Today's UPSC Current Affairs (2026-06-13) — 10 Handpicked Stories

Illustration about International Relations: The strategic environment in the Middle East has sharply deteriorated, impacting Indian maritime security. U.S.

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Donald Trump accuses Iran of attacking Indian ships; Tehran rejects charge as ‘baseless’

The strategic environment in the Middle East has sharply deteriorated, impacting Indian maritime security. U.S.

Strait of Hormuz Chabahar Port Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs)

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Illustration about International Relations: Amidst ongoing conflict in West Asia, a potential peace deal between the United States and Iran is anticipated, accordin

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West Asia war LIVE: U.S.-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours, says Pakistan PM

Amidst ongoing conflict in West Asia, a potential peace deal between the United States and Iran is anticipated, according to the Pakistani Prime Minister. However, tensions remain high, evidenced by the US downing Iranian drones targeting commercial vessels in the [Strait of Hormuz] and ongoing Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, highlighting the fragile and volatile nature of the region.

Strait of Hormuz Chabahar Port

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Illustration about Polity & Governance: Despite India's advancements in digital welfare delivery, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) face significant exclusion du

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Equality of treatment for Persons with Disabilities

Despite India's advancements in digital welfare delivery, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) face significant exclusion due to a fragmented and discretionary pension system dependent on state domicile. The author advocates for a centrally mandated Minimum Universal Disability Pension Floor Rate (MUDPFR) and a National Disability Pension Authority to transform disability support from charity to a fundamental citizenship right.

Article 21 Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 Article 41+2 more

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Illustration about International Relations: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting France for a bilateral summit and to attend the [G7] leaders' summit in Evian.

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Modi heads to France today: How trust has underpinned India-France ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting France for a bilateral summit and to attend the [G7] leaders' summit in Evian. The visit highlights the enduring 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' between India and France, built on decades of strategic trust and cooperation in critical sectors like defense, space, nuclear energy, and increasingly, technology and innovation.

G7 Pokhran-II VivaTech Summit+2 more

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