Current Affairs for Competitive Exams

Indian Women's Hockey Team Advances to FIH Nations Cup Semifinals

The Indian women's hockey team has secured a spot in the semifinals of the FIH Nations Cup, delivering dominant performances in the group stages as they prepare for their final pool match against Uruguay.

National Health

Health Ministry Mandates Doctor Prescriptions for All Medicinal Syrups

In a sweeping regulatory change to combat over-the-counter substance abuse and ensure drug quality, the Union Health Ministry has mandated that all medicinal syrups will now require a valid doctor's prescription.

National Economy & Markets

Government Hikes Export Duties on Diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel

The Indian government has increased the windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil and hiked export duties on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) in response to rising global crude prices.

National Economy & Markets

PM Modi to Disburse ₹2,400 Crore Under PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to disburse ₹2,400 crore on June 19, 2026, under the newly launched PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, aimed at incentivizing job creation in the formal sector.

International Science & Technology

India and France Reaffirm AI and Tech Cooperation at VivaTech 2026

During the VivaTech 2026 summit in Paris, Indian and French tech delegations reaffirmed their strategic commitment to collaborating on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and scaling Global Capability Centres (GCCs).

National Science & Technology

FreeStream Technologies Gears Up for National Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Rollout

IIT Kanpur-incubated FreeStream Technologies has appointed Parag Naik as CEO and CTO to spearhead its Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) broadcasting strategy, aiming for a national-scale deployment in late 2026.

International Polity & Governance

EU Leaders Convene in Brussels to Discuss Defense-Heavy 2028-2034 Budget

European Union leaders began a crucial two-day summit in Brussels on June 18, 2026, to negotiate the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028-2034, with a massive proposed shift toward defense and armament funding.

International Environment & Geography

NASA Confirms Strengthening El Niño Event Impacting Global Weather Patterns

NASA's Earth Observatory reported on June 17, 2026, that the El Niño event officially declared earlier in the month is rapidly strengthening, characterized by significant rises in Pacific Ocean surface temperatures.

National Governance

Indian Government Restricts Telegram Access Ahead of NEET-UG Re-examination

In a stringent move to prevent paper leaks, the Indian government has temporarily restricted access to the Telegram messaging app ahead of the highly sensitive NEET-UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21.

International Economy & Markets

U.S. Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates at 3.5-3.75% Amid Elevated Uncertainty

The U.S. Federal Reserve decided to maintain the federal funds rate at 3.5% to 3.75% on June 17, 2026, balancing steady economic expansion with elevated geopolitical uncertainties stemming from the Middle East.

National Economy & Markets

India-UK Free Trade Agreement Set for Implementation on July 15, 2026

After years of extensive negotiations, the comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is officially set to be implemented on July 15, 2026, resolving final hurdles over steel import duties.

International Diplomacy

PM Modi Attends G7 Evian Summit; Focuses on Maritime Security and AI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the G7 Summit in Evian, France, where he held bilateral talks with world leaders including U.S. President Trump, focusing on West Asian stability, maritime security, and trustworthy AI.

International Diplomacy & Conflict

Landmark U.S.-Iran Agreement Reached to End Conflict and Dilute Uranium

In a historic diplomatic breakthrough on June 17, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump and the Iranian President signed a memorandum of understanding in France to end the ongoing war, initiating a 60-day negotiation window.

World International

World Day to Combat Desertification and World Crocodile Day Observed on June 17

June 17 marks the double environmental observance of the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (UNCCD) and World Crocodile Day, highlighting land and species conservation.

India National

NCERT Restores Original Image of Indus Valley Civilization "Dancing Girl" Figurine

NCERT has decided to restore the original photograph of the Mohenjo-daro "Dancing Girl" bronze figurine in Class 9 history textbooks, resolving recent academic controversies.

India National

Ooty's GRAPES-3 Telescope Achieves Breakthrough in Tracking Cosmic Rays and Muons

The GRAPES-3 telescope in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, has successfully tracked the impact of solar magnetic fields and atmospheric temperature on cosmic-ray muons, aiding solar storm predictions.

World International

India and Japan Adopt Rules of Implementation for the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM)

India and Japan have officially adopted the Rules of Implementation for the Joint Crediting Mechanism, operationalizing bilateral carbon credit transfers and green technology diffusion.

World International

PM Narendra Modi Joins 52nd G7 Summit in France, Highlights AI Governance and Global South

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 52nd G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, speaking on Global South partnerships, technology transfers, and ethical AI frameworks.

India National

Government Restricts Telegram Platform Ahead of NEET-UG Re-Examination

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has temporarily restricted Telegram operations following concerns of leakages and cheating rackets prior to the June 21 NEET-UG exam.

India National

India's Goods Exports Touch Record High of $45.2 Billion in May 2026

India’s merchandise goods exports reached a record monthly high of $45.2 billion in May 2026, driven by strong performance in engineering goods, electronic items, and petroleum products.

India National

Central Government Extends Tenures of Ravi-Beas and Krishna Water Disputes Tribunals

The Central Government has extended the terms of the Ravi & Beas Waters Tribunal and the Krishna Water Disputes Tribunal by one year to resolve inter-state water sharing issues.

World International

India and Slovakia Elevate Bilateral Relations to Comprehensive Partnership

India and Slovakia have formally elevated their bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit, focusing on defense, trade, and digital technology.

World Australia

Indian Air Force Confirms Participation in Australia's Exercise Pitch Black 2026

The Indian Air Force will join Exercise Pitch Black 2026, a biennial multi-national air combat drill hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force. This engagement aims to improve tactical cooperation and regional interoperability among partners across the Indo-Pacific theatre. IAF to participate in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia Australian High Commissioner says the exercise is an opportunity to strengthen regional interoperability across the Indo-Pacific

India National

RBI Data Shows 13.9 Percent Sales Growth for Private Corporate Sector in Q4

RBI data for 3,266 listed companies shows a 13.9% year-on-year sales jump in Q4 2025-26. While manufacturing and non-IT services posted robust growth, surging raw material costs—up 18.3%—are squeezing profit margins. Manufacturing firms nevertheless improved their debt-servicing capacity, with the Interest Coverage Ratio reaching 9.5.

India Uttarakhand

ED Attaches ₹13.83 Crore in Uttarakhand Scholarship Fraud Case

The Enforcement Directorate has attached ₹13.83 crore in assets linked to private educational institutions in Uttarakhand. These entities allegedly misappropriated government scholarship funds by filing fraudulent claims using ghost student identities. ED attaches ₹13.83 The ED alleges that educational institutions fraudulently obtained scholarship funds released by the Social Welfare Department of the Uttarakhand government by showing ineligible, non-genuine, and non-verifiable students as beneficiaries.

India Ladakh

Restored Leh Spring Increases Daily Water Capacity to Five Lakh Litres

The restoration of a historic spring in Leh has increased the city's water supply capacity from 3 lakh to 5 lakh litres per day. The project addresses groundwater depletion caused by unplanned urban construction. Once Leh's Only Drinking Water Source, Historic T The spring-fed water body, which once supplied drinking water to the entire Leh city, had fallen into disuse amid unplanned construction. Its restoration has boosted capacity from 3 lakh to 5 lakh litres.

India National

SEBI Issues Unified Trading Norms for Exchange Traded Funds

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced a new framework on June 15, 2026, to standardize trading mechanics for Exchange Traded Funds. These guidelines cover base price determination, price bands, and call auctions during pre-open sessions, alongside a defined close-out procedure for unsettled trades.

India National

Combined Impact of Heatwaves and Ozone Linked to Rising Cardiac Deaths

A peer-reviewed study confirms a link between heatwaves and elevated surface ozone levels in driving cardiac mortality across India. During heatwaves, ozone concentrations in northern regions hit 85–110 μg/m³, surpassing the World Health Organization’s 70 μg/m³ limit. In 2024, approximately 830 excess cardiac deaths occurred during peak heatwave events compared to baseline days.

India National

Supreme Court Orders Tamil Nadu to Surrender 151 Vacant NEET-SS Seats

The Supreme Court has mandated the Tamil Nadu government to surrender 151 vacant super speciality medical seats to the All India Quota. This directive prevents these specialized seats from remaining unfilled after state counseling rounds, ensuring they remain accessible to qualified candidates nationwide through the central pool.

India National

RBI Finalizes New Rules on Financial Product Marketing and Sales Conduct

The Reserve Bank of India has finalized amendment directions governing how banks and NBFCs market and sell financial products. Effective January 1, 2027, the new rules directly target misleading practices, including the use of digital 'dark patterns' and the conduct of Direct Selling Agents (DSAs). These mandates apply across various regulated entities, ranging from commercial and rural banks to non-banking financial companies, ensuring stricter oversight of both physical and digital sales channels.

World France

52nd G7 Summit Begins in Évian-les-Bains

World leaders gathered in Évian-les-Bains, France, on June 15, 2026, for the 52nd G7 Summit. The meeting follows a peace deal between the United States and Iran. G7 Summit 2026 begins in Évian: Key leaders, dates, and venue details World leaders have convened at Évian-les-Bains, France, for the 52nd G7 Summit, amid heightened geopolitical tensions following a historic peace deal between the United States and Iran.

India National

UPSC Releases Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 Results, Shortlisting 13,343 Candidates

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced the results for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 on June 15, 2026. A total of 13,343 candidates have been shortlisted to appear for the Civil Services (Main) Examination. UPSC Prelims 2026 Result OUT LIVE: 13,343 Candidates Shortlisted For Mains, Direct Link To Download PDF UPSC Prelims 2026 Result Date Live Updates: The result PDF will display the name and roll numbers of the candidates who clear the.

India National

RBI Places Mogaveera Co-operative Bank Under Strict Operational Restrictions

Effective June 12, 2026, the RBI has capped withdrawals at Mumbai's Mogaveera Co-operative Bank at ₹1,00,000. Invoking Section 35 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the regulator has prohibited the bank from issuing loans, accepting fresh deposits, or selling assets without prior approval for a six-month period.

India National

Nine States Offer ₹21,600 Crore in Securities via RBI Auction on June 16

Nine state governments and union territories, including Maharashtra and Rajasthan, will raise an aggregate of ₹21,600 crore through a securities auction on June 16, 2026. Conducted via the RBI’s E-Kuber system, the sale includes both new yields and re-issuances. Retail investors can participate through the RBI Retail Direct portal.

India National

Ministry of Defence Signs ₹449 Crore Deal with Accord Software for Navy Jammers

On June 10, 2026, the Ministry of Defence signed a ₹449 crore contract under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category with Bengaluru-based Accord Software and Systems. The deal procures 20 ECGNSS Jammers for the Indian Navy.

India National

Bureau of Indian Standards Releases First National Standard for Community Seed Banks (IS 20201:2026)

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released IS 20201:2026, the country's first national standard for Community Seed Bank (CSB) Management. This voluntary standard aims to preserve indigenous crop varieties and boost biodiversity.

India National

ICAR Launches "Oilseeds Kisaan Mitra" Multilingual AI WhatsApp Chatbot for Farmers

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched 'Oilseeds Kisaan Mitra,' a WhatsApp-based multilingual AI advisory platform (+91 4024598180). Developed by ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad, the tool provides 24/7 agricultural guidance.

India National

Odisha Government Announces Free Education from Kindergarten to Postgraduate Level

On June 12, 2026, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a historic policy to provide completely free education from Kindergarten to Postgraduate level in all government-run institutions across the state.

India National

Supreme Court Declares Homemakers "Nation Builders," Valuation Set at ₹30,000 Minimum Notional Income

In a historic verdict delivered on June 11, 2026, the Supreme Court of India recognized homemakers as "nation builders." The Court ruled that unpaid domestic work must be economically valued, setting a minimum notional monthly income of ₹30,000.

India National

NFHS-6 Reports India's Total Fertility Rate Stabilized Below Replacement Level at 2.0

The Union Health Ministry officially released the National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6) report on May 29, 2026. The findings confirm that India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has stabilized at 2.0, dropping below the replacement level of 2.1.

India National

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.

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