Current Affairs for Competitive Exams

Zojila Tunnel Project Reaches Milestone with Final Excavation Breakthrough

The strategic Zojila Tunnel project achieved its final excavation breakthrough on June 9, 2026. Once operational, the 13.15-kilometer tunnel will provide crucial all-weather road connectivity between Srinagar and Ladakh.

India National

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026: Understanding the NGO Regulations Controversy

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes the creation of a Designated Authority to vest and manage assets of NGOs whose registration is cancelled or expired, sparking a debate on civil society autonomy.

India National

DRDO Successfully Flight-Tests Next-Generation RudraM-II Anti-Radiation Missile

DRDO and the IAF successfully flight-tested the indigenous RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from a Su-30MKI fighter jet off the coast of Odisha, validating its hypersonic anti-radiation capabilities.

India National

Supreme Court Rules Married Daughters Eligible for Compassionate Appointments: Strikedown of Gender Bias

In a landmark ruling in the Kulsum Nisha case, the Supreme Court of India held that excluding married daughters from compassionate appointments is discriminatory and arbitrary under Articles 14 and 15 of the Constitution.

India National

NITI Aayog 11th Governing Council Meeting: Key Policy Focus Areas for Cooperative Federalism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog with all 28 State Chief Ministers in attendance, focusing on district-level GDP estimates, energy security, and human development.

India National

Supreme Court Rules Homemakers Unpaid Work Worth At Least ₹30,000 Per Month: A Landmark Legal Recognition

In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India ruled that the unpaid domestic labor of homemakers must be valued at a minimum of ₹30,000 per month when calculating compensation in motor accident claims, recognizing them as "nation builders."

World International

World Health Organization Declares Global End to the Mpox Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared an end to the Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) for Mpox, citing a sustained decline in global cases and successful vaccination campaigns.

India National

SEBI Mandates T+0 (Same-Day) Settlement for Top 1000 Listed Companies

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced that the T+0 (same-day) trade settlement cycle will be mandatory for the top 1,000 companies by market capitalization starting October 2026.

India National

Ministry of Defence Inks Rs 15,000 Crore Deal for Next-Gen Corvettes

The Indian Ministry of Defence signed a landmark Rs 15,000 crore contract with Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) for the acquisition of six Next-Generation Corvettes (NGC) for the Indian Navy.

World International

Global Peace Index 2026 Released: Iceland Retains Top Spot, India Ranks 120th

The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) released the Global Peace Index 2026, ranking Iceland as the most peaceful country, while India showed a slight improvement to rank 120th out of 163 countries.

India National

India Overtakes Japan to Become World's Third Largest Auto Market in 2026

India has officially surpassed Japan to become the world's third-largest automobile market, driven by a surge in domestic EV sales and robust government subsidies.

World International

UN General Assembly Adopts Historic Resolution for Global Plastics Treaty

The UNGA overwhelmingly passed a resolution to finalize a legally binding international treaty to end plastic pollution, including marine environments, by December 2026.

India National

ISRO and NASA Confirm Launch of NISAR Satellite for October 2026

The $1.5 billion NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission has a confirmed launch window of October 2026 from Sriharikota, aimed at unprecedented Earth observation.

India National

Cabinet Approves PMAY-Urban Phase 3 with Rs 2.5 Lakh Crore Outlay

The Union Cabinet sanctioned Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U) 3.0, aiming to construct an additional 30 lakh affordable houses with a budget of Rs 2.5 lakh crore over five years.

World International

European Central Bank Cuts Key Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points

For the first time in nearly five years, the ECB has cut its main interest rates by 25 bps to 4.25%, signaling a shift in monetary policy as Eurozone inflation cools to 2.2%.

India National

NITI Aayog Releases Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2026: Gujarat Tops Again

Gujarat has topped the 3rd edition of NITI Aayog's Export Preparedness Index 2026 with a score of 82.35, followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, underscoring its robust export infrastructure.

India National

India to Host 18th COP to the UNCCD in New Delhi

India has been officially selected to host the 18th Conference of Parties (COP18) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in November 2026.

World International

G7 Summit 2026 in Italy: Leaders Sign Landmark AI Regulation Pact

The 52nd G7 Summit concluded in Apulia, Italy, with leaders signing the "Apulia Declaration on Artificial Intelligence" and committing a $50 billion loan to Ukraine funded by Russian assets.

World International

China's Chang'e-6 Mission Retrieves First-Ever Lunar Far-Side Samples

China made history as its Chang'e-6 lunar probe successfully returned to Earth with approximately 2 kg of rock and soil samples from the unexplored far side of the Moon.

India National

India Successfully Test-Fires Canisterised Agni-Prime Ballistic Missile

The SFC and DRDO successfully conducted a flight test of the new-generation Agni-Prime ballistic missile from APJ Abdul Kalam Island, validating its dual redundant navigation systems.

India National

RBI Maintains Repo Rate at 6.5% for 8th Consecutive Review in June 2026

The RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted 5:1 to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 6.50% to ensure inflation aligns with the 4% target while supporting economic growth.

National Appointments

IFS Officer Vipul Appointed as India's Next Ambassador to Saudi Arabia

Indian Foreign Service officer Vipul has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, a critical diplomatic posting given the deep economic, energy, and diaspora ties between the two nations.

National International Relations

Indian Student Anshul Kuncha Shot Dead in Philadelphia

An Indian student, Anshul Kuncha, was shot dead in Philadelphia, United States, after being lured by a suspected fake pizza delivery call. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and concern over safety of Indian students abroad.

International Science & Technology

Geomagnetic Storm Watch Issued After Solar Flare; Auroras Possible Over Northern India

NOAA has issued a G2-G3 geomagnetic storm watch following an M1.9-class solar flare, with the coronal mass ejection expected to reach Earth between June 7–8, 2026, potentially impacting satellites and making auroras visible in northern India.

National Governance & Infrastructure

National Awards for e-Governance 2026 Recognize 17 Projects Including Agri Stack and TRINETRA

The National Awards for e-Governance 2026 have been announced, recognizing 17 projects and initiatives across seven categories, including the Agri Stack digital platform, Mahakumbh 2025 management system, and TRINETRA AI-based surveillance system.

National Polity & Governance

Six Bombay High Court Additional Judges Made Permanent

The President of India has appointed six additional judges of the Bombay High Court as permanent judges, effective June 6, 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening the judiciary and addressing case backlogs.

National Environment

World Oceans Day 2026: India Focuses on Marine Conservation and Plastic Pollution

India observed World Oceans Day on June 8, 2026, with widespread campaigns across government agencies, schools, and environmental organizations focusing on marine ecosystem conservation and combating plastic pollution in the oceans.

International Science & Technology

NVIDIA and SK Hynix Announce Multi-Year Partnership for AI Memory Solutions

NVIDIA and South Korea's SK hynix have announced a multi-year technology partnership focused on advancing memory solutions specifically designed for AI data centers and infrastructure.

National Governance & Infrastructure

Amit Shah to Launch Land Port Management System (LPMS) on June 9

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to launch the Land Port Management System (LPMS) on June 9, 2026—a digital platform to integrate operations at land ports for improved cross-border trade efficiency, security, and transparency.

National Economy & Markets

Government Issues Income-Tax Ordinance to Exempt FII Interest on Government Securities

The Government of India promulgated the Income-Tax (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, on June 5, exempting interest and capital gains earned on government securities by Foreign Institutional Investors and the Bank for International Settlements from income tax.

National Defence & Security

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Highlights India's Self-Reliance in Defence Manufacturing

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has emphasized India's significant strides toward self-reliance in the defence sector, noting that most military equipment is now manufactured domestically, with Lucknow emerging as a key hub for defence production.

National Awards & Honors

Major Abhilasha Barak Wins UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award

Indian Army officer Major Abhilasha Barak has been named the 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year for her work with UNIFIL in Lebanon. She is India's first woman combat helicopter pilot and the third Indian to receive this honor.

National Appointments

Neelkanth Mishra Appointed India's Executive Director at World Bank

The Government of India has appointed economist Neelkanth Mishra as the Executive Director at the World Bank for a three-year term. He will represent India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka.

National Economy & Markets

Domestic LPG Cylinder Price Hiked by ₹29; Delhi Rate Now ₹942

The government has increased the price of a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cooking gas cylinder by ₹29 effective June 7, 2026, taking the Delhi rate to ₹942. This is the second hike in 2026, with cumulative increases reaching ₹89.

National Polity & Governance

INDIA Bloc 'Janbandhan' Meeting Held in Delhi; DMK and AAP Skip

The Opposition's INDIA bloc convened a high-stakes meeting in New Delhi on June 8, 2026, with 23 parties in attendance. However, the DMK and AAP both skipped the event, exposing cracks in alliance unity.

National Economy & Markets

India Records 7.7% GDP Growth in FY 2025-26, Q4 Surges to 7.8%

India's GDP grew by 7.7% in FY 2025-26 according to provisional estimates, with the fourth quarter registering a robust 7.8% growth—up from 7.1% in the previous fiscal year.

National Economy & Markets

Indian Stock Markets Plunge Over 900 Points as Iran-Israel Conflict Reignites

The BSE Sensex crashed by over 900 points on June 8, 2026, as renewed military hostilities between Iran and Israel triggered a global risk-off sentiment, surging crude oil prices, and a weakening Indian Rupee.

International Science & Technology

Apple Unveils Gemini-Powered Siri Overhaul at WWDC 2026

At its WWDC 2026 keynote on June 8, Apple announced a complete overhaul of Siri powered by Google's Gemini AI models, along with iOS 27 Extensions allowing users to choose their preferred AI assistant.

International Sports

R Praggnanandhaa Becomes First Indian to Win Norway Chess Title

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa made history by becoming the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess tournament, finishing with four consecutive wins including two classical victories over world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen.

International Sports

Alexander Zverev Clinches Maiden Grand Slam Title at French Open 2026

Germany's Alexander Zverev secured his first career Grand Slam title at the 2026 French Open, defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli in a five-set final (6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7, 6-1) on June 7, 2026.

International Health

DRC Ebola Outbreak Reaches 488 Cases and 86 Deaths, WHO Declares PHEIC

The World Health Organization has declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern as a Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo reaches 488 confirmed cases and 86 deaths, with cases reported in neighboring Uganda.

International Defence & Security

SIPRI Yearbook 2026: Nuclear-Armed States Including India Continue Arsenal Modernization

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute's 2026 Yearbook warns that all nine nuclear-armed states, including India, are actively modernizing their nuclear arsenals, with India estimated to possess approximately 190 warheads.

International Governance

Han Seong-sook Nominated as South Korea's First Female Prime Minister in Two Decades

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has nominated Han Seong-sook, the former CEO of internet giant Naver, as the country's next Prime Minister—poised to become the first woman to hold the office in 20 years.

International Conflict & Security

Zelenskyy Proposes Freezing Battle Lines, Publishes Open Letter to Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed willingness to freeze the current front lines to end the war, and published an open letter proposing a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Putin, who rejected the offer.

International Diplomacy

Xi Jinping Arrives in Pyongyang for First North Korea Visit in Seven Years

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in North Korea for a historic two-day state visit—his first trip to Pyongyang in nearly seven years—amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in the Korean Peninsula.

International Disaster & Environment

Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake Strikes Southern Philippines, Triggers Tsunami Warnings

A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Mindanao, Philippines, on June 8, 2026, causing building collapses, at least three deaths, and triggering tsunami warnings across Southeast Asia.

International Conflict & Security

Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates: Missile Exchanges Shatter April Ceasefire

A fresh round of missile strikes between Iran and Israel has shattered the fragile ceasefire that had been in place since April 2026, sending global markets into turmoil and raising fears of a wider regional war.

International Relations Global Governance

FATF Continues Monitoring: North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran Remain on the Blacklist

Following its latest plenary session, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has decided to keep North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran on its 'Blacklist' due to significant strategic deficiencies in combating money laundering and terrorist financing.

International Relations Global Summits

Enforcement Directorate Hosts Inaugural BRICS Expert Network Meeting on Asset Recovery

Under India's 2026 BRICS Presidency, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) hosted the inaugural BRICS expert network meeting focused on tracking and recovering assets from cross-border financial crimes.

Science & Technology IT & Software

Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) Celebrates 35th Foundation Day and Tech Summit 2026

The Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) commemorated its 35th Foundation Day by organizing the 'STPI Tech Summit 2026', announcing new Centers of Excellence in emerging technologies.

Science & Technology Space & Astronomy

IIA Researchers Utilize 100-Year Kodaikanal Solar Observatory Data to Map Solar Cycles

Scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have successfully utilized over a century of digitized archival data from the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory to study long-term solar magnetic cycles.

National Initiatives Skill Development

Ministry of Skill Development Launches 'Navachar Mantra' to Support Grassroots Innovators

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has launched 'Navachar Mantra', a new scheme designed to identify, fund, and incubate grassroots innovations in rural India.

International Relations Strategic Partnerships

India and UK Launch Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory in New Delhi

In a major strategic partnership, India and the United Kingdom have jointly launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) in New Delhi to secure essential mineral resources.

National Initiatives Digital Governance

Jan Samarth Portal for Credit-Linked Government Schemes Completes Four Years

The Jan Samarth Portal, a unified digital platform connecting beneficiaries to lenders for credit-linked government schemes, has successfully completed four years of operations.

Environment & Ecology Biodiversity

Endangered Nilgiri Tahr Population Rises to 1,364 in the Western Ghats

A recent census in Tamil Nadu reveals that the population of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr has increased to 1,364, showing a positive trend of 4.68% growth over the previous year.

Environment & Ecology Conservation

Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary Designated as India's Historic 100th Ramsar Site

The Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh has been officially designated as India's 100th Ramsar Site, marking a monumental milestone in wetland conservation.

Economy & Policy Banking & Finance

India's FY 2025-26 GDP Growth Estimated at 7.7%, RBI Retains Repo Rate at 5.25%

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has retained the repo rate at 5.25% while estimating India’s GDP growth for the financial year 2025-26 at 7.7%.

Health Global Health

WHO TB Vaccine Accelerator Forum Convenes as MTBVAC and M72 Enter Final Clinical Trials

The World Health Organization convened a TB Vaccine Accelerator Forum in Geneva, signalling that effective adult and adolescent tuberculosis vaccines—including MTBVAC and M72/AS01E—are within reach for the first time in over a century.

International Relations Global Governance

FATF Retains North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran on the Blacklist After June 2026 Plenary

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) concluded its June 2026 plenary in Paris, retaining North Korea, Myanmar, and Iran on the High-Risk Jurisdictions list (Blacklist) for severe deficiencies in combating money laundering and terrorist financing.

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