Weekly Current Affairs (July 2026 – Week 2) – Exam Revision Notes
1) International Current Affairs
Teesta River – India Monitors Bangladesh–China Discussions on TRCMRP
India stated that it will factor all related developments while formulating its approach to the Teesta River issue after Bangladesh and China discussed the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) during Bangladesh Chief Adviser-designate Tarique Rahman’s visit to China.
Keiko Fujimori Wins Peru’s Presidential Election – First Woman President by Popular Vote
Keiko Fujimori, leader of the Popular Force (Fuerza Popular) party, was declared the winner of Peru’s 2026 Presidential Election after defeating Roberto Sánchez with 50.135% of the vote. She became the first woman elected by popular vote as President of Peru, on her fourth attempt at the presidency.
PM Modi’s Visit to Indonesia – 14 MoUs, BrahMos Cooperation, ONDC Architecture
India and Indonesia signed 14 MoUs/Agreements and announced six major initiatives deepening cooperation in defence, space, technology, healthcare, education, and digital connectivity. The visit further strengthened the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
| Area | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Defence | BrahMos Missile System Cooperation | Air-to-Air Missile Cooperation Agreement |
| Culture | India to assist in conservation of Prambanan Temple Complex, Yogyakarta | “Tagore–Dewantara Year of Cultural and Educational Diplomacy” announced |
| Education | IIM Bangalore to establish branch campus at Singhasari SEZ, Indonesia |
| Digital Commerce | Indonesia will launch Indonesia Open Network (ION) based on India’s ONDC architecture (powered by Beckn Protocol — open-source decentralised protocol) |
| Agriculture | India to supply 100 tonnes of DWR-162 wheat seeds to Indonesia |
PM Modi’s Visit to Australia – Civil Nuclear Agreement Operationalised, 3 Antiquities Returned
India and Australia strengthened their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with a wide range of agreements in defence, maritime security, energy, critical technologies, education, mining, and cyber security.
| Outcome | Detail |
|---|---|
| Defence & Security | Signed Joint Declaration on Defence and Security Cooperation (JDDSC) replacing the 2009 Joint Declaration on Security |
| Maritime | Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap (MSCR) adopted | MoU between ICG and Australia’s Maritime Border Command (MBC) |
| Nuclear | India–Australia Civil Nuclear Agreement (2014) operationalised — enables supply of uranium from Australia to India |
| Cyber & Tech | Australia–India PACTS (Partnership for Cyber, Critical Technologies and Supply Chains) launched |
| Mining | Centre of Excellence in Mining and METS established at NSTI, Bhubaneswar |
| Education | Flinders University campus in Bengaluru | Victoria University campus in Gurugram |
| Antiquities Returned | Nandi (vehicle of Lord Shiva) | Trident with Bhadrakali | Six-headed Skanda (Kartikeya) |
2) National Current Affairs
Assam Produces and Auctions India’s First Commercial Matcha Tea
Chota Tingrai Tea Estate, Tinsukia district, Assam, successfully produced and auctioned India’s first commercially produced matcha tea. The inaugural batch of 5 kg was sold at the Guwahati Tea Auction Centre for ₹3,000 per kg, marking India’s entry into the premium matcha tea market.
PM Modi Inaugurates CG Semi OSAT Facility at Sanand, Gujarat – India 2nd Largest Mobile Phone Manufacturer
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the CG Semi OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) facility at Sanand, Gujarat. The facility has an initial production capacity of 20 crore chips annually, with a target of 500 crore chips per year in future. The project is a collaboration between Indian, Japanese, and Thai companies.
PM Modi Visits Rajasthan – Rajasthan Refinery Dedicated; India 4th Largest Refining Nation
PM Modi visited Balotra, Rajasthan, and dedicated the Rajasthan Refinery to the nation, along with inaugurating and laying foundation stones for development projects worth approximately ₹1.06 lakh crore. India has now become the world’s fourth-largest refining nation, with refining capacity expected to expand further.
Assam Assembly Introduces Hindi as an Official Language of the House
The Assam Legislative Assembly decided to introduce Hindi as an official language of the House from the Budget Session beginning on 6 July 2026. The decision was approved by the General Purpose Committee. The Assembly will now have four official languages: Assamese, English, Bodo, and Hindi.
Gujarat Launches Data Centre Policy 2026–29 – ₹6 Lakh Crore Investment, 7.5 GW Capacity
The Gujarat government launched its first-ever Data Centre Policy 2026–29 in Gandhinagar, aiming to attract investments worth ₹6 lakh crore and create 7.5 GW of data centre capacity. Incentives include capital and interest subsidies, power tariff assistance, reimbursement of State GST, and exemptions from stamp duty and registration charges.
3) Andhra Pradesh Current Affairs
Nethanna Bharosa – AP Announces Early Rollout of Handloom Weavers Welfare Scheme
The AP government announced the early rollout of the ‘Nethanna Bharosa’ scheme to strengthen the livelihood of handloom weavers. Announced during the golden jubilee celebrations of APCO at Mangalagiri by the Handlooms and Textiles Minister.
| Detail | Fact |
|---|---|
| Previous Scheme | Replaces YSR Nethanna Nestham (₹24,000 annually) |
| Annual Assistance | ₹25,000 per year to eligible handloom weavers |
| Free Electricity | 200 units for handlooms | 500 units for power looms |
| Policy Announced | First announced on National Handloom Day (7 August 2025) |
| APCO Recognition | APCO recently received the SKOCH Award for its digitalisation initiatives |
‘Mee Mart’ Initiative – Modernising the Public Distribution System in AP
The AP government launched the ‘Mee Mart’ initiative to modernise the Public Distribution System (PDS) by transforming fair price shops into community retail centres. The first Mee Mart was inaugurated by Food and Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar at Lalupuram, Guntur district. Aims to provide quality consumer goods at prices lower than the open market while creating an additional source of income for fair price shop dealers.
Srikakulam District to Get Airport under UDAN Scheme
Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh is set to receive a full-fledged airport under the Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) scheme. The proposed airport will be developed in Mandasa mandal of the Uddanam region. The project forms part of the Union government’s plan to develop 100 new airports between 2026 and 2036 under the UDAN scheme.
4) Polity & Governance
Supreme Court – Every Accused Has the Right to Legal Representation (Articles 21, 22, 39A)
Following the Faizabad Bar Association’s resolution refusing to represent the accused in the Ayodhya Ram Temple embezzlement case, the Supreme Court reiterated that such collective resolutions by Bar Associations are illegal, unconstitutional, and against professional ethics.
| Legal Reference | Provision |
|---|---|
| Article 22(1) | Guarantees every arrested person the right to consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of their choice |
| Article 21 | Right to a fair trial is part of the Right to Life and Personal Liberty |
| Article 39A | Directs the State to promote equal access to justice and provide free legal aid where necessary |
| A.S. Mohammed Rafi v. State of Tamil Nadu (2010) | SC declared that Bar Association resolutions refusing legal representation are null and void |
Delhi HC Recognises ‘Right to be Forgotten’ Under Article 21 – Laksh Vir Singh Yadav v. UoI (2026)
In the landmark judgment Laksh Vir Singh Yadav v. Union of India (2026), the Delhi High Court held that the Right to be Forgotten (RTBF) flows from the fundamental right to privacy under Article 21, protecting individuals from continued harm caused by outdated or irrelevant digital information.
Legal Evolution: RTBF first gained global recognition in Mario Costeja González v. Google Spain (ECJ, 2014) | In India, privacy as a fundamental right was established in K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India (2017) | DPDP Act, 2023 provides a limited statutory right to erasure but does not specifically deal with judicial records.
‘Hummus Trail’ and India’s Geneva Conventions Act, 1960 – Universal Jurisdiction
The ‘Hummus Trail’ — a popular travel circuit in India frequented by young Israeli tourists — came under scrutiny after the Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) (Belgium-based Palestinian rights organisation) sought the arrest of an Israeli soldier in Himachal Pradesh over alleged war crimes in Gaza, invoking India’s Geneva Conventions Act, 1960.
Hummus Trail Destinations: Kasol, Manali, Goa, Hampi, Gokarna, Rishikesh, Varanasi, Pushkar, Kerala, Kodaikanal, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Draft National Food Security (Amendment) Bill, 2026 – AAY Per-Capita Entitlement Proposed
The Union Department of Food and Public Distribution released the Draft National Food Security (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposing changes to foodgrain entitlements under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY), which covers the “poorest of the poor.”
| Aspect | Current System | Proposed System |
|---|---|---|
| Basis | Per household | Per capita |
| Entitlement | 35 kg per household per month | 7 kg per person per month (max 35 kg per household) |
| Impact on Small Families | 3-member family gets 35 kg | 3-member family gets only 21 kg |
| Opposing States | Tamil Nadu and Kerala — argue smaller families in South India will lose allocation; risk of North–South disparity | |
5) Science & Technology
ISRO Successfully Tests SOLVE Platform for Gaganyaan Mission
ISRO successfully conducted the first ground test of the Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. The SOLVE platform is being developed to validate the crew module’s parachute-based deceleration system for India’s Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Mission.
White Gut Disease (WGD) Alert in AP Shrimp Ponds – West Godavari
The AP Fisheries Department issued an alert following detection of White Gut Disease (WGD), also known as White Feces Disease (WFD), in shrimp ponds in West Godavari district. Officials began collecting samples from affected ponds in Mahadevapatnam, Tokatippa, and Undi mandal villages. Farmers advised to maintain proper pond hygiene and water quality.
Mizoram University’s NHM Becomes India’s 21st Designated Repository – Biological Diversity Act
The MoEFCC notified the Natural History Museum (NHM), Mizoram University, Aizawl, as India’s 21st Designated Repository under Section 39 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. The designation strengthens biodiversity conservation and scientific documentation, particularly in the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot.
6) Environment
IoT-Based Smart Health Tracker Developed for High-Altitude Yaks – Arunachal Pradesh
Scientists from ICAR–National Research Centre on Yak (NRC-Y), Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh, in collaboration with Assam Don Bosco University, developed an IoT-based smart monitoring system to track the health and movement of high-altitude yaks in the Himalayan region.
About Yaks: Indian yak species: Bos grunniens | Popularly known as the “Ship of the Himalayas” | Important source of meat, milk, wool, and transportation for Himalayan communities | According to the 20th Livestock Census, India has about 58,000 yaks, with nearly half found in Ladakh.
7) Defence
DRDO Successfully Flight-Tests Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR) – 60 km Range
DRDO successfully conducted the flight test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Odisha, on 8 July 2026. The rocket was tested for a user-defined minimum range of 60 km and accurately struck its target while demonstrating all planned in-flight manoeuvres.
8) Schemes
Viksit UDAN Scheme – ₹28,840 Crore, 100 New Aerodromes, 200 Helipads
PM Modi launched the Modified UDAN Scheme (Viksit UDAN) from Jodhpur Airport. The Union Cabinet approved the modified scheme on 25 March 2026 with an outlay of ₹28,840 crore for 10 years.
| Viksit UDAN Target | Detail |
|---|---|
| New Aerodromes | Develop 100 new aerodromes from existing unserved airstrips |
| Helipads | Construct 200 modern helipads |
| VGF Support | Continue Viability Gap Funding (VGF) for regional airlines |
| Indigenous Aircraft | Promote HAL Dhruv and Dornier aircraft for regional connectivity |
White Revolution 2.0 – 75,000 New Dairy Cooperatives, 1,007 Lakh kg/Day Milk Target
White Revolution 2.0 is a cooperative-led initiative under the Ministry of Cooperation to modernise the dairy sector, officially launched on 19 September 2024, building on the success of Operation Flood (White Revolution, 1970).
| Target | Detail |
|---|---|
| Milk Procurement | Increase from 660 lakh kg/day → 1,007 lakh kg/day by 2028–29 |
| New Cooperatives | 75,000 new Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCSs) in unconnected village panchayats |
| Upgradation | 46,422 existing DCSs upgraded with modern infrastructure |
| Technologies | AMCUs, BMCs, AI, IVF, and sex-sorted semen for improved productivity |
| Implementation | Under the National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD) 2.0 |
9) Awards & Honours
PM Modi Conferred Indonesia’s Highest Civilian Honour – ‘Bintang Adipurna’
PM Modi was conferred the ‘Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’ — Indonesia’s highest civilian honour — by President Prabowo Subianto, in recognition of his leadership and exceptional contribution to strengthening India–Indonesia relations.
DoT’s ‘Samriddh Gram’ Wins WSIS Prize 2026
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) won the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize 2026 under Action Line C6 – Enabling Environment for its flagship project “Samriddh Gram: Integrated Phygital Service Delivery Model Enabled by BharatNet.” The award was presented at the WSIS Forum 2026 in Geneva.
10) Ranks & Reports
Ministry of Education Releases AISHE Reports 2022–23 and 2023–24
The Ministry of Education released the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) reports for 2022–23 and 2023–24. Key highlights of AISHE 2023–24:
| Indicator | Data |
|---|---|
| Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) | 29.5 (2022–23) → 30.0 (2023–24) |
| Female GER | 31.2 — higher than overall GER |
| Gender Parity Index (GPI) | 1.08 — above 1.0 for seventh consecutive year, indicating higher female participation |
| Total Enrolment | 4.50 crore in 2023–24 |
| STEM Enrolment | Crossed 1.02 crore; women account for 44% of STEM students |
| Faculty | 17.32 lakh total faculty, including 7.78 lakh female faculty members |
11) Committees & Conferences
2026 NATO Summit – Ankara, Türkiye (7–8 July); 5% GDP Defence Spending Target
The 2026 NATO Summit was held on 7–8 July 2026 at the Beştepe Presidential Complex, Ankara, Türkiye — the first NATO Summit hosted by Türkiye since the 2004 Istanbul Summit. Chaired by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
| Key Detail | Fact |
|---|---|
| Defence Spending Target | Reviewed progress on 5% of GDP target (adopted at 2025 Hague Summit, replacing earlier 2% benchmark) |
| Focus Areas | Integrated air defence systems, counter-drone capabilities, transatlantic cooperation, security assistance to Ukraine |
| NATO Established | 4 April 1949 | Washington Treaty | Headquarters: Brussels, Belgium |
| Article 5 | Collective Defence Clause — an attack on one member is an attack on all | Invoked only once, after 9/11 |
| Current Membership | 32 countries — Finland (2023) and Sweden (2024) as latest members |
BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting – Kochi; Women-Led Panchayati Raj Model Showcased
The BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting was held in Kochi, Kerala, under India’s BRICS Chairship 2026. India showcased its women-led Panchayati Raj model as a global example of inclusive grassroots governance.
Bhubaneswar Declaration – National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs)
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs and the Government of Odisha concluded the National Workshop on Strengthening Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) in Bhubaneswar with the adoption of the Bhubaneswar Declaration — a national roadmap to transform TRIs into centres of excellence for research, innovation, preservation of tribal heritage, and evidence-based policymaking.
12) Person in News
‘Bridge Man of India’ Girish Bharadwaj Passes Away – Padma Shri 2017
Girish Bharadwaj, popularly known as the “Bridge Man of India”, passed away at the age of 76 in Sullia, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. An engineering graduate, he designed and constructed low-cost hanging footbridges, building over 140 hanging footbridges across India to improve rural connectivity. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2017.
13) Sports
Charles Leclerc Wins 2026 British Grand Prix – Ferrari’s 250th F1 Victory
Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) won the 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit, giving Ferrari its 250th Formula One Grand Prix victory. The race concluded under a Safety Car.
| Grand Prix | Winner |
|---|---|
| Australian GP | George Russell (Mercedes) |
| Chinese GP | Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) |
| Japanese GP | Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) |
| Miami GP | Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) |
| Canadian GP | Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) |
| Monaco GP | Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) |
| Barcelona-Catalunya GP | Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) |
| Austrian GP | George Russell (Mercedes) |
| British GP | Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) — Ferrari’s 250th F1 victory |
Australia Wins ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 – 7th Title; Beth Mooney Player of Tournament
Australia won the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup by defeating England by 7 wickets in the final at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London, remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament.
Aswath S. Becomes India’s 98th Chess Grandmaster
Seventeen-year-old Aswath S. became India’s 98th Chess Grandmaster (GM) after securing his final GM norm at the Pune International Round-Robin Chess Tournament. He achieved the title by winning his last three games. Coached by GM M. Shyam Sundar at the Chess Thulir Academy, Chennai.
Sourav Ganguly Inducted into ICC Hall of Fame – 12th Indian Cricketer
Sourav Ganguly was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on 8 July 2026, becoming the 12th Indian cricketer to receive the honour. Ganguly represented India from 1992 to 2008 and is remembered for his contributions as a left-handed batter and for leading India during a transformative period.
14) Miscellaneous
LokOS – Digital Backbone for Rural Livelihoods under DAY-NRLM
LokOS (Lok Operating System) is a web and mobile platform developed under DAY-NRLM for the end-to-end digitisation of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs).
Recent Addition: SHE-LEAPS (launched 29 June 2026) operates under LokOS to promote women entrepreneurship and the Lakhpati Didi Mission.
Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) and APAAR – ‘One Nation, One Student ID’
Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a digital platform developed by the Ministry of Education and regulated by the UGC. APAAR (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) serves as the “One Nation, One Student ID” initiative — a unique 12-digit student identification number linked with the ABC.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s 125th Birth Anniversary
PM Modi paid tribute to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, highlighting his contributions to education, industrial development, and national integration. Dr. Mookerjee coined the landmark slogan: “Ek desh mein do vidhan, do pradhan aur do nishan nahi chalenge” (One country cannot have two Constitutions, two Prime Ministers, and two national emblems). PM noted that the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A in 2019 was a tribute to his vision of a united India.
Quick Revision Table
| Topic | One-Line Summary |
|---|---|
| Teesta River – TRCMRP | India said it will factor all developments in its approach to the Teesta River issue after Bangladesh and China discussed the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP); Teesta water-sharing agreement pending since 2011; Ganga Water Treaty (1996) due for renewal by 31 December 2026. |
| Keiko Fujimori – Peru | Keiko Fujimori (Popular Force party) won Peru’s 2026 Presidential Election with 50.135%, becoming the first woman elected President of Peru by popular vote on her fourth attempt; Capital: Lima; Currency: Peruvian Sol; UNESCO site: Machu Picchu. |
| PM Modi – Indonesia Visit | India and Indonesia signed 14 MoUs; BrahMos missile cooperation; IIM Bangalore branch at Singhasari SEZ; Indonesia will launch ION based on India’s ONDC architecture (powered by Beckn Protocol); India to assist conservation of Prambanan Temple and supply 100 tonnes of DWR-162 wheat seeds. |
| PM Modi – Australia Visit | India-Australia Civil Nuclear Agreement (2014) operationalised enabling uranium supply; JDDSC signed replacing 2009 defence declaration; PACTS launched for cyber and critical technologies; Centre of Excellence in Mining at NSTI Bhubaneswar; 3 antiquities returned (Nandi, Trident with Bhadrakali, Six-headed Skanda). |
| India – 2nd Largest Mobile Manufacturer | PM Modi inaugurated CG Semi OSAT facility at Sanand, Gujarat (Indian-Japanese-Thai collaboration); initial capacity 20 crore chips/year, target 500 crore; India has become the world’s second-largest mobile phone manufacturer. |
| Rajasthan Refinery | PM Modi dedicated the Rajasthan Refinery to the nation in Balotra; projects worth ₹1.06 lakh crore inaugurated; India has become the world’s fourth-largest refining nation. |
| Nethanna Bharosa – AP | AP’s Nethanna Bharosa scheme for handloom weavers replaces YSR Nethanna Nestham; provides ₹25,000 annual assistance (up from ₹24,000); 200 units free electricity for handlooms, 500 units for power looms; announced on National Handloom Day (7 August 2025); early operational rollout announced at APCO golden jubilee. |
| NFSA Amendment Bill 2026 – AAY | Draft National Food Security (Amendment) Bill, 2026 proposes changing AAY entitlement from 35 kg per household to 7 kg per person per month (max 35 kg/household); Tamil Nadu and Kerala opposed as smaller families (common in south) will get less; risk of North-South disparity in foodgrain allocation. |
| Delhi HC – Right to be Forgotten | Delhi HC in Laksh Vir Singh Yadav v. UoI (2026) held that RTBF flows from Article 21 privacy rights; preferred masking/redacting over deletion; introduced proportionality test; global origin: Mario Costeja González v. Google Spain (ECJ, 2014); India foundation: K.S. Puttaswamy v. UoI (2017); limited statutory right in DPDP Act, 2023. |
| ISRO SOLVE – Gaganyaan | ISRO successfully conducted the first ground test of Sub-Orbital Launch Vehicle for Experiments (SOLVE) at SDSC, Sriharikota, to validate the crew module’s parachute-based deceleration system for the Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Mission. |
| Pinaka LRGR | DRDO successfully flight-tested the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR) from ITR Chandipur, Odisha on 8 July 2026; minimum range tested: 60 km; accurately struck target while demonstrating all in-flight manoeuvres. |
| Viksit UDAN Scheme | PM Modi launched the Modified UDAN Scheme (Viksit UDAN) from Jodhpur Airport; ₹28,840 crore outlay for 10 years; targets 100 new aerodromes and 200 modern helipads; original UDAN since 2016 has operationalised 669 routes, connected 95 airports and benefited 1.66 crore passengers. |
| White Revolution 2.0 | Launched 19 September 2024 under Ministry of Cooperation; targets daily milk procurement of 1,007 lakh kg by 2028-29 (from 660 lakh kg now); 75,000 new Dairy Cooperative Societies; uses AMCUs, BMCs, AI, IVF; builds on Operation Flood (1970). |
| 2026 NATO Summit – Ankara | Held 7-8 July 2026 at Beştepe Presidential Complex, Ankara — first NATO Summit in Türkiye since 2004 Istanbul Summit; reviewed 5% GDP defence spending target (adopted at 2025 Hague Summit); NATO established 1949, HQ Brussels; 32 members; Article 5 (collective defence) invoked only once after 9/11. |
| AISHE 2023–24 | GER rose to 30.0 (from 29.5); Female GER: 31.2 (higher than overall); Gender Parity Index (GPI) 1.08 — above 1.0 for seventh consecutive year; total enrolment 4.50 crore; STEM enrolment crossed 1.02 crore (women 44%); 17.32 lakh faculty including 7.78 lakh female. |
| Sourav Ganguly – ICC Hall of Fame | Sourav Ganguly inducted into ICC Hall of Fame on 8 July 2026, becoming the 12th Indian cricketer to receive the honour; represented India 1992–2008 as left-handed batter and captain. |
| Australia – ICC Women’s T20 WC 2026 | Australia defeated England by 7 wickets in the final at Lord’s Cricket Ground, London; 7th Women’s T20 World Cup title (highest by any team); Beth Mooney: 64 runs, Player of Match and Tournament; Phoebe Litchfield: 48 runs; Australia remained unbeaten throughout. |
| Yak – IoT Smart Tracker | ICAR-NRC-Y Dirang (Arunachal Pradesh) and Assam Don Bosco University developed an IoT-based smart collar device to monitor health, stress, and movement (geo-fencing) of Indian yaks (Bos grunniens); India has ~58,000 yaks (20th Livestock Census), nearly half in Ladakh; yak is the “Ship of the Himalayas.” |
