June Current Affairs PDF (Full Month of June)

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Highlights of June 2026 Current Affairs

• The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has released a roadmap to build a quantum-safe digital ecosystem in India to protect critical systems from future quantum computing threats.
• Quantum computers using Shor’s Algorithm could break current public-key cryptography, posing risks to banking, defence, government databases, and digital transactions.
• Q-Day refers to the future point when quantum computers become powerful enough to crack existing public-key encryption systems.
• The DST recommends migrating critical sectors such as defence, banking, telecom, and energy to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) by 2029, while other organizations should transition by 2033.
• PQC is a software-based security solution designed to remain secure against both classical and quantum computer attacks with minimal infrastructure changes.
• Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) uses quantum mechanics to exchange encryption keys securely and can instantly detect any interception attempt.
• Scientists using Chandrayaan-2’s DFSAR instrument have found strong evidence of subsurface water ice near the Moon’s south pole, particularly within the Faustini Crater region.
• The study identified that a combination of high Circular Polarization Ratio (CPR) and low Degree of Polarization (DOP) can serve as reliable indicators of buried lunar ice deposits.
• India and Singapore held the 16th Defence Policy Dialogue to strengthen defence cooperation, maritime security, military exercises, and strategic engagement in the Indo-Pacific region.
• According to the WMO, global temperatures are expected to remain at record or near-record levels during 2026–2030, with a 91% chance of at least one year temporarily exceeding the 1.5°C warming threshold.
• NFHS-6 (2023–24) covered around 6.79 lakh households across 715 districts, providing key insights into India’s health, nutrition, and socio-economic indicators.
• Institutional deliveries increased to 90.6%, while mothers completing at least four antenatal care visits rose to 65.2%, reflecting better maternal healthcare access.
• Full immunisation among children reached 87.1%, and childhood stunting declined to 29.3%, showing improvements in child health outcomes.
• Child marriage reduced to 20.1%, contraceptive use increased to 69.1%, and reported domestic violence among married women declined to 22.3%.
• Women’s empowerment improved significantly, with internet usage reaching 64.3%, bank account operation at 89%, and hygienic menstrual protection use at 79.2%.
• Taiwan surpassed India to become the world’s 5th largest equity market, driven largely by semiconductor giant TSMC and growing global demand for AI-related technologies.
• India’s market ranking slipped due to foreign investor outflows, rupee depreciation, geopolitical uncertainties, and limited exposure to the AI-semiconductor value chain.
• The Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) 2024–25 was launched to benchmark port efficiency, improve transparency, and strengthen India’s maritime competitiveness.
• NITI Aayog unveiled a 10-year semiconductor roadmap aiming to capture 10–13% of the global semiconductor market and reduce India’s dependence on chip imports.
• SkyCast, India’s first integrated aviation weather forecasting system, was launched at Delhi airport to improve flight safety, reduce weather-related disruptions, and enhance operational efficiency.
• The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission’s power to conduct Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to ensure accurate and credible voter lists.
• The Court clarified that while the ECI can examine citizenship during voter roll revision, final citizenship decisions rest with the Central Government under the Citizenship Act, 1955.
• Existing voters enjoy a presumption of citizenship, and deletion from electoral rolls does not automatically mean loss of citizenship.
• The India–Oman CEPA has come into force, giving duty-free access to 99% of Indian exports and boosting trade, investment, and professional mobility.
• Oman has opened 127 services sub-sectors to Indian providers, offering major opportunities in IT, healthcare, education, finance, and logistics.
• India will issue its first Blue Bond in FY 2026–27 through Sagarmala Finance Corporation to fund maritime infrastructure and blue economy projects.
• Blue Bonds are sustainable finance instruments dedicated to ocean conservation, coastal resilience, marine ecosystems, and sustainable maritime development.
• At the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore, the United States described India as a “critical anchor” for maintaining balance in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Verily’s Debug Project plans to suppress disease-carrying mosquito populations by releasing Wolbachia-infected male mosquitoes, reducing breeding without pesticides or genetic modification.
• Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers has reopened for the monsoon blooming season, showcasing its UNESCO-listed alpine biodiversity and rich Himalayan ecosystem.
• India amended the Immigration and Foreigners Rules, 2025 to improve monitoring of foreign nationals and simplify registration procedures.
• Foreigners planning to stay in India beyond 180 days must now register before the 180-day period ends, ensuring better compliance.
• India and Australia strengthened defence ties through cooperation in maritime security, defence manufacturing, advanced technologies, and Indo-Pacific stability.
• The MAHA Water Mission was launched to promote research-driven solutions for water security, climate resilience, and sustainable water management.
• India is considering isobutanol-diesel blending as a cleaner alternative biofuel for heavy-duty transport and reducing oil imports.
• A new Wholesale Price Index (WPI) series and Producer Price Index (PPI) will modernise India’s inflation measurement system and align it with global standards.
• Airtel’s 5G network slicing service has sparked debate over whether premium network access could conflict with India’s net neutrality rules.
• The Lavender Festival 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir highlighted the success of the Purple Revolution and growth of India’s lavender industry.
• Assam launched Mission Senehjori to strengthen the Muga silk sector through exports, tourism, GI-based traceability, and farmer support.
• DRDO and the Indian Air Force successfully tested the indigenous RudraM-II anti-radiation missile, enhancing India’s Suppression of Enemy Air Defence (SEAD) capability.
• Senior Advocate V. Mohana became only the second woman to be directly elevated from the Bar to the Supreme Court, highlighting gender gaps in the judiciary.
• Women make up only 2 of the 37 Supreme Court judges, and India has never had a woman Chief Justice.
• The PM Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 was launched to attract Indian-origin researchers from across the world to strengthen India’s R&D ecosystem.
• PMRC will focus on frontier sectors such as AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, biotechnology, cybersecurity, and space technology.
• FSSAI introduced a standardised Vegan Logo, which will be mandatory on certified vegan food products from July 2027.
• Vegan foods contain no animal-derived ingredients such as milk, butter, cheese, honey, or other animal products.
• Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon gained attention after Israeli forces reportedly captured the strategic fortress during operations against Hezbollah.
• The Litani River, Lebanon’s longest river, flows entirely within the country and passes near Beaufort Castle.
• BALTOPS 2026, a major NATO-led naval exercise in the Baltic Sea, is being conducted amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
• BALTOPS is one of NATO’s longest-running maritime exercises, held annually since 1971 to improve naval cooperation and defence readiness
• The Viksit Vibrant Village Programme 2026 was launched to promote youth-led development and community engagement in India’s border villages.
• India strengthened biodiversity conservation through new policies, including the National Biodiversity Strategy and the 30×30 conservation target for 2030.
• India’s forest and tree cover now accounts for about 25.17% of its geographical area, while tiger numbers have risen to 3,682.
• India’s green transformation is driven by ecological conservation, sustainable development, and global climate leadership initiatives.
• Hero MotoCorp launched India’s first mass-market flex-fuel motorcycles, capable of running on ethanol blends from E20 to E85.
• Flex-fuel vehicles can reduce crude oil imports, support farmers through ethanol production, and lower vehicle emissions.
• The State of India’s Environment 2026 report identified Goa as the best-performing state while highlighting concerns over pollution, waste, and groundwater depletion.
• The National Awards for e-Governance 2026 recognized innovative digital initiatives such as Agri Stack, e-Jagriti, and the AI-powered eSanjeevani system.
• The UN General Assembly elected Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for 2027–28.
• India and the UK launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (CMSCO) to improve monitoring and security of critical mineral supply chains worldwide.
• The University of Liverpool received approval to establish a branch campus in Bengaluru, becoming the latest foreign university to enter India.
• The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% while revising growth projections downward and inflation forecasts upward.
• RBI projects India’s GDP growth at 6.6% for FY 2026–27 and CPI inflation at 5.1%, citing global uncertainties and inflationary pressures.
• India recorded a strong GDP growth of 7.7% in FY 2025–26, driven mainly by manufacturing, services, consumption, and investment.
• The manufacturing sector grew by 10.7%, while the services sector expanded by 11%, contributing significantly to economic growth.
• India has exempted foreign investors from capital gains and withholding taxes on government bond investments from April 2026.
• The tax relief aims to attract foreign capital, deepen the bond market, and strengthen the Indian rupee.
• Surha Tal in Uttar Pradesh was declared India’s 100th Ramsar Site, marking a major milestone in wetland conservation.
• Surha Tal, a natural oxbow lake near the Ganga–Ghaghara confluence, is known for its rich bird and wetland biodiversity.
• India continues to promote higher education internationalisation through NEP 2020, foreign university campuses, and global academic collaborations.
• India and Venezuela strengthened ties with discussions on energy, mining, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and critical minerals cooperation.
• Venezuela remains an important energy partner for India, possessing the world’s largest proven crude oil reserves of about 303 billion barrels.
• The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026 has revived concerns over excessive use of ordinance-making powers by the Executive.
• An Ordinance is a temporary law issued by the President under Article 123 when Parliament is not in session and urgent action is needed.
• The Supreme Court has repeatedly held that ordinances are emergency measures and cannot replace the normal legislative process.
• India announced reforms to deepen the Government Securities (G-Sec) market and attract greater foreign investment.
• Foreign investors are now exempt from interest income tax and capital gains tax on investments in government securities.
• The Fully Accessible Route (FAR) has been expanded to include long-term government securities and sovereign green bonds.
• India’s first quantum-safe cryptographic algorithm, Ci2, received C-SAFE recognition, marking a milestone in post-quantum cybersecurity.
• The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, won the 2026 Grammy Award in the Best Audiobook, Narration, and Storytelling Recording category for Meditations.
• The Supreme Court released draft regulations for AI use in courts, ensuring AI remains only an assistive tool under human judicial supervision.
• The draft rules prohibit AI-based sentencing, bail decisions, risk profiling, and the use of non-transparent “black-box” AI systems.
• The Supreme Court sought a readiness report from the Centre, CBSE, and NCERT for implementing the Three-Language Formula in Class 9 from July 2026.
• The Three-Language Formula aims to promote multilingualism, national integration, and preservation of regional languages.
• India is accelerating Ease of Doing Business reforms through digital governance, compliance reduction, and trust-based regulation.
• The government has rolled out E85 fuel at selected OMC outlets to support flex-fuel vehicles and boost ethanol-based clean energy.
• E85 contains about 80–85% ethanol and can significantly reduce greenhouse gas and particulate emissions.
• RBI will bear the full hedging cost on fresh FCNR(B) deposits until September 2026 to attract NRI dollar deposits and support the rupee.
• Microsoft’s Majorana 2 quantum chip uses topological qubits and longer coherence times, advancing fault-tolerant quantum computing.
• The Zojila Tunnel achieved its final breakthrough, paving the way for all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh while improving strategic mobility.
• Kerala’s proposed Project Menstrual Dignity has renewed focus on menstrual health, hygiene, and menstrual leave policies in India.
• Use of hygienic menstrual products among women aged 15–24 has increased to 79.2%, though major rural and economic disparities remain.
• The concept of granting legal personhood to rivers, forests, and ecosystems is gaining attention as a rights-based approach to environmental protection.
• New Zealand and Ecuador are leading global examples of recognising legal rights for nature and ecosystems.
• SIPRI Yearbook 2026 reported global military spending reached a record $2.9 trillion in 2025, marking the 11th consecutive year of growth.
• India ranked as the world’s fifth-largest military spender, with defence expenditure rising to about $92.1 billion.
• The Istanbul Platform was launched to promote zero-waste solutions and strengthen climate action ahead of COP31.
• India–Bangladesh relations face challenges due to trade disputes, visa restrictions, water-sharing concerns, and political changes in Dhaka.
• A powerful earthquake near Mindanao highlighted the Philippines’ vulnerability to seismic activity because of its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
• The Sea of Azov remains strategically important in the Russia–Ukraine conflict as a key maritime route connected to the Black Sea through the Kerch Strait.
• Birsa Munda, known as “Dharti Aaba,” led the Ulgulan movement against British rule and tribal exploitation in the Chotanagpur region.
• His struggle led to the Chotanagpur Tenancy Act, 1908, which protected tribal land rights from transfer to non-tribals.
• The Election Symbols Order, 1968 regulates the allotment and reservation of election symbols by the Election Commission of India.
• Education is a Concurrent List subject, making higher education a key area of Centre–State cooperation and conflict.
• India received a record $110.47 billion in remittances during FY 2025–26, strengthening foreign exchange reserves and external stability.
• Remittances remain a vital support for India’s Balance of Payments, though dependence on overseas labour markets poses long-term risks.
• The Assam Blue Valley Cluster was launched with EU support to promote bioeconomy sectors such as AYUSH, herbal products, and biodiversity-based industries.
• The SAPLING Dialogue 2026 focused on improving food processing, nutrition, and agricultural value chains across South Asia.
• VINIMAY was launched as a digital platform to streamline cargo, passenger, and vehicle movement at India’s land ports.
• The first Made-in-India C-295 military transport aircraft successfully completed its maiden flight, marking a major boost for indigenous defence manufacturing.
• India’s Total Fertility Rate has declined to 2.0, falling below the replacement level of 2.1 and indicating population stabilization.
• Lower fertility rates may lead to an ageing population, labour shortages in some states, and future demographic challenges.
• Nepal remains strategically important for India as a buffer between India and China and a key partner in connectivity and energy cooperation.
• India and Nepal are expanding collaboration in hydropower, with plans to import 10,000 MW of electricity from Nepal over the next decade.
• The National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) Scheme supports SC/ST entrepreneurs through finance, skill development, market access, and procurement opportunities.
• NSSH aims to increase participation of SC/ST-owned enterprises in government procurement and formal economic activities.
• The Sangeet Natak Akademi Ratna is the highest honour in India’s performing arts sector, carrying a cash award of ₹3 lakh.
• Sangeet Natak Akademi has also selected artists for its annual awards and the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar.
• Rail projects such as the Raxaul–Kathmandu Railway are expected to improve India–Nepal trade, tourism, and regional connectivity.
• The Sangeet Natak Akademi, established in 1953, is India’s apex institution for promoting music, dance, drama, and cultural heritage.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 52nd G7 Summit, marking India’s growing role in global governance and international diplomacy.
• India is increasingly viewed as a key voice of the Global South and an important partner in Indo-Pacific security and supply-chain resilience.
• India’s employment rate declined to 38.7% in 2025–26, highlighting concerns over job creation despite economic growth.
• Low female labour-force participation and skill mismatches remain major challenges in India’s labour market.
• The IMD has confirmed the development of El Niño conditions, which are often associated with weaker monsoons and higher temperatures in India.
• El Niño can affect agriculture, water resources, food production, and overall economic stability due to reduced rainfall.
• Project Kusha is an indigenous long-range air defence system being developed by DRDO to strengthen India’s missile defence capabilities.
• Varya, an AI-powered video generation model supported by the IndiaAI Mission, can create videos from text prompts and images.
• Coral translocation has begun in Great Nicobar Island to protect coral reefs and giant clams affected by the proposed mega infrastructure project.
• The Great Nicobar Mega Project aims to develop a transshipment port, airport, township, and power infrastructure while balancing environmental conservation.
• The Supreme Court recognized homemakers as “nation builders” and acknowledged the economic value of unpaid domestic and caregiving work.
• A new compensation category, “Loss of Domestic Care,” was introduced, with a notional value of ₹30,000 per month for deceased homemakers in accident claims.
• India and France adopted the India–France Innovation Roadmap 2030 to strengthen cooperation in AI, research, innovation, and emerging technologies.
• Both countries agreed to expand UPI acceptance in France, including Paris Airport and retail networks in Nice.
• The Indore Declaration 2026 was adopted by BRICS nations to promote food security, climate-resilient agriculture, and digital transformation in farming.
• BRICS launched new initiatives on agro-ecology, regenerative agriculture, digital agriculture, and farmers’ rights in seed systems.
• The first UN-issued carbon credits under the Paris Agreement faced scrutiny over human rights concerns and possible overestimation of emission reductions.
• ZSI identified sites in Great Nicobar for the translocation of corals and giant clams to protect marine biodiversity affected by development projects.
• India’s cotton production has been declining since 2014–15, prompting initiatives such as the Mission for Cotton Productivity and Kasturi Cotton Bharat.
• Three Indian ports—JNPA, Pipavav, and Mundra—ranked among the world’s top 100 container ports in the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) 2025.
• The death of three Indian seafarers in a U.S. strike has raised concerns over the safety of Indian maritime workers in conflict-prone regions.
• India has around 3.5 lakh seafarers and contributes nearly one-sixth of the global merchant shipping workforce.
• A proposed US–Iran peace framework seeks to extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and restart nuclear negotiations.
• Reopening the Strait of Hormuz could improve global energy security and reduce disruptions in international trade.
• The Allahabad High Court expressed concern over the excessive use of preventive detention for ordinary law-and-order issues.
• Preventive detention allows detention without trial to prevent threats to public order, security, or national interests.
• India and China are discussing a joint UNESCO nomination of Xuanzang’s travel account, The Great Tang Records on the Western Regions.
• Xuanzang’s writings remain one of the most important sources for understanding 7th-century India and the reign of Harshavardhana.
• The Global Peace Index 2026 reported the 12th consecutive year of decline in global peacefulness, with India ranked 127th.
• The Department of Justice launched Nyaya Prabodh under the DISHA Scheme to improve legal awareness and access to justice across India.
• The UK will ban social media access for children below 16 from 2027, reigniting debates on age-based regulation in India.
• India’s DPDP Act, 2023 requires parental consent for processing data of children below 18 and restricts targeted advertising to minors.
• India and Japan adopted the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) under the Paris Agreement to promote low-carbon projects and carbon credit sharing.
• The India–Japan JCM will support investments in renewable energy, green hydrogen, energy efficiency, and sustainable transportation.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first Indian PM to visit Slovakia since its independence in 1993.
• India and Slovakia elevated bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Partnership, focusing on defence, technology, education, and labour mobility.
• DRDO successfully tested the indigenous Long-Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM), capable of striking targets beyond 1,000 km.
• LRLACM is the successor to the Nirbhay missile and is powered by the indigenous Manik Small Turbofan Engine.
• The NCR Planning Board approved four new Namo Cities to promote sustainable urbanization and reduce pressure on Delhi.
• The premium Miyazaki Mango, known as the “Egg of the Sun,” gained attention after being successfully cultivated in India and offered to the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
• Nobel laureate Abhijit Banerjee said welfare schemes do not reduce work incentives; studies show cash transfers and asset support often improve productivity and incomes.
• Growing governance failures, exam paper leaks, and accountability concerns are creating a trust deficit between Gen Z and public institutions, highlighting the need for transparency and responsiveness.
• India and Thailand agreed to deepen cooperation in defence manufacturing, technology, and innovation, further strengthening their Strategic Partnership.
• At the 52nd G7 Summit, leaders focused on debt relief, critical mineral supply chains, cancer research, pandemic preparedness, and safer digital spaces for children.
• India restored about 21.76 million hectares of degraded land between 2011 and 2020, surpassing its Bonn Challenge target and sequestering over 461 million tonnes of carbon.
• The iconic Dancing Girl figurine of the Indus Valley Civilization will return to the revised NCERT Class 9 Art textbook, highlighting India’s ancient artistic heritage.
• Discussions on the Anti-Defection Law resurfaced following reports of a political merger, bringing attention to the Tenth Schedule’s two-thirds merger provision.
• Chandrayaan-3 findings revealed that lunar soil at Shiv Shakti Point shares similarities with lunar meteorite ALHA 81005, offering new clues about the Moon’s geological evolution.
• The Kishau Multi-Purpose Dam Project on the Tons River moved forward after resolution of key issues, promising benefits in hydropower generation and water security.
• India launched WT-MARUT, the country’s first digital platform for tracking wind turbine components, aimed at strengthening the domestic wind energy supply chain.
• MeitY temporarily blocked access to Telegram over alleged non-cooperation in the NEET paper leak investigation, reigniting debate on India’s online content-blocking laws.
• Section 69A of the IT Act empowers the Central Government to block online content in the interests of national security, sovereignty, and public order.
• The year 2026 marks 75 years of the First Constitutional Amendment Act, 1951, which significantly shaped India’s framework on reservations, land reforms, and free speech.
• Article 15(4), introduced through the First Constitutional Amendment, laid the constitutional foundation for reservations for SCs, STs, and backward classes.
• The Bonn Climate Change Conference 2026 (SB64) focused on advancing global climate commitments and accelerating action toward 2035 sustainability goals.
• A UN climate report highlighted a 61% rise in marine heatwaves, making them the fastest-worsening climate indicator worldwide.
• India’s reservoirs have the potential to support around 102.18 GW of floating solar capacity, according to the first nationwide assessment by NISE.
• Apollo mission sample analysis reaffirmed the presence of Helium-3 in the Moon’s surface layer, boosting interest in its future energy and scientific applications.
• In the QS World University Rankings 2027, MIT retained the global top spot for the 15th consecutive year, while IIT Delhi emerged as India’s highest-ranked institution.
• India and Russia operationalised the RELOS agreement, enabling reciprocal military logistics support and strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries.
• The United States and Iran signed a 14-point peace framework aimed at reducing tensions, restoring stability, and reviving diplomatic engagement in West Asia.
• The agreement includes a permanent ceasefire, phased sanctions relief, maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and renewed nuclear commitments.
• A Parliamentary Standing Committee noted that India’s public spending on education remains below the NEP 2020 target of 6% of GDP.
• The Committee raised concerns over CUET’s MCQ-heavy format, delays in AISHE data, and the slow progress of the Institutions of Eminence initiative.
• India and France will jointly launch the TRISHNA satellite mission in 2027 for climate monitoring, agriculture, water management, and environmental assessment.
• TRISHNA will provide high-resolution thermal and optical data through a collaboration between ISRO and France’s CNES.
• The World Economic Forum’s Energy Transition Index 2026 ranked India 70th globally, reflecting progress in clean energy deployment.
• India recorded a 24% rise in low-carbon jobs during 2024, with the hydropower sector contributing significantly to green employment growth.
• India criticized the latest Inter-Governmental Negotiations (IGN) Elements Paper, arguing that it weakens the existing consensus on UNSC reforms.
• Indian jurist Bimal N. Patel was elected as a judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for a nine-year term from 2026 to 2035.
• India ranked 131st out of 177 countries in the 2023 Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Index, reflecting concerns over women’s safety, justice, and empowerment.
• India recorded 4.41 lakh crimes against women in 2024, including 29,536 rape cases, highlighting persistent gender-based violence.
• Cybercrimes targeting women increased by 239% between 2017 and 2022, making online safety a growing concern.
• The Constitution promotes fraternity through the Preamble, single citizenship, equality provisions (Articles 14–18), and the Fundamental Duty under Article 51A(e).
• Key threats to fraternity in India include hate speech, caste discrimination, economic inequality, and regional nativism, which weaken social cohesion.
• In Maniyar Iliyaz @ Shaik Riyaz v. P. Ayyappan, the Supreme Court recognized the Right to Walk safely on footpaths as a Fundamental Right under Articles 19 and 21.
• The judgment introduced restitutionary remedies, allowing citizens to seek compensation when unsafe pedestrian infrastructure causes accidents or fatalities.
• According to the FAO’s SOFIA Report 2026, global fisheries and aquaculture production reached a record 235 million tonnes in 2024, with aquaculture contributing 53%.
• India remained the world’s second-largest fish producer after China and ranked first globally in inland capture fisheries production, contributing about 9% of global fish output.
• India’s first commercial-scale Coal-to-Ammonium Nitrate Project was launched in Odisha, using coal gasification technology to produce ammonium nitrate for fertilizers and industrial applications
• UNICEF’s Children’s Climate Risk Report 2026 revealed that nearly 1.1 billion children worldwide face at least three overlapping climate hazards.
• In India, 97% of children are exposed to at least two climate-related hazards, with drought affecting over 96% of them.
• India is considering a Sunset Clause in its interim trade agreement with the US to protect against future policy uncertainty and tariff changes.
• A Sunset Clause automatically expires a law or agreement after a fixed period unless it is renewed.
• The Centre is finalising Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESAs) in the Western Ghats to balance environmental conservation with developmental needs.
• The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world’s eight hottest biodiversity hotspots.
• India became the world’s largest ship-recycling nation in 2025, accounting for 35.4% of global ship recycling activity.
• Alang in Gujarat remains one of the world’s largest ship-recycling hubs and a key contributor to India’s circular economy.
• India’s space sector continues to expand through missions like Chandrayaan-3, Aditya-L1, NISAR, and reforms promoting private-sector participation.
• BGP Hijacking, recently highlighted by Telegram, is a cyber threat where internet traffic is falsely rerouted, enabling interception, surveillance, or service disruption.
• The Ministry of Home Affairs amended FCRA rules to improve transparency, compliance, and monitoring of foreign funds received by NGOs and organisations.
• Organisations must now clearly state their proposed activities and the States/UTs where they plan to operate.
• Associations appointing foreign citizens as key functionaries, except Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), will not be eligible for FCRA registration.
• The definition of key functionaries has been expanded to include trustees, company directors, and Kartas of Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs).
• NGOs seeking FCRA renewal must show utilisation of at least ₹10 lakh in foreign contributions during the previous two years.
• Entities operating under prior permission must spend at least 75% of one instalment before requesting the next tranche.
• Foreign contributions can support religious and educational activities but cannot be used for proselytisation or forced religious conversions.
• Organisations are required to disclose their social media accounts and reveal the original foreign donors behind routed funds.
• Annual FCRA returns must include detailed reports on activities, fund utilisation, and outcomes achieved through foreign contributions.
• The amendments aim to strengthen fund traceability and prevent misuse, though smaller NGOs may face higher compliance burdens and operational challenges.
• Europe is facing an intense early-summer heatwave due to an Omega Block, creating a persistent heat dome over Western Europe.
• An Omega Block forms when a high-pressure system gets trapped between two low-pressure systems, causing prolonged weather conditions.
• The heat dome causes descending warm air, suppresses cloud formation, and leads to severe heatwaves, droughts, and increased wildfire risk.
• An Indian passport is mainly a travel document and does not serve as conclusive proof of Indian citizenship.
• Under the Citizenship Act, 1955, Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration, naturalisation, or incorporation of territory.
• The Supreme Court ruled that trauma care is a fundamental part of the Right to Life (Article 21), ensuring timely emergency medical treatment.
• The PM RAHAT scheme provides cashless treatment of up to ₹1.5 lakh for road accident victims for up to seven days.
• The United Nations has declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, recognising women’s crucial role in agriculture and food security.
• Jammu & Kashmir has proposed Sufiyana Mousiqi, its classical Sufi musical tradition, for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
• A bronze statue of Maharishi Sushruta, regarded
• Venezuela witnessed a rare seismic doublet, where two similar-magnitude earthquakes occurred close together due to separate fault ruptures.
• India marked 50 years of the 1975 Emergency, highlighting its constitutional impact and the democratic safeguards introduced later.
• The Draft National Food Security (Amendment) Bill, 2026 proposes a per-person foodgrain entitlement under AAY while retaining the existing household limit.
• India’s Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) framework has generated over ₹266 crore to support biodiversity conservation and benefit local communities. IIT
• Madras professor B. Ravindran has joined the UN’s first scientific panel dedicated to global Artificial Intelligence governance.
• A weak Southwest Monsoon forecast has prompted agricultural contingency plans amid concerns over rainfall deficit and crop losses.
• The Caspian Sea is shrinking rapidly due to climate change and reduced river inflows, threatening biodiversity and regional trade.
• Constitutional amendments after the Emergency strengthened judicial review, protected fundamental rights, and tightened Emergency provisions.
• The ABS mechanism helps prevent biopiracy by ensuring fair sharing of benefits from India’s biological resources and traditional knowledge.
• Global AI regulation is becoming increasingly important to address accountability, security risks, and international governance challenges.
• Venezuela witnessed a rare seismic doublet, where two similar-magnitude earthquakes occurred close together due to separate fault ruptures.
• India marked 50 years of the 1975 Emergency, highlighting its constitutional impact and the democratic safeguards introduced later.
• The Draft National Food Security (Amendment) Bill, 2026 proposes a per-person foodgrain entitlement under AAY while retaining the existing household limit.
• India’s Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) framework has generated over ₹266 crore to support biodiversity conservation and benefit local communities. IIT
• Madras professor B. Ravindran has joined the UN’s first scientific panel dedicated to global Artificial Intelligence governance.
• A weak Southwest Monsoon forecast has prompted agricultural contingency plans amid concerns over rainfall deficit and crop losses.
• The Caspian Sea is shrinking rapidly due to climate change and reduced river inflows, threatening biodiversity and regional trade.
• Constitutional amendments after the Emergency strengthened judicial review, protected fundamental rights, and tightened Emergency provisions.
• The ABS mechanism helps prevent biopiracy by ensuring fair sharing of benefits from India’s biological resources and traditional knowledge.
• Global AI regulation is becoming increasingly important to address accountability, security risks, and international governance challenges.
• Venezuela witnessed a rare seismic doublet, where two similar-magnitude earthquakes occurred close together due to separate fault ruptures.
• India marked 50 years of the 1975 Emergency, highlighting its constitutional impact and the democratic safeguards introduced later.
• The Draft National Food Security (Amendment) Bill, 2026 proposes a per-person foodgrain entitlement under AAY while retaining the existing household limit.
• India’s Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) framework has generated over ₹266 crore to support biodiversity conservation and benefit local communities. IIT
• Madras professor B. Ravindran has joined the UN’s first scientific panel dedicated to global Artificial Intelligence governance.
• A weak Southwest Monsoon forecast has prompted agricultural contingency plans amid concerns over rainfall deficit and crop losses.
• The Caspian Sea is shrinking rapidly due to climate change and reduced river inflows, threatening biodiversity and regional trade.
• Constitutional amendments after the Emergency strengthened judicial review, protected fundamental rights, and tightened Emergency provisions.
• The ABS mechanism helps prevent biopiracy by ensuring fair sharing of benefits from India’s biological resources and traditional knowledge.
• Global AI regulation is becoming increasingly important to address accountability, security risks, and international governance challenges.

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