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Highlights of June 2nd Week Current Affairs
- RBI cut CRR by 100 bps and repo rate by 50 bps to boost bank lending. This makes borrowing cheaper and helps improve liquidity in the economy.
- 269 million Indians came out of extreme poverty between 2011 and 2023. The poverty rate dropped from 27.1% to just 5.3%, showing major improvement.
- Gross FDI rose 14%, but net FDI slowed due to capital repatriation. FPI inflows also dropped as investors booked profits in the stock market.
- India and Central Asian nations agreed to work on counterterrorism and minerals. They also discussed climate goals and better regional cooperation.
- Puducherry will use NeVA for fully digital Assembly sessions. It supports paperless debates, bills, and member attendance tracking.
- UMEED portal launched to manage and geo-tag Waqf properties online. It aims to prevent misuse and improve use for public welfare.
- BRICS Parliamentary Forum was held in Brazil to improve legislative ties. India will host the next session in 2026 to continue cooperation.
- Canada invited India to the G7 Summit to discuss economic and global issues. This shows India’s growing role in international platforms.
- India opened the world’s highest railway bridge on the Chenab and the Anji bridge. Both improve travel and strategic links in Jammu and Kashmir.
- Monetary Policy Committee now decides repo rates together, not just RBI Governor. It brings more transparency and fair decision-making.
- CJI emphasized that while AI and tech tools can enhance judicial efficiency, they cannot replace the human conscience, empathy, and moral reasoning essential for justice and constitutional values.
- India’s judiciary is leveraging AI, blockchain, OCR, and NLP through projects like eCourts, CIS, and NJDG to reduce pendency and ensure smoother, digitized court procedures across all levels.
- The ₹7,000 crore Phase III of the eCourts Project focuses on full digital transformation, including paperless courts, AI-driven systems, and nationwide access to court services for citizens.
- The India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC), launched during G20 2023, aims to revolutionize connectivity, linking Asia to Europe through multimodal infrastructure and reducing trade time and costs significantly.
- MEC strengthens India’s global trade position by bypassing maritime choke points like the Suez Canal, linking key regions through land, sea, energy, and digital integration with strategic partners.
- The IMEC initiative is integral to India’s Vision @2047, contributing to a $30 trillion economy through improved export logistics, global market access, and enhanced regional partnerships.
- Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan has served over 6 crore women in nine years, significantly reducing India’s Maternal Mortality Ratio through free antenatal care and high-risk pregnancy tracking.
- The Extended PMSMA (E-PMSMA), launched in 2022, ensures better tracking of high-risk pregnant women with up to four sessions monthly and digital alerts for postnatal follow-up.
- ICDRI 2025, held for the first time in Europe, focused on global coastal resilience, bringing together international stakeholders to prioritize climate-adaptive, disaster-resilient infrastructure in vulnerable coastal zones.
- India-led CDRI promotes resilient infrastructure through funding innovation, early warning systems, and global cooperation—aiming for a $10 trillion investment in disaster-ready systems by 2050.
- The SEZ reforms now allow electronics and semiconductor units to start with just 10 hectares of land, down from 50, encouraging next-gen manufacturing and tech investment in India.
- Free-of-cost imports/exports will now be included in the Net Foreign Exchange (NFE) formula under SEZ rules, better reflecting unit viability and true economic performance.
- The Supreme Court ruled narco-analysis tests can only be conducted voluntarily with court permission and cannot serve as the sole basis for a criminal conviction.
- The gig and platform economy is projected to reach 62 million workers by 2047, contributing significantly to job creation across India’s growing informal and digital sectors.
- Gig workers face challenges like job insecurity, lack of healthcare, poor grievance redressal, and gender bias, necessitating urgent reforms, better protections, and formal recognition via legal frameworks.
- India’s NTPC has partnered with SEforALL to chart a clean energy transition roadmap, emphasizing renewable adoption, energy efficiency, and carbon neutrality in line with global sustainability goals.
- Donkey exports from Pakistan have surged due to high Chinese demand for Ejiao, a gelatin-based traditional medicine, raising ethical concerns over animal welfare and rural livelihoods.
- India’s semiconductor push includes four major schemes like DLI and Display Fabs under the Semicon India Programme, aiming to reduce import dependence and boost chip self-sufficiency.
- Schemes like PLI, SPECS, and EMC 2.0 are accelerating domestic electronics production, aiming to make India a global hub in manufacturing and attract multinational investment.
- The UN General Assembly has declared a day to honor women farmers, aiming to boost recognition, rights, and access to resources for women in global agriculture.
- Brazil and France launched ORCA urging nations to include oceans in climate action, with support from Ocean Conservancy and partners, ahead of COP30.
- Oceans absorb 30% CO₂ and 90% excess heat, while blue carbon ecosystems like mangroves outperform forests in carbon storage—vital for climate mitigation.
- India’s Deep Ocean Mission and MISHTI promote marine research and mangrove conservation, aligning with global ocean-focused climate initiatives like MPAs and the UN Ocean Science Decade.
- India’s fertility rate dropped from 5 (1970) to 2 (2025), driven by education and healthcare, yet inequality in reproductive access remains a concern.
- UNFPA urges India to expand SRH services, remove structural barriers, and create inclusive policies ensuring reproductive freedom for all, including marginalized groups.
- 93% of Smart City Mission projects completed; ₹48,000 crore nearly disbursed. SPVs to continue managing digital governance, urban infra, and PPPs post-March 2025.
- FAC approved Dibang dam project in Arunachal Pradesh, risking 2.7 lakh trees, biodiversity loss, and displacement of indigenous Adi and Idu Mishmi communities.
- INCOIS activated SARAT, a homegrown tool predicting drift of ships, oil spills, or debris, aiding maritime rescue through real-time forecasts and HPC systems.
- Israel struck Yemen’s Hodeidah Port, threatening aid flow and maritime stability. The Red Sea conflict escalates amid global concern over trade and humanitarian impact.
- Ukraine’s Saint Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv was reportedly damaged by Russian missiles. UNESCO condemned attacks, calling for protection of cultural heritage in war zones.
- India has halved the Basic Customs Duty on major crude edible oils from 20% to 10% to make domestic refining more competitive and control rising prices.
- India is the world’s top edible oil importer, with palm oil making up 57% of imports, followed by soybean (29%) and sunflower oil (14%).
- The National Mission on Edible Oils – Oil Palm (NMEO-OP) and the NFSM-OS&OP aim to boost oilseed and palm oil production to reduce import dependency.
- Three oilseeds—soybean (34%), mustard (31%), and groundnut (27%)—account for over 90% of India’s total oilseed production.
- The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) has provided 10.33 crore LPG connections, significantly reducing indoor air pollution and improving women’s health and productivity.
- Ujjwala 2.0 introduced relaxed norms like self-declaration for migrant households and aimed to add 1.6 crore more connections by 2022.
- India’s social security coverage rose dramatically from 19% in 2015 to 64.3% in 2025, reaching over 94 crore people and ranking second globally.
- Key welfare schemes like PM-SYM, PMJJBY, APY, and PMSBY have expanded access to pensions, insurance, and healthcare for informal workers.
- FAO’s 2025 review warns that only 29% of deep-sea fish stocks are fished sustainably, with many species facing risk due to slow reproduction and overexploitation.
- The WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies targets illegal and overfishing by banning subsidies for IUU fishing and unsustainable practices beyond national jurisdiction.
- India ranked 131 out of 148 in the Gender Gap Index 2025, with a 64.4% parity score. Political representation of women declined further this year.
- Bangladesh jumped 75 spots to rank 24th, best in South Asia. Global gender parity now stands at 68.8%, still 123 years away from full equality.
- India got its first Interpol Silver Notice to track assets in a visa fraud case. It’s part of a global pilot to fight economic crimes.
- Forced displacement reached 123.2 million people in 2024. Children make up 40% of the displaced globally.
- Displacement leads to food, job, and resource challenges. Global plans now aim to offer long-term support and solutions.
- Iran was censured by the IAEA after 20 years, with findings showing enough enriched uranium for 9 bombs. The move may trigger UN sanctions and escalates tensions with the West.
- The Solar Orbiter, a NASA–ESA mission, captured first-ever images of the Sun’s poles. It will improve predictions of solar activity and help protect satellites and power grids.
- India tested the Rudrastra Hybrid UAV with precision-strike and surveillance capabilities. It supports border security and reflects progress under Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
- RBI conducted a bond buyback to inject liquidity into the banking system. It also helps manage government debt and control bond yields.
- India launched its first Agentic AI system, Kruti, which can perform tasks independently. It marks a shift toward autonomous AI services for real-world use.
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