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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16 JUNE 2026

The current affairs article highlight major developments in international relations, climate change, environment, security, science, and culture. The proposed U.S.–Iran Preliminary Peace Accord aims to ease tensions in West Asia, stabilize energy markets, and benefit India's energy security. The Planetary Climate Vital Signs Report 2026 warns of worsening global climate indicators and an imminent breach …

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Nabakalebara Ritual

Source:  DH Context: The recent inauguration of the Digha Jagannath Temple in West Bengal has sparked controversy over its designation as “Jagannath Dham” and allegations of using leftover sacred wood from Puri’s Nabakalebara ritual for idol-making. About Nabakalebara Ritual: What is Nabakalebara? Nabakalebara (meaning “new body”) is a sacred ritual associated with Lord Jagannath’s idols in Puri, Odisha. It involves the replacement …

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