Daily Current Affairs โ 24 July 2026
Daily Current Affairs ยท 24 July 2026
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UPSC Current Affairs MCQ โ 24 July 2026
10 UPSC-standard bilingual MCQs covering today's top stories ยท 10-sec timer per question
Score yourself as you go. Get a feel for how UPSC-level questions are framed around the day's news.
Geography
Assam Floods and Flood Management in India
Assam has witnessed its worst floods in over 60 years
- Floods in India are increasingly driven by a combination of climate change
- Building flood resilience requires integrated river basin management
- Geographical Vulnerability: Assam lies in the Brahmaputra and Barak river basins, with over 50 tributaries draining into them
- Deforestation and soil erosion in upstream catchments increase sediment inflow, reducing river carrying capacity and aggravating floods.
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- Flood Vulnerability in India: India has over 40 million hectares of flood-prone area out of its 329 million hectares of geographical area
- Floods are also increasingly affecting regions previously considered non-flood-prone.
- Concentrated Monsoonal Rainfall: Nearly 75โ80% of India's annual rainfall occurs during the Southwest Monsoon (JuneโSeptember)
- Deposition of silt on riverbeds (aggradation) reduces channel capacity, increasing the frequency of overbank flooding.
- For example, the Kosi River ("Sorrow of Bihar") has repeatedly shifted its course, inundating new floodplains.
- Deforestation and Catchment Degradation: Large-scale deforestation in the Himalayas and Western Ghats increases surface runoff
2. What is the significance of the Dam Safety Act
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Economy
Advancement of the Southwest Monsoon in India
The Southwest Monsoon has set in over Kerala and advanced into most parts of Northeast India, indicating the onset and progress of the crucial rainy season in the subcontinent.
- There are several theories explaining the monsoon
- The tropical monsoon climate is primarily caused by the differential heating and cooling rates of land and sea
- This pressure difference causes winds from the high-pressure region in the Southern Hemisphere (Australia) to blow towards the low-pressure areas
- These winds cross the equator and become the Northwest Monsoon in northern Australia
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Geography
Transboundary Rivers of India
Bangladesh has recently faced severe floods, leading to concerns that the water might be coming from the Dumbur dam in Tripura, India.
- However, the Indian government has clarified that the flooding is caused by heavy rainfall in the larger catchment areas of the Gumti River, whichโฆ
- Gumti River: It is also known as Gomti, Gumati, or Gomati, which originates in Tripura and flows through the district of Comilla in Bangladesh.
- The right bank tributaries of Gumti river include Kanchi Gang
- It is 30 metres in height and generates power that feeds into a grid. Bangladesh draws 40 megawatts (MW) of power from Tripura.
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- It is situated in Gandacherra, near Agartala and is near the Tirthamukh Hydel Project, the source of the Gomati River.
- Formed by the confluence of the Raima and Sarma rivers, it is known for its diverse fish species.
- The lake hosts the annual 'Poush Sankranti Mela' on 14th January every year.
- India-Bangladesh: India and Bangladesh share 54 rivers, with India having the most rivers flowing into the Bay of Bengal via Bangladesh
- Major right-bank tributaries include the Yamuna, Son, Punpun and Damodar
- Son River: Flowing through the Kaimur Range, it covers 487 miles before joining the Ganges above Patna, Bihar.
Which statement correctly describes Transboundary Rivers of India?
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Economy
Indiaโs Disaster Risk Financing
The Union Government recently sanctioned only Rs 260 crore in disaster relief to Kerala following the devastating Wayanad landslides of July 2024, against the State's estimated losses of Rs 2,200 crore.
- This glaring disparity has reignited debates around the weakening of cooperative federalism and the increasing centralisation of disaster-riskโฆ
- 15th Finance Commission (2021-22 to 2025-26): Expanded India's disaster-financing architecture beyond the earlier response-only funds
- The 15th Finance Commission (2021โ26) allocates disaster-management funds primarily on population
- Funded 75:25 (Centre:State) for general States and 90:10 for Northeast & Himalayan States.
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- Covers notified disasters such as floods, cyclones, earthquakes, landslides, etc.
- States may use up to 10% for local disasters based on State-defined norms.
- The annual Central contribution is released in two equal installments as per the recommendation of the Finance Commission.
- NDRF is entirely funded by the Central Government.
- So far, all the States, except Telangana, have initiated the setting up of SDMF.
- The Centre contributes 75% of SDMF for general states and 90% for North-Eastern and Himalayan states
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Geography
Cloudburst, Landslide, and Flash Flood
Torrential rain in Ramban tehsil of Jammu and Kashmir has caused casualties, significant infrastructure damage, and forced emergency relocations.
- Definition: A cloudburst is a sudden, intense rainstorm that results in more than 10 cm of rain in less than an hour over a small area (approximatelyโฆ
- Due to their localised nature, cloudbursts are hard to predict or detect but can unleash sudden, devastating rainfall, leading to flash floods andโฆ
- Orographic Lifting: It occurs when moist air is forced to rise over a mountain range
- Definition: A landslide is the downward movement of rock, soil, or debris on a slope due to gravity
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- Causes: Natural factors like heavy rainfall, earthquakes, and water seepage weaken slopes, while human activities such as deforestation andโฆ
- Landslide Prone Areas: In India, 0.42 million sq
- Examples: In 2024, Wayanad (Kerala) faced significant landslides, while the 2013 Kedarnath (Uttarakhand) landslide caused over 5,700 deaths
- Definition: Flash floods are sudden increases in water levels during or immediately after intense rainfall
- Causes: Flash floods are primarily caused by intense rainfall that overwhelms the soil's absorption capacity and drainage systems
- Additionally, urbanisation with impervious surfaces like roads and buildings increase runoff, reducing water absorption and intensifying flood risks.
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โ๏ธ Indian Polity MCQ Quiz ยท เคญเคพเคฐเคคเฅเคฏ เคฐเคพเคเคตเฅเคฏเคตเคธเฅเคฅเคพ
10 bilingual MCQs ยท Indian Polity ยท Members Only on YouTube
Today's rotation: Indian Polity. Take this break between news topics to sharpen the core concept.
Geography
Chinaโs Dams and Their Effect on Brahmaputra in India
The Brahmaputra River has garnered attention due to concerns over China's hydroelectric projects on the river.
- Alteration of Water Flow: China has been constructing major hydroelectric projects like the Medog Hydro Project in Medog County (Tibet)
- Changes in the water flow could also affect the river's ecosystems in India, including vital wildlife habitats.
- The Brahmaputra supports rich biodiversity, including protected areas like Kaziranga National Park, home to the one-horned rhinoceros
- Origin and Course: The Brahmaputra River originates from the Chemayungdung Glacier in the Kailash range near Mansarovar Lake
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- Drainage: The Brahmaputra basin spans Tibet (China), Bhutan, India, and Bangladesh
- In India Brahmaputra is bounded by the Himalayas (north and west), Patkari hills (east), and Assam hills (south).
- Brahmaputra River is known as the Jamuna River after it is joined by the Teesta River
- The Sunderbans Delta is primarily formed by the combined sediment deposition of the Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers
- Right Bank Tributaries: Lohit, Dibang, Subansiri, Jiabharali, Dhansiri,Manas, Torsa, Sankosh and the Teesta.
- Left Bank Tributaries: Burhidihing, Desang, Dikhow, Dhansiri and the Kopili.
The Brahmaputra River has garnered attention due to concerns over China's hydroelectric projects on the river.
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History
Barak River
Three bodies found floating in Manipur's Barak River, in Jiribam district, are believed to be victims of the ongoing violence in the state.
- Barak River: Originates from the Manipur hills in Senapati district
- The Barak sub-basin drains areas in India, Bangladesh and Burma
Which statement correctly describes Barak River?
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Geography
Kosi-Mechi River Linking Project
The Kosi-Mechi River Linking Project, part of India's ambitious National Perspective Plan (NPP) for interlinking rivers, has become a point of contention.
- The project is aimed at improving irrigation in the region
- About: The project involves linking the Kosi River with the Mechi River, a tributary of the Mahananda River, impacting regions in Bihar and Nepal
- Despite government claims, the project does not have a significant flood control component, which is a major concern for the flood-prone region.
- The project will release only 5,247 cubic feet per second (cusecs) of additional water from the barrage
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- The project's focus on irrigation does not address these immediate and recurring challenges.
- Kosi River: It is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar," originates over 7,000 metres above sea level in the Himalayas
- The Kosi River is formed by the confluence of three main streams: the Sun Kosi, Arun Kosi, and Tamur Kosi
- Mechi River: It is a trans-boundary river flowing through Nepal and India. It is a tributary of the Mahananda River
- It is a part of the Eastern Himalayan river system
- About: NPP was formulated in 1980 by the Ministry of Irrigation (now Ministry of Jal Shakti)
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Geography
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood in Sikkim
Sikkim recently experienced a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)
- Consequently, water was discharged into the downstream regions, causing flooding in the Teesta River and impacting four districts of Sikkim: Manganโฆ
- This flooding also caused the Chungthang Hydro-Dam in Sikkim (on Teesta river) to breach, worsening the overall situation.
- About: A GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood) is a sudden and potentially catastrophic flood that occurs when water stored behind a glacier or aโฆ
- Unlike sturdy earthen dams, these moraine dams can fail abruptly, releasing large volumes of water in minutes to days, leading to devastatingโฆ
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- Climate change, accompanied by rising global temperatures, has expedited the process of glacier melting in the Sikkim Himalayas
- GLOFs can result in catastrophic downstream flooding. They have the potential to release millions of cubic meters of water in a short period of time
- The South Lhonak lake in northern Sikkim is situated about 5,200 meters above sea level
- Notably, seismic activities, including a 2011 magnitude 6.9 earthquake, escalated the GLOF risk in the area.
- Visionary innovator Sonam Wangchuk led the effort, employing High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes to siphon off water from the lake.
- This initiative successfully reduced the lake's water volume by approximately 50%, mitigating the risk to some extent.
Which statement correctly describes Glacial Lake Outburst Flood in Sikkim?
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IR
6th BIMSTEC Summit
Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation, Indo-Pacific Region, Indian Ocean, South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation.
- Also, on the sidelines of the summit, India and Thailand announced to elevate their bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership.
- Vision 2030 Document: The Summit adopted the Summit Declaration and Bangkok Vision 2030
- BIMSTEC Centres of Excellence: India announced establishment of BIMSTEC Centres of Excellence in India
- Also, initiative for linking India's UPI with BIMSTEC payment systems, and operationalizing the BIMSTEC Energy Centre in Bengaluru
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- People-to-People Linkages: India announced initiatives to strengthen cultural and people-to-people ties
- Maritime Cooperation: Collaboration in the Indo-Pacific through frameworks like the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP) and India's Indo-Pacificโฆ
- Defence and Security: Expansion of defence dialogues
- Trade and Economic Engagement: Initiatives to boost bilateral trade
- Cultural and People-to-People Ties: Promotion of educational exchanges
- Science, Technology, and Innovation: Joint cooperation in fields such as renewable energy, space technology, development of digital publicโฆ
Key Highlights of 6th BIMSTEC Summit, Significance of BIMSTEC for Regional Cooperation.
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Simple Current Affairs MCQ โ 24 July 2026
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