Thursday, May 28

Daily Current Affairs: 28 May 2026

Daily current affairs for 28 May 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: 28 May 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. Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) announces Atal Pension Yojana (APY) crosses 9 crore enrolments with AUM over ₹54,000 crore
  2. Supreme Court upholds 28% retrospective Goods and Services Tax (GST) on online gaming
  3. Cushman & Wakefield ranks India as second-largest data center market in Asia Pacific
  4. Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs launches SIDBI initiatives and Credit Cards for Micro Enterprises
  5. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) increases stake in Central Bank of India to 6.06 per cent
  6. India Semiconductor Mission launches investor support portal to boost confidence

Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) announces Atal Pension Yojana (APY) crosses 9 crore enrolments with AUM over ₹54,000 crore

Key Updates:

  • Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) organised the APY Annual Felicitation Programme in New Delhi, recognising 53 APY Service Providers, 10 State Level Bankers' Committees, top 5 bank branches, and Lead District Managers for FY 2025–26.
  • Atal Pension Yojana (APY) crossed 9 crore gross enrolments and Assets Under Management (AUM) exceeding ₹54,000 crore; a record 1.35 crore subscribers were added during FY 2025–26.
  • Women's participation under APY reached a record 55.14% in FY 2025–26; the scheme recorded highest-ever annual enrolment with significant rise in the 18–25 age group.
  • Top performing Public Sector Banks: State Bank of India (116%), Union Bank of India (105%), UCO Bank (105%), Indian Bank (104%), Bank of Maharashtra (103%).
  • Top performing Regional Rural Banks: Jharkhand Rajya Gramin Bank (288%), Tripura Gramin Bank (185%), Meghalaya Rural Bank (163%), Punjab Gramin Bank (153%), Assam Gramin Vikash Bank (152%).

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Atal Pension Yojana (APY): Exceeds 9 Crore Subscribers (End of April)

The Atal Pension Yojana (APY), a flagship social security scheme of the central government, exceeded 9 crore total gross enrolments on April 21, 2026. The APY is administered by the Pension Fund Regulatory and…

Supreme Court upholds 28% retrospective Goods and Services Tax (GST) on online gaming

Key Updates:

  • The Supreme Court bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan upheld the 28% retrospective Goods and Services Tax (GST) on online gaming.
  • The court held that online gaming activities involving staking upon uncertain outcomes constitute betting and gambling for the purpose of GST framework.
  • The Supreme Court ruled that the GST levy on online gaming is constitutionally valid and does not transgress Articles 366(12) and 366(12A) of the Constitution.
  • The top court was hearing an appeal by the Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (Headquarters) against a Karnataka High Court judgement.
  • The Karnataka High Court had quashed a GST department show cause notice issued to GamesKrraft Technologies Pvt Ltd seeking payment of Rs 21,000 crores dues, and the Supreme Court had stayed that High Court decision in May 2023.

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Cushman & Wakefield ranks India as second-largest data center market in Asia Pacific

Key Updates:

  • Cushman & Wakefield ranks India as the second-largest data center market in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region with 1.6 GW of operational capacity.
  • India is among the top three markets by development pipeline with 3.1 GW under construction and planned.
  • The Indian data center ecosystem includes Mumbai as a primary market, Hyderabad, Chennai, Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), and Pune as secondary markets, and Bengaluru as a tertiary market.
  • Hyderabad is ranked as the top secondary market in APAC and ninth globally among secondary markets.
  • Mumbai is expected to surpass 1 GW of operational capacity by the end of 2026.
  • Over 10.5 GW of capacity in India remains at the land stage, with a data center density of approximately 943,000 people per MW.
  • India's data center vacancy declined to 12.9% as of Q4 2025, and Vizag is positioning itself as a future AI hub.
  • Dallas is ranked as the world's leading primary data center market in the 2026 edition, followed by Atlanta, Virginia, Columbus, and Johor.

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Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs launches SIDBI initiatives and Credit Cards for Micro Enterprises

Key Updates:

  • The Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs launched several initiatives at the 37th Foundation Day of the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) in Mumbai, highlighting a capital infusion of ₹5,000 crore by the Government of India (GoI).
  • The GoI introduced the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 to support Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) affected by the West Asia conflict.
  • The SIDBI RRB Co-Lending Portal was launched to operationalise partnerships between SIDBI and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) to improve credit flow in rural and underserved areas.
  • The SIDBI MachFin Mart was introduced as a digital platform for MSMEs to access machinery through a structured marketplace supporting price discovery, standardisation, technology adoption, and embedded loan sanction.
  • The Modernisation of Rural Enterprises (MoRE) initiative aims to support 10,000 rural micro and artisanal units over the next three years through cluster-based interventions.
  • The Department of Financial Services (DFS) launched the Credit Cards for Micro Enterprises programme, providing a limit of ₹5 lakh for Udyam-registered micro enterprises to access working capital financing.

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Mission Sikkim Organics Launched with ₹360 Crore Outlay (Mid of May)

Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched Mission Sikkim Organics with a total programme outlay of ₹360 crore during the 51st Statehood Day of…

Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) increases stake in Central Bank of India to 6.06 per cent

Key Updates:

  • LIC has raised its shareholding in Central Bank of India from 3.16 per cent to 6.06 per cent.
  • LIC acquired 26.26 crore shares, representing a 2.901 per cent stake, through a market purchase.
  • The transaction for the additional stake in the public sector lender was executed on 22 May 2026.
  • The total equity holding of LIC in the state-owned bank reached 6.06 per cent after the acquisition.
  • Shares of Central Bank of India closed at ₹31.29 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), representing a decrease of 0.03 per cent.

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India Semiconductor Mission launches investor support portal to boost confidence

Key Updates:

  • The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) announced the launch of an online investor support portal by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).
  • The portal, launched under the Semicon India Programme, provides investors with information on government schemes, policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • A total of 12 fabrication and packaging projects and 24 semiconductor design projects have been approved under the Semicon India Programme.
  • The platform offers a secure, role-based, single-window digital interface to facilitate streamlined coordination and time-bound resolution of investor grievances.
  • Amitesh Kumar Sinha serves as the Additional Secretary of MeitY and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ISM.

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Andhra Pradesh 'Farm to Home' model and Purvodaya scheme for horticulture development

Key Updates:

  • Andhra Pradesh is implementing a "farm to home" model to ensure fruits and vegetables reach consumers directly from farmers through Farmers' Producer Organisations (FPOs).
  • The Rayalaseema region will be developed as a horticulture hub under the Purvodaya scheme with ₹40,000 crore in government investments for infrastructure and ₹60,000 crore in private investments.
  • The state government approved the procurement of 200 mechanised boats for coastal fishermen at an estimated cost of ₹240 crore.
  • The foundation stone for the Indian School of Agriculture at Madanapalle is scheduled to be laid in July.
  • The government released ₹3 crore for the operationalisation of the Central Food Testing Laboratory at Pulivendula and proposed establishing a Cocoa City at Yadavolu in East Godavari district.

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Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill 2026 passed by Assam Assembly

Key Updates:

  • The Assam Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, to establish a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships irrespective of religion.
  • Assam is the third state in India to adopt a Uniform Civil Code, following Uttarakhand and Gujarat.
  • The legislation exempts any person belonging to the Scheduled Tribes residing in Assam from its application.
  • The Bill seeks to ban polygamy and makes the registration of live-in relationships compulsory.
  • Punitive measures include seven years of imprisonment for bigamy or polygamy and three months in jail for failing to register a live-in relationship.

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Key Updates:

  • The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (MoCFPD) announced amendments to the Legal Metrology (Government Approved Test Centre) Rules, 2013.
  • The scope of Government Approved Test Centres (GATC) has been expanded to include verification and re-verification of five fuel dispensing systems: Petrol/Diesel, CNG, LPG, LNG, and Hydrogen dispensers.
  • GATCs are now authorised to undertake verification and re-verification of a total of 23 categories of weights and measures under the Legal Metrology framework.
  • The verification fee is fixed at ₹5,000 per nozzle for petrol and diesel dispensers, and ₹10,000 per nozzle for CNG, LPG, LNG, and Hydrogen dispensers.
  • Officers of the rank of Joint Secretary and above have been authorised to exercise powers under the Rules to enable quicker processing of approvals.

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AYUSHEXCIL and Spices Board of India Sign MoU for Global Wellness Leadership

Key Updates:

  • The Ayush Export Promotion Council (AYUSHEXCIL) and the Spices Board of India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi to integrate India's wellness traditions with modern global markets.
  • The MoU was formally signed by Dr Anurag Sharma, Chairman of AYUSHEXCIL, and Shri M. S. Manivannan, Secretary of the Spices Board of India, in the presence of Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav.
  • A key component of the partnership is the Spice and Heal initiative, which serves as a global branding campaign to combine the medicinal value of Indian spices with the therapeutic strengths of Ayurveda.
  • The collaboration focuses on quality enhancement, scientific validation, product traceability, and international market development for herbal extracts, nutraceuticals, and advanced Ayurvedic formulations.
  • The agreement aims to empower Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), startups, and rural communities by establishing internationally accepted quality benchmarks and regulatory frameworks.

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Maritime Reform Utsav and Digital Governance Initiatives by MoPSW

Key Updates:

  • Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) Sarbananda Sonowal announced the 'Maritime Reform Utsav' to commemorate 12 years of reforms and growth in the maritime sector.
  • The MoPSW will develop an integrated digital platform and mobile application under the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) to provide real-time service delivery and digital documentation.
  • These initiatives are aligned with the national vision of 'Viksit Bharat 2047' to transform India into a modern and globally competitive maritime power.
  • A dedicated monitoring and coordination committee will be constituted to ensure the expeditious disposal of grievances, court cases, and legal matters.
  • The ministry will accelerate the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data-driven monitoring mechanisms to improve operational efficiency and transparency across the maritime sector.

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9th Indian Ocean Conference – 10 to 12 April 2026 (Mid of April)

The 9th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC 2026) was inaugurated in Port Louis, Mauritius and will run from 10 to 12 April 2026. The conference is organised by India Foundation in association with the Government of Mauritius…

National Maritime Day observed on April 5 (Start of April)

National Maritime Day is observed in India on April 5 to commemorate the historic voyage of the country's first modern merchant ship. India possesses a coastline stretching over 7,500 kilometres and handles approximately…

India and Canada aim to conclude Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) talks by end of 2026

Key Updates:

  • India and Canada are negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the goal of concluding talks by the end of 2026.
  • The proposed agreement aims to triple bilateral trade between the two nations from $17 billion to $50 billion by 2030.
  • Union Minister Piyush Goyal met with Mark Carney to review progress and explore opportunities for a fair, equitable, and balanced trade roadmap.
  • The negotiations focus on key sectors including energy, agri-food, technology, education, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications.
  • Recent high-level visits have helped reset relations following the 2023 killing of a Sikh activist in Canada.

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India and Nordic Nations Elevate Ties to Strategic Partnership at 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo

Key Updates:

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo, Norway, alongside the Prime Ministers of Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.
  • The nations established a Strategic Partnership focused on Green Technology and Innovation, integrating India's talent pool with Iceland's geothermal energy and fisheries, Norway's Blue Economy and Arctic affairs, Sweden's advanced manufacturing and defence capabilities, Finland's telecommunications and digital technologies, and Denmark's cybersecurity and health-tech.
  • The partnership aims to enhance linkages among universities, laboratories, and start-up ecosystems, while deepening cooperation in Arctic and polar research.
  • India-Nordic trade in goods and services reached USD 19 billion in 2024, consisting of USD 9.4 billion in exports and USD 9.6 billion in imports.
  • Economic cooperation is driven by the India-European Union (EU) Free Trade Agreement and the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with Norway, Iceland, and other European Free Trade Association (EFTA) nations since 2025.
  • Over 700 Nordic companies operate in India, while 150 Indian companies are present in the Nordic region.
  • Finland will host the next Nordic India Summit.

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India hosts International Big Cat Alliance Pre-Summit in Bhopal on May 22, 2026

Key Updates:

  • The International Big Cat Alliance Pre-Summit was inaugurated by Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav and Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav in Bhopal on May 22, 2026.
  • The event was organised at the Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) to mark International Biodiversity Day.
  • Indore has been declared a Wetland City, and India has currently declared 94 Ramsar sites against a target of 100.
  • The Madhya Pradesh government announced that wildlife rescue centres will be established near all tiger reserves in the state.
  • The 'India’s Biodiversity Report 2026' and several digital initiatives were released during the summit.

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World Health Organisation (WHO) concludes 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva

Key Updates:

  • 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”.
  • Member states adopted more than 20 decisions and 13 resolutions on issues including stroke, tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance, emergency care, haemophilia, precision medicine, and radiation.
  • The assembly agreed to reform the global health architecture through a member state-led joint process hosted by the WHO.
  • WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that achieving global health goals will require political commitment, sustained financing, and continued cooperation.

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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…

Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) Releases Blueprint to Counter AI-Assisted Cyberattacks

Key Updates:

  • The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) released the "Blueprint for Reducing Exposure and Defending against AI-Assisted Vulnerabilities Exploitation in Digital Infrastructure" on May 25, 2026.
  • CERT-In has mandated that companies fix, block, or reduce risks from known security flaws affecting internet-facing systems and 'crown-jewel' assets within 12 hours wherever possible.
  • The blueprint specifies that critical vulnerabilities exposed to the internet must be fixed within one day, internal system flaws being exploited within 24 hours, and high-severity vulnerabilities within five days.
  • The first two phases of the agency's three-step plan focus on vulnerability assessments, multi-factor authentication (MFA), security logging, patching critical flaws, monitoring, threat detection, cloud security, and AI governance.
  • The final phase of the suggested plan includes red-team exercises, cyber resilience testing, and security automation.

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JNCASR Bengaluru develops CLEAR technology for high-resolution protein mapping

Key Updates:

  • The Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), developed the Cleavable Light-Erased Antibody Reporter (CLEAR) technology.
  • The CLEAR platform functions as a biological chalkboard, enabling the mapping of an unprecedented number of proteins within a single tissue sample to overcome the spectral limit of conventional imaging.
  • The technology utilizes a 365-nanometer (nm) LED ultraviolet light pulse to snap chemical bonds of fluorescent markers, allowing more than 98% of the signal to be washed away in under two minutes.
  • A research team led by Prof. Sarit S. Agasti validated the platform in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) to study coordinated cellular restructuring in immune systems.
  • This imaging method is designed to improve diagnostics for aggressive cancers and neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s by creating multi-layered molecular maps.

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Long-tailed Duskhawker Dragonfly Rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh After 110 Years

Key Updates:

  • The rare dragonfly species known as the Long-tailed Duskhawker (Gynacantha khasiaca) was rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh after a period of 110 years.
  • The species was spotted inside the Namdapha National Park and Tiger Reserve during a field survey conducted in October 2024 at Deban along the Miao–Vijaynagar road.
  • The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) currently lists the species as Data Deficient due to limited information on its habitat, population, and distribution.
  • The rediscovery was documented in the Journal of Threatened Taxa by a team of researchers including Mahesh R, Rajesh Gopinath, Gaurav Joshi, and Roshan Upadhyaya.
  • Prior to this sighting, the dragonfly was last officially recorded in the Abor Hills region of Arunachal Pradesh in 1914.

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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…

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Awards Contracts for Lunar Base Development

Key Updates:

  • The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awarded contracts worth $220 million each to Lunar Outpost and Astrolab for building autonomous lunar rovers.
  • Blue Origin was selected to deliver these rovers to the moon using its uncrewed cargo moon lander, Mark 1, with each landing and delivery valued at $234 million.
  • Firefly Aerospace will use its Elytra spacecraft to transport the first drones to the moon under the Moonfall programme to map prospective landing and base sites.
  • NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced a framework to invest more than $20 billion over the next seven years to establish a permanent lunar base.
  • The first phase of the lunar base project will involve 25 launches and 21 landings to deliver four metric tons of cargo to the surface of the moon.

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India Tests Critical Infrastructure for Vulnerabilities to Anthropic PBC's Mythos AI

Key Updates:

  • India is testing sensitive public-facing financial and government application software for vulnerabilities to the next-generation Mythos AI model developed by Anthropic PBC.
  • Indian technology firms Infosys Ltd. and Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) are conducting tests, with Infosys focusing on patching its Finacle banking software.
  • The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) is testing key digital infrastructure, including the Aadhaar national ID program and government login systems.
  • Specific government systems managed by tech firms include the service-tax system run by Infosys and the passport system run by TCS.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is leading discussions with the United States government to secure access to Mythos in a secure setup based within India.

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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) unveils three-phase plan for permanent moon base; three missions planned for this year

Key Updates:

  • The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) unveiled a three-phase plan to establish a permanent moon base with a budget of USD 20 billion.
  • NASA aims to land astronauts on the moon in 2028 as part of the Artemis-III mission.
  • Moon Base-I mission, planned for later this year, will use Blue Origin's Blue Moon Mark 1 Endurance lander to deliver equipment including Stereo Cameras for Lunar Plume-Surface Studies and a Laser Retroreflective Array to the Shackleton Connecting Ridge.
  • Moon Base-II mission will deliver over 1,100 pounds of cargo on Astrobotic's Griffin lander, including Astrolab's FLIP rover.
  • Moon Base-III mission will carry NASA's Lunar Vertex science mission to study lunar swirls, along with payloads from the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Korean Space Agency.

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Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) identifies 191 cockroach species in India

Key Updates:

  • A study conducted by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Prof Ramkrishna More College has identified 191 species of cockroaches in India.
  • The research highlights that 60% of the cockroach species found in the country are endemic to the region.
  • Scientists have developed the first and largest DNA barcode reference library for the cockroaches of peninsular India.
  • The collaborative effort between the ZSI and Prof Ramkrishna More College aims to categorise the biodiversity of these insects.
  • The study focuses on the genetic documentation and identification of cockroach species specifically within peninsular India.

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Google launches Google AI Educator Series (GES) for teacher training in India

Key Updates:

  • Google announced the Google AI Educator Series (GES) at the Education World Forum 2026 in London to train school and higher education teachers on the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as Gemini.
  • The initiative involves partnerships with the governments of Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Assam, the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh, and the Punjab School Education Board to provide mobile-first AI training.
  • The training modules will be localised into six Indian languages, specifically Assamese, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Odia, and Punjabi, during the first year of pilot projects.
  • The programme aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which identifies AI as a critical area for teacher training, flexible learning, and technology integration across subjects.
  • Google previously collaborated with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU) to develop India’s first AI-enabled state university.

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Kimi Antonelli wins Canadian Grand Prix

Key Updates:

  • Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes won the Canadian Grand Prix, marking his fourth successive victory.
  • Following the win, Antonelli holds a 43-point lead at the top of the drivers' championship.
  • Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari secured second place, while Max Verstappen of Red Bull finished third, achieving his first podium of the year.
  • George Russell of Mercedes retired from the lead on lap 30 due to a power-unit problem.
  • The Formula 1 (F1) series will next compete in the Monaco Grand Prix in Monte Carlo from 5-7 June.

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Swara Lakshmi becomes Women's International Master (WIM)

Key Updates:

  • Swara Lakshmi Nair became the second chess player from Karnataka to achieve Women's International Master (WIM) status.
  • Isha Sharma was the first chess player from Karnataka to become a Women's International Master (WIM).
  • Swara Lakshmi is the first Women's International Master (WIM) from the city of Bengaluru.
  • She is 19 years old.

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R Vaishali wins FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 (Mid of April)

Indian Grandmaster Vaishali Rameshbabu won the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 held in Cyprus. Vaishali defeated Kateryna Lagno in the final round to secure the title and a spot…

PM Modi showcases tribal heritage through cultural gifts on 26 May 2026

Key Updates:

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a traditional Gond painting from Madhya Pradesh to Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden.
  • Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni received a Muga Silk stole from Assam, which possesses a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
  • A Shirui Lily stole, crafted by the Tangkhul Naga community of Manipur, was presented to the Italian Prime Minister.
  • PM Modi gifted Black Rice, locally known as Chak-Hao, from Manipur to the Queen Mother of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
  • Muga Silk is renowned for its natural golden sheen and durability, representing the centuries-old weaving tradition of Assam.

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International Day of Yoga (IDY) observed on June 21

Key Updates:

  • The 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) will be observed on 21 June 2026.
  • The IDY was adopted by the United Nations (UN) in 2014 following an initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
  • The Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), under the Ministry of Ayush, will organise the Yoga Mahotsav – 25-Day Countdown to IDY 2026 at the Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.
  • The Ministry of Ayush is conducting a 100-day nationwide countdown campaign in collaboration with 100 institutions across 100 locations.
  • Under the Yoga 365 Days initiative, MDNIY, the Ministry of Ayush, and Habuild are conducting a 100-day free Yoga training campaign with over two lakh registered Yoga Mitras.

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Yoga for Air Travel Protocol Launched for In-Flight Wellness (End of March)

The Ministry of Ayush launched a 5-minute in-flight wellness protocol titled Yoga for Air Travel during the Yoga Mahotsav 2026. Prataprao Jadhav, Union Minister of State for Ayush, introduced the initiative designed for…

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister releases novel Bazaar on May 23, 2026

Key Updates:

  • Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu released the second edition of the novel titled Bazaar authored by Niranjan Dev Sharma.
  • The novel Bazaar chronicles significant social and political events occurring between the years 1971 and 1992.
  • Author Niranjan Dev Sharma is a resident of Kullu and an alumnus of Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).
  • HPU signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cosmo Ferrites Limited to promote research in green energy, advanced magnetic materials, ferrite nanomaterials, high-frequency ferrites for Electric Vehicle (EV) power electronics, antenna miniaturisation, and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) shielding materials.
  • Professor Mahavir Singh serves as the Vice-Chancellor of HPU and is an expert in ferrite and nanotechnology research.

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Book 'Apnapan' to be released on May 26 (Mid of May)

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the release of his new book titled Apnapan. The book chronicles the 35-year-long association and experiences of Shivraj Singh Chouhan with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

World Schizophrenia Day observed on May 24

Key Updates:

  • World Schizophrenia Day is observed annually on May 24 to educate people about the disorder and combat associated stigma and misconceptions.
  • The day was first declared by the National Schizophrenia Foundation in the late 1990s, when it was known as National Schizophrenia Awareness Day.
  • The date honours Dr. Philippe Pinel, a French physician who ordered the unshackling of psychiatric patients in a Paris asylum on May 24, 1793.
  • Schizophrenia is a mental disorder characterised by episodes of psychosis, with major symptoms including hallucinations, paranoia, delusions, and confused thinking.
  • The book A Road Back from Schizophrenia: A Memoir is written by Arnhild Lauveng.

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Commonwealth Games Day observed on May 24 with theme "A New Icon for a Fitter India - Pedalling to 2030"

Key Updates:

  • Commonwealth Games (CWG) Day will be celebrated nationwide on May 24, 2026, at more than 8,000 locations through Fit India Sundays on Cycle.
  • The 75th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle will be organised in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with the theme "A New Icon for a Fitter India - Pedalling to 2030".
  • The event will be led by Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi.
  • The core message of the campaign is "Fitness Apnao, Khel Sanskriti Badhao", and the nationwide fitness mantra is "Fitness ka Dose, Aadha Ghanta Roz".
  • Participants include actor Ayushmann Khurrana and medallists Rajani Etimarpu (Hockey), Gurjit Kaur (Hockey), Sonika Tandi (Hockey), Ankur Mittal (Shooting), Trupti Murgunde (Badminton), and Anjum Modgil (Shooting).

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Elias George Appointed Part-time Chairman of Federal Bank

Key Updates:

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the appointment of Elias George as the part-time chairman of Federal Bank.
  • The appointment is for a three-year term effective from May 23, 2026.
  • Elias George was an independent director on the board of Federal Bank before assuming the role of part-time chairman.
  • He is a former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer who served in Union ministries and the Kerala government.
  • His previous roles include additional chief secretary to the Government of Kerala, chief executive officer of the Kochi Metro Rail project, and chairman of the Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority.

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Reserve Bank of India (RBI) mandates 3-year cooling-off period for Urban Co-operative Bank directors

Key Updates:

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has capped the continuous tenure of directors in Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) at 10 years.
  • A mandatory three-year cooling-off period is required before a director can be reappointed to the board of the same UCB through election, co-option, or any other route.
  • These norms were issued via the Reserve Bank of India (Urban Co-operative Banks - Governance) Amendment Directions, 2026 on May 25, 2026.
  • The amended directions modify the Reserve Bank of India (Urban Co-operative Banks - Governance) Directions, 2025 and come into force with immediate effect.
  • Under the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025, the maximum continuous tenure for UCB directors was increased from eight years to 10 years effective August 1, 2025.

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Rohit Rajpal appointed as India's Chef de Mission for Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Key Updates:

  • Rohit Rajpal has been appointed as India's Chef de Mission for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, scheduled to be held from July 23 to August 2.
  • Ravi Bengani is the Deputy Chef de Mission, while Vandana Rao and Rahul Swami will travel as general team managers for the Indian contingent.
  • The senior leadership delegation includes Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president P T Usha, CEO Raghuram Iyer, and Vignesh Vengalil Ujjwal.
  • Rohit Rajpal is an Executive Committee member of the IOA and vice-president of the All India Tennis Association (AITA).
  • Special guests attached to the Indian delegation include M C Mary Kom, Kamalpreet Kaur, Sunaina Kumari, and Rajlaxmi Singh Deo.

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