UK and India host ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ forum at House of Lords on June 19

Exam-focused facts from the 23 June 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

A high-level forum to strengthen United Kingdom (UK)-India relations and support the ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision was held at the House of Lords on June 19.
The event was organised by the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Association of UK.
The forum focused on cooperation in the fields of trade, education, technology, and cultural exchange.
The gathering brought together parliamentarians, diplomats, business leaders, and members of the Indian diaspora.
Speakers expressed optimism regarding opportunities under the proposed UK-India free trade agreement.