Welcome to eSachivalayam.in Student Corner. Here are the most important Daily Current Affairs 27 March 2026, carefully selected for APPSC, SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, Railway, and Banking exam aspirants. Today’s edition covers UDAN Scheme, IVFRT, Gujarat UCC, FCRA Amendment, Balakrishna IFFD Award, Agnikul Cosmos, Sports, and much more — with Exam Points, Quick Revision, FAQs, and 10 Practice MCQs.
🏛️ National Affairs Daily Current Affairs 27 March 2026
1 Modified UDAN Scheme Approved with ₹28,840 Crore Outlay
The Union Cabinet approved the Modified UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) Scheme with a total outlay of ₹28,840 crore, to be implemented over 10 years (FY 2026-27 to 2035-36). The original UDAN scheme was launched in 2016 under the Ministry of Civil Aviation to make air travel affordable for common citizens. Under the modified version, Viability Gap Funding (VGF) support has been extended from 3 years to 5 years. The scheme targets 100 new airports and 200 modern helipads in remote areas. As of February 2026, 663 routes have been operationalised across 95 airports, heliports, and water aerodromes, carrying over 1.62 crore passengers. Special focus is given to Northeast India, hill regions, islands, and remote districts for last-mile connectivity.
📌 Exam Point
- UDAN Full Form: Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik
- Launched: 2016 | Ministry: Civil Aviation
- Modified UDAN Outlay: ₹28,840 crore
- Duration: 10 years (FY 2026-27 to 2035-36)
- VGF extended: 3 years → 5 years
- Target: 100 airports + 200 helipads
2 IVFRT Scheme Extended Till 2031 with ₹1,800 Crore Budget
The Union Cabinet approved continuation of the IVFRT (Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration and Tracking) Scheme for five more years from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031 with a budget of ₹1,800 crore. IVFRT is a Central Sector e-Governance project under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). It connects 117 Immigration Check Posts (ICPs), 15 FRROs, and 854 Foreigners Registration Offices (FROs) in a single database. Currently 91.24% of e-Visa applications are cleared within 72 hours. The new IVFRT 3.0 phase will focus on emerging technology, mobile services, and self-service kiosks. The scheme was originally approved on May 13, 2010 under the National e-Governance Plan.
📌 Exam Point
- IVFRT Full Form: Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- First approved: 2010 | New phase: IVFRT 3.0 (2026-2031)
- Budget: ₹1,800 crore
- e-Visa cleared in 72 hrs: 91.24%
- Connected: 117 ICPs, 15 FRROs, 854 FROs
3 Gujarat Becomes 2nd State to Pass Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill
The Gujarat Legislative Assembly passed the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code, 2026 under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, making Gujarat the second state after Uttarakhand to enact UCC. The law provides a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships irrespective of religion. Scheduled Tribes (STs) are exempted from the law as per constitutional protections. Registration of live-in relationships is made mandatory under the new law. This is a landmark step towards implementing Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, which mentions UCC as a Directive Principle of State Policy (DPSP). The law applies to all Gujarat residents irrespective of where they are currently living.
📌 Exam Point
- 1st state UCC: Uttarakhand | 2nd state: Gujarat
- Gujarat CM: Bhupendra Patel
- UCC covers: Marriage, Divorce, Succession, Live-in
- Constitutional Article: Article 44 (DPSP)
- Exempted: Scheduled Tribes (STs)
4 FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 Introduced in Lok Sabha
The Union Government introduced the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha. The original Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) was first enacted in 1976, then replaced in 2010, and further amended in 2020. FCRA aims to regulate the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions to prohibit activities detrimental to national interest. The 2020 Amendment prohibited sub-granting of foreign funds, mandated Aadhaar identification, and required a designated SBI account in New Delhi for foreign fund receipts. The new 2026 Amendment Bill is expected to further tighten the regulatory framework around foreign funding to NGOs and organizations in India. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) administers the FCRA. NGOs must obtain FCRA registration or prior permission to receive foreign contributions legally.
📌 Exam Point
- FCRA Full Form: Foreign Contribution Regulation Act
- First enacted: 1976 | Replaced in: 2010
- Administering Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
- Key 2020 changes: Ban on sub-granting, Aadhaar mandatory, SBI account in Delhi
- Bill introduced in: Lok Sabha
5 Finance Bill 2026 Passed in Lok Sabha
The Finance Bill 2026 was passed in the Lok Sabha, completing the Budget process for FY 2026-27. The Finance Bill gives legal effect to taxation proposals in the Union Budget including income tax changes, GST amendments, and other fiscal measures. It is a Money Bill under Article 110 of the Indian Constitution. Only the Lok Sabha has the power to pass a Money Bill — the Rajya Sabha can only make recommendations. The new Income Tax Rules 2026 have been notified and will take effect from April 1, 2026. The Finance Bill is introduced by the Finance Minister every year along with the Union Budget.
📌 Exam Point
- Finance Bill 2026: Passed in Lok Sabha
- Nature: Money Bill (Article 110)
- New Income Tax Rules effective: April 1, 2026
- Money Bill: Only Lok Sabha can pass it
6 Nandamuri Balakrishna Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at IFFD 2026
Telugu film actor and politician Nandamuri Balakrishna received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the IFFD 2026 (International Film Festival of the Deaf). Nandamuri Balakrishna, popularly known as Balayya or NBK, is the son of legendary Telugu actor and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR). He is a celebrated actor in Telugu cinema with over four decades of contribution to the film industry. Balakrishna currently serves as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Hindupur constituency, Andhra Pradesh. This award is a recognition of his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema and his cultural legacy in Telugu society. This is an important news for APPSC and state-level competitive exams.
📌 Exam Point
- Award: Lifetime Achievement Award at IFFD 2026
- Recipient: Nandamuri Balakrishna (NBK / Balayya)
- IFFD Full Form: International Film Festival of the Deaf
- Father: NTR (Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao) — legendary actor & former AP CM
- MLA from: Hindupur constituency, Andhra Pradesh
🌏 International Affairs
7 WTO 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaounde, Cameroon
The 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) is being held in Yaounde, the capital of Cameroon. The WTO Ministerial Conference is the highest decision-making body of the WTO and meets at least once every two years. WTO was established on January 1, 1995, replacing GATT (General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade). India actively participates to safeguard its trade interests. Key topics include agricultural subsidies, e-commerce, intellectual property, and fisheries subsidies. WTO Director-General is Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala from Nigeria. WTO headquarters is at Geneva, Switzerland.
📌 Exam Point
- MC14 Venue: Yaounde, Cameroon
- WTO established: January 1, 1995 (replaced GATT)
- Highest body: Ministerial Conference
- WTO DG: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (Nigeria)
- WTO HQ: Geneva, Switzerland
8 India Hosts 12th GLOBE Network Steering Committee Meeting
India hosted the 12th Steering Committee Meeting of the GLOBE Network in New Delhi. The GLOBE Network is an international anti-corruption platform that facilitates cooperation among law enforcement agencies across borders. India joined in 2022, represented by the CBI and Enforcement Directorate (ED). The Secretariat is at UNODC (United Nations Office on Drug and Crime), Vienna, Austria. India’s anti-corruption asset recovery stands at $5.6 billion. The meeting focused on cross-border investigations and building an encrypted communication platform for member agencies. The network was initially discussed at the G20 Summit 2020 in Saudi Arabia.
📌 Exam Point
- GLOBE Network: International Anti-Corruption Platform
- India joined: 2022 | Represented by: CBI & ED
- Secretariat: UNODC, Vienna, Austria
- India’s asset recovery: $5.6 billion
9 JICA Signs ODA Loan Agreements Worth ₹16,420 Crore with India
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan agreements worth ₹16,420 crore with the Government of India to fund 4 projects across Punjab, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. The four projects: Healthcare (Maharashtra), Climate-resilient Horticulture (Punjab), Bengaluru Metro Rail Phase 3 (44.65 km elevated corridors), and Mumbai Metro Line 11 (17.51 km underground corridor). JICA is Japan’s government agency for ODA loans, technical cooperation, and grants to developing countries.
📌 Exam Point
- JICA: Japan International Cooperation Agency
- ODA Amount: ₹16,420 crore
- Bengaluru Metro Phase 3: 44.65 km elevated
- Mumbai Metro Line 11: 17.51 km underground
🗺️ Andhra Pradesh State Affairs — APPSC Exams
10 Rare Earth Permanent Magnet Plant Operational in Visakhapatnam
A Samarium-Cobalt (Sm-Co) Rare Earth Permanent Magnet (REPM) Plant in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh is now operational with an initial capacity of 500 tonnes per year. India’s target is 5,000 tonnes domestic REPM production by 2030. Demand is projected to double from 4,000 tonnes to 8,000 tonnes by 2030. Rare Earth Corridors have been announced in Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala. These magnets are critical for electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, defence equipment, and electronics. China currently dominates global rare earth production — India’s push reduces import dependence.
📌 Exam Point
- Plant location: Visakhapatnam, AP
- Capacity: 500 tonnes/year
- India REPM target: 5,000 tonnes by 2030
- Rare Earth Corridors: Tamil Nadu, Odisha, AP, Kerala
- Use: EVs, Defence, Wind Turbines, Electronics
11 Ram Navami 2026 Observed — Bank Holiday in Andhra Pradesh
Ram Navami 2026 was celebrated across Andhra Pradesh and India. It marks the birth of Lord Rama, the 7th avatar of Lord Vishnu. It falls on the 9th day (Navami) of Chaitra Shukla Paksha as per the Hindu calendar. Banks in AP remained closed as a gazetted holiday. Lord Rama holds a deeply revered place in Telugu culture. The Lunar Navami Tithi overlapped two days, leading some states to observe the holiday on March 26 and others on March 27, 2026.
📌 Exam Point
- Ram Navami: Birthday of Lord Rama
- Day: Navami, Chaitra Shukla Paksha
- Lord Rama: 7th avatar of Lord Vishnu
- Bank holiday observed in: Andhra Pradesh
💰 Economy & Banking
12 Biogas as Alternative to LPG Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruption
As the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, states like Kerala, Gujarat, and Maharashtra are adopting biogas as an alternative to LPG. Biogas is produced through anaerobic digestion of organic wastes and consists of approximately 60% methane. It is a renewable and dispatchable energy source unlike solar or wind. The Government promotes biogas via the GOBAR-Dhan Scheme (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources). The Strait of Hormuz lies between Iran and Oman and is a critical global oil and gas shipping route.
📌 Exam Point
- Biogas: Produced by Anaerobic Digestion
- Methane content: ~60%
- Government scheme: GOBAR-Dhan
- Strait of Hormuz: Between Iran and Oman
🔬 Science & Technology
13 Agnikul Cosmos Test-Fires 3D-Printed Booster Engine ‘Agnite’
Agnikul Cosmos, a Chennai-based private space startup, successfully test-fired its fully 3D-printed booster engine ‘Agnite’. This is a landmark in India’s private space sector and additive manufacturing (3D printing) in aerospace. Agnikul’s launch vehicle is named Agnibaan, designed as a customizable small satellite launch vehicle. India opened its space sector to private players in 2020. ISRO’s IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre) regulates and promotes private space activities in India.
📌 Exam Point
- Agnikul Cosmos: Chennai-based Private Space Startup
- Engine: Agnite (fully 3D-printed booster)
- Rocket: Agnibaan
- Private space opened: 2020
- Regulator: ISRO IN-SPACe
14 Vayu Baan — India’s Indigenous Air-Launched Drone System
Vayu Baan (Air Arrow) is India’s indigenous Air-Launched Effects (ALE) drone system. ALE refers to drones launched from aircraft to extend strike and surveillance capability in warfare. This is a major step in India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliance) in defence manufacturing. DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) leads the development of such drone systems for the Indian Armed Forces. India’s defence exports have grown significantly under the Make in India initiative.
📌 Exam Point
- Vayu Baan meaning: Air Arrow
- Type: Air-Launched Effects (ALE) Drone
- Launched from: Aircraft
- Initiative: Aatmanirbhar Bharat / DRDO
🏅 Sports
15 Gurindervir Singh Wins Men’s 60m Gold at Inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships
Sprinter Gurindervir Singh (26 years) won the Men’s 60m gold at the inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships held at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar (Odisha). This is a historic milestone — it is India’s first-ever National Indoor Athletics Championship. Kalinga Stadium is one of India’s premier multi-sport venues and has hosted several national and international sporting events. Indoor athletics events provide training continuity during monsoon and adverse weather conditions.
📌 Exam Point
- Event: Inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships
- Venue: Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar (Odisha)
- 60m Men’s Winner: Gurindervir Singh
- Significance: 1st ever National Indoor Athletics Championship in India
16 India Wins Medals at Asia Cup Archery Stage-1, Bangkok
Indian archers won 2 bronze medals and assured at least 5 more medals at the Asia Cup Stage-1 Archery tournament in Bangkok, Thailand. The Archery Association of India (AAI) governs archery in India. Famous Indian archers include Deepika Kumari and Atanu Das, who have represented India at the Olympics.
📌 Exam Point
- Tournament: Asia Cup Stage-1 Archery, Bangkok (Thailand)
- India: 2 bronze + 5 more medals assured
- Governing body: Archery Association of India (AAI)
- Famous Indian archers: Deepika Kumari, Atanu Das
🏆 Awards / Culture / Important Days
17 World Meteorological Day — 23 March 2026
World Meteorological Day is observed on March 23 every year. The 2026 theme was “Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow”. The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) was established on March 23, 1950, headquartered at Geneva, Switzerland. WMO is a specialized UN agency for meteorology, hydrology, and geophysical sciences. India’s national weather body is the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
📌 Exam Point
- World Meteorological Day: March 23
- 2026 Theme: “Observing Today, Protecting Tomorrow”
- WMO established: March 23, 1950
- WMO HQ: Geneva, Switzerland
- India’s body: IMD (India Meteorological Department)
18 World Puppetry Day — 21 March | Tolu Bommalatta of AP Featured in Stamps
World Puppetry Day is observed on March 21 every year, organised by UNIMA (Union Internationale de la Marionnette). The Department of Posts released an 8-stamp set titled ‘Puppets of India’. Among these, Tolu Bommalatta from Andhra Pradesh was featured — a traditional leather puppet art form. Other famous puppetry forms: Kathputli (Rajasthan) and Yakshagana (Karnataka).
📌 Exam Point
- World Puppetry Day: March 21
- Organised by: UNIMA
- AP puppetry: Tolu Bommalatta (leather puppets)
- Stamps: ‘Puppets of India’ — 8-stamp set by Dept. of Posts
⚡ Quick Revision Points Daily Current Affairs 27 March 2026
- Modified UDAN Scheme — ₹28,840 crore, 10 years (FY2026-27 to 2035-36), 100 airports + 200 helipads
- IVFRT 3.0 — ₹1,800 crore till 2031; 91.24% e-visas cleared in 72 hours
- Gujarat — 2nd state (after Uttarakhand) to pass UCC Bill 2026 (Article 44, DPSP)
- FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 — Introduced in Lok Sabha; MHA administers FCRA (first enacted 1976)
- Finance Bill 2026 — Lok Sabha passed; new Income Tax Rules from April 1, 2026
- Nandamuri Balakrishna — Lifetime Achievement Award at IFFD 2026
- Agnikul Cosmos — Test-fired first 3D-printed booster engine ‘Agnite’ in Chennai
- Gurindervir Singh — 60m gold at India’s inaugural National Indoor Athletics, Bhubaneswar
📋 Final Take — Summary in One Liners
- UDAN scheme renewed with ₹28,840 crore — aims to connect India’s remotest corners by air.
- IVFRT 3.0 ensures India’s immigration management stays modern and digitally connected till 2031.
- Gujarat joins Uttarakhand — UCC now a reality in two states under Article 44.
- FCRA Amendment 2026 tightens foreign funding rules for NGOs — MHA oversight strengthened.
- Finance Bill 2026 clears Parliament — New tax era begins April 1, 2026.
- Balakrishna’s IFFD Lifetime Achievement — Telugu cinema recognized on global stage.
- WTO MC14 in Cameroon — India protects its trade interests at the world’s highest trade forum.
- JICA funds ₹16,420 crore — Bengaluru and Mumbai metro projects get Japan’s support.
- Visakhapatnam leads India’s critical minerals race with operational Sm-Co magnet plant.
- Agnite engine test — India’s private space manufacturing enters a new chapter.
❓ Quick Facts (FAQs)
What is the full form of UDAN scheme?
UDAN stands for Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik. It is a regional connectivity scheme under the Ministry of Civil Aviation, launched in 2016.
Which state became the second to pass Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?
Gujarat became the second state in India to pass the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in 2026. Uttarakhand was the first.
What is FCRA and when was it first enacted?
FCRA stands for Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. It was first enacted in 1976, replaced in 2010, and amended in 2020. It regulates foreign contributions to NGOs and organizations in India. The Ministry of Home Affairs administers it.
What is IVFRT and which ministry controls it?
IVFRT stands for Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration and Tracking. It is a Central e-Governance project under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Where was the inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships held?
The inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships was held at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Who is Nandamuri Balakrishna and what award did he receive in 2026?
Nandamuri Balakrishna (NBK/Balayya) is a veteran Telugu film actor and MLA from Hindupur, Andhra Pradesh. He is the son of legendary actor-politician NTR. He received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Film Festival of the Deaf (IFFD) 2026.
What is Tolu Bommalatta?
Tolu Bommalatta is a traditional leather puppet art form from Andhra Pradesh, featured in the Department of Posts’ 8-stamp ‘Puppets of India’ set released on World Puppetry Day (March 21).
What is Vayu Baan?
Vayu Baan (Air Arrow) is India’s indigenous Air-Launched Effects (ALE) drone system, developed under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It is launched from aircraft for strike and surveillance missions.
📝 Practice Zone — 10 MCQs
Q1. The Modified UDAN Scheme was approved with a total outlay of how much?
- A) ₹18,000 crore
- B) ₹28,840 crore
- C) ₹15,000 crore
- D) ₹35,000 crore
✅ Answer: B) ₹28,840 crore
Q2. FCRA was first enacted in which year?
- A) 1966
- B) 1976
- C) 1986
- D) 2010
✅ Answer: B) 1976
Q3. Which state became the second in India to pass the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in 2026?
- A) Rajasthan
- B) Madhya Pradesh
- C) Gujarat
- D) Maharashtra
✅ Answer: C) Gujarat
Q4. Nandamuri Balakrishna received Lifetime Achievement Award at which event in 2026?
- A) IIFA Awards
- B) IFFD 2026
- C) Filmfare Awards
- D) National Film Awards
✅ Answer: B) IFFD 2026 (International Film Festival of the Deaf)
Q5. What is the name of the 3D-printed booster engine test-fired by Agnikul Cosmos?
- A) Agni Spark
- B) Agnibaan
- C) Agnite
- D) AgniShakti
✅ Answer: C) Agnite
Q6. India hosted the 12th Steering Committee Meeting of the GLOBE Network in which city?
- A) Mumbai
- B) Chennai
- C) Kolkata
- D) New Delhi
✅ Answer: D) New Delhi
Q7. The World Air Quality Report 2025 is published by which organisation?
- A) WHO
- B) UNEP
- C) IQAir
- D) WMO
✅ Answer: C) IQAir
Q8. The inaugural National Indoor Athletics Championships was held at which stadium?
- A) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi
- B) Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar
- C) Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- D) Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Hyderabad
✅ Answer: B) Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar
Q9. A Samarium-Cobalt rare earth magnet plant is operational in which city of AP?
- A) Amaravati
- B) Tirupati
- C) Visakhapatnam
- D) Kurnool
✅ Answer: C) Visakhapatnam
Q10. The GLOBE Network Secretariat is located at which organisation?
- A) INTERPOL, Lyon
- B) UNODC, Vienna
- C) UN, New York
- D) WHO, Geneva
✅ Answer: B) UNODC, Vienna
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