Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- News Current Affair currently ranks #2279 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1872, first reached on Jul 24, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.7.9, shipped on Sep 3, 2026 (today) — release #26 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | #2279 |
| 2026-08-31 | #2148 |
| 2026-07-31 | #2008 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 100 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | revolutionwp |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.7.9 |
| Versions released | 26 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-03 |
| Added to directory | 2025-05-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.5+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
The News Current Affair Theme is an exceptional, professional-grade solution designed for modern news websites, online newspapers, and digital magazines, making it perfect for everything from breaking news portals to investigative journalism blogs. This news WordPress theme caters to journalists, editorial teams, media houses, and independent publishers, enabling them to effectively share stories about global events, political analysis, financial updates, lifestyle trends, technology innovations, and more. Its versatility extends to sports journalism, travel news, and cultural reporting, allowing publications to engage diverse audiences. Built with a focus on speed, SEO optimization, and user engagement, it features customizable homepage sections for top stories and trending news, along with integrated ad spaces and live news tickers. The responsive design ensures captivating reading experiences on any device, while clear typography and intuitive navigation enhance readability. With social media integration and multilingual capabilities, this news portal WordPress theme supports a wide range of content, making it the ultimate choice for anyone looking to create a comprehensive platform that resonates with readers interested in various stories.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use News Current Affair?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is News Current Affair?
As of September 4, 2026, News Current Affair ranks #2279 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1872.
When was News Current Affair last updated?
News Current Affair was last updated on September 3, 2026 (version 1.7.9). It has shipped 26 releases in total.
Who makes News Current Affair?
News Current Affair is developed by revolutionwp. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2025.
