Current Affairs 02 June 2026
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International Current Affairs
India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into force on 1 June 2026, marking a significant milestone in bilateral economic and trade relations between India and Oman.
Key Highlights
- The India–Oman CEPA was signed on 18 December 2025 in Muscat.
- It entered into force on 1 June 2026 after both countries completed their internal ratification processes.
- Oman is India’s second-largest trading partner in the Gulf region.
- Bilateral trade between India and Oman reached USD 11.18 billion in FY 2025–26.
Major Benefits of CEPA
Trade in Goods
- 99.38% of India’s exports to Oman will receive duty-free access.
- Expected to boost exports of Gems & Jewellery, Textiles, Leather and Footwear, Marine Products, Pharmaceuticals, Engineering goods, and Processed foods.
Professional Mobility
- Business visitors can stay up to 90 days.
- Independent professionals can stay up to 180 days.
- Intra-Corporate Transferees (ICTs) can stay up to 4 years.
Sensitive Sectors Protected by India
India excluded several sensitive sectors from tariff concessions, including dairy products, cereals, fruits, vegetables, edible oils, spices etc.
Science and Technology
Scientists Reconstruct 4,000 Years of Climate History of Majuli Island
Scientists from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP) have reconstructed nearly 4,000 years of climate, vegetation, and flood history of Majuli Island, the world’s largest inhabited river island.
Key Highlights
- The study reconstructed environmental changes from 4040 to 500 years before present (BP).
- Researchers collected a 150 cm sediment core from the Sakali Wetland on Majuli Island.
- The study used:
- Pollen analysis (Palynology) to reconstruct past vegetation.
- Grain-size analysis to understand river dynamics, flood intensity, and sediment transport.
- This is the first comprehensive palaeoecological reconstruction of Majuli Island.
About Majuli Island
- Located in Assam.
- Situated between the Brahmaputra River (south and east) and the Subansiri River (west)
- Recognized as the world’s largest inhabited river island.
- A major centre of Neo-Vaishnavite culture founded by Srimanta Sankardeva.
- Included in the UNESCO Tentative List for World Heritage status.
Schemes
MAHA Water Mission
The Government of India launched the ANRF–Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) MAHA Water Mission with a total outlay of ₹200 crore to promote research, innovation, startups, and MSMEs in the water sector.
Key Highlights
- The programme will be implemented jointly by Anusandhan National Research Foundation and the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
- Total Mission Outlay: ₹200 crore over five years.
- Selected research consortia can receive funding of up to ₹20 crore.
What is MAHA Water Mission?
MAHA stands for Missions for Advancement in High-Impact Areas. ANRF has launched MAHA missions in strategic sectors such as Electric Vehicles, Drones, Medical Technologies, 6G communications, and water.
Objectives of the MAHA Water Mission
- Promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the water sector.
- Support startups, MSMEs, universities, and research institutions.
- Develop scalable and sustainable water-management solutions.
- Strengthen India’s long-term water security.
Five Priority Themes
- Water Resource Assessment and Sustainable Management
- Drinking Water
- Water Quality and Ecological Health
- Water Use Efficiency and Circular Economy
- Climate Resilience and Adaptation
About ANRF
- Supports mission-oriented research and innovation across India.
- ANRF stands for Anusandhan National Research Foundation.
- Established to expand research funding opportunities beyond a few premier institutions.
Sports
Indian Premier League 2026
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to win the championship for the second consecutive year. The IPL 2026 final was played at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
IPL 2026 Award Winners
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Most Valuable Player (MVP) | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Orange Cap (Most Runs) | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Purple Cap (Most Wickets) | Kagiso Rabada |
| Emerging Player | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Super Striker (Highest Strike Rate) | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Most Sixes | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Most Fours | Sai Sudharsan |
| Most Dot Balls | Mohammed Siraj |
| Catch of the Season | Manish Pandey |
| Fair Play Award | Punjab Kings |
About IPL
- The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India.
- It was launched in 2008.
- The tournament follows a franchise-based model and is among the world’s most valuable sports leagues.
Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026
The 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships took place from May 28 to May 31, 2026, at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground in Hong Kong, China. Team India finished 2nd overall. The standout athlete was Pooja Singh, who won gold in the women’s high jump by clearing 1.93 metres. India secured a historic total of 19 medals (10 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze) at the 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026.
Miscellaneous
Suman Kalyanpur Passes Away
Veteran Indian playback singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away on 31 May 2026 at the age of 89. She was one of the most celebrated playback singers in Indian cinema and was known for her melodious songs in Hindi and several regional languages.
Major Awards and Honours: Mirchi Music Lifetime Achievement Award (2022), Padma Bhushan (2023), Maharashtra Bhushan Ma Ta Sanman Puraskar (2024)
BRO’s Project UDAYAK Celebrates 37th Raising Day
Project UDAYAK of the Border Roads Organisation celebrated its 37th Raising Day on 1 June 2026, highlighting its role in developing strategic road infrastructure along the India–China and Indo–Myanmar border regions. The project operates in eastern Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam.
Daily Current Affairs Quiz
Q1. Who won the Purple Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season?
A. Jofra Archer
B. Bhuvaneshwar Kuamr
C. Kagiso Rabada
D. Rashid Khan
Show Answer
Answer: C. Kagiso Rabada
Explanation: Kagiso Rabada of Gujarat Titans won the Purple Cap in IPL 2026 by finishing as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker. The Purple Cap is awarded annually to the bowler who takes the most wickets during an IPL season.
Q2. India finished at which position in the medal tally of the 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026 held in Hong Kong?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
Show Answer
Answer: B. Second
Explanation: India achieved its best-ever performance at an overseas continental junior athletics meet by finishing second in the medal tally with 10 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze medals (19 total) at the 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026 in Hong Kong, China.
Q3. Suman Kalyanpur, who passed away recently, was best known for her contributions in which field?
A. Classical Dance
B. Playback Singing
C. Film Direction
D. Sports Journalism
Show Answer
Answer: B. Playback Singing
Explanation: Suman Kalyanpur was a renowned Indian playback singer, best known for her work in Hindi cinema. She sang numerous popular songs in Hindi and several regional languages during a career spanning over six decades.
Q4. Which of the following countries is India’s second-largest trading partner in the Gulf region?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. United Arab Emirates
C. Oman
D. Qatar
Show Answer
Answer: C. Oman
Explanation: Oman is India’s second-largest trading partner in the Gulf region. The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which came into force on 1 June 2026, is expected to further strengthen bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two countries.
Q5. Project UDAYAK of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), recently seen in the news, primarily operates in which region of India?
A. Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
B. Rajasthan and Gujarat
C. Eastern Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam
D. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
Show Answer
Answer: C. Eastern Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam
Explanation: Project UDAYAK is a project of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) responsible for the development and maintenance of strategic road infrastructure in eastern Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam. It plays a crucial role in enhancing connectivity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and the Indo–Myanmar border.
Q6. The MAHA Water Mission, recently launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), has a total outlay of:
A. ₹100 crore
B. ₹150 crore
C. ₹200 crore
D. ₹500 crore
Show Answer
Answer: C. ₹200 crore
Explanation: The ANRF–Ministry of Jal Shakti MAHA Water Mission was launched with a total outlay of ₹200 crore over five years to support research, innovation, startups, MSMEs, and technology-driven solutions in the water sector.
Q7. Majuli Island, recently seen in the news for a climate reconstruction study, is situated between which of the following rivers?
A. Ganga and Yamuna
B. Brahmaputra and Subansiri
C. Godavari and Pranhita
D. Narmada and Tapi
Show Answer
Answer: B. Brahmaputra and Subansiri
Explanation: Majuli Island in Assam, the world’s largest inhabited river island, is situated between the Brahmaputra River and the Subansiri River. The island is highly vulnerable to flooding and riverbank erosion and is an important centre of Neo-Vaishnavite culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the India–Oman CEPA, and when did it come into force?
The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is a bilateral free trade agreement aimed at enhancing trade, investment, and economic cooperation between India and Oman. It was signed on 18 December 2025 in Muscat and came into force on 1 June 2026.
Why is Majuli Island so famous?
Majuli Island, located in Assam, is recognised as the world’s largest inhabited river island. It is a major centre of Neo-Vaishnavite culture founded by Srimanta Sankardeva and is included in UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage status.
What is the MAHA Water Mission?
The MAHA Water Mission is a ₹200-crore initiative launched jointly by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and the Ministry of Jal Shakti to promote research, innovation, startups, and technology-driven solutions in the water sector.
Who won the Orange Cap and Purple Cap in IPL 2026?
Orange Cap (Most Runs): Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Purple Cap (Most Wickets): Kagiso Rabada
What is Project UDAYAK?
Project UDAYAK is a strategic infrastructure project of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) responsible for constructing and maintaining roads and other infrastructure in eastern Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared for competitive exam preparation using publicly available information.
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