the Mid-Atlantic region, has been named America’s most endangered river for 2026 by American Rivers. The conservation group cited...

 April 17, 2026

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz #12 | 16 April, 2026

Q1. The Satluj River, upon which the Shongtong-Karcham project is situated, enters India from Tibet through which of the following mountain passes?(A) Shipki La(B) Jelep La(C) Lipulekh Pass(D)...

 April 17, 2026

Byzantine Stronghold Identified at El Monastil

A fortified hilltop complex at El Monastil in southeastern Spain has been identified as a rare Byzantine stronghold from the late sixth century. The discovery suggests direct Eastern...

 April 17, 2026

India Marks 173 Years of First Passenger Train

India marked the 173rd anniversary of its first passenger train, which ran between Bori Bunder in Mumbai and Thane on 16 April 1853. The occasion brought into light...

 April 17, 2026

Advancements in Drone Deployment from Aircraft in Aerial Warfare

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are increasingly deployed from manned aircraft to enhance aerial warfare capabilities. Key military forces globally have tested and operationalised drone launch systems integrated into...

 April 17, 2026

Iran Conflict Disrupts Global Supply Chains Including Healthcare

The ongoing conflict in Iran has caused significant disruptions in global supply chains, affecting multiple sectors including healthcare. Key commodities such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and raw materials...

 April 17, 2026

White House Plans Anthropic Mythos AI Deployment

The White House announced the deployment of Anthropic’s Mythos AI across multiple US federal agencies. The initiative aims to integrate advanced AI capabilities to support government operations. Deployment...

 April 17, 2026

China’s Renaming of Places in Arunachal Pradesh

China has renamed over 50 places in Arunachal Pradesh, a state administered by India, as part of its cultural expansion efforts. The renaming targets towns, rivers, and mountains...

 April 17, 2026

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