Current Affairs for March 26, 2026

Current Affairs for March 26, 2026

• ​Gujarat Adopts Uniform Civil Code (UCC): Gujarat has become the second state in post-independence India to pass a UCC bill, following Uttarakhand.
• ​Trailblazer Award 2026 for Kalpana Soren: The Jharkhand MLA was honored by BRICS CCI for her contributions to women's empowerment in tribal communities.
• ​Passing of Folk Legend Turi Kumeru Govinda Bhat: The veteran Yakshagana artist, a recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, passed away at 89.
• ​Anahat Singh Wins Indian Open Squash: The 18-year-old secured her second consecutive women’s title in Mumbai; Abhay Singh won the men's category.
• ​India Hosts 12th GlobE Network Meeting: New Delhi hosted the steering committee of this global anti-corruption law enforcement network.
• ​Malta to Host 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games: The 8th edition of the games will be held across Malta and Gozo islands for athletes aged 14–18.
• ​Bank of Baroda’s UPI-Linked Overdraft: India's first UPI-linked overdraft facility for women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) was launched by Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
• ​Assam Rifles' 191st Raising Day: Observed on March 24, celebrating the history of the "Sentinels of the Northeast" (established in 1835).
• ​Petroleum & Natural Gas Pipeline Amendment 2026: The Central Government issued a new order to strengthen pipeline infrastructure and streamline land acquisition processes.
• ​Aditya Birla Group Acquires RCB: The industrial group has bought full ownership of the IPL team Royal Challengers Bangalore from United Spirits Limited.