UPSC Current Affairs — 25 Sep 2026 Daily Briefing

Friday, 25 September 2026

EDITORIALTRADE POLICY AND ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY

India-New Zealand FTA: Are Small Trade Deals Worth the Effort?

The India-New Zealand FTA will take effect on 20 October. This has renewed debate about whether India should pursue many smaller trade deals alongside major agreements such as the India-EU FTA, as US tariff pressure grows. The India-New Zealand FTA, entering into force on October 20, secures 100% duty-free access for Indian exports and a $20 billion investment commitment while protecting India's dairy sector. For UPSC, this…

Sub TopicTHE INDIA-NEW ZEALAND FTA AND THE CASE FOR MANY SMALL…SourcePIB, THE HINDU, ECONOMIC TIMES…

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EDITORIALELECTORAL INTEGRITY AND INSTITUTIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Should the CEC Resign? Accountability and Protecting a Constitutional Office

A Hindu editorial has demanded the CEC's resignation after the Indian Express investigation into dissent by two Election Commissioners. It comes alongside the Supreme Court's split verdict on the EC appointment law and removal motions filed by the Opposition in Parliament. The Hindu editorial calls for the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, citing severe anomalies and internal dissent over changes to voter registration…

Sub TopicTHE CEC RESIGNATION DEMAND, INTERNAL DISSENT IN THE ECI…SourceTHE HINDU, TIMES NOW, SABRANG…

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India-New Zealand FTA: Are Small Trade Deals Worth the Effort?

Should the CEC Resign? Accountability and Protecting a Constitutional Office