NEW The Indian Express Mon 08 Jun 2026 10:36:29 AM

Top 20 UPSC Current Affairs Pointers of the past week | June 1 to June 7, 2026

SUMMARY

The first week of June 2026 saw key developments relevant for UPSC aspirants, including the Reserve Bank of India’s monetary policy review and progress in the India–EU Free Trade Agreement. These events highlighted India’s focus on economic stability, global trade engagement, and strengthening international partnerships.


Relevent For: {"1":"Ancient History","2":"CSAT","3":"Economy","4":"Environment & Ecology","5":"Ethics & Morality","6":"Geography","7":"Internal Security","8":"International Relations","9":"Modern History","10":"Medieval History","11":"Polity & Governance","12":"Science & Technology","13":"Society & Social Justice","14":"World History","15":"Art & Culture","16":"Disaster Management","17":"Current Affairs"}
NEW Hindustan Times Thu 04 Jun 2026 04:56:53 PM

Face authentication protocol successfully implemented in 2026 prelims exam: UPSC

SUMMARY

UPSC implemented face authentication in the 2026 prelims exam to prevent impersonation and ensure exam integrity. The AI-based biometric system verified candidates’ identities in real time across centres, enhancing security, reducing malpractice risks, and marking a major step in India’s digital transformation of competitive examinations nationwide.


Relevent For: {"1":"Ancient History","2":"CSAT","3":"Economy","4":"Environment & Ecology","5":"Ethics & Morality","6":"Geography","7":"Internal Security","8":"International Relations","9":"Modern History","10":"Medieval History","11":"Polity & Governance","12":"Science & Technology","13":"Society & Social Justice","14":"World History","15":"Art & Culture","16":"Disaster Management","17":"Current Affairs"}