08 July 2026 Current Affairs

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US-Iran Military Escalation: Oil License Revoked, Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise

US military strikes Iranian targets following ship attacks in Strait of Hormuz; US revokes Iran oil sale license amid escalating regional tensions affecting global oil markets.

UPSCSSCBank

#US-Iran Conflict#Strait of Hormuz#Oil Price Spike#Energy Security#Geopolitical Tension

International Relations

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US Charges Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar in Hardeep Singh Nijjar Murder Case

US federal indictment charges Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar for alleged involvement in June 2023 assassination of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, Canada; FBI offers $50,000 reward.

UPSCSSC

#Organized Crime#Transnational Crime#Extradition#US-India Relations#Khalistani Separatism

International Relations

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India Extends US Lobbying Contract with SHW Partners Through April 2027

India renews lobbying agreement with firm of Trump aide Jason Miller for strategic government relations at significant monthly cost.

UPSC

#US Lobbying#Diplomatic Relations#India-US Relations#Political Access#Government Relations

International Relations

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PM Modi Affirms India's Support for Two-State Solution in Israel-Palestine Conflict

PM Modi reaffirms India's traditional stance supporting Palestinian statehood during Jakarta visit while finalizing defense agreements.

UPSCState PSC

#Israel-Palestine#Foreign Policy#Two-State Solution#Middle East#Diplomatic Position