UPSC Key-23rd June 2026: Kheer Bhawani Mela, Right to Walk and Fire Safety in India

At least 15 people were killed in a fire at a commercial building in Lucknow, India. The fire department faced challenges accessing the building due to its narrow staircase and locked doors. The incident highlights concerns about inadequate fire safety infrastructure in urban areas, with a shortage of firefighters and equipment. Trade tensions between India and the US have also been heightened by tariffs imposed on Indian goods. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to meet with United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to finalize a trade deal.