CivilsIASPrep.comUPSC Current Affairs for 2026-10-14
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- Drought report: On southwest monsoon, drought in Karnataka and Andhra PradeshEnvironment and Disaster Management · Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh face severe drought after deficient southwest monsoon, with both states seeking central assistance.
- How does the U.S.-Russia diesel deal impact India | ExplainedInternational Relations and Economy · U.S. President Trump announced a deal allowing Russia to sell diesel to the U.S. and global markets, followed by an 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine.
- Explained | RBI’s worries about pressure on rupee and measures to curb volatility in forex marketEconomy · RBI issued two circulars on October 10, 2026, imposing measures to curb forex market volatility amid geopolitical tensions and oil price fluctuations.
- China says it doesn’t recognise U.T. of Ladakh; spars with India over naming geographical featuresInternational Relations · China rejected India's standardisation of 28 geographical feature names in Ladakh, calling it illegal and void.
- Former Supreme Court judge calls for constitutional safeguards to ensure ECI’s independencePolity · Former Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph called for constitutional safeguards for ECI appointments and service conditions.
- Andhra Pradesh better prepared for cyclones 12 years after Hudhud, say officialsDisaster Management · On International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, Andhra Pradesh highlighted improved cyclone preparedness 12 years after Cyclone Hudhud.