Daily Current Affairs — 08 July 2026
Daily Current Affairs · 08 July 2026
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UPSC Current Affairs MCQ — 08 July 2026
10 UPSC-standard bilingual MCQs covering today's top stories · 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.
Environment
Climate Change Impact on India’s Dairy Sector
A study published in Scientific Reports has found that climate change-induced heat stress is significantly reducing milk production in the…
- The Heat and Humidity Trap: Temperatures exceeding 38C combined with relative humidity above 70% (typical during the July-August monsoon overlap)…
- A single unit increase in PET slashes milk yield by roughly 1.4 liters per buffalo per day.
- Without aggressive adaptation, this loss is projected to hit 15 million tonnes by the 2050s.
- When lactating animals cross their thermal comfort threshold
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- Animals divert metabolic energy from milk production towards thermoregulation through panting and sweating, causing milk yields to decline by 20–30%.
- Elevated body temperatures also increase cortisol levels
- Prolonged heat stress also weakens immunity, increasing livestock vulnerability to pathogens and parasites and raising farmers' veterinary expenses.
- Buffaloes (Extremely Vulnerable): Dark skin and fewer sweat glands reduce heat dissipation
- Cross-Bred Cattle (Highly Vulnerable): High metabolic heat production and poor adaptation to tropical heat make them susceptible to heat stress.
- Indigenous Cattle (Highly Resilient): Bos indicus breeds such as Sahiwal
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Economy
Digital Transformation of India’s Dairy Sector
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) has spearheaded the digital transformation of India's dairy sector by implementing integrated platforms…
- National Digital Livestock Database: The National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM) was launched to create a unified ecosystem called Bharat Pashudhan
- Automatic Milk Collection System (AMCS): It digitizes daily milk collection by recording quantity
- NDDB Dairy ERP (NDERP): This comprehensive enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform covers Finance
- Information Network for Animal Productivity & Health (INAPH): Captures real-time data on breeding
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- Semen Station Management System (SSMS): It manages the entire bull lifecycle
- Internet-based Dairy Information System (i-DIS): It is a centralized platform for data collection
- Milk Route Optimisation using GIS: A free, web-based dynamic GIS tool provides route planning and optimisation for milk collection and distribution…
- Global Position: India continues to maintain its position as the world's largest producer of milk since 1998 (followed by the US and Pakistan)
- India ranks 49th in milk exports. New Zealand is the world's largest exporter of milk and dairy products
- About: The White Revolution refers to India's dramatic increase in milk production and is synonymous with Operation Flood
Which statement correctly describes Digital Transformation of India’s Dairy Sector?
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Economy
Gross Value Added
According to the provisional data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO)
- In February, the NSO had pegged year-on-year GVA growth rates in the first three quarters at 5.4%, 4.8% and 4.5%, respectively.
- However, the latest estimates saw significant downward revisions in the GVA data pertaining to the first three quarters to 4.8%, 4.3% and 3.5%…
- The revisions combined with dull performance in the fourth quarter ultimately lowered the overall annual GVA growth estimate for 2019-20 by as much…
- The significant revisions in GVA data point to a deeper weakness in the service sectors
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- Financial, Real Estate and Professional Services contributes almost one-fourth of the overall GVA.
- Q1, Q2 and Q3 growth has been cut from 5.7%, 5.8% and 5.9%, respectively to 3.5%, 4.1% and 4.3%, respectively.
- These services contribute almost 20% to GVA and are the second largest component of GVA.
- The Public Administration sector's Q1, Q2 and Q3 growth have been revised from 8.7%, 10.1% and 9.7%, respectively, to 7.7%, 10.9% and 10.9%.
- In 2015, India opted to make major changes to its compilation of national accounts and decided to bring the whole process into conformity with the…
- It describes a coherent, consistent and integrated set of macroeconomic accounts in the context of a set of internationally agreed concepts…
Which statement correctly describes Gross Value Added?
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Economy
Poshan Abhiyan
Poshan Abhiyaan aims to improve nutritional outcomes through technology, cross-sectoral convergence, and community involvement.
- About: It is a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Women and Child Development, launched on 8th March 2018 in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan
- Objectives: It aims to reduce stunting, under-nutrition, anaemia (among young children, women and adolescent girls) and reduce low birth weight by…
- Strategic Pillars: It operates through four strategic pillars: Quality Services: Strengthens health services via ICDS
- Cross-Sectoral Convergence: Integrates ministries like Water & Sanitation for holistic nutrition
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- Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0: It is also known as Mission Poshan 2.0
- To create awareness relating to malnutrition among pregnant women and lactating mothers.
- To reduce the incidence of anaemia among young children, adolescent girls and women.
- To promote the consumption of millets, coarse cereals and unpolished rice.
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Environment
Methane Emissions
Methane, a crucial fuel for domestic and industrial applications, becomes a major environmental hazard when released uncontrolled from landfills, threatening India's climate objectives and urban ecological health.
- Satellite data show India's landfill methane emissions are far higher than estimated
- Satellite monitoring, ground validation, and integrated policies enable precise methane hotspot detection, supporting effective waste management…
- About: Methane is a chemical compound with the molecular formula CH₄, consisting of one carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms
- Physical Properties: It is odourless, colourless, tasteless, and lighter than air
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- Applications: As the main constituent of natural gas (typically 80–95%)
- As per India's 3rd Biennial Update Report to the UNFCCC
- Natural Sources: Wetlands, where organic matter decomposes anaerobically.
- Agricultural Activities: Flooded rice paddies, which create anaerobic conditions, and livestock enteric fermentation, primarily from cattle.
- Combustion and Industrial Processes: Fossil fuel extraction, transport, and combustion. Biomass burning (e.g., wood, crop residues).
- Landfills and wastewater treatment (anaerobic decomposition of organic waste): Approximately 15% of India's methane emissions originate from the…
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📜 Indian History MCQ Quiz · भारतीय इतिहास
10 bilingual MCQs · Indian History · Members Only on YouTube
Today's rotation: Indian History. Take this break between news topics to sharpen the core concept.
Environment
Stubble Burning in India
To address the Delhi pollution crisis, the Supreme Court directed Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh to fill State Pollution Control Board vacancies…
- About: It refers to the practice of setting fire to the leftover straw after harvesting crops like paddy and wheat
- This practice is most prevalent in the states of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh during this period.
- Mono-Cropping Patterns: The minimum support price (MSP) system primarily favors wheat and rice, encouraging mono-cropping patterns
- Air Pollution: Stubble burning releases major air pollutants like PM10
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- Technology and Infrastructure Gaps: Standard combine harvesters leave behind 10–15 cm of stubble
- The high silica content in paddy straw can damage machinery when used as feedstock
- Current policies often emphasize penalties over incentives, discouraging farmers from adopting eco-friendly practices.
- Framework by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM): In-Situ Crop Residue Management: Focuses on managing crop residues on the field using…
- Ex-Situ Crop Residue Utilization: Encourages alternative uses of paddy straw
- Ban and Enforcement: Imposes prohibition on stubble burning through monitoring
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Economy
White Revolution 2.0
Recently, the Ministry of Cooperation unveiled standard operating procedure (SOPs) for White Revolution 2.0, aimed at empowering women farmers and creating job opportunities.
- About White Revolution 2.0: It is an initiative to increase milk production along with empowerment of women and the fight against malnutrition
- White Revolution is also known as 'Operation Flood'.
- It aims to increase procurement led by cooperatives from the present 660 lakh litres per day to 1,000 lakh litres.
- It will foster new cooperatives in panchayats that don't have one for agricultural, fisheries and dairy-related activities.
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- It has been prepared by the Ministry of cooperation in collaboration with NABARD, and National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).
- Women Empowerment: Maximum women are engaged in the dairy sector, generating business worth Rs 60,000 crore in Gujarat alone.
- The initiative will empower women by absorbing them in formal employment as the money will be deposited in their bank accounts.
- It will strengthen the fight against malnutrition by ensuring adequate nutrition for children.
- A new phase, NPDD 2.0, is also proposed under the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying to further the cooperative agenda.
- It allows dairy farmers to access interest-free cash credit via RuPay Kisan Credit Cards and will distribute micro-ATMs to bring financial services…
Which statement correctly describes White Revolution 2.0?
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Economy
Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Recently, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying highlighted the role of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) in the conservation of…
- About: The RGM was launched in 2014 for the development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds
- High Genetic Merit: Enhances genetic merit through bull production via progeny testing, Pedigree Selection and genomic selection, and germplasm import
- RGM implements the National Digital Livestock Mission, to improve data management and service delivery.
- Gokul Grams: indigenous cattle, called Gokul Grams for the promotion and conservation of indigenous breeds.
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- Awards for Farmers: Gopal Ratna Award and Kamdhenu Award to recognize exemplary management of indigenous cattle and herds.
- National Kamdhenu Breeding Centre: A center for scientific conservation and development of indigenous breeds
- E-Pashu Haat – Nakul Prajnan Bazaar: An e-market portal connecting breeders and farmers.
- National Bovine Genomic Center: A center for genomic enhancement to select high-merit bulls using gene-based technology.
- AI is a reproductive technology that involves manually introducing sperm into a female's reproductive tract to achieve pregnancy.
- It is possible to know the pedigree of livestock.
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Economy
Inclusion of Additional Activities in National Livestock Mission
Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved additional activities for the National Livestock Mission (commenced in 2014-15).
- Entrepreneurship establishment for horses, donkeys, mules, and camels with 50% capital subsidy up to 50 lakhs for Individuals, Farmer Producer…
- Entrepreneurs will receive 50% capital subsidy up to Rs
- State government assistance will be provided for fodder cultivation in non-forest land
- Simplification of the Livestock Insurance program, reducing farmer's premium share to 15%, with the remaining premium shared by Centre and State
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Economy
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Livestock Sector
The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has launched the first ever "Credit Guarantee Scheme" under Animal Husbandry Infrastructure…
- Objective: Strengthen credit delivery system and facilitate smooth flow of credit to Micro
- Increase access to finance for un-served and under-served livestock sector
- A Credit Guarantee Fund Trust of Rs. 750.00 crores have been established to provide credit guarantee coverage up to 25% of the credit facilities…
- The scheme offers an interest subvention of 3% on loans obtained from Scheduled Banks or National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC).
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- Borrowers can avail up to 90% of the total project cost as a loan.
- The AHIDF has been set up as MSMEs and Private companies also need to be promoted and incentivized for their involvement in processing and value…
- The AHIDF is a Central Sector Scheme under the Prime Minister's Atma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan stimulus package of Rs.15000 crores for incentivizing…
- Meat processing and value addition infrastructure.
- Breed Improvement technology and Breed Multiplication Farm.
- Setting up of Veterinary Vaccine and Drugs Manufacturing facilities.
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Simple Current Affairs MCQ — 08 July 2026
10 accessible MCQs covering the same topics · great for quick revision
End your study session with these simpler MCQs to lock in recall of today's current affairs.
