25 questions in CAPF 2026 came straight from our Ghatak Series
Our free monthly current-affairs magazine is more than reading material — 25 questions in the UPSC CAPF 2026 paper were directly covered in Ghatak Series editions. Every month is free to download below (Dec 2025 – July 2026).
What is the Ghatak Series? Ghatak Series is New Careers Academy’s free monthly current-affairs magazine for NDA, CDS, AFCAT and CAPF aspirants. Each edition (December 2025 to July 2026) covers defence, international affairs, polity, economy, science & technology and sports, and is free to download as a PDF. 25 questions in the CAPF 2026 exam came directly from these notes. Coverage follows the official UPSC examination calendar published at upsc.gov.in.
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Ghatak Series July 2026 — What’s Inside
Quick answer: The Ghatak Series July 2026 edition is a free 106-page current affairs compilation from NCA Academy covering 25 June to 24 July 2026, built for NDA, CDS, AFCAT, CAPF, SSB, TA, ACC and INET. It carries 70 topics across ten sections — Polity & Governance, Nation & States, Economic Scenario, International Relations, Environment & Ecology, Science & Technology, History, Art & Culture, Social Issues and a Facts-for-revision section.
Key topics in the July 2026 edition
| Section | Topics covered |
|---|---|
| Defence & security | Armed Forces seek higher Agniveer retention • A decade of defence reforms in India • AI-driven warfare and future combat readiness |
| International relations | India–Australia civil nuclear cooperation • India–New Zealand roadmap to 2030 • India–Indonesia relations • India–Seychelles relations • World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO) |
| Polity & governance | National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Act 2025 • Internet shutdowns in India • National Commission for Minorities • Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 |
| Economy | India’s rising inflation • World Bank income classification — India remains lower-middle-income • National Investment Policy for Urea 2026 |
| Environment | Assam floods and flood management in India • India’s water conservation drive • sustainability in India’s textile future |
| Science & technology | China’s helium export ban and supply-chain vulnerability • Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA) • Poshan Tracker |
| Schemes & welfare | Viksit UDAN next phase • NIPUN Bharat Mission • Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization • National Academic Depository |
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Compiled by Dhaliwal’s New Careers Academy, Mohali — established 1967. Coverage window: 25 June to 24 July 2026.
Ghatak July 2026 — FAQs
What does the Ghatak Series July 2026 current affairs PDF cover?
The July 2026 edition covers 25 June to 24 July 2026 across 106 pages and 70 topics, spanning Polity and Governance, Nation and States, Economic Scenario, International Relations, Environment and Ecology, Science and Technology, History, Art and Culture, and Social Issues.
Is the Ghatak Series July 2026 PDF free to download?
Yes. The Ghatak Series July 2026 current affairs compilation is available as a free PDF download from NCA Academy.
Which exams is the Ghatak Series July 2026 edition useful for?
It is built for NDA, CDS, AFCAT, CAPF, SSB, TA, ACC and INET aspirants.
What defence topics are in the July 2026 current affairs edition?
It covers the Armed Forces seeking higher Agniveer retention, a decade of defence reforms in India, and AI-driven warfare and future combat readiness.
Which India bilateral relations are covered in July 2026?
India-Australia civil nuclear cooperation, the India-New Zealand strategic partnership roadmap to 2030, India-Indonesia relations and India-Seychelles relations.
How many pages is the Ghatak July 2026 current affairs magazine?
The July 2026 edition runs to 106 pages and is approximately 5.2 MB.
International Organisations 2026 — Quick Reference for NDA, CDS, AFCAT & CAPF
Quick answer: The most frequently examined international organisations are the UN (founded 24 October 1945, headquartered in New York, 193 member states), WHO (7 April 1948, Geneva, 194 members), NATO (4 April 1949, Brussels, 32 allies), WTO (1 January 1995, Geneva, 166 members) and ASEAN (8 August 1967, Jakarta, 11 members by 2026). India is a member of the UN, WHO, WTO, G20, BRICS, SCO, SAARC, BIMSTEC, Quad, IORA, ADB, IMF, World Bank and FATF — but not of NATO, G7, OECD, ASEAN or OIC.
| Organisation | Founded | Headquarters | Members |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Nations (UN) | 24 October 1945 | New York, USA | 193 |
| UN Human Rights Council | 2006 | Geneva, Switzerland | 47 elected |
| World Health Organization (WHO) | 7 April 1948 | Geneva, Switzerland | 194 |
| World Trade Organization (WTO) | 1 January 1995 (succeeded GATT) | Geneva, Switzerland | 166 |
| NATO | 4 April 1949 (Washington Treaty) | Brussels, Belgium | 32 |
| G7 | 1975 as G6; Canada joined 1976 | No permanent secretariat | 7 |
| G20 | 1999 (finance-minister level) | No permanent secretariat | 20 |
| BRICS | 2006 (first meeting) | No permanent headquarters | Expanded bloc |
| SCO | 15 June 2001, Shanghai | Beijing, China | 10 full members |
| ASEAN | 8 August 1967 (Bangkok Declaration) | Jakarta, Indonesia | 11 by 2026 |
| SAARC | 8 December 1985, Dhaka | Kathmandu, Nepal | 8 |
| African Union (AU) | 9 July 2002 | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 55 |
| Asian Development Bank (ADB) | 19 December 1966 | Mandaluyong City, Manila | 69 (49 regional) |
| FATF | 1989, by the G7 | Paris, France | 40 |
| IAEA | 1957 | Vienna, Austria | UN-affiliated |
Source: NCA Academy, International Organisations & Major Multilateral Meetings, February–July 2026 — 51 entries across 38 pages. Verify current office-holders against each organisation’s official site before the exam.
International Organisations — Frequently Asked Questions
Which international organisations is India a member of?
India is a member of the UN, WHO, WTO, G20, BRICS, SCO, SAARC, BIMSTEC, Quad, IORA, ADB, IMF, the World Bank and FATF. India is not a member of NATO, the G7, the OECD, ASEAN or the OIC.
When was the United Nations founded and where is it headquartered?
The United Nations was founded on 24 October 1945 and is headquartered in New York, USA. It has 193 member states. The UN Human Rights Council, created in 2006, sits in Geneva and has 47 elected members.
Where is NATO headquartered and how many members does it have?
NATO is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. It was established by the Washington Treaty on 4 April 1949 and has 32 member allies. India is not a NATO member.
What is the difference between the G7 and the G20?
The G7 began in 1975 as the G6, with Canada joining in 1976, and has seven advanced-economy members. The G20 was formed in 1999 at finance-minister level and was raised to leaders level later. Neither has a permanent secretariat. India is in the G20 but not the G7.
When was the WTO established and how many members does it have?
The World Trade Organization was established on 1 January 1995 as the successor to GATT. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland and has 166 members.
How many members does ASEAN have in 2026?
ASEAN has 11 members by 2026. It was established on 8 August 1967 through the Bangkok Declaration and is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. India is a dialogue partner, not a member.
Where is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation headquartered?
The SCO Secretariat is in Beijing, China. The organisation was founded on 15 June 2001 in Shanghai and has 10 full members, including India.
Which is the oldest organisation in the UN system?
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), founded in 1865, is the oldest organisation in the UN system by founding date. The Universal Postal Union, founded in 1874, is the oldest UN specialised agency.
What is FATF and how many members does it have?
The Financial Action Task Force was set up in 1989 by the G7 to counter money laundering and terrorist financing. It has 40 members and is headquartered in Paris. India is a member.
Which UN specialised agency is headquartered in London?
The International Maritime Organization (IMO), founded in 1948, is the only UN specialised agency headquartered in London. It deals with shipping safety and prevention of marine pollution.
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Ghatak Series — FAQs
Is the Ghatak Series current affairs magazine free?
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Yes — 25 questions in the UPSC CAPF 2026 paper were directly covered in Ghatak Series current-affairs editions.
Which exams is the Ghatak Series useful for?
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