Daily Current Affairs — 7 March 2026
24 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
India’s New GDP Series: Key Implications for the Economy
Context Recently, the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) came out with new estimates of Gross Domestic Product, or GDP. About Gross Domestic Product (GDP) It represents the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country’s geographical boundaries during a given period. It is the most widely used indicator to measure the size and performance of an economy.
Quantum Computing
Context At the Raisina Dialogue 2026, the need for early collaboration between scientists and diplomats was emphasized to design governance frameworks for emerging technologies such as quantum computing. What is Quantum Computing? Quantum computing refers to a new class of computers that use the principles of quantum mechanics rather than classical binary logic.
Policy Reforms That Transformed Business Environment
Context Recent policy reforms centred on trust-based governance have significantly improved India’s business environment, reflected in a 27% rise in active registered companies, from 1.55 lakh in 2020–21 to 1.98 lakh in 2025–26. Key Transformational Policy Reforms Startup Ecosystem Development: The Startup India initiative enables eligible firms to obtain recognition from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Recognised startups receive tax benefits, simplified com
IISc launches “Moonshot” Project on Brain Co-processors
Context The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) launched a moonshot project to develop brain co-processors that combine neuromorphic hardware and AI algorithms to enhance or restore brain function. What are Brain Co-Processors? Brain co-processors are advanced devices designed to interact directly with the human brain.
Karnataka & Andhra to Ban Social Media Use by Children
Context Karnataka has announced a ban on social media use by children under 16 in its latest Budget, and Andhra Pradesh is moving to introduce a measure that would prohibit those under 13 to use such service. About It signals the growing momentum in India to protect children from the various harms that social media platforms can cause. Andhra Pradesh has said the state will introduce similar regulations within 90 days.
Rights, justice, action for India’s women farmers
Source: The Hindu(Page6) | Syllabus: GS1(Women Empowerment /GS3(Economy)
Balancing innovation with women’s digital safety
Source: The Hindu(Page6) | Syllabus: GS1(Women Empowerment)
Centre directs refiners to maximise LPG production
Source: The Hindu(Page11) | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
Panel led by MoEF Secretary ‘suppressed’ FSI view on Aravalli, amicus informs SC
Source: Indian express(Page1) | Syllabus: GS3(Environment)
Nearly half of world’s migratory wildlife protected under UN treaty facing population decline, says new report
Source: Indian express(Page2) | Syllabus: GS3(Environment)
Karnataka, Andhra move to ban social media use by children
Source: Indian express(Page1) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
An aimless war is waged as spectacle. We have all devised new strategies of moral evasion
Source: Indian express(Page12) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
Merchant ships stranded near Strait of Hormuz
Source: The Hindu(Page11) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
GDP: Why India is now further away from becoming a $5 trillion economy
Source: Indian express(Page20) | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
India’s Digital Public Infrastructure
Source: PIB | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
204 of 238 Indian cities did not meet air quality standards: CREA
Source: The Hindu(Page2) | Syllabus: GS3(Environment )
Not just oil and gas, the West Asia conflict is hitting core Indian industries
Source: Indian express(Page17) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
Lok Sabha to debate resolution on the removal of Speaker
Source: The Hindu(Page3) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance )
India has enough fertilizer stocks for kharif, says Centre
Source: The Hindu(Page11) | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
US F-1 visas for Indian students drop 69% in June-July 2025: Data
Source: Indian express(Page15) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
U.S. ‘allows’ India to buy Russian oil for 30 days
Source: The Hindu(Page1) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
India must ask U.S. why it is targeting our ships, says Iran
Source: The Hindu(Page4) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
India denies assisting U.S. Navy in attack on Iran’s ship IRIS Dena
Source: The Hindu(Page4) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
‘Scientists, diplomats must discuss evolution of quantum computing’
Source: The Hindu(Page5) | Syllabus: GS3(Science and Tech)