Daily Current Affairs — 26 March 2026
4 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
U.S. Researchers bet on Hybrid, GMO to make Wheat Profitable
Context Hybrid wheat is finally becoming more widely available, and genetically modified varieties may launch in the U.S. within a few years. What are GM crops?
Lok Sabha Passes Finance Bill 2026
Context The Finance Bill, 2026 was passed by the Lok Sabha marking a significant step in concluding the Union Budget process for the 2026-27 financial year. What is the Finance Bill? The Finance Bill is a Money Bill that gives effect to the taxation and financial proposals of the Union Government.
Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF-General Administration) Bill
Context The Parliament started discussion on the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF-General Administration) Bill. Major Highlights of the Bill Aim: To regulate recruitment, deputation, promotion, and other service conditions for the paramilitary officers. The bill will retain dominance of IPS officers on deputation in the five CAPFs: the Border Security Force (BSF), the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), the Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and th
Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026
Context The Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes changes to foreign funding rules, compliance norms, and transparency for recipient entities. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes changes to foreign funding rules, compliance norms, and transparency for recipient entities. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes changes to foreign funding rules, compliance norms, and transparency for recipient entities.