Weekly Current Affairs: 6–12 March 2026 – Quick Revision Guide

Stay updated with the most important developments of the week (6–12 March 2026) covering UPSC, State Services, Banking, RRB, and SSC exams. This summary focuses on major national and international events, policies, and government initiatives.

6 March 2026

Raisina Dialogue 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Raisina Dialogue 2026 in New Delhi. The theme of this edition was “Samskara: Assertion, Accommodation, Advancement.”

• India’s premier conference on geopolitics & geoeconomics.

• Hosted by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs.

• Brings global leaders, policymakers, and strategic experts together to discuss international challenges.

IISc Moonshot Project

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) launched a groundbreaking project to develop AI-powered brain co-processors.

• Combines neuromorphic hardware with AI to enhance or restore brain functions.

• Targets cognitive and motor rehabilitation, especially for stroke survivors.

• Core technologies include Brain–Machine Interfaces (BMI), neuromorphic computing, neural recording, and closed-loop AI feedback.

Lok Sabha Speaker Removal

• The Lok Sabha may take up a resolution to remove the Speaker for allegedly partisan conduct.

• Procedure: 14-day notice required; Speaker can defend but cannot cast a tie-breaking vote.

• Tenure: Continues in office even after dissolution until the new Lok Sabha elects a Speaker.

7 March 2026

Essential Commodities Act

• Invoked amid the oil crisis following Israel-U.S. strikes on Iran.

• Oil refining companies directed to prioritize LPG for domestic consumers.

• The 2020 amendment limits regulation to extraordinary situations like sharp price rises or hoarding.

Minuteman III Missile Test (USA)

• Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launched by the US.

• Nicknamed the “doomsday missile”, speed: Mach 23, range: 9,600 km.

• Never used in combat; stored in fortified underground silos.

8 March 2026

International Energy Agency (IEA) & India

• India opted out of IEA’s strategic oil release to stabilize global crude prices.

• Holds 5.33 million tonnes of strategic oil reserves (currently 80% filled).

• Imports nearly 88% of crude, mostly through the Strait of Hormuz; Russia remains the top supplier.

SHINE App

• Launched by Indian Railways for women employees to report sexual harassment.

• Ensures confidentiality and quick redressal under Visakha guidelines (1997).

• Integrated with HRMS and Employee Self Service portals.

9 March 2026

Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS)

• India’s chairmanship strengthens global diamond governance.

• Focus on preventing conflict diamonds in the global market.

• India is the world’s largest diamond cutting and polishing hub ($13.3 billion exports in 2024–25).

RBI Open Market Operations (OMO)

• RBI purchased ₹50,000 crore of Government Securities (G-Secs) to inject liquidity.

• G-Secs are risk-free, tradable instruments issued by the Central or State Governments.

Exercise LAMITIYE-2026

• Joint military exercise between India and Seychelles.

• Focus: semi-urban operations, sub-conventional warfare, and peacekeeping.

• Enhances cooperation and interoperability between armed forces.

10 March 2026

Natural Gas (Supply Regulation) Order, 2026

• Four-tier priority system for gas allocation amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions.

• PPAC sets pooled prices for gas diverted from non-priority to priority sectors.

• Lower-priority sectors like petrochemicals face cuts to support critical users.

Impeachment Motion Against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)

• Motion requires support from 100 Lok Sabha members or 50 Rajya Sabha members.

• Removal follows two-thirds majority in both Houses and Presidential approval.

11 March 2026

Defence Forces Vision 2047

• Released by the Ministry of Defence, roadmap for a future-ready Indian military.

• Focus areas: multi-domain operations, AI, cyber, space, autonomous systems, and jointness among Army, Navy & Air Force.

• Initiatives: Integrated Theatre Commands, Defence Industrial Corridors, indigenous production push, DAP 2020 reforms.

Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0

• Union Cabinet approved extension till 2028.

• Goal: Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) for every rural household.

• Digital monitoring via Sujalam Bharat, each village assigned a unique ID.

• Funding: 90:10 (NE/Himalayan states), 100% UTs, 50:50 others.

12 March 2026

OBC Creamy Layer Ruling

• Supreme Court: Income alone cannot determine creamy layer status.

• PSU/private sector salaries now included; ensures equality under Articles 14, 15 & 16.

• Prevents elite capture of reservation benefits; impacts civil services eligibility.

International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026

• Declared by FAO; women now 42% of India’s agricultural workforce.

• Challenges: unpaid labor, land ownership, wage gap, digital divide.

• Opportunities: high-value crops, organic farming, digital platforms (e-NAM, advisory apps).

Fiscal Health Index 2026

• Top-performing state: Odisha; low-performing: Punjab, West Bengal, Kerala.

• NE & Himalayan states evaluated separately; Arunachal Pradesh tops.

• Policy recommendations: increase revenue mobilization, capex ≥5% GSDP, debt <30% GSDP.

Conclusion

This week’s current affairs (6–12 March 2026) covered key developments in geopolitics, defence, national security, governance, energy, and socio-economic reforms, making it highly relevant for SSB interviews, GTO tasks. Aspirants preparing for SSB, CDS, UPSC, and Defence Services exams can use this as a quick revision tool to strengthen their awareness of strategic initiatives, defence policies, and national issues—critical for discussion, leadership tasks, and situational judgment.

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