Forest ServicesDaily Current Affairs — 27 March 2026
27 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Ecological Risks of Microplastics
Context A recent study found that Chennais beaches have fewer microplastics than many global counterparts yet the risk to marine life remains significant. What are Microplastics? Definition: Microplastics are tiny plastic particles or fibres smaller than 5 millimetres, many of which are invisible to the human eye.
Cabinet Approves India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (2031-2035)
Context The Union Cabinet approved India’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for 2031–2035 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Paris Agreement. What are Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)? Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are country-specific climate action plans submitted under the Paris Agreement.
Single-use Plastic Rules 84% of Surveyed Sites in 4 Cities
Context About 84% of 560 locations surveyed across four cities in India continue to use single-use plastic items banned across the country three years ago. Major Findings A field study was conducted at specific locations across Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Guwahati, and Mumbai in 2025. Bhubaneswar recorded the highest availability of banned single-use plastic items at 89% closely followed by Delhi at 86%, Mumbai at 85%, and Guwahati at 76%.
Need For Stronger Regulation of Transboundary E-Waste Trade
Context Thailand seized 284 tonnes of US imported e-waste falsely labelled as scrap metal, highlighting concerns over transboundary hazardous waste and “exporting pollution.” What is E-Waste? E-waste refers to discarded electrical and electronic devices such as computers, circuit boards, mobile phones, and appliances. It contains hazardous materials like lead, mercury, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants.
Use of Technology in research related to health
Source: The Hindu(Page7) | Syllabus: GS2(Health)
India eyes local currency payments for West Asian oil
Source: The Hindu(Page12) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)/GS3(Economy)
Should men get paternity leave in India?
Source: The Hindu(Page9) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
Are India’s forex reserves really ‘adequate to provide cushion against external shocks’?
Source: Indian Express | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
India’s new climate targets are modest but significant
Source: Indian Express | Syllabus: GS3(Environment)
Gender identity, now to be decided by the state
Source: Indian Express(Page9) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
Toothless ban: single-use plastic rules 84% of surveyed sites in 4 cities
Source: The Hindu(Page2) | Syllabus: GS3(Environment)
companies designing addictive social media products that harmed a young user’s mental health.
Source: Indian Express(Page11) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance )
India’s Resilient Production Systems in Agriculture
Source: PIB | Syllabus: GS3(Economy )
S-400 deliveries expedited as India enhances air defence
Source: The Hindu(Page4) | Syllabus: GS3(Defence)
What is driving the fall in gold prices?
Source: The Hindu(Page10) | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
West Asia war is a warning. It is also a window to securing India’s energy
Source: Indian Express(Page8) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
Greater access to weight-loss drugs has sparked concerns. Regulatory prudence will be key
Source: Indian Express(Page9) | Syllabus: GS2(Health)
WTO conference begins: What’s at stake for the world body, and for India?
Source: Indian Express(Page11) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)/GS3(Economy)
Panel pitches dedicated force to improve accident response on highways
Source: The Hindu(Page4) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
Iran grants India, 4 others Hormuz passage
Source: The Hindu(Page1) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
President urged not to grant assent to Transgender Amendment Bill
Source: The Hindu(Page6) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
Home Ministry sends 290 takedown notices a day
Source: The Hindu(Page6) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
The key to India’s multi-domain deterrence, capabilities
Source: The Hindu(Page8) | Syllabus: GS2(IR)
Why do we need a living will?
Source: The Hindu(Page7) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
A mislabelling of a Supreme Court handbook
Source: The Hindu(Page8) | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)
FPIs sell a record₹1.1 lakh crore in Indian equities as markets stay fragile
Source: The Hindu(Page12) | Syllabus: GS3(Economy)
changes with the new Income Tax rules
Source: Indian Express | Syllabus: GS2(Governance)