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Daily Current Affairs: 14 June 2026

Daily current affairs for 14 June 2026 with exam-focused key facts, connected news context, and revision notes for UPSC, SSC, banking and government exams.

Editorial note for exam revision Last updated: 14 June 2026. This briefing is structured for current affairs revision, with key updates and related coverage links to help readers connect recurring topics across days.

Today at a glance

Top current affairs to revise

  1. Sensor Tower Ranks India as World's Largest Digital Wallet Market in Calendar Year (CY) 2025
  2. National Statistics Office (NSO) reports retail inflation at 3.93 per cent for May
  3. India's Position as World's 3rd-Largest Domestic Aviation Market
  4. China Rejects Indian Chilli Consignments Over Methamidophos Pesticide Concerns
  5. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry targets USD 30 trillion economy by 2047
  6. Odisha Cabinet approves revised English spellings for 64 colonial-era place names

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Economy, Banking and Finance5 headlines
  1. Sensor Tower Ranks India as World's Largest Digital Wallet Market in Calendar Year (CY) 2025
  2. National Statistics Office (NSO) reports retail inflation at 3.93 per cent for May
  3. India's Position as World's 3rd-Largest Domestic Aviation Market
  4. China Rejects Indian Chilli Consignments Over Methamidophos Pesticide Concerns
  5. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry targets USD 30 trillion economy by 2047
Open Economy & Banking topic page
Government Schemes and Policy11 headlines
  1. Odisha Cabinet approves revised English spellings for 64 colonial-era place names
  2. Project THRIVE: Incentives for Industrial Relocation in Gujarat
  3. Vision 2031 Policy Roadmap: Kerala to be Made the Most Women-Friendly State
  4. Maharashtra Government to Form Committee for Supporting Children of Single Mothers in Higher Education
  5. Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 to update Mizoram's electoral demographics
  6. Body-worn cameras for RPF personnel to enhance railway security and transparency
  7. Odisha Government announces free and universal education from KG to PG
  8. Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026 to Legally Recognise Women as Independent Farmers
  9. Draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026: Unified Regulatory Framework for Broadcasters
  10. PM MITRA Scheme: Kalaburagi Textile Park Blueprint Finalised
  11. Tripartite MoU for Oil and Gas Exploration to Boost India's Energy Security
Open Schemes & Policy topic page
International, Defence and Summits10 headlines
  1. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) demonstrates multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence system and maiden flight-test of Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR) in June
  2. India and France inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice
  3. Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026 released; India ranks 127th
  4. India and Nepal discuss Janakpur–Ayodhya rail link and passenger train services on June 11-12, 2026
  5. Uttar Pradesh Government to supply indigenous cow milk products to Indian Army on 13 June 2026
  6. India commissions first batch of 17 National Defence Academy-trained women officers on 13 June 2026
  7. India develops indigenous Project Kusha long-range air defence system
  8. India unveils Mission Sudarshan Chakra multi-layer missile defence system on 13 June 2026
  9. Bangladesh deploys armed village guards at border with India on 12 June 2026
  10. India and Bangladesh hold 57th Director General-level Border Coordination Conference from June 8 to June 11
Open International & Defence topic page
Science, Discovery, Tech and Environment5 headlines
  1. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Launches Epigraphical Survey in Nallamala Forest
  2. Prehistoric Cave Dated 300,000 Years Ago Discovered South of Haifa
  3. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Gates Foundation launch Rs 1-crore challenge to combat anaemia
  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Successfully Launches Low-Cost H3 Rocket Variant
  5. UK National Health Service (NHS) to Provide Meningitis B Vaccines to Specific Youth Groups
Open Science & Environment topic page
Sports1 headline
  1. Kane Williamson retires as New Zealand's highest run-getter
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Miscellaneous Current Affairs1 headline
  1. San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026
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People, Positions and Obituaries9 headlines
  1. Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire
  2. Sudarsan Pattnaik wins Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026
  3. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Appointed 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS)
  4. US Movie Critic Gene Shalit Dies
  5. David Hockney Passes Away at Age 88
  6. Gavri Devi Passes Away at 98 as Renowned Mand Folk Singer
  7. Rudra Gaurav Shresth Appointed Ambassador to Turkiye
  8. Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol Passes Away
  9. Jay Clayton Nominated Director of National Intelligence
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  1. Sensor Tower Ranks India as World's Largest Digital Wallet Market in Calendar Year (CY) 2025
  2. National Statistics Office (NSO) reports retail inflation at 3.93 per cent for May
  3. India's Position as World's 3rd-Largest Domestic Aviation Market
  4. China Rejects Indian Chilli Consignments Over Methamidophos Pesticide Concerns
  5. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry targets USD 30 trillion economy by 2047
  6. Odisha Cabinet approves revised English spellings for 64 colonial-era place names
  7. Project THRIVE: Incentives for Industrial Relocation in Gujarat
  8. Vision 2031 Policy Roadmap: Kerala to be Made the Most Women-Friendly State
  9. Maharashtra Government to Form Committee for Supporting Children of Single Mothers in Higher Education
  10. Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 to update Mizoram's electoral demographics
  11. Body-worn cameras for RPF personnel to enhance railway security and transparency
  12. Odisha Government announces free and universal education from KG to PG
  13. Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026 to Legally Recognise Women as Independent Farmers
  14. Draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026: Unified Regulatory Framework for Broadcasters
  15. PM MITRA Scheme: Kalaburagi Textile Park Blueprint Finalised
  16. Tripartite MoU for Oil and Gas Exploration to Boost India's Energy Security
  17. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) demonstrates multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence system and maiden flight-test of Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR) in June
  18. India and France inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice
  19. Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026 released; India ranks 127th
  20. India and Nepal discuss Janakpur–Ayodhya rail link and passenger train services on June 11-12, 2026
  21. Uttar Pradesh Government to supply indigenous cow milk products to Indian Army on 13 June 2026
  22. India commissions first batch of 17 National Defence Academy-trained women officers on 13 June 2026
  23. India develops indigenous Project Kusha long-range air defence system
  24. India unveils Mission Sudarshan Chakra multi-layer missile defence system on 13 June 2026
  25. Bangladesh deploys armed village guards at border with India on 12 June 2026
  26. India and Bangladesh hold 57th Director General-level Border Coordination Conference from June 8 to June 11
  27. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Launches Epigraphical Survey in Nallamala Forest
  28. Prehistoric Cave Dated 300,000 Years Ago Discovered South of Haifa
  29. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Gates Foundation launch Rs 1-crore challenge to combat anaemia
  30. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Successfully Launches Low-Cost H3 Rocket Variant
  31. Kane Williamson retires as New Zealand's highest run-getter
  32. San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026
  33. Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire
  34. Sudarsan Pattnaik wins Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026
  35. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Appointed 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS)
  36. US Movie Critic Gene Shalit Dies
  37. David Hockney Passes Away at Age 88
  38. Gavri Devi Passes Away at 98 as Renowned Mand Folk Singer
  39. Rudra Gaurav Shresth Appointed Ambassador to Turkiye
  40. Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol Passes Away
  41. Jay Clayton Nominated Director of National Intelligence
  42. UK National Health Service (NHS) to Provide Meningitis B Vaccines to Specific Youth Groups
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Headlines 14 June 2026
  1. Sensor Tower Ranks India as World's Largest Digital Wallet Market in Calendar Year (CY) 2025
  2. National Statistics Office (NSO) reports retail inflation at 3.93 per cent for May
  3. India's Position as World's 3rd-Largest Domestic Aviation Market
  4. China Rejects Indian Chilli Consignments Over Methamidophos Pesticide Concerns
  5. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry targets USD 30 trillion economy by 2047
  6. Odisha Cabinet approves revised English spellings for 64 colonial-era place names
  7. Project THRIVE: Incentives for Industrial Relocation in Gujarat
  8. Vision 2031 Policy Roadmap: Kerala to be Made the Most Women-Friendly State
  9. Maharashtra Government to Form Committee for Supporting Children of Single Mothers in Higher Education
  10. Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 to update Mizoram's electoral demographics
  11. Body-worn cameras for RPF personnel to enhance railway security and transparency
  12. Odisha Government announces free and universal education from KG to PG
  13. Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026 to Legally Recognise Women as Independent Farmers
  14. Draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026: Unified Regulatory Framework for Broadcasters
  15. PM MITRA Scheme: Kalaburagi Textile Park Blueprint Finalised
  16. Tripartite MoU for Oil and Gas Exploration to Boost India's Energy Security
  17. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) demonstrates multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence system and maiden flight-test of Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR) in June
  18. India and France inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice
  19. Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026 released; India ranks 127th
  20. India and Nepal discuss Janakpur–Ayodhya rail link and passenger train services on June 11-12, 2026
  21. Uttar Pradesh Government to supply indigenous cow milk products to Indian Army on 13 June 2026
  22. India commissions first batch of 17 National Defence Academy-trained women officers on 13 June 2026
  23. India develops indigenous Project Kusha long-range air defence system
  24. India unveils Mission Sudarshan Chakra multi-layer missile defence system on 13 June 2026
  25. Bangladesh deploys armed village guards at border with India on 12 June 2026
  26. India and Bangladesh hold 57th Director General-level Border Coordination Conference from June 8 to June 11
  27. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Launches Epigraphical Survey in Nallamala Forest
  28. Prehistoric Cave Dated 300,000 Years Ago Discovered South of Haifa
  29. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Gates Foundation launch Rs 1-crore challenge to combat anaemia
  30. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Successfully Launches Low-Cost H3 Rocket Variant
  31. Kane Williamson retires as New Zealand's highest run-getter
  32. San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026
  33. Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire
  34. Sudarsan Pattnaik wins Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026
  35. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Appointed 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS)
  36. US Movie Critic Gene Shalit Dies
  37. David Hockney Passes Away at Age 88
  38. Gavri Devi Passes Away at 98 as Renowned Mand Folk Singer
  39. Rudra Gaurav Shresth Appointed Ambassador to Turkiye
  40. Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol Passes Away
  41. Jay Clayton Nominated Director of National Intelligence
  42. UK National Health Service (NHS) to Provide Meningitis B Vaccines to Specific Youth Groups
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Economy, Banking and Finance

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Sensor Tower Ranks India as World's Largest Digital Wallet Market in Calendar Year (CY) 2025

Key Updates:

  • India recorded over 440 million digital wallet app downloads in Calendar Year (CY) 2025, maintaining its position as the world's largest market for the third consecutive year.
  • PhonePe emerged as the most-downloaded digital wallet app globally in 2025, while Paytm also featured among the top three global downloads according to Sensor Tower.
  • The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) processed 228.5 billion transactions in 2025, marking a 33 per cent year-on-year increase with a total transaction value of ₹299.7 trillion.
  • India’s digital wallet market was valued at $20.1 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $75.8 billion by 2035, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 14.2 per cent.
  • The top digital wallet apps in India by downloads for 2025 were PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM), Super.money, and FamApp.

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National Statistics Office (NSO) reports retail inflation at 3.93 per cent for May

Key Updates:

  • The National Statistics Office (NSO) reported India's retail inflation rate for May at 3.93 per cent, up from 3.48 per cent in April, marking the fifth print under the updated 2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI) series.
  • The Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) rose to 4.78 per cent in May from 4.2 per cent in April, driven by price increases in tomatoes (48.43 per cent), coconut (44.36 per cent), and ginger (32.49 per cent).
  • Rural inflation increased to 4.25 per cent in May from 3.74 per cent in April, while urban inflation rose to 3.53 per cent from 3.16 per cent.
  • The transport division recorded a rise of 1.75 per cent in May, compared to -0.01 per cent in the preceding month.
  • The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) upgraded its inflation forecast for FY27 to 5.1 per cent from the previous estimate of 4.6 per cent.

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India's Position as World's 3rd-Largest Domestic Aviation Market

Key Updates:

  • India has emerged as the world's 3rd-largest domestic aviation market.
  • The metro rail network in India has expanded from 248 kilometres to over 1,095 kilometres and now reaches 26 cities.
  • The total number of operational airports across the country has increased to over 164 through various government initiatives.
  • The Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN) scheme has been credited with turning the dream of air travel into reality for common citizens.

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China Rejects Indian Chilli Consignments Over Methamidophos Pesticide Concerns

Key Updates:

  • China has rejected chilli consignments from three Indian exporters due to the presence of methamidophos at excessive levels.
  • Methamidophos is an organophosphate pesticide that is not approved for use by growers in India.
  • The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) describes methamidophos as one of the most acutely toxic organophosphate pesticides.
  • The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) notes that methamidophos can enter the human body through ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact.
  • The chemical interferes with the functioning of acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme responsible for regulating nerve signals.

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China resumes buying broken rice from India (Mid of April)

China has resumed buying broken rice from India after previously rejecting several shipments. The Rice Exporters Association of India (TREA) offers broken rice at $300-310 FOB.

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry targets USD 30 trillion economy by 2047

Key Updates:

  • Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal stated that India aims to become a developed country by 2047 with an economy of approximately USD 30 trillion.
  • India has entered into 9 free trade agreements (FTAs) in the last 3-3.5 years, covering 38 countries.
  • The growth strategy involves strategic partnerships with developed regions including Europe, the US, Canada, Israel, Gulf countries, Australia, and New Zealand.
  • These international alliances aim to provide foreign nations access to India's market of 1.4 billion consumers while attracting capital into the Indian ecosystem.
  • The government is leveraging initiatives like Make in India and business-friendly reforms to strengthen India's position in global supply chains.

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Government Schemes and Policy

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Odisha Cabinet approves revised English spellings for 64 colonial-era place names

Key Updates:

  • The Odisha state Cabinet approved revised English spellings for 64 places across 26 districts to restore them to their Odia phonetic forms.
  • The initiative was undertaken to preserve and promote the linguistic heritage, cultural identity, and historical authenticity of Odisha.
  • A high-level committee headed by Jnanpith Awardee Dr Pratibha Ray examined the proposals and recommended the revised spellings after gathering public feedback.
  • The state government will notify the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to update official records in agencies including the Survey of India, Indian Railways, department of posts, and the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India.
  • The revised spellings include Cuttack to Kataka, Balasore to Baleshwar, Angul to Anugola, Berhampur to Brahmapur, Deogarh to Debagada, Aul to Aali, Keonjhar to Kendujhar, and Jeypore to Jayapur.

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Odisha Day (Utkal Divas) celebrated on April 1 (Start of April)

Odisha Day is celebrated on April 1 every year to mark the formation of Odisha as a separate province on April 1, 1936. Odisha became the first state in India to be formed on a linguistic identity.

Project THRIVE: Incentives for Industrial Relocation in Gujarat

Key Updates:

  • The Gujarat government proposed Project Transition for Harmonized Relocation and Inclusive Vibrant Economy (THRIVE) to encourage industries within municipal corporation limits to relocate outside urban areas.
  • Under the framework, a minimum of 10 industrial units can jointly establish a private industrial estate outside the jurisdiction of an Urban Development Authority (UDA), or relocate independently.
  • Relocated units will be treated as new units for government incentives and will receive a wage support subsidy of ₹5,000 per employee per month for six months.
  • The state government will reimburse 50% of the development cost to the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) if it establishes a new estate specifically for relocating industries.
  • GIDC will obtain blanket environmental clearances for relocation estates to eliminate the need for individual units to secure separate environmental clearances.

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Vision 2031 Policy Roadmap: Kerala to be Made the Most Women-Friendly State

Key Updates:

  • The United Democratic Front (UDF) government in Kerala proposed the Vision 2031 policy roadmap to transform the state into the most women-friendly state in India.
  • The roadmap introduces the Avalkkoppam scheme to prevent domestic violence and dowry harassment and provides legal status to Jagratha Samitis (vigilant committees).
  • A specialized task force and additional fast-track courts will be established to investigate crimes against children and ensure time-bound convictions under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
  • The policy moots new legislation for Kerala on the lines of the Disha Act in Andhra Pradesh to prevent crimes against women and expedite trials.
  • Safety initiatives include the launch of a Distress Alert App for emergencies, night-time pink buses for women, and a smart safety network of vehicles equipped with Global Positioning System (GPS).

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Maharashtra Government to Form Committee for Supporting Children of Single Mothers in Higher Education

Key Updates:

  • The Maharashtra Higher and Technical Education Department is establishing a committee to examine support measures for children of single mothers in colleges, universities, and technical institutions.
  • Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil initiated the proposal to explore strengthening support systems within Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
  • A survey conducted by the department identified approximately 14,000 students from single-mother households across various educational institutions in the state.
  • Proposed measures include introducing a specific category in admission forms for data accuracy, sensitising institutions, and providing priority in hostel allotments.
  • Larger financial measures such as fee concessions and scholarships will be integrated into the broader Ekal Mahila policy being formulated by the state Women and Child Development Department.

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Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 to update Mizoram's electoral demographics

Key Updates:

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) is conducting a month-long Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls for 2026 in Mizoram.
  • The door-to-door verification and enrolment drive is scheduled to conclude on June 28.
  • For the first time, the ECI is implementing online application submission for the SIR using a designated Booth Level Officer (BLO) mobile application.
  • Mizoram's electoral roll for 2025 consists of 8,75,068 registered voters, including 4,51,671 female and 4,23,397 male voters.
  • BLOs are conducting visits in remote villages of Lawngtlai and Lunglei districts that are accessible only by boat.

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Body-worn cameras for RPF personnel to enhance railway security and transparency

Key Updates:

  • The railways introduced GPS-enabled body-worn cameras for Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel in the Samastipur division of the East Central Railway (ECR).
  • The ECR has deployed 37 body cameras and procured an additional 20 GPS-enabled devices for round-the-clock surveillance across railway stations and trains.
  • The cameras are directly linked to the master security control room at the ECR headquarters in Hajipur to enable real-time monitoring and tracing of personnel.
  • The devices are specifically intended for RPF personnel deputed in railway yards and train escort teams deployed on long-distance trains.
  • The cameras feature enhanced memory card storage to record interactions and incidents for use in impartial investigations into complaints or disputes.

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Odisha Government announces free and universal education from KG to PG

Key Updates:

  • 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 backward sections.
  • The provision of free education in government colleges and universities is estimated to cost the state exchequer nearly ₹30 crore annually.
  • The state government plans to appoint more than 45,000 teachers in the coming years, in addition to over 26,000 teachers recruited during the past two years.
  • Four new universities will be set up in Odisha to expand higher education capacity.

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Jharkhand Achieves Zero Primary Dropout Rate in 2024-25 (Start of May)

Jharkhand recorded a 0% primary dropout rate in 2024-25 according to data from the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) and a NITI Aayog report released on 8 May 2026. The primary dropout rate…

Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026 to Legally Recognise Women as Independent Farmers

Key Updates:

  • The Maharashtra government will introduce the Maharashtra Women Farmers Empowerment Bill, 2026, to grant women engaged in agriculture independent legal recognition as farmers.
  • The legislation aims to provide women farmers direct access to government schemes, institutional credit, subsidies, insurance, and social security benefits, noting that women constitute over 81 per cent of the state's agricultural workforce.
  • The bill expands the definition of agriculture to include dairy farming, poultry, beekeeping, fisheries, sericulture, horticulture, floriculture, mushroom cultivation, agro-forestry, and forest produce collection.
  • Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed officials to explore the creation of a Maharashtra State Women Farmers Fund and a digital system for distributing crop loans, seeds, and fertilisers.
  • The state government plans to solarise 22,185 rural water supply schemes via the Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA), including 11,643 schemes under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM).

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Krishi Sakhi Initiative Launched to Empower Women Farmers (End of March)

The Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited (AIC) launched the Krishi Sakhi initiative on 18 March to empower women farmers and promote inclusive growth. The initiative aligns with the United Nations (UN)…

Draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026: Unified Regulatory Framework for Broadcasters

Key Updates:

  • The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) released the draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026, to bring television channels, radio stations, DTH operators, and other broadcasting services under a single regulatory framework under the Telecommunications Act, 2023.
  • The proposed rules consolidate six existing policy frameworks covering television channels, DTH services, Headend-in-the-Sky (HITS) operators, private FM radio, community radio, and IPTV services into one harmonised set of rules.
  • Television channels must air at least 30 minutes of daily content on education, health, agriculture, science, environmental protection, and national integration, while private FM radio stations must broadcast at least one hour of programming on national importance and social relevance.
  • Radio stations are required to ensure at least 20% of daily programming is local content, with authorisations valid for 10 years for TV channels, DTH operators, teleports, and community radio, 15 years for private FM radio, and 20 years for DTH and HITS distribution services.
  • Broadcasters seeking renewal must have committed no more than five violations of programme and advertising codes, and any change in ownership resulting in a change of control or management requires prior government approval.

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PM MITRA Scheme: Kalaburagi Textile Park Blueprint Finalised

Key Updates:

  • Karnataka has finalised the first-phase infrastructure blueprint and administrative framework for the mega textile park in Kalaburagi under the Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) scheme.
  • The state government earmarked ₹75 crore for the project in the 2026-27 budget, and the park is estimated to attract investments of over ₹1,800 crore.
  • The first phase spans nearly 1,000 acres near Honna Kiranagi, Nadisinnur, and Firozabad villages and follows the "5F" vision: Farm to Fibre, Fibre to Factory, Factory to Fashion, and Fashion to Foreign.
  • The project is expected to generate more than one lakh direct jobs and between two to three lakh indirect employment opportunities.
  • The park is located in the Kalyana Karnataka region, comprising Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Raichur, Bidar, and Vijayapura districts, and will feature a 2.5 MLD Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) with Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) technology.

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Tripartite MoU for Oil and Gas Exploration to Boost India's Energy Security

Key Updates:

  • 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 Disputed Area Belt (DAB) along the Assam-Nagaland border, covering more than 1,000 sq km.
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) established a coordinated framework to ensure operational continuity, safety, and security of personnel and assets for mineral oil operations.
  • Assam accounts for nearly 22% of India's crude oil reserves and around 15% of the country's natural gas reserves, while Nagaland possesses hydrocarbon potential in the Naga-Schuppen Belt of the Assam-Arakan Basin.
  • The agreement aims to increase oil production capacity from the Northeast from the current 1,000–1,500 barrels per day by more than tenfold.

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Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) demonstrates multi-layered Ballistic Missile Defence system and maiden flight-test of Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR) in June

Key Updates:

  • 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 interceptor missiles accurately engaged and neutralised their designated targets during the BMD trials.
  • The tests have placed India in an elite group of nations possessing BMD capability to engage up to Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs).
  • DRDO also conducted the maiden flight-test of the Naval Anti-Ship Missile-Medium Range (NASM-MR), enhancing maritime strike options for the Indian armed forces.
  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and associated teams, while DRDO Chairman Rajesh Kumar Singh closely monitored the trials.

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India and France inaugurate Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice

Key Updates:

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated Bharat Innovates 2026, a three-day global deep tech showcase and accelerator initiative organised by India's education ministry in Nice.
  • The maiden edition of Bharat Innovates features more than 120 leading deep-tech startups from India and more than 15 Indian higher education institutions.
  • The event was announced during President Macron's February trip to India as part of the 'India-France Year of Innovation'.
  • The participating startups focus on 13 frontier technology themes: semiconductors, biotechnology, space and defence, healthcare and medtech, advanced computing (artificial intelligence, cloud, quantum), next-gen communications, advanced materials and critical minerals, manufacturing and Industry 4.0, energy, sustainability and climate, smart cities and mobility, blue economy, agri and food technologies, and disaster management and resilience.
  • Prime Minister Modi attended the Group of Seven (G7) Summit as an invitee in Evian, marking India's 13th participation and his seventh consecutive appearance at the event.

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Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026 released; India ranks 127th

Key Updates:

  • Iceland has retained its position as the world's most peaceful country for the 19th consecutive year.
  • The top 10 safest countries are Iceland, New Zealand, Switzerland, Slovenia, Ireland, Austria, Portugal, Singapore, Finland, and Japan.
  • India fell to 127th place in the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026, down from 115th in 2025.
  • India's overall peacefulness score declined by 2.9% compared to the previous year.
  • Poland registered the biggest improvement among all countries with a 9.1% score increase, securing 22nd place globally.

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World Press Freedom Index 2026 released on 30 April 2026 (Start of May)

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  • India and Nepal held discussions on expanding cross-border railway connectivity during the 10th Project Steering Committee and 8th Joint Working Group meetings in Kathmandu on June 11 and 12, 2026.
  • The meetings focused on the preparation of standard operating procedures for launching passenger train services on the Janakpur–Ayodhya section.
  • The progress of the Final Location Survey report for the Raxaul–Kathmandu broad gauge rail link was reviewed.
  • The Jaynagar–Bijalpura–Bardibas and Jogbani–Biratnagar railway lines are being developed with Indian assistance.
  • Technical support was discussed for the East–West Railway Link intended to connect Nepal's southern Terai districts.

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Uttar Pradesh Government to supply indigenous cow milk products to Indian Army on 13 June 2026

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  • The Uttar Pradesh (UP) government has initiated a programme to supply high-protein dairy products derived from indigenous cow breeds to the Indian Army.
  • A premium dairy supplement known as Skyr, produced using Danish and Icelandic dairy technologies, is being provided to personnel for its high protein and low fat content.
  • The dairy products are manufactured from the milk of indigenous breeds, specifically Gir and Sahiwal, using modern ultra-filtration technology and advanced processing methods.
  • The product portfolio includes Skyr, Greek yogurt, gelato ice cream, Skyr powder, yogurt powder, paneer, and ghee produced at an advanced facility in Noida.
  • An additional modern cattle facility with a capacity of 500 indigenous cows is being developed in Aligarh to expand production and support cow conservation initiatives.

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India commissions first batch of 17 National Defence Academy-trained women officers on 13 June 2026

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  • A total of 17 women cadets from the 148th course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) were commissioned as officers, marking the first time women have joined the forces with a permanent commission.
  • The Indian Army commissioned nine women officers during the Passing Out Parade of the 158th Regular Course at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, reviewed by President Droupadi Murmu.
  • The Indian Air Force (IAF) commissioned five women officers at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal, as part of the 217th Course reviewed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
  • Three women officers were commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala, following the Spring Term 2026 Passing Out Parade on 28 May 2026.
  • This milestone follows an interim order passed by the Supreme Court (SC) in August 2021, which allowed eligible women to take the entrance exams conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

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India develops indigenous Project Kusha long-range air defence system

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  • Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the inaugural ceremony of the Advanced Weapon System Complex at the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in Hyderabad.
  • Project Kusha is an indigenous, long-range Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) defence system being developed by the DRDO to act as a protective shield for India.
  • The system features three interceptor variants with ranges of 150 km, 250 km, and 400 km, and is designed to protect against stealth aircraft, drones, and hypersonic weapons.
  • The air defence system is slated for operational deployment between 2028 and 2030 and has already demonstrated its importance during Operation Sindoor.
  • Under Operation Sindoor, the Indian armed forces destroyed terror camps at nine known locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir last year.

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India unveils Mission Sudarshan Chakra multi-layer missile defence system on 13 June 2026

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  • Mission Sudarshan Chakra is a multi-level missile defence system designed to protect military installations, critical infrastructure, and civil establishments.
  • The mission was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 2025 Independence Day address.
  • The system features three-layered protection to provide a robust protective shield for assets of vital importance.
  • The announcement was made during the inauguration of an Advanced Weapon System Complex at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) within the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex.
  • The Defence Minister cited the performance of indigenous DRDO systems, including Akash and BrahMos, during Operation Sindoor as evidence of India's defence R&D capabilities.

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Bangladesh deploys armed village guards at border with India on 12 June 2026

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  • The Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) has deployed armed village defence volunteers and personnel from Bangladesh Ansar and the Village Defence Party at more than a dozen spots along the international border in West Bengal and Tripura.
  • These deployments are primarily located in the Bangladeshi border districts of Chapainawabganj, Thakurgaon, and Dinajpur.
  • India shares a total border of 4,096.70 km with Bangladesh, with West Bengal sharing the longest stretch at 2,216.7 km.
  • The Border Security Force (BSF) maintains at least 1,185 border outposts along the border and arrests between 1,500-2,000 illegal immigrants annually.
  • The chiefs of the BSF and BGB commenced their scheduled biannual conference in New Delhi on Monday to discuss illegal push-ins and border-related matters.

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India and Bangladesh hold 57th Director General-level Border Coordination Conference from June 8 to June 11

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  • The 57th director general-level border coordination conference between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) was held from June 8 to June 11.
  • The meeting took place at the BSF headquarters in New Delhi, with the Indian delegation led by BSF Director General Praveen Kumar and the Bangladesh delegation led by BGB Director General Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui.
  • Both forces discussed measures to prevent trans-border crimes, including the smuggling of narcotics, arms, counterfeit currency, gold, and other contraband, as well as illegal border crossings and human trafficking.
  • The BSF and BGB agreed to strengthen coordinated patrols, enhance vigil, improve real-time information sharing, and intensify joint efforts against trans-border criminal networks.
  • The two delegations adopted a policy of zero tolerance towards transborder crimes and insurgent activities, concluding the event with the signing of the Joint Record of Discussions on June 11.

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Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Launches Epigraphical Survey in Nallamala Forest

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  • The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has launched an extensive epigraphical survey in the Nallamala forest region.
  • The survey aims to identify and document ancient inscriptions from the 11th to 16th centuries CE to reveal the historical, social, and cultural significance of the area.
  • The ASI epigraphy wing is searching for stone inscriptions, copper plates, and other historical records, particularly along ancient routes leading towards Srisailam.
  • The survey teams are focusing on forest stretches spread across the districts of Kurnool, Nandyal, Prakasam, and Palnadu.
  • This is the first major survey of its kind conducted by the ASI in the Nallamala forest tiger reserve region.

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Gajapati Dynasty Inscriptions Discovery: 14 March 2026 (Mid of March)

A 15th-century Telugu medieval inscription belonging to the Gajapati rulers of Odisha was discovered at the Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. The inscription identifies Kumaraguru Mahapatra as a…

Prehistoric Cave Dated 300,000 Years Ago Discovered South of Haifa

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  • Archaeologists discovered a prehistoric cave near the town of Fureidis, south of Haifa, dated between 400,000 and 250,000 years ago.
  • The site is associated with the Acheulo-Yabrudian cultural complex and belongs to a period near the end of the Lower Palaeolithic.
  • Recovered artefacts include flint implements such as small handaxes, scrapers, and blade-like tools, as well as evidence of fire through hearths.
  • Animal remains found at the site include bones from ancient horses, gazelles, and fallow deer.
  • The excavation is part of a research programme developed by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) and the University of Haifa.

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Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Gates Foundation launch Rs 1-crore challenge to combat anaemia

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  • The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Gates Foundation have launched a Rs 1-crore Grand Challenge to develop iron-rich food products for adolescent girls and women of reproductive age.
  • The initiative targets anaemia, which affects approximately 50% of adolescent girls and women of reproductive age in India.
  • Grants of up to Rs 1 crore are available for prototype development over a duration of one year.
  • The challenge seeks products delivering 4-5 mg of iron per serving in formats such as fortified snacks, bars, chikkis, savoury bites, beverages, gummies, and chewables.
  • Successful products may be integrated into schools, community programmes, Anganwadi networks, and commercial retail channels to support the Anaemia Mukt Bharat initiative.

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Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Successfully Launches Low-Cost H3 Rocket Variant

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  • 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 liquid-fuel LE-9 engines and no rocket boosters.
  • The vehicle successfully separated six small satellites developed by universities and other organisations.
  • The H3 rocket is co-developed by JAXA and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to replace the previous mainstay H-2A rocket.
  • JAXA aims to launch the H3 six to eight times annually and has a Mars mission planned for 2028.

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UK National Health Service (NHS) to Provide Meningitis B Vaccines to Specific Youth Groups

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  • The National Health Service (NHS) will provide a two-dose vaccine against meningitis B to pupils in their final year of secondary school and 18- to 25-year-olds entering university or residential further education for the first time.
  • Eligibility for the vaccine extends to individuals born between 1st September 2007 and 31st August 2008 and those under 25 starting university.
  • In England, the vaccinations will be administered via community pharmacies, with appointments becoming available from the end of July.
  • The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) decided that offering the meningitis B jab as a routine vaccine for all teenagers is not cost-effective.
  • While the meningitis B vaccine is targeted, all teenagers are currently offered the MenACWY vaccine, which protects against other strains of the disease.

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World AIDS Vaccine Day observed on May 18 (Mid of May)

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Kane Williamson retires as New Zealand's highest run-getter

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  • Kane Williamson retired from international cricket with immediate effect after a 16-year career.
  • He is New Zealand's all-time leading international run-scorer with 19,346 runs, including 48 centuries and six double-centuries.
  • He led New Zealand to victory in the inaugural World Test Championship in 2021, securing the nation's first major International Cricket Council (ICC) world title.
  • Williamson made his Test debut against India in Ahmedabad in November 2010.
  • His career statistics include 110 Tests (9,515 runs), 175 ODIs (7,256 runs), and 93 T20Is (2,575 runs).

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San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026

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  • The San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2026 is one of the world's most prestigious blind-tasting competitions for spirits.
  • GianChand Indian Single Malt Whisky was awarded a Double Gold medal at the SFWSC 2026.
  • GianChand Manshaa and Kadamba Indian Single Malt Whisky Agave Barrel Finish received Silver medals at the SFWSC 2026.
  • Indian brands Amrut, Paul John, Rampur, Indri, and Godawan have won awards at the International Spirits Challenge, the International Whisky Competition, and the International Wine & Spirit Competition.
  • India is the biggest whisky-drinking country in the world.

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Miss Sake India 2026 Crowned in Mumbai on April 17, 2026 (Mid of April)

Nishita Yogesh Antarkar from Mumbai was crowned Miss Sake India 2026 at an event hosted by Hirohama India Private Limited (Hirohama India). The competition serves as a platform for cultural exchange and selects a…

Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 concludes in Delhi on Sunday (Start of April)

Bharat Tribes Fest 2026, organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs in association with Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED), concluded on Sunday at Sunder Nursery in New Delhi. The…

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Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire

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  • Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire with a total net worth of $1.11tn (£828bn) according to the Bloomberg rich list.
  • Space Exploration Technologies Corp (SpaceX) listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a valuation of $2.2tn, raising $75bn through its initial public offering (IPO).
  • Musk holds a 42% ownership stake in SpaceX, with his shares in the company valued at $767.1bn at the close of trade.
  • Musk's wealth includes $168bn in Tesla shares and $116.4bn in Tesla options.
  • Musk led the Department for Government Efficiency (Doge) for several months last year and was responsible for the closure of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

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Elon Musk tops Forbes Billionaires List in June 2026 (Start of June)

Elon Musk retained his position as the world's richest person with a total net worth of $835 billion, adding $53 billion to his fortune in May 2026. Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle, recorded the highest monthly…

Sudarsan Pattnaik wins Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026

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  • Sudarsan Pattnaik, a sand artist from Odisha, became the first Indian to win the Russia Grand Sand Master Cup 2026.
  • The award was presented at the II International Festival of Sand Sculpture in Kaliningrad, Russia, which opened on 11 June 2026.
  • Pattnaik won the cup for a three-metre-tall sculpture based on the theme of global warming.
  • The Government of India honoured Pattnaik with the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian award, in 2014.
  • Pattnaik set a Guinness World Record in 2017 for the world's tallest sand castle at Puri beach.

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India wins U-18 Asia Cup 2026 hockey men's title (Start of June)

The Indian U-18 men's hockey team defeated Japan 4-1 in the final held in Kakamigahara, Japan, to win the U-18 Asia Cup 2026. Ashish Tani Purti was named Player of the Match in the final and finished as the tournament's…

R Praggnanandhaa wins Norway Chess title (Start of June)

R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess title since the tournament's inception in 2013. The 20-year-old player from Chennai finished the tournament with a total of 18 points.

Mayank Chakraborty becomes India’s 94th Chess Grandmaster (Mid of March)

Mayank Chakraborty secured his final GM norm by defeating Philip Lindgren in the eighth round of the Hotel Stockholm North by First Hotels Young Talents tournament in Sweden. He won the tournament with a score of 7.0/9…

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth Appointed 31st Chief of the Army Staff (COAS)

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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 General Upendra Dwivedi who is scheduled to retire from service on the same date.
  • An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla, Lt Gen Seth was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986.
  • Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, currently the Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy), has been appointed as the Military Adviser in the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS).
  • Lt Gen Ghai succeeds General N. S. Raja Subramani and is the first serving three-star officer to be appointed to this position since its revival in 2018.

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US Movie Critic Gene Shalit Dies

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  • Gene Shalit, a veteran US movie critic, died at the age of 100.
  • He was known for his personalised segment called Critics Corner on the Today show of the National Broadcasting Company (NBC).
  • Shalit's television career on the Today show spanned from the 1970s until his retirement in 2010.
  • Prior to his television career, he served as a senior film critic for Look Magazine and wrote columns for the New York Times, Ladies' Home Journal, and TV Guide.
  • He authored an anthology titled Great Hollywood Wit, which was published in 2002.

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Mal Anderson Dies Aged 91 (Mid of May)

Mal Anderson was an Australian tennis player who died at the age of 91. He was the first unseeded player to win the US Open men's singles title, achieving the victory in 1957.

David Hockney Passes Away at Age 88

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  • British artist David Hockney, a defining figure in contemporary art and the Pop art movement, passed away at the age of 88 in London in June 2026.
  • He received his artistic training at the Bradford School of Art and London’s Royal College, where he graduated with a Gold Medal distinction.
  • In 2018, his painting Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures) sold for $90.3 million in New York, setting a record for a living artist at auction at that time.
  • Hockney was recognised for his multimedia approach to image making, which included painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and stage design.
  • He integrated modern technology into his work by using iPads for digital art since 2010 and collaborating with developers to create custom-made applications.

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KP Dhanapalan passes away at 76 (Start of June)

KP Dhanapalan, a senior Congress leader and former Member of Parliament, passed away at the age of 76 at a private hospital in Paravur, Ernakulam. He was elected to the Lok Sabha in 2009 from the Chalakudy constituency.

Gavri Devi Passes Away at 98 as Renowned Mand Folk Singer

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  • Renowned Mand folk singer Gavri Devi passed away at the age of 98 at her residence in Pali, Rajasthan.
  • She was a prominent exponent of Mand singing, which is one of the oldest music traditions originating from Rajasthan.
  • One of the most popular songs performed by the singer during her career is titled More Bole Re.
  • Mand singing is a traditional folk art form that blends storytelling with melodious notes, with Kesariya Baalam being the most recalled song in this style.
  • Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma stated that her contribution to the preservation and promotion of folk art gave the cultural traditions of Rajasthan a new identity.

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Suman Kalyanpur Passes Away Playback Singer (Start of June)

Suman Kalyanpur, a playback singer of Hindi cinema, passed away on 31 May at the age of 89 at her residence in Lokhandwala, Mumbai. She made her debut with the song Ek dil, do hain talabgaar in the film Darwaaza (1954).

Annapurna Devi Honoured with Special Cover by India Post (Mid of March)

India Post released a special cover to commemorate the birth centenary of the legendary Surbahar player and Indian classical musician Annapurna Devi. The special cover was released on 9 March 2026 at the Kolkata General…

Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92 (Mid of April)

Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 on 12 April. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai due to extreme exhaustion and a chest infection prior to her demise.

Rudra Gaurav Shresth Appointed Ambassador to Turkiye

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  • The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) appointed Rudra Gaurav Shresth as India's next Ambassador to the Republic of Turkiye.
  • Shresth is a 1999-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer.
  • He assumed charge as the Indian Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran in May 2023.
  • He served as India's High Commissioner to Mozambique from 2016 to 2019 and worked in diplomatic missions in France, Mauritius, Afghanistan, Singapore, and Bhutan.
  • He previously served as the Director of the Foreign Secretary's office at the MEA and spent three years on deputation to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

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Vipul Appointed India's Next Ambassador to Saudi Arabia (Start of June)

Vipul, a 1998-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, has been appointed as India's next ambassador to Saudi Arabia. He is currently serving as India's envoy to Qatar, a position he has held since August 2023.

Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol Passes Away

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  • Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol of Thailand died at the age of 47 at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital in Bangkok.
  • She was the eldest of King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s seven children and initiated the Kamlangjai or Inspire campaign to rehabilitate imprisoned Thai women.
  • She served as the ambassador of Thailand to Austria from 2012 to 2014 and as the attorney general of Udon Thani Province.
  • She was appointed as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in 2017.
  • Her efforts led the United Nations (UN) General Assembly to adopt the Bangkok Rules on care and conditions for female prisoners in 2010.

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Rahul Arunoday Banerjee Passed Away Bengali Actor (End of March)

Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee passed away at the age of 43 due to accidental drowning at Talsari Beach in Digha. The incident occurred on Sunday, 29 March, near the Odisha-West Bengal border during the filming of…

Jay Clayton Nominated Director of National Intelligence

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  • President Donald Trump nominated Jay Clayton as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI).
  • Jay Clayton previously served as the chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York.
  • The DNI is responsible for overseeing the coordination of 18 intelligence agencies.
  • Clayton is nominated as the permanent replacement for Tulsi Gabbard, who announced her resignation.
  • The United States Senate is the body responsible for the confirmation of the nomination.

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