Social — current affairs

The day’s current affairs covered in full — the terms, names and facts UPSC actually asks about, in six languages.

Latest and happening news
All News Polity Economy Geography Environment International Relations Defence Art and Culture History Science & Technology Social
Meningococcal Infection – Health Advisory in Meghalaya

Meningococcal Infection – Health Advisory in Meghalaya

Why in news? The Government of Meghalaya has issued a public health advisory after two trainees at a military centre in Shillong died of suspected men...

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Why in news? Health professionals and educators highlighted Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in late February 2026, emphasising that ...

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation – Seventy‑Five Years of Social Protection

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation – Seventy‑Five Years of Social Protection

Why in news? The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) marked its 75th foundation day in February 2026. At a celebratory event in New Delhi,...

Celiac Disease – An Autoimmune Response to Gluten

Celiac Disease – An Autoimmune Response to Gluten

Why in news? Celiac disease has gained attention as doctors urge greater awareness of this lifelong autoimmune disorder. Many Indians still remain und...

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) – India’s Nationwide Vaccination Drive

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) – India’s Nationwide Vaccination Drive

Why in news? India has launched a national campaign to vaccinate girls aged 14 against human papillomavirus (HPV), a group of viruses that can lead to...

National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO)

National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO)

Why in news? India has registered a landmark increase in organ donation and transplantation, with the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organizatio...

Lakhpati Didi Initiative – Empowering Rural Women

Lakhpati Didi Initiative – Empowering Rural Women

Why in news? The Union Minister for Rural Development has directed officials to accelerate the target of creating 6 crore “Lakhpati Didis” under t...

SAHI and BODH Initiative

SAHI and BODH Initiative

Why in news? The National Health Authority recently announced two programmes – the Strategy for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare for India (SAH...

PM‑DAKSH – Skilling the Marginalised

PM‑DAKSH – Skilling the Marginalised

Why in news? The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has highlighted progress under the PM‑DAKSH scheme, which provides free skill training t...

Ayushman Sahakar Scheme

Ayushman Sahakar Scheme

Why in news? The Ayushman Sahakar scheme has been highlighted for its potential to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in rural and semi‑urban area...

Vidyanjali Initiative – Community Participation in Schools

Vidyanjali Initiative – Community Participation in Schools

Why in news? A new press release highlighted the progress of the Vidyanjali initiative ahead of its second anniversary. Launched in September 2021 und...

Rashtriya Karmayogi Large Scale Jan Seva Programme

Rashtriya Karmayogi Large Scale Jan Seva Programme

Why in news? The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions announced that about 10.5 lakh government employees have been trained under the...

Read it on your phone Today's items offline, your practice streak saved, and a reminder when the day's briefing lands.
Sign in Today’s news
Current affairs Daily news Daily quiz News Blitz Shorts Economic Survey 2025-26 Subjects
Polity Economy Geography Environment History Science & Tech Intl. Relations Internal Security Art & Culture Social Issues
All subjects Exam info UPSC Syllabus Prelims syllabus Mains syllabus Exam pattern Eligibility & attempts OBC & EWS checker Resources Free downloads Booklist 2026 Previous year papers Video notes YouTube channel