The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced its withdrawal from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+ effective May 1, 2026. The UAE is the world's seventh-largest oil producer.
Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries Plus (OPEC+) raises August oil output by 188,000 bpd
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- Seven countries in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries Plus (OPEC+) alliance decided to raise oil output by a combined 188,000 barrels per day in August.
- The countries involved in the decision are Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman.
- This production increase has been agreed upon for a fifth consecutive month.
- Brent crude, the international benchmark, was trading below USD 72 a barrel shortly after commodities trading opened on Sunday night.
- S&P Global Energy estimated that Gulf oil production is not expected to recover fully until at least the first quarter of 2027.
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The Union government, Assam, and Nagaland signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to resume oil and gas exploration along the contested boundary of the two states after three decades. The MoU specifically targets the…
India has requested the United States (US) to extend the waiver on Russian oil imports due to the ongoing 11-week war in the Persian Gulf. The current US authorisation allowing the import of Russian crude oil is…
Oil India Limited (OIL) partners with Petroleum Technology Research Centre (PTRC) for clean energy innovation (Mid of June)
Oil India Limited (OIL) signed a collaboration framework with the Petroleum Technology Research Centre (PTRC), Canada, on June 10 at the Global Energy Show 2026 in Calgary. The partnership focuses on carbon capture…
Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves USD 230 million loan for Chennai water infrastructure
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- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 230-million loan to modernise and expand water supply and sanitation infrastructure in Chennai.
- The project is designed to benefit 4.5 million residents in the Greater Chennai area.
- The investment aligns with Government of India flagship urban development interventions, including the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 and the Urban Challenge Fund.
- The project will construct over 170 kilometres of water supply and sewer pipes, and upgrade seven water pumping stations and 38 sewer pumping stations.
- Chennai will be the first Indian city to implement a comprehensive ring-main solution, which is a closed-loop system designed to maintain balanced water pressure.
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Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves USD 182.89 million loan for Karnataka public schools (Start of July)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a loan of USD 182.89 million under the Strengthening Karnataka Public Schools Program to improve the public school system in Karnataka. The programme aims to establish 500…
Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves $42.2 million loan for Northeast India bamboo industry (End of June)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $42.2 million Small Expenditure Financing Facility (SEFF) to support the development of the bamboo industry in India's northeastern region. The facility will support…
The World Bank (WB) has approved a USD 225 million loan for the highway modernisation project in Rajasthan. The project aims to benefit more than 3 million people and stimulate job creation across the agriculture…
The Bihar Cabinet approved an in-principle proposal to secure a $500 million (Rs 4,700 crore) loan from the World Bank to strengthen urban centres and promote integrated urban economic zones. E-voting for the 2026…
Paytm Europe Payments secures payment institution licence from Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF)
Key Updates:
- Paytm Europe Payments, a step-down subsidiary of One 97 Communications, has secured a payment institution licence from the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) of Luxembourg.
- The licence is effective from July 2, 2026, and permits the provision of services including the execution of payment transactions, credit transfers, standing orders, and acquiring of payment transactions.
- Paytm Europe Payments was incorporated in Luxembourg in January 2026 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Paytm Cloud Technologies Limited (PCTL).
- PCTL, a wholly owned Indian subsidiary of One 97 Communications, holds 100 per cent of the 1 million euro paid-up share capital of Paytm Europe.
- PCTL announced in May that it would invest an additional 9 million euros in the European entity to support its business funding requirements.
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank on April 24, 2026, under Section 22(4) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The RBI cited that the bank's business was conducted in a…
PayGlocal has launched Google Pay Card Payments on its International Payment Gateway, becoming one of the first Indian payment platforms to enable Google Pay for international transactions. Indian merchants can now reach…
Paytm enables biometric UPI payments with Face ID/fingerprint and cardless ATM withdrawals (Mid of April)
Paytm app now allows UPI payments verified by Face ID or fingerprint instead of entering a UPI PIN. Biometric data is neither stored nor accessed by Paytm or the bank.
Skydo secures international payment license in Canada (End of June)
Bengaluru-based Skydo has secured an international payment license in Canada, becoming the first Indian cross-border payments platform to be licensed overseas. The license was granted under the Retail Payment Activities…
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Imposes ₹66.7 Lakh Penalty on Bank of Baroda and GIC Housing Finance
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- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a total monetary penalty of ₹66.7 lakh on Bank of Baroda and GIC Housing Finance for non-compliance with regulatory norms.
- Bank of Baroda was fined ₹63.6 lakh for violating provisions of the Fair Practices Code for Lenders and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
- The RBI found that Bank of Baroda charged interest higher than the contracted rate in certain loan accounts and failed to upload customer records to the Central KYC Records Registry (CKYCR) within prescribed timelines.
- GIC Housing Finance was penalised ₹3.1 lakh for deficiencies related to compliance with the KYC directions issued by the RBI.
- The penalty on GIC Housing Finance followed a statutory inspection conducted by the National Housing Bank (NHB) based on the company's financial position as on March 31, 2025.
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Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Imposes Penalties on YES Bank and Hinduja Housing Finance Ltd (Mid of May)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹31.80 lakh on YES Bank. The penalty on YES Bank was levied for non-compliance with certain provisions of the Know Your Customer (KYC) norms.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a monetary penalty of ₹41.80 lakh on Canara Bank. The penalty was levied for non-compliance with directions regarding Know Your Customer (KYC) and Unclaimed Deposits and…
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposes monetary penalties on City Union Bank and two other entities (End of May)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a monetary penalty of ₹10.10 lakh on City Union Bank for levying loan-related charges on agriculture advances qualifying as priority sector loans up to ₹25,000. The RBI penalised…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued directions to the Etawah-based Nagar Sahakari Bank Ltd restricting it from granting or renewing loans, making investments, or accepting fresh deposits without prior written…
Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) and International Resources Holding (IRH) sign $11.5 billion aluminium project deal with Odisha government
Key Updates:
- Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) and International Resources Holding (IRH), a unit of International Holding Company (IHC) group, signed a deal with the Odisha government to set up an integrated aluminium project with a proposed investment of $11.5 billion (approximately ₹1.08 trillion).
- The project is a 50:50 joint venture between AEL and IRH and is billed as India's largest Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in mining and metallurgy and the biggest FDI proposal for Odisha.
- The complex will comprise a 4 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) alumina refinery in Rayagada district, a 2 mtpa aluminium smelter in Sundargarh district, a 4,000 megawatt (Mw) captive power plant including 400 Mw of renewable energy, and a 1 mtpa downstream manufacturing park.
- The investment will be executed in two phases of ₹66,000 crore and ₹42,000 crore respectively, requiring a total of 7,300 acres of land, with 3,200 acres for the refinery and 4,100 acres for the smelter.
- The downstream manufacturing park is expected to attract manufacturers from the automobiles, railways, aerospace, power transmission, renewable energy, construction, packaging, and advanced engineering industries.
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Government of Odisha signs MoUs with ACME Group and Adani Enterprises for projects worth ₹1.75 lakh crore (Start of July)
The Government of Odisha signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with ACME Group and Japan’s IHI Corporation on July 3, 2026, for clean energy and industrial projects worth ₹67,000 crore. Adani Enterprises and UAE’s…
Aluminium Extrusion Manufacturers Association of India (ALEMAI) launched the ‘Aluminium Bharat’ initiative in New Delhi on 7 April 2026. The initiative targets strengthening India’s aluminium value chain that supports…
Meta Platforms partners with Reliance Industries Limited for AI data centre in Jamnagar (Mid of June)
Meta Platforms has partnered with Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) to lease a 168 MW AI-ready data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. The Jamnagar facility will be powered by renewable energy, cooled with desalinated…
India and United Arab Emirates sign Strategic Defence Partnership and USD 5 billion investment pacts on 15 May 2026 (Mid of May)
Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited (ISPRL) and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) signed a Strategic Collaboration Agreement to increase United Arab Emirates (UAE) participation in India's strategic…
Mission Kayakalp: Modernisation of Delhi Government School Infrastructure
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- The Delhi government launched Mission Kayakalp to modernise government school infrastructure, including classrooms, laboratories, toilets, and drinking water facilities.
- The initiative is being implemented with support from district administrations, the Education Department, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, social organisations, market associations, and local communities.
- Infrastructure upgrades include repairing buildings, painting, waterproofing, improving rooftop drainage, installing Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants and water coolers, modernising science laboratories, developing facilities for children with special needs, and increasing green cover.
- The programme is being implemented across the North, South, West, North-East, and Outer North districts.
- Specific improvements include sensory parks and physics labs in the North district; toilet and roof repairs in Mehrauli and Qutub Mehrauli; rainwater harvesting and sewer improvements in Mohan Garden and Janakpuri; and upgraded library facilities in Gokalpur and Shahdara.
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School Chalo Abhiyan: Boosting School Enrolment in Uttar Pradesh (Start of July)
The Uttar Pradesh government announced the second phase of the School Chalo Abhiyan, scheduled from July 1 to July 15. The campaign aims to achieve universal school enrolment, re-enrol children who have dropped out, and…
The Delhi government approved the Monument Adoption Scheme and a grant-in-aid scheme to preserve 75 monuments under the banner 'Hamare Smarak, Hamara Gaurav'. The Monument Adoption Scheme allows private organisations…
Mylswamy Annadurai Appointed Chairman of Curriculum Design Committee for School Education in Tamil Nadu (Start of July)
Former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientist Mylswamy Annadurai has been appointed as the Chairman of the Curriculum Design Committee for School Education in Tamil Nadu for a three-year tenure. The…
Asian Development Bank (ADB) approves USD 182.89 million loan for Karnataka public schools (Start of July)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a loan of USD 182.89 million under the Strengthening Karnataka Public Schools Program to improve the public school system in Karnataka. The programme aims to establish 500…
Arunachal Pradesh Government deploys helicopter for flood relief supplies
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- The Arunachal Pradesh government deployed a Skyone Airways Mi-172 helicopter to deliver emergency food and medical supplies to areas isolated by flash floods and landslides.
- The isolated villages in Lower Siang district include Rotte, Rame, Loglu, Lipin, Mane, Tene, Sipu, Kakki, Kadu, Rina, Sido, and Korang.
- Relief operations involve transporting essential supplies from the Pasighat Advanced Landing Ground in East Siang district to the Koyu helipad in Lower Siang district.
- The Directorate of Civil Aviation (DCA) is coordinating with administrative, disaster management, and food safety officials in Itanagar, Pasighat, Likabali, and Nari for ration distribution.
- The Akajan-Likabali-Bame Road, which serves seven border districts of Arunachal Pradesh and is strategically important for national security, is undergoing debris clearance.
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India Approves First Point-in-Space (PinS) Satellite-Based Navigation Procedure for Helicopters (Start of July)
India has approved its first Point-in-Space (PinS) Instrument Approach Procedure for helicopter operations at Undavalli Heliport in Andhra Pradesh. The procedure was developed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and…
India launches Operation Amistad to send medical team and relief supplies to earthquake-hit Venezuela (End of June)
India launched Operation Amistad to send a specialised Indian Army (IA) medical contingent and humanitarian assistance to earthquake-hit Venezuela. Two Indian Air Force (IAF) C-17 Globemaster planes were deployed to…
Rare Yellow Puffball Mushroom Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh (Start of June)
A rare species of yellow puffball mushroom, provisionally identified as Bovista colorata, was discovered in Zedua village of Longding district, Arunachal Pradesh. The specimen was documented by a team from the Indian…
Mission Arunachal Kiwi launched to empower farmers and build globally competitive organic kiwi ecosystem (End of May)
Mission Arunachal Kiwi was launched by Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and guidance of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. The mission aims to…
Punjab Government Launches Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students for 2026-27
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- The Punjab government has opened the application process for the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste (SC) students for the 2026-27 academic session.
- Applications are being accepted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) from 1 July 2026, with the final submission deadline set for 15 November 2026.
- Social Justice, Empowerment, and Minorities Minister Dr Baljit Kaur announced that students with errors in their applications can make corrections until 30 November 2026.
- Educational institutions are required to complete institute-level verification by 30 November, while final scrutiny by District, State, and Ministry Nodal Officers will conclude by 15 December 2026.
- The scheme involves multiple departments including Higher Education, Medical Education and Research, Technical Education and Industrial Training, School Education, and Animal Husbandry to assist eligible students.
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Punjab & Sind Bank (PSB) launched the Navjyoti mobile application for human resources, Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) services, and a Digital Gold Loan facility on its 119th Foundation Day. PSB introduced the PSB…
Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin): Implementation in Punjab (End of June)
The Punjab government notified the implementation of the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) scheme starting from July 1. The VB-G RAM G is a central rural employment law that…
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is piloting the Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS). Eligibility for the PMIS pilot phase has been expanded to include final-year students in graduate and postgraduate…
The Telangana government launched a breakfast scheme for students in government educational institutions. The first phase of the programme covers 1,44,610 students across 1,302 government educational institutions…
Jay Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya Vidyalaya (JPNSV) Scheme: Free Residential Education in Uttar Pradesh
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- The Jay Prakash Narayan Sarvodaya Vidyalaya (JPNSV) scheme is a flagship initiative of the Uttar Pradesh government's Social Welfare department providing free residential education to socially, economically, and educationally disadvantaged students.
- The scheme operates 101 schools, comprising 69 boys' schools and 32 girls' schools, which are affiliated with either the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP).
- Seat reservations are allocated as 60 per cent for Scheduled Caste (SC), 25 per cent for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 15 per cent for the General category, with 60 per cent reserved for the sweeper category in special schools.
- Eligibility for the scheme requires an annual family income of up to ₹46,080 for students in rural areas and up to ₹56,460 for students in urban areas.
- The programme provides free residential education from Class 6 to 12, including uniforms, textbooks, stationery, and special coaching for NEET, JEE, and CUET for students of Classes 11 and 12.
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UP Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana: Free Training and Loans for Traditional Artisans (Start of July)
The Uttar Pradesh government launched the Vishwakarma Shram Samman Yojana in 2018 to support traditional artisans through the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) department. The scheme provides selected artisans…
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister's cashless medical scheme for teachers portal launched for registration (Mid of June)
The Uttar Pradesh education department developed a dedicated portal (http://cmtcts.upsdc.gov.in) for registration under the Chief Minister's cashless medical scheme for teachers. The scheme covers over 15 lakh teachers…
Uttar Pradesh Government Launches 'Tech Youth-Supported Youth' Scheme for Modern Training of Youth (Mid of May)
On National Technology Day (May 11, 2026), Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the state's aim to become India's 'Deep Tech Capital'. Missions in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) have been…
The Odisha government announced free and universal education from kindergarten to postgraduate (KG to PG) level. The decision is expected to benefit more than 10 lakh students, particularly those from economically…
Viksit Bharat G-RAM-G Yojana: First Instalment of Rs 25,863 Crore Released
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- Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan released the first instalment of Rs 25,863 crore to all states under the Viksit Bharat G-RAM-G Yojana (VB-G-RAM-G).
- VB-G-RAM-G replaced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act from 1 July 2026 and guarantees 125 days of wage employment per rural household annually.
- Wages under the scheme are paid via direct benefit transfer weekly or within 15 days, with provisions for unemployment allowance in case of delays.
- The government announced a total allocation of Rs 7.5 lakh crore for VB-G-RAM-G over five years, with an interim allocation of Rs 95,692.31 crore for 2026-27.
- The scheme follows a 60:40 fund-sharing ratio between the Centre and states, prioritising projects such as irrigation systems, water conservation, rural roads, and community facilities.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), transferring Rs 18,880 crore to over 9.44 crore farmers across the country. The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima…
Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) disburses ₹2,400 crore in incentives (End of June)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi disbursed incentives worth around ₹2,400 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY). PM-VBRY is an employment-linked incentive scheme aimed at supporting first-time…
Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS 5.0) Approved with ₹2.55 Lakh Crore Credit Flow (Start of May)
The Union Cabinet approved the fifth version of the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS 5.0) to provide financial support to businesses facing liquidity pressures due to the West Asia crisis. The scheme aims to…
Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 Facilitates Rs 48,484 Crore in Loans (Mid of June)
The Union Cabinet approved the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 on May 5, 2026, to provide credit support amid liquidity pressures from the West Asia crisis. As of June 9, 2026, the Ministry of Finance…
India to Chair 9th UN Intergovernmental Group of Experts Session on Consumer Protection in Geneva
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- India will chair the ninth session of the Intergovernmental Group of Experts (IGE) on Consumer Protection Law and Policy at the Palais des Nations in Geneva from July 6 to 8.
- The session is organised by the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and serves as the principal intergovernmental platform for dialogue on consumer protection law and policy.
- Nidhi Khare, Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs, will lead the Indian delegation and steer discussions on global priorities such as sustainable consumption and cross-border disputes.
- The session will feature the launch of the United Nations Principles for Consumer Product Safety and a Voluntary Peer Review of Argentina's consumer protection law and policy.
- India's National Consumer Helpline (NCH) has secured refunds exceeding ₹91.77 crore across 36 sectors, while the e-Jagriti platform provides Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled digital dispute resolution.
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Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje led the Indian delegation at the 114th International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland. She held a bilateral meeting with Gilbert F.…
The 79th World Health Assembly concluded in Geneva after a six-day session. The assembly was held under the theme “Reshaping global health: a shared responsibility”.
The 48th Meeting of National Representatives (NRM) of the Regional Cooperative Agreement (RCA) was hosted by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) from 19–22 May 2026 in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. India formally assumed…
India assumes chairmanship of Common Criteria Development Board from April 2026 to April 2028 (Mid of May)
India has been nominated as the Chair of the Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB) for the period from April 2026 to April 2028. The leadership position was confirmed during the first quarter meeting of the Common…
Adani Defence & Aerospace to invest ₹2,500 crore in missile manufacturing complex in Madhya Pradesh
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- Adani Defence & Aerospace laid the foundation stone for South Asia's largest private-sector missile ecosystem in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh.
- The company will invest ₹2,500 crore over the next three years, creating 5,000 direct and indirect jobs and involving over 50 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
- The Shivpuri facility will manufacture medium- and long-range missile systems, including composite propellant, TNT, and explosive-grade material production.
- The complex complements existing operations in Gwalior that produce carbines, assault rifles, and light machine guns (LMG), with 2,000 LMG units already delivered to the Armed Forces.
- The project aligns with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat programme and involves collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to reduce import dependency.
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Ukrainian forces launched a nighttime long-range attack using FP-5 Flamingo missiles against the Titan-Barrikady defence enterprise in Volgograd. The Titan-Barrikady plant is a major Russian military-industrial complex…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a private sector defence manufacturing complex developed by NIBE Limited in Shirdi, Maharashtra. The Minister flagged off Suryastra, which is India’s first 300-km Universal…
India to release Request for Proposal for Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft manufacturing (End of May)
The government will release a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) by next month to three private sector-driven industrial groups for the manufacturing of the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The Cabinet Committee on…
Indian Air Force and MBDA ink agreement to localise MICA missile sustainment on 06 May 2026 (Start of May)
The Indian Air Force (IAF) signed an agreement with European defence major MBDA to establish a domestic Maintenance, Repair and Mid-Life Overhaul (MRO) facility for MICA air-to-air missiles. The MRO facility will be set…
China conducts test missile launch in Pacific Ocean on July 6
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- The People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) successfully conducted a test missile launch in the Pacific Ocean on July 6.
- The launch involved a strategic missile carrying a training simulation warhead fired from a strategic nuclear submarine.
- The missile test launch was described as a routine arrangement of the annual military training of China.
- China and Russia were scheduled to begin their annual joint naval exercises off the military port of Qingdao on the same day.
- In September 2024, the Rocket Force of China fired a dummy warhead, likely from a Dong Feng-31 missile, into the sea near French Polynesia.
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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the maiden test of a nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) off the coast of Odisha. The Agni-6 missile possesses a strike range of over…
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully demonstrated a multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) capability through three consecutive flight-tests conducted on June 10 and 11. The…
India conducts second test of long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile off Odisha coast (Start of May)
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the second flight test of its long-range hypersonic anti-ship missile (LR-AShM) off the Odisha coast. The missile has a strike range…
India successfully tests indigenous Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) on 15 June 2026 (Mid of June)
India successfully flight-tested the indigenously developed Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) on 15 June 2026. The missile was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
India to participate in inaugural UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva from July 6-7
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- Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh is leading the Indian delegation to the inaugural United Nations (UN) Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva, Switzerland, from July 6-7.
- The Global Dialogue on AI Governance was established under General Assembly Resolution 79/325, following the Global Digital Compact adopted as part of the Pact of the Future in September 2024.
- The forum will receive the annual report of the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI (IISPA), which provides the first independent scientific assessment of AI capabilities, opportunities, and risks.
- The dialogue includes thematic discussions on four clusters: AI's social and economic implications, bridging AI divides, safe and trustworthy AI, and human rights in the AI context.
- A second session of the Global Dialogue on AI Governance is scheduled to be held in New York in May 2027.
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India and the European Union (EU) held the 12th India-EU Human Rights Dialogue in New Delhi, co-chaired by Piyush Srivastava of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Hervé Delphin, EU Ambassador to India. The…
Team LeBroom from IIM Rohtak wins BIMTECH’s Hermes’ Dialogue 6.0 debate competition. (Start of April)
Team LeBroom from Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Rohtak won the national-level debate Hermes’ Dialogue 6.0 organised by Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH). The competition theme was “Should…
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and NUS-ISS sign MoU for AI Governance and Digital Leadership (Mid of May)
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and NUS-ISS of the National University of Singapore (NUS-ISS) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance digital leadership and responsible AI governance…
The Centre announced the formation of the AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG) to lead the national AI governance strategy. AIGEG is a high-level inter-ministerial body designed to coordinate the development of AI…
India to launch restoration of 9th-century Prambanan Temple in Indonesia
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- The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will launch the restoration of the 9th-century Prambanan Temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
- The Prambanan project will employ the anastylosis method to rebuild monuments using original stones and will extend conservation to the Sewu and Plaosan temple complexes.
- In Cambodia, ASI has undertaken restoration work at Angkor Wat (1986-1993), Ta Prohm (since 2004), Preah Vihear Temple, and Ashram Maha Russei.
- India's conservation efforts in Vietnam include the Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary, where restoration of Groups A, H, and K was completed in 2023, with future surveys conducted for Dong Duong Buddhist Monastery and Nhan Tower.
- Other international projects include Vat Phou in Laos (since 2009), Thiruketheeswaram Temple in Sri Lanka (since 2012), Pashupatinath Temple in Nepal, and the Ananda Temple and pagodas in Bagan in Myanmar.
- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that India has completed over 50 cultural and heritage projects abroad, with approximately 25 more under implementation as part of its heritage diplomacy and Act East policy.
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Microsoft and Lightstorm to build I-2SEA undersea cable linking India and Southeast Asia (Start of July)
A consortium including Microsoft and Lightstorm plans to build the I-2SEA undersea cable linking India with Malaysia and Singapore. The consortium members include Microsoft, Lightstorm, Tata Communications, Singapore…
France is scheduled to inaugurate its first traditional Hindu temple in September. The temple has been crafted in India using stones sourced from India and is being assembled in France.
India Identified as Cradle of Jamun Evolution (End of April)
A new study indicates that the genus Syzygium (Jamun) has an East Gondwanan origin dating back to approximately 80 million years ago, with India serving as a major centre of early diversification. The research was led by…
The Netherlands returned the Chola-era copper plates, also known as the Leiden Plates or Anaimangalam copper plates, to India during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit. The artifacts consist of two sets: 21 copper…
Armed Forces Seek Increase in Agniveer Retention Percentage as of 6 July 2026
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- The Indian Navy is likely to seek a 75 per cent retention rate for Agniveers, while the Indian Army and Indian Air Force (IAF) may seek an increase to 50 per cent from the current 25 per cent.
- The first batches of Agniveers, who began training in early 2023, are scheduled to complete their four-year tenure under the Agnipath scheme later in 2026.
- The Indian Army plans to release approximately 90,000 vacancies in the next training year to address an overall shortfall of around 1.8 lakh troops.
- Proposals for higher retention are being discussed with the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) to maintain a pool of soldiers experienced in handling new technologies and weapons.
- Specialised units, such as the newly raised Bhairav battalions of the Indian Army, may eventually be permitted to induct a higher percentage of retained soldiers compared to regular units.
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The Gujarat government announced a 20% reservation for former Agniveers in direct recruitment to Class III posts in several state departments. The reservation covers the state police armed units, the State Reserve Police…
India to Host Inaugural Central Armed Police Forces Leadership Conference in Delhi in May 2026 (Mid of April)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the first-ever Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) leadership conference in Delhi in May. The Intelligence Bureau (IB) is coordinating the planning and execution of the two-day…
United States, Israel, and Lebanon sign Trilateral Framework agreement on June 26, 2026 (End of June)
The United States (US), Israel, and Lebanon signed the Trilateral Framework agreement in Washington, DC, on June 26, 2026, to establish peace following conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The agreement mandates the…
The United Nations (UN) has added Israeli and Russian security forces to its blacklist of parties suspected of committing patterns of sexual violence in armed conflict. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued the…
India to host BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati from July 6
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- India is hosting a two-day BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Guwahati from July 6 to enhance intelligence sharing and combat narcotics trafficking.
- The meeting is hosted by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) under the Union Home Ministry.
- The event focuses on three priority areas: combating synthetic drugs and precursor diversion, strengthening intelligence sharing and operational coordination, and capacity building and institutional cooperation.
- The meeting includes six thematic sessions: leveraging digital technology for real-time drug interdiction, countering darknet-based drug trafficking, tackling emerging New Psychoactive Substances (NPS), reinforcing global supply chains against precursor diversion and chemical leakage, drug demand reduction initiatives, and strengthening institutional mechanisms.
- BRICS comprises 11 major emerging markets: Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates.
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India will host the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting in Gurugram, Haryana, on June 25-26 under its BRICS Chairship 2026. The meeting is guided by the theme Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and…
Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare hosts first BRICS Health Working Group meeting 2026 (Mid of April)
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) chaired the First Health Working Group (HWG) Meeting under the BRICS framework for 2026 in New Delhi. India is the BRICS Chair for 2026, guided by the theme…
India is hosting a BRICS senior officials meeting under its BRICS presidency that will see Iran and the UAE face to face for the first time since the West Asian conflict. The meeting agenda covers broader West Asian and…
India assumed the BRICS Chairmanship on January 1, 2026, and hosted the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi. India's trade with BRICS nations surged to $416 billion.
India appoints General Dhiraj Seth as 31st Chief of the Army Staff
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- General Dhiraj Seth assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) on June 30.
- General Seth introduced the 'VIJAY' vision to define key priorities for the future transformation of the Indian Army.
- The 'VIJAY' acronym represents Vigilance, Innovation, Jointness and integration, Aatmanirbhrata, and Yodha first.
- The 'VIJAY' priorities are aligned with the 'Decade of Transformation' (2023-2032) roadmap envisioned by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
- General Seth is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986.
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Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS), has been appointed as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS). He will assume office on the afternoon of June 30, 2026, succeeding…
Lt Gen Rajesh Pushkar assumed command of Southern Command (Start of July)
He assumed command as General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Southern Command, succeeding Lieutenant General Sandeep Jain who became Vice Chief of the Army Staff. He is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA)…
India's Indian Air Force concludes 5th edition of Warfare & Aerospace Strategy Programme on 29 June 2026 (Start of July)
The Indian Air Force (IAF) concluded the fifth edition of the Warfare & Aerospace Strategy Programme (WASP). The culmination of the programme was marked by a Capstone Seminar held on 29 June 2026.
Indian Army releases Technology Roadmap for Unmanned Aerial Systems and Loitering Munitions (Start of April)
Lt Gen Rahul R Singh, Deputy Chief of the Army Staff (Capability Development & Sustenance), released the Indian Army’s Technology Roadmap for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Loitering Munitions (LM). The roadmap aims…
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) initiative ICMR-MINDS wins Gold at National Awards for e-Governance 2026
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- The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) initiative, ICMR-MINDS, won the Gold Award at the National Awards for e-Governance under Category 2 for innovation by use of AI and other new-age technologies for providing citizen-centric services.
- The award was instituted by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions.
- The award was presented by Dr Jitendra Singh during the 29th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG) 2026, held in Jaipur on July 1-2.
- ICMR-MINDS is an implementation research study that utilises a Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) to integrate the screening and management of mental and substance use disorders with other non-communicable diseases.
- The initiative is implemented across seven states through the following collaborating institutions: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Guwahati (Assam), Gujarat Institute of Mental Health (GIMH) Ahmedabad (Gujarat), AIIMS New Delhi (Haryana), St. John's Medical College Bengaluru (Karnataka), AIIMS Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), AIIMS Bhubaneswar (Odisha), and Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Chandigarh (Punjab).
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The Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj has been selected for the Gold Award at the National Awards for e-Governance 2026. The award was conferred under Category VII, which recognizes…
The E-Jagriti platform of the Department of Consumer Affairs received the Silver Award under Category I-Government Process Re-engineering by Use of Technology for Digital Transformation at the National Awards for…
The 29th National e-Governance Conference (NCeG 2026) was inaugurated by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma at the Rajasthan International Centre (RIC) in Jaipur. The conference took place on July 1 and 2, 2026, with the…
The Personnel Ministry announced the selection of 17 projects and initiatives for the 29th National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026 across seven categories. The awards ceremony will be held during the 29th National…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates CG Semi semiconductor plant in Gujarat
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- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat.
- The facility marks the commissioning of India's third semiconductor manufacturing plant.
- The plant will manufacture chips for the industrial and automotive sectors, specifically for use in cars, scooters, and various industrial applications.
- Chips produced at this facility will be exported to Japan, America, and Europe.
- The project aims to strengthen the electronics supply chain and reduce dependence on imported chips to position India as a global semiconductor hub.
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A ₹190-crore semiconductor research and training centre, named Silicon and Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Research and Training Hub (SAMARTH), will be established at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)…
Digital India Programme: ₹10,000 Crore IndiaAI Mission and ₹1.65 Lakh Crore Semiconductor Projects Approved (Start of July)
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) stated that the Digital India programme has completed 11 years, shifting focus toward Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductors, and quantum technologies…
Andhra Pradesh to host first India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) project in Visakhapatnam (Start of June)
Andhra Pradesh has finalised arrangements for its first semiconductor project under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) at Tarluvada village in Visakhapatnam. The project involves an Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly…
Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually inaugurated the state's first semiconductor plant and a new Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) at Bhiwadi, Rajasthan. The…
Researchers at University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) discover Earth-like exoplanet GJ 3378b
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- A team of astronomers led by the University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) discovered an Earth-like exoplanet named GJ 3378b.
- The planet is located approximately 25 light-years from the Solar System and orbits within its star's habitable zone, also known as the Goldilocks zone.
- GJ 3378b is roughly twice the size of Earth and receives about 90 per cent of the radiation from its host star as Earth receives from the Sun.
- The discovery was made using the Habitable-zone Planet Finder on the Hobby-Eberly Telescope in Texas and the NEID Spectrometer on the WIYN Telescope at Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
- The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) plans to launch the Habitable Worlds Observatory in the 2040s to determine if planets like GJ 3378b possess atmospheres.
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Astronomers detect two Earth-like planets 120 light-years away in unconventional solar system (Start of April)
Astronomers discovered an alien solar system located 120 light-years from Earth containing two Earth-like planets. The system defies standard formation models by placing a rocky planet beyond gas giant planets.
James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Analyses Surface Composition of Super-Earth LHS 3844 b (Mid of May)
Researchers used the Mid Infrared Instrument (MIRI) on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to study the geological properties and surface composition of the rocky exoplanet LHS 3844 b. LHS 3844 b is a rocky super-Earth…
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Kepler mission and other observatories have confirmed the existence of circumbinary planets, which are worlds that orbit two suns. Researchers from Cornell…
A new genus of giant tree named Daturodendron has been officially recognised in the Andean cloud forests, reaching heights of 66 feet (20 metres). The tree belongs to the Solanaceae family and the Datureae tribe, making…
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Hayabusa2 Probe Conducts Close Flyby of Asteroid Torifune
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- The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) reported that the Hayabusa2 space probe performed a close flyby of the asteroid Torifune.
- The mission was designed to test planetary defense technologies aimed at mitigating the risk of asteroids colliding with Earth.
- The spacecraft passed approximately 800 metres from the centre of Torifune, an elongated asteroid with an estimated diameter of 450 metres.
- Torifune has an orbital period around the Sun of 383 days and is currently located about 100 million kilometres from Earth.
- Launched in 2014, Hayabusa2 has travelled 10.7 billion kilometres and is scheduled to reach its next target, asteroid 1998 KY26, in July 2031.
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Tracks Asteroid 2026 GD during Close Flyby (Start of April)
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) tracked a house-sized asteroid named 2026 GD during its close approach to Earth on 9 April 2026. The asteroid passed at a minimum distance of approximately 156,000…
Asteroid Day Observed Annually on June 30 to Raise Awareness of Asteroid Impact Risks (Start of July)
Asteroid Day is a global awareness campaign held annually on June 30, which was officially sanctioned by the United Nations (UN) in 2016. The date commemorates the Siberian Tunguska event of June 30, 1908, where an…
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Successfully Launches Low-Cost H3 Rocket Variant (Mid of June)
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) successfully launched a new low-cost variant of the H3 rocket from the Tanegashima Space Center. The mission debuted the H3's 30 configuration, which features triple…
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Launches Mission to Save Swift Telescope (Start of July)
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is deploying the Link robotic spacecraft to rescue the Swift Observatory, a 1.6-ton gamma-ray telescope. The Link robot, built by Katalyst Space, is a…
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Tests SOLVE Rocket Motor for Gaganyaan Mission
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- The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) completed the first ground test of the solid motor for its Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE) on 3 July 2026 at Sriharikota.
- The static test of the SOLVE-ST01 motor was conducted at the Static Test Facility of the Satish Dhawan Space Centre.
- SOLVE is designed to carry the Gaganyaan Crew Module to altitudes between 10 and 17 km to validate a deceleration system involving the deployment of ten parachutes.
- The vehicle's solid stage is adapted from the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) strap-on motor and features a slow burn-rate propellant and Secondary Injection Thrust Vector Control system.
- The parachute system comprises apex cover separation parachutes, drogue parachutes, pilot chutes, and main parachutes, where two of the three main parachutes are sufficient for a safe landing.
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) completes second integrated air drop test for Gaganyaan crew module (Mid of April)
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully carried out the second integrated air drop test (IADT-02) for its Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh. The test focused on…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a hot test of the Semi-Cryogenic Engine Power Head Test Article (PHTA) on June 24 at the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.…
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Conducts First Satellite-Based Landing System Approach on Jet Aircraft in India (Start of July)
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) conducted the first satellite-based landing system (SLS) approach on a jet engine aircraft in India. The exercise was carried out using an IndiGo Airbus A320 at Udaipur…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) committee on astronaut selection and management has recommended including four civilian specialists from science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) backgrounds…
ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) discovers new deep-sea fish species Cyttopsis indica
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- The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) discovered a new deep-sea fish species in the Arabian Sea off southern Kerala.
- The species is named Cyttopsis indica (Indian dory) and belongs to the genus Cyttopsis, a primitive group of marine fishes known as dories.
- The fish was found at depths of 350-500m along the continental slope of the eastern Lakshadweep Sea.
- The discovery was based on six specimens collected from deep-sea trawl landings at the Sakthikulangara fishing harbour in Kollam.
- CMFRI scientist Ratheesh Kumar R led the research, which combined traditional taxonomic analysis with advanced molecular tools to confirm the new species.
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CMFRI annual marine fish landing estimates for 2025 released (Start of May)
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) is an institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The Fishery Resources Assessment, Economics and Extension Division of CMFRI prepares the…
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovers two new marine nematode species off Tamil Nadu coast. (Start of April)
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) researchers identified two new free-living marine nematode species along the Tamil Nadu coast. The findings were published on March 25, 2026, in the international taxonomy journal…
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) ranks India as world's second-largest fish producer (End of June)
India produced 9 per cent of the world’s aquatic animals in 2024, making it the second-largest producer globally after China according to the State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture 2026 report. India led the world in…
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Australia defeats England to win seventh Women's T20 World Cup
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- Australia won a record seventh International Cricket Council (ICC) Women's T20 World Cup title by defeating England by seven wickets.
- The final match was held at Lord's Cricket Ground in London on July 05, 2026.
- England posted a score of 150/4 in 20 overs, while Australia reached 153/3 in 17.1 overs.
- Australia chased 151, which is the highest target ever set in a Women's T20 World Cup final.
- Beth Mooney scored 64 off 49 balls and Phoebe Litchfield scored 48 off 35 balls for Australia.
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England to host expanded ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 (Start of June)
The 10th edition of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s T20 World Cup is scheduled to take place in England and Wales from 12 June to 5 July 2026. The tournament will feature 12 teams for the first time…
Sanju Samson received the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for March 2026 after his performances in the 2026 T20 World Cup knockout stages. Samson scored an unbeaten 97 against the West Indies in a must-win Super…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) launched the inaugural Women's T20I Challenge Trophy in Kigali, Rwanda. The five-team tournament features Rwanda, Italy, Nepal, United States of America (USA), and Vanuatu.
International Cricket Council (ICC) confirms qualification pathway for Los Angeles 2028 (LA28) Olympics (Start of July)
The International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that the Los Angeles 2028 (LA28) Olympics will feature six-team men's and women's T20 competitions. Australia, Great Britain (through England), India, and South Africa…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes India's youngest international debutant
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- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from Samastipur district, Bihar, became India's youngest international debutant during the second T20I against England in Manchester.
- He surpassed the record for India's youngest international debutant previously held by Sachin Tendulkar for nearly 37 years.
- He was signed by the Rajasthan Royals (RR) for ₹1.10 crore, becoming the youngest player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to secure a deal at 13 years of age.
- In IPL 2026, he became the first player to win the Orange Cap, Most Valuable Player, and Emerging Player awards in a single season.
- He scored 776 runs in 16 matches during IPL 2026 and hit 72 sixes, surpassing the record for most sixes in a single IPL season previously held by Chris Gayle.
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India A defeats Sri Lanka A to win Tri-Nation Series (End of June)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a world record for the fastest List A half-century by scoring 50 runs in 11 balls during the Tri-Nation Series final against Sri Lanka A. The previous world record for the fastest List A fifty…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of Rajasthan Royals (RR) broke the record for the most sixes hit by an Indian batter in a single Indian Premier League (IPL) season during the 2026 edition. The 15-year-old reached a total of 43…
Faustino Oro from Argentina became the second youngest Grandmaster in chess history at the age of 12 years, 6 months, and 26 days. He secured his third and final Grandmaster (GM) norm during the Sardinia World Chess…
Ethan Vaz becomes India's 96th Grandmaster (Start of July)
Ethan Vaz became India's 96th Grandmaster (GM) at the age of 14 years, 9 months, and 27 days. He is the third person from Goa to achieve the GM title, following Anurag Mhamal and Leon Mendonca.
Madhya Pradesh records highest GI registrations between April 2025 and March 2026
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- Between April 2025 and March 2026, 125 Geographical Indication (GI) registrations were recorded in India, bringing the total number of registered GIs in the country to 822.
- Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest number of registrations (26), including Khajuraho Stone Craft, Betul Bharewa Metal Craft, Gwalior Paper Mache Craft, Gwalior Stone Craft Handicraft, Sitahi Kutki, Nagdaman Kutki, Baigani Arhar, and Mahakoshal Chhatriya Chawal.
- West Bengal registered 24 GIs, bringing its total to 59, including ‘Jalbhara’ Sandesh, ‘Monohara’, Santiniketan Batik, Santiniketan Ektara, ‘mecha’ Sandesh, Banglar ‘Nolen Gur’, Kanakchur popped rice, clay doll of Krishnanagar, sitalpati of Cooch Behar, Bengal singing bowl, Balagarh boat, and Kolkatti jewellery.
- The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) chair of West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS) secured approximately 13 of the GI registrations for West Bengal.
- Jharkhand registered 11 GIs facilitated by the Jharkhand Silk Textile and Handicraft Development Corporation (JHARCRAFT), including Tussar Silk Sarees, Tribal Jewellery of Jharkhand, Bamboo Crafts of Jharkhand, Jharkhand Dokra Craft, Kuchai Silk Sarees and Fabrics, Bhagaiya Sarees and Fabrics, Dumka Chadar Badoni Puppets, Jharkhand Panchi Parhan Sarees and Fabrics, Kesharia Kalakand, Jharkhand Benam, and Jharkhand Jadupatia Paintings.
- Other states and union territories with registrations include Himachal Pradesh (13), Gujarat (7), Ladakh (7), Assam (6), Uttar Pradesh (5), Rajasthan (5), Tamil Nadu (5), and Goa (5).
- Handicrafts comprise about 53% and agricultural products about 31% of all registered GIs in India, with Uttar Pradesh having the highest total registrations, followed by Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
- GI registration is administered by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act of 1999 and is part of the intellectual property rights under the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property.
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As of May, there are 822 registered Geographical Indication (GI) products in India. Uttar Pradesh leads the country with 83 GI registrations, followed by Tamil Nadu with 76 and West Bengal with 59.
The Indori Malwi potato from Indore district was granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag under the state government's "One District One Product" (ODOP) initiative. A total of 12 regional agricultural products from…
Maharashtra Leads India in Central Government Infrastructure Projects with 215 Initiatives (End of May)
Maharashtra has secured the top position in India with 215 central government projects involving an estimated investment of ₹5.5 trillion. Uttar Pradesh ranks second in the country with 180 central government projects…
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV (PMGSY-IV): ₹1,763.08 crore for rural roads in Madhya Pradesh (Mid of May)
The Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) launched the fourth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) in Bhairunda, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. Under PMGSY-IV, Madhya Pradesh received approval for…
2026 Global Passport Index published on July 5, 2026
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- India ranked 125th out of 197 countries in the 2026 Global Passport Index (GPI), published by Global Citizen Solutions.
- India's overall score improved to 45.1, marking its highest level in five years, having risen from 127th place in 2021.
- Indian passport holders have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 26 destinations, including Bhutan, Nepal, Jamaica, Macau, Palestine, Tunisia, Angola and Barbados.
- India's rankings across the index's three pillars are 136th in Enhanced Mobility, 118th in Quality of Living, and 94th in the Investment Index.
- Sweden secured the first position in the 2026 rankings, while Afghanistan was ranked last.
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India’s passport has secured the 78th position in the latest Henley Passport Index released in May 2026, marking a drop of three positions from its 75th rank in February 2026. Indian passport holders currently have…
14th Passport Seva Divas observed on June 24 (End of June)
The 14th Passport Seva Divas was observed on June 24, 2026, to highlight the role of seamless passport services in national progress. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified that an Indian passport is a travel…
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced a significant increase in passport service charges for both regular and Tatkaal applications, effective from July 1, 2026. For adult applicants in India, the fee for a…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the e-OCI (Electronic Overseas Citizens of India) card in New Delhi for over 50 lakh holders. The e-OCI card allows the entire process of application, document submission, and card…
World Zoonoses Day observed on July 6
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- World Zoonoses Day is observed every year on July 6 to raise awareness about zoonotic diseases, which are infections that spread from animals to humans.
- The day marks the 1885 development of the rabies vaccine by Louis Pasteur.
- Common zoonotic diseases include Rabies, COVID-19, Bird flu (Avian influenza), Swine flu (H1N1), Ebola virus disease, and Lyme disease.
- The day promotes the One Health approach, which connects human health, animal health, and environmental health.
- In India, awareness programmes, health camps, and veterinary initiatives are organised on this day, specifically in rural areas.
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France hosts One Health Summit in Lyon on 7 April 2026 (Start of April)
The One Health Summit will be held in Lyon (France) on 7 April 2026, marking World Health Day. For the first time, Heads of State and Government from around the world will gather to step up the implementation of the One…
Chartered Accountants Day observed on July 1 (Start of July)
Chartered Accountants Day is celebrated annually on July 1 to mark the foundation of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The ICAI was established on July 1, 1949, under the Chartered Accountants Act…
World Bee Day observed on May 20 with theme protecting pollinators and promoting sustainable environmental practices (End of May)
World Bee Day is observed every year on May 20 to create awareness about the importance of bees and other pollinators. The theme for World Bee Day 2026 focuses on protecting pollinators and promoting sustainable…
World No Tobacco Day observed on 31 May (Start of June)
World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on 31 May. The slogan for World No Tobacco Day 2026 is Stop Youth from Nicotine Addiction Until Death.
9,909 Indian World War I soldiers added to official UK records
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- A total of 9,909 Indian soldiers previously missing from the records of those killed during the First World War were added to the official records in the United Kingdom (UK).
- The names were recovered through the Punjab Registers project, a five-year partnership between the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC), UK Punjab Heritage Association, and University of Greenwich.
- The research involved digitising and analysing documents held at Lahore Museum containing service details of approximately 320,000 Punjabi recruits.
- Between July 1914 and November 1918, more than 1.4 million men from the British Indian Army served, including half a million from Punjab consisting of Sikh, Muslim, Hindu, and Christian servicemen.
- The project is part of the CWGC's Non-Commemoration Programme, established in 2021, which has identified more than 20,000 additional names for commemoration.
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The Commonwealth War Grave Commission (CWGC) introduced digital name panels for the Basra Memorial in Iraq. The digital memorial includes the names of 33,000 Indian Army soldiers who died during the First World War.
The Indian War Memorial at Imjingak Park in Seoul was jointly inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and South Korean Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Kwon Oh-eul on 21 May 2026. The memorial commemorates…
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre observed on April 13 (Mid of April)
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred on April 13, 1919, in Amritsar, Punjab, during the Baisakhi festival. The British colonial government had implemented the Anarchical and Revolutionary Crimes Act of 1919, infamously…
India: Actor Ishaan Khatter conferred honorary membership of 45 Cavalry of the Indian Armoured Corps (Mid of May)
Actor Ishaan Khatter was conferred with an honorary membership of the 45 Cavalry of the Indian Armoured Corps. The honour was awarded for his portrayal of a 45 Cavalry officer in the film Pippa and his respect for the…
Neymar Announced Retirement from Brazil National Football Team
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- Neymar announced his retirement from the Brazil national football team on July 5, 2026, following the team's exit from the World Cup.
- The 34-year-old player made his final appearance during a 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- He began his international career on August 9, 2010, in a friendly match against the United States (U.S.) at the same stadium in the Meadowlands.
- During the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup 2026, Neymar scored a penalty in his final game after entering as a substitute.
- His tournament participation was limited to two out of five matches due to a right calf injury, which included a 15-minute appearance against Scotland in the group stages.
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Ben Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket and his role as England Men's Test Captain. His final appearance for England will be the third Rothesay Test Match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
FIFA unveils mascots for 2026 World Cup (Start of June)
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) started the tradition of World Cup mascots in 1966 with Willie. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has announced a total financial distribution of $871 million for the World Cup 2026. The champion of the tournament will receive $50 million in…
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup tournaments. The record was achieved during Portugal's 2026 World Cup Group K match…
Nita Ambani received AAPI Humanitarian Award and Key to the City of Tampa
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- Nita Ambani, Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, was honoured with the AAPI Humanitarian Award by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI).
- The award ceremony was hosted in Tampa, Florida.
- Tampa Mayor Jane Castor presented Nita Ambani with the Key to the City of Tampa, one of the highest civic honours in the United States.
- The AAPI Humanitarian Award recognises contributions across healthcare, education, sports, culture, and community development.
- Reliance Foundation has spearheaded initiatives in healthcare, education, rural transformation, women’s empowerment, disaster response, sports development, and the preservation of India's arts and cultural heritage.
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The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) conferred the 2026 Leadership Award on Sunil Bharti Mittal, the Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises. Mittal was recognised for his contribution to transforming the…
Idris Elba Awarded Knighthood by King Charles III (Start of June)
Actor, producer, and activist Idris Elba was awarded a knighthood by King Charles III during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle. The honour was bestowed in recognition of his services to young people and his years…
Dr. Ch. Srinivasa Rao Received 9th Prof. M.S. Swaminathan Award For Climate-Resilient Agriculture (End of April)
Dr. Ch. Srinivasa Rao received the 9th Prof. M.S. Swaminathan Award For Climate-Resilient Agriculture. The award was instituted by the Retired Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Employees Association in…
Mukesh Ambani and Sunil Bharti Mittal Named Founding Members of AI for Good Global Commission (Start of July)
Mukesh Ambani (Chairman, Reliance Industries), Sunil Bharti Mittal (Chairman, Bharti Airtel), Lakshmi N Mittal (Executive Chairman, ArcelorMittal), and Vishal Talwar (President, FedEx Dataworks) were named founding…
Keiko Fujimori wins Peru's Presidential Election
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- Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of the presidential runoff election in Peru.
- Fujimori received 9,223,000 votes, accounting for 50.135% of the total.
- She defeated nationalist congressman Roberto Sánchez, who received 9,173,000 votes or 49.865%.
- Fujimori is the daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori.
- She will be the ninth president of Peru in 10 years.
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