Current Affairs · 16 June 2026 · English

India News: Current Affairs for Civil Services

Today's news includes India's stance on UNSC reform, E100 fuel, and more.

India Stance on UNSC Reform

India states that UNSC reform would be a failure if only non-permanent category is expanded

Padho's take — Relevant for International Relations and Diplomacy

GS-2 International Relations Indian Express

E100 Fuel Gets Legal Recognition

India gives full legal recognition to E100, a 100% ethanol blend fuel

Padho's take — Important for Environmental Conservation and Sustainability

GS-3 Environment Indian Express

India-US Relations: Op Sindoor

Op Sindoor conveys that India does not seek war but will not tolerate terrorism

Padho's take — Relevant for International Relations and Geopolitics

GS-2 International Relations Indian Express

NCERT Textbook Controversy

NCERT to restore original 'Dancing Girl' image in school textbook after criticism

Padho's take — Important for Education and Social Issues

GS-2 Social Justice The Hindu — Nat

India's Inflation and Economic Growth

India's inflation and economic growth are being closely monitored by the government

Padho's take — Relevant for Economic Development and Growth

GS-3 Economy PIB India

5 quick MCQs to test yourself

What is the name of the fuel that India has given full legal recognition to?

E10
E50
E100
Biodiesel

Explanation: E100 is a 100% ethanol blend fuel

What is the name of the operation that conveys India's stance on war and terrorism?

Op Peace
Op Sindoor
Op War
Op Terrorism

Explanation: Op Sindoor conveys that India does not seek war but will not tolerate terrorism

What is the category that India believes should be expanded in the UNSC reform?

Non-permanent
Permanent
Both
Neither

Explanation: India states that UNSC reform would be a failure if only non-permanent category is expanded

What is the name of the image that NCERT is restoring in its school textbook?

Dancing Girl
Running Boy
Sitting Man
Standing Woman

Explanation: NCERT to restore original 'Dancing Girl' image in school textbook

What is the current focus of the Indian government in terms of economic growth?

Reducing inflation
Increasing inflation
Maintaining inflation
Ignoring inflation

Explanation: India's inflation and economic growth are being closely monitored by the government

Padho's take

Today's news highlights India's stance on international relations, environmental conservation, and economic growth, making it essential for civil services aspirants to stay updated on these topics.

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