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Daily Current Affairs – 19 October, 2026

    China’s Beijing to Become ‘Super-Aged’ Society by 2035

    In News

  • Beijing is projected to become a super-aged society by 2035, reflecting China's rapidly ageing population, declining birth rates and increasing life expectancy.

    • What is a Super-Aged Society?

  • Under commonly used demographic classifications, a population is considered an ageing society when people aged 60 and above account for at least 10 per cent of the population.
  • The threshold rises to 20 per cent for an aged society and 30 per cent for a super-aged society.
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    Internet Access as a Fundamental Right for Children

    Context

  • The Supreme Court, while hearing applications concerning the circulation of child sexual exploitation and abuse material (CSEAM) on social media, recognised the right of children to access the Internet.

    • Key Observations of the Supreme Court

  • The Court observed that the right to access and use the Internet is a fundamental right under Article 21 read with Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.
  • Children enjoy constitutional rights irrespective of their age, and their freedom of expression cannot be denied merely because they are minors.
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    Custodial Deaths in India

    Context

  • The Andhra Pradesh High Court (HC) ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged custodial death of Gade Sai Krishna.

    • Major Highlights of the HC Judgment

  • The Andhra Pradesh High Court (HC) held that the State has a duty to enforce the human rights of citizens and provide for a fair and impartial investigation against any person accused of committing a cognizable offence, including their own officers.
  • In certain situations, even a witness to a crime may seek protection, and [they] should be granted protection by the State.
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    U.S.-Russia Diesel Deal

    Context

  • The US President signed an executive order waiving sanctions on Russia and holding off tariffs on countries such as India that buy Russian energy.

    • About

  • The US President used a waiver authority in the recently passed Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, which was intended to cripple Russia's energy sector.
  • It included tariffs of up to 100% on the top five purchasers of Russian oil and gas, which included India, China, Azerbaijan, Slovakia and Hungary.
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    India’s Space Economy to Reach USD 40-45 Billion in 7–8 Years

    In News

  • Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that India's space economy, currently valued at approximately US$9 billion, is expected to reach US$40–45 billion over the next seven to eight years.

    • Key Developments

  • Institutional Reform: The creation of IN-SPACe (2020) as a single-window authorizer and NSIL as the commercial arm has opened the sector to private players. ISRO now focuses on research, exploration and capability building.
  • Policy Framework: The Indian Space Policy 2023 defines roles for ISRO, NSIL and the private sector. The 100% FDI allowed in satellite manufacturing and launch services signals openness to global capital.
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    News In Brief 19-10-2026

    Context

  • An important outcome ofbiofortification research has been the development of coloured potato varieties with enhanced nutritional value.

    • About

  • Hidden hunger remains a major public health challenge despite adequate calorie intake.
  • It occurs when people consume sufficient food but lack essential vitamins and minerals in their diet. 
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