UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS 12 May 2026

The current affairs article covers key UPSC-relevant issues across governance, environment, women’s safety, economy, judiciary, and international relations. It highlights concerns over the centralized Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, advocating decentralized waste governance through local bodies. Another major theme is women’s safety in Telangana, focusing on cyber harassment, POCSO cases, and initiatives like SHE Teams. …

The Road to Women’s Safety

Source: THSubject: Women and associated issues Context: A high-profile POCSO case against a Union Minister’s son became a litmus test for Telangana’s judicial impartiality. The Road to Women’s Safety About The Road to Women’s Safety: What it is? The road to women’s safety represents a comprehensive policy and social journey aimed at securing both physical …

NARI 2025 Report

Context: The NARI 2025 report has found that 40% of women in India’s urban areas feel unsafe, with harassment experiences far exceeding official NCRB data. About NARI 2025 report: What it is? The National Annual Report and Index on Women’s Safety (NARI 2025) is a survey-based index covering 31 cities across all states, based on …