Weekly Current Affairs (June 2026 – Week 1) – Exam Revision Notes
1) International Current Affairs
India–Oman CEPA Enters into Force on 1 June 2026
The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), signed in Muscat on 18 December 2025, came into force on 1 June 2026 after both countries completed internal ratification. Oman is India’s second-largest trading partner in the Gulf region; bilateral trade reached USD 11.18 billion in FY 2025–26.
| Benefit Area | Key Provision |
|---|---|
| Trade in Goods | 99.38% of India’s exports to Oman receive duty-free access; key sectors: gems & jewellery, pharmaceuticals, marine products, textiles |
| Business Visitors | Stay up to 90 days |
| Independent Professionals | Stay up to 180 days |
| Intra-Corporate Transferees (ICTs) | Stay up to 4 years |
| Sensitive Sectors Protected by India | Dairy products, cereals, fruits, vegetables, edible oils, spices — excluded from tariff concessions |
Mette Frederiksen – Denmark’s PM for Third Consecutive Term
PM Modi congratulated Mette Frederiksen on assuming office as Prime Minister of Denmark for a third consecutive term. She has served as Denmark’s PM since 2019, leads the Social Democrats party (since 2015), and is Denmark’s youngest-ever Prime Minister.
India–UK Launch Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO)
India and the United Kingdom jointly launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) — first announced during UK PM Keir Starmer’s visit to India in October 2025. It is a data-driven platform to monitor global critical mineral supply chains, support clean energy transitions, and enhance bilateral investment opportunities.
Khalilur Rahman Elected President of 81st UN General Assembly
Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected President of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly. He will assume office in September 2026. The UNGA, one of the six principal organs of the UN, includes all 193 member states with each having one vote; its President is elected annually.
2) National Current Affairs
Khet Bachao Abhiyan – Month-Long Campaign on Sustainable Agriculture (June 2026)
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare launched “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” from 1–30 June 2026 — a nationwide campaign to promote sustainable agriculture through balanced fertiliser use, soil health improvement, and weather-based advisories.
Farmer Linkages: PM-KISAN, Kisan Credit Card (KCC), Pulses and Oilseeds Mission, Cotton Mission, Oil Palm Mission.
Mission “Senehjori” – Transforming Assam’s Muga Silk Sector
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched Mission “Senehjori” – Assam Muga Silk USP on 2 June 2026 to transform Assam’s Muga silk sector into a globally competitive luxury textile ecosystem.
| Detail | Fact |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) |
| Investment | ₹396–411 crore over three years; MDoNER contribution: ₹136–151 crore |
| About Muga Silk | World’s only naturally golden silk | Produced exclusively in Assam | India’s first GI-tagged silk | Assam = ~90% of global Muga production | Supports ~2.6 lakh rearer and weaver families |
Navachar Mantra – Grassroots Entrepreneurship Initiative by MSDE
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched “Navachar Mantra”, implemented by the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development, to identify and support grassroots innovators — especially from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, aspirational districts, and underserved regions.
D.K. Shivakumar Sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister
D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka on 4 June 2026. The oath of office was administered by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot at Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru.
West Bengal Legislative Assembly – 33rd Legislature to Join NeVA
The West Bengal Legislative Assembly signed a Tripartite MoU on 4 June 2026 for implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), becoming the 33rd Legislature in India to join NeVA. Of these, 21 Legislatures have already transitioned to fully digital functioning.
Note: The 29th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG 2026) is scheduled for 1–2 July 2026 in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
3) Andhra Pradesh Current Affairs
South Coast Railway Zone Becomes India’s 18th Railway Zone – Headquartered in Visakhapatnam
The South Coast Railway (SCoR) became operational from 1 June 2026 as India’s 18th Railway Zone, with its headquarters at Visakhapatnam. It will initially function from a rented building (“The Deck”) while a permanent campus is being constructed at Mudasarlova on 40 acres.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Four Divisions | Visakhapatnam (renamed from Waltair), Vijayawada, Guntur, Guntakal |
| Coverage | More than 90% of Andhra Pradesh’s passenger and freight railway traffic |
| Visakhapatnam Station Upgrade | Redevelopment into world-class station; platforms to increase from 8 to 14 |
AP Becomes First State to Operationalise PM-SETU Industry Partnership
The National Steering Committee approved the Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for the Visakhapatnam ITI Cluster submitted by ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) in partnership with New Age Makers Institute of Technology (NAMTECH), making Andhra Pradesh the first State in India to operationalise an industry partnership under PM-SETU and onboard an Anchor Industry Partner (AIP).
Visakhapatnam Selected Under Competitive Cities Economic Region (CER) Scheme
Visakhapatnam is the only city from Andhra Pradesh and one of seven urban clusters nationwide selected under the Competitive Cities Economic Region (CER) Scheme. The Visakhapatnam Economic Region (VER) spans 21,880 sq. km. across nine districts (Srikakulam to Dr B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema) and is seeking a ₹5,000-crore grant over five years.
APCNF Wins Food Planet Prize 2026 – $1.5 Million Award
The Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) programme, implemented by Rythu Sadhikara Samstha (RySS), won the Food Planet Prize 2026 — one of the world’s largest environmental awards carrying a prize of $1.5 million. The award was received in Båstad, Sweden.
AP Aviation Policy 2026–31 – 9 New Airports, 10 Waterdromes, 30M Passenger Capacity Target
The AP Cabinet approved the Andhra Pradesh Aviation Policy 2026–31 to strengthen regional air connectivity, promote aerospace manufacturing, and develop cargo logistics.
| Target | Detail |
|---|---|
| Airport Access | Within 150-km radius for all citizens |
| New Infrastructure | 9 new airports + 10 waterdromes |
| Passenger Capacity | 6.2 million → 30.38 million by 2035 |
| Air Cargo | 6,240 MT → 4.27 lakh MT |
| Investment Target | Over $1 billion for MRO facilities and aerospace manufacturing |
| Workforce | Train 5,000 aviation and aerospace personnel annually |
“Amaravati Eye” – Giant Observation Wheel on Krishna River Banks Approved
The AP Cabinet approved competitive bidding for the “Amaravati Eye” — a giant observation wheel planned on the banks of the Krishna River in Amaravati, envisioned similar to the London Eye. It will be developed on 6 acres of APCRDA land under the DBFOT model with a 30-year concession period.
AP Wins “Best Tourism Promotion State” Award at Global Travel Market 2026
Andhra Pradesh was honoured with the “Best Tourism Promotion State” Award at the Global Travel Market (GTM) 2026 held in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
4) Economy
India Records BoP Deficit of $30.8 Billion in 2025–26
India recorded a Balance of Payments (BoP) deficit of $30.8 billion in 2025–26 — more than six times the previous year’s deficit — financed by drawing down foreign exchange reserves.
| Indicator | Figure |
|---|---|
| Current Account Deficit (CAD) | $30.2 billion |
| Merchandise Trade Deficit | $251.6 billion |
| Capital Account Surplus (2025–26) | Just $72 million (vs. $16.6 billion in 2024–25) |
| FPI Movement | Net outflow of $4.3 billion (reversal from positive trend) |
WPI Base Year Revised from 2011–12 to 2022–23; New Indices Introduced
The Government approved revision of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) base year from 2011–12 to 2022–23, with the revised series to be released by the Office of Economic Adviser, DPIIT, on 15 June 2026.
| Change | Detail |
|---|---|
| Commodities Covered | 697 → 957 (increased) |
| Electricity Basket | Now includes Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Nuclear Electricity |
| Reclassification | Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas shifted from Primary Articles to Fuel and Power category |
| Weighting Method | Now based on Gross Value of Output (GVO) instead of Net Traded Value |
| New Indices | Output PPI (OPPI) | Trial Input PPI (IPPI) | Service Producer Price Index (Service PPI) |
Why PPI matters: Measures price changes from the producer’s perspective; helps track how input costs affect output prices; aligns India with IMF recommendations.
India’s Growing Middle Class – Key Data Points (PIB, June 2026)
The government released “The Middle Class Journey: Progress Powered by Policy”, highlighting socio-economic transformation over the last 12 years.
| Indicator | Data |
|---|---|
| Middle class share of population | ~31% |
| OECD Projection | India may overtake China in middle-class population between 2030–2035 |
| Zero income tax threshold | Up to ₹12 lakh (₹12.75 lakh for salaried) under new tax regime |
| Operational airports | 74 (2014) → 165 (2026) |
| Jan Dhan accounts | 14.72 crore (2015) → 58.26 crore (May 2026) |
| Ayushman Bharat health cards | 43.52 crore issued |
| PM Mudra Yojana | 57 crore+ loans worth ₹40.07 lakh crore disbursed |
5) Science & Technology
Coal Gasification – India’s Energy Security Strategy
Coal gasification converts coal into synthetic gas (syngas), which can be used to produce urea, methanol, ammonia, hydrogen, synthetic natural gas (SNG), and ammonium nitrate. India possesses approximately 401 billion tonnes of coal and 47 billion tonnes of lignite.
BSIP Reconstructs 4,000 Years of Climate History of Majuli Island
Scientists from the Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP) reconstructed nearly 4,000 years of climate, vegetation, and flood history of Majuli Island using pollen analysis (Palynology) and grain-size analysis on a 150 cm sediment core from the Sakali Wetland. This is the first comprehensive palaeoecological reconstruction of Majuli Island.
MAHA Water Mission – ₹200 Crore for Water Sector Research and Innovation
The Government launched the ANRF–Ministry of Jal Shakti MAHA Water Mission with an outlay of ₹200 crore over five years to promote research, innovation, startups, and MSMEs in the water sector. Selected research consortia can receive funding up to ₹20 crore.
Five Priority Themes: Water Resource Assessment | Drinking Water | Water Quality and Ecological Health | Water Use Efficiency and Circular Economy | Climate Resilience and Adaptation.
Flex Fuel and Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) – Key Concepts
Flex Fuel is a blend of petrol (gasoline) and ethanol that allows Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) to operate on varying proportions — such as E20 (20% ethanol), E85, or E100. Ethanol is primarily produced from sugarcane, maize, and agricultural biomass.
India’s target: 20% ethanol blending (E20) in petrol under the National Biofuel Policy.
Phenomena of Light – Three Key Concepts for Exams
| Concept | What It Is & Significance |
|---|---|
| Gravitational Lensing | Light from distant objects bends around massive bodies (galaxies, black holes), magnifying them — helps detect dark matter and distant galaxies |
| Solar Sail Technology | Uses sunlight’s momentum/pressure to propel spacecraft without conventional fuel — promising for deep-space missions |
| Evanescent Waves | Electromagnetic waves near a surface that decay rapidly, produced during total internal reflection — used in optical fibre communication and advanced sensors |
Double Burden of Malnutrition in India
A study by CMC Vellore and ARUMDA at TIFR highlighted the growing challenge of India’s double burden of malnutrition — the simultaneous presence of undernutrition (stunting, wasting, micronutrient deficiencies) and overnutrition (overweight, obesity, diet-related NCDs) within the same country, community, household, or even individual.
6) Environment
India Achieves Its 100th Ramsar Site – Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal), UP
India reached a major environmental milestone with the designation of the Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh as the country’s 100th Ramsar Site.
7) Schemes & Portals
Jan Samarth Portal – 4 Years; ₹2.76 Lakh Crore in Digital Loan Approvals
The Jan Samarth Portal, launched on 6 June 2022, completed four years of operation. It is a single-window digital platform connecting beneficiaries directly with lending institutions for 16 credit-linked Central Government schemes.
| Key Data (as of 1 June 2026) | Figure |
|---|---|
| Applications Processed | ~54.10 lakh applications worth ₹3,00,951 crore |
| Digital Approvals | 49.55 lakh beneficiaries | ₹2,76,493.78 crore |
| Languages Available | 8 – English, Hindi, Gujarati, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Bengali, Kannada |
| Lending Partners | 269 (banks, NBFCs, cooperative banks) |
Samadhan Didi – AI Voice Chatbot for Public Grievance Redressal
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions launched “Samadhan Didi” — an AI-enabled voice chatbot integrated with CPGRAMS (Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System). Developed by DARPG in collaboration with Bhashini, it allows citizens to lodge grievances by simply speaking in their native language. The AI system automatically identifies the appropriate ministry, department, and category without the user needing to know administrative details.
8) Defence
India Signs BrahMos Missile Deal with Vietnam
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh announced at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore that Vietnam has signed a deal with India for the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system. The Philippines was the first foreign country to purchase BrahMos from India. This marks a significant boost to India’s defence exports and strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.
DRDO & IAF Successfully Flight-Test RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile
DRDO and the Indian Air Force successfully conducted flight-tests of the RudraM-II Air-to-Surface Missile on 2 June 2026 from an airborne platform under extreme release conditions. The missile hit a predefined target with pinpoint accuracy, with all mission objectives verified by tracking instruments at the Integrated Test Range.
India Receives Fourth Squadron of S-400 Air Defence System
India received the fourth squadron of the Russian-made S-400 Triumf air defence system in May 2026, under the $5.43 billion India–Russia deal signed in 2018. Three squadrons were already in service; the fourth was delayed due to the Russia–Ukraine conflict. The fifth and final squadron is expected by 2027. AI-enabled decision-support capabilities will be integrated to assist target identification and engagement.
Nausena Shaurya Vatika – Open-Air Naval Museum Inaugurated in Lucknow
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated Nausena Shaurya Vatika, an open-air naval museum in Lucknow (30 May 2026). Built at a cost of ₹19 crore over two acres, the museum prominently displays artefacts from INS Gomati, decommissioned on 29 May 2022 after 34 years of service.
9) Awards & Honours
National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026 – 17 Projects Recognised
The Government announced winners of the 29th National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026. A total of 17 projects were selected — comprising 10 Gold Awards, 6 Silver Awards, and 1 Jury Award — recognising excellence in digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity, district-level innovations, and data-driven governance. Awards will be presented at the 29th NCeG in Jaipur (1–2 July 2026). The awards are given by DARPG under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
10) Sports
IPL 2026 – RCB Wins Championship for Second Consecutive Year
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the IPL 2026 final at Narendra Modi Stadium to win the championship for the second consecutive year.
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Most Valuable Player (MVP) / Orange Cap / Emerging Player / Super Striker / Most Sixes | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |
| Purple Cap (Most Wickets) | Kagiso Rabada |
| Most Fours | Sai Sudharsan |
| Most Dot Balls | Mohammed Siraj |
| Catch of the Season | Manish Pandey |
| Fair Play Award | Punjab Kings |
22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026 – India Finishes 2nd Overall with 19 Medals
The 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships was held from 28–31 May 2026 at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground, Hong Kong. India finished 2nd overall with a historic haul of 19 medals (10 gold, 5 silver, 4 bronze). Standout performer: Pooja Singh won gold in women’s high jump by clearing 1.93 metres.
First World Yogasana Sport Championship – Ahmedabad
The first World Yogasana Sport Championship commenced in Ahmedabad, Gujarat — organised by Yogasana Bharat, World Yogasana, and the Indian Olympic Association. It brought together 500+ athletes from 70+ countries over 5 days, featuring Traditional, Artistic Single, Artistic Pair, Artistic Group, and Rhythmic Pair Yogasana events.
11) Miscellaneous
Key Events, Appointments & Days
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Goa Statehood Day – 30 May | Goa became the 25th state of India on 30 May 1987 under the Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act, 1987. Liberated from Portuguese rule through Operation Vijay in December 1961; was a Union Territory with Daman and Diu before statehood. |
| Telangana Statehood Day – 2 June | Telangana celebrated its 12th Statehood Day on 2 June 2026. It became India’s 29th state on 2 June 2014, carved out of the northwestern region of erstwhile Andhra Pradesh under the AP Reorganisation Act, 2014. |
| World Bicycle Day – 3 June | Observed annually on 3 June; 2026 theme: “Cycling for a Greener Future” |
| Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai | Appointed as Chief Justice of Patna High Court by the President of India. About Patna HC: established 3 February 1916; highest judicial authority in Bihar. High Court CJ appointments governed by Article 217 of the Constitution. |
| Suman Kalyanpur Passes Away | Veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away on 31 May 2026 at age 89. Known for melodious songs in Hindi and regional languages. Awards: Mirchi Music Lifetime Achievement Award (2022), Padma Bhushan (2023), Maharashtra Bhushan Ma Ta Sanman Puraskar (2024). |
| BRO Project UDAYAK – 37th Raising Day | Project UDAYAK of the Border Roads Organisation celebrated its 37th Raising Day on 1 June 2026. It develops strategic road infrastructure along India–China and India–Myanmar border regions in eastern Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam. |
| Book: “When Audit Matters: CAG Interventions” | Released by the Vice President at Uparashtrapati Bhavan; edited by former CAG Vinod Rai; highlights the impact of CAG audits on governance and accountability. |
| French Open Mixed Doubles 2026 | Italy’s Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori successfully defended their French Open 2026 Mixed Doubles title by defeating the American-Canadian duo of Evan King and Gabriela Dabrowski. |
Quick Revision Table
| Topic | One-Line Summary |
|---|---|
| India–Oman CEPA | Signed on 18 December 2025, came into force on 1 June 2026 — gives 99.38% of India’s exports duty-free access to Oman; covers goods trade, professional mobility (90–180 days for visitors/professionals, 4 years for ICTs); sensitive sectors like dairy and cereals protected. |
| India–UK GSCO | Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory jointly launched by India and UK — operated by TEXMiN, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad (India) and University of Cambridge (UK) — monitors global critical mineral supply chains and supports clean energy transitions. |
| South Coast Railway – 18th Zone | South Coast Railway became India’s 18th Railway Zone on 1 June 2026 with headquarters at Visakhapatnam, comprising four divisions (Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, Guntakal); covers over 90% of AP’s railway traffic; Waltair Division renamed as Visakhapatnam Division. |
| APCNF – Food Planet Prize 2026 | AP Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) programme by Rythu Sadhikara Samstha won the Food Planet Prize 2026 ($1.5 million) from the Curt Bergfors Foundation in Sweden — one of the world’s largest community-led transitions to agroecology, launched in 2016. |
| AP Aviation Policy 2026–31 | AP Cabinet approved a policy targeting airport access within 150 km for all citizens, 9 new airports and 10 waterdromes, passenger capacity from 6.2 million to 30.38 million by 2035, over $1 billion in MRO investments, and training of 5,000 aviation personnel annually. |
| WPI Base Year Revision | WPI base year revised from 2011–12 to 2022–23 (effective 15 June 2026); commodities increased from 697 to 957; renewable energy included in electricity basket; weighting now based on Gross Value of Output; new Output PPI, Input PPI, and Service PPI indices introduced. |
| India’s BoP Deficit 2025–26 | India’s Balance of Payments deficit reached $30.8 billion in 2025–26 — over six times the previous year — driven by a $30.2 billion CAD, merchandise trade deficit of $251.6 billion, near-collapse of capital inflows to $72 million, and FPI net outflows of $4.3 billion. |
| India’s 100th Ramsar Site | Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh designated as India’s 100th Ramsar Site — a 34.32 sq. km. freshwater oxbow lake of the Ganga River, declared bird sanctuary in 1991. |
| S-400 Fourth Squadron | India received the fourth S-400 Triumf squadron in May 2026 under the $5.43 billion India–Russia deal signed in 2018; three squadrons already operational; fifth and final squadron expected in 2027; capable of engaging aircraft, drones, cruise and ballistic missiles. |
| BrahMos – Vietnam Deal | Vietnam signed a deal for BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India, announced at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore; the Philippines was the first foreign country to purchase BrahMos — Vietnam is a major step in India’s Indo-Pacific defence export push. |
| Mission Senehjori – Muga Silk | Ministry of DoNER launched Mission “Senehjori” (₹396–411 crore, 3 years) to transform Assam’s Muga silk — the world’s only naturally golden silk, India’s first GI-tagged silk, produced exclusively in Assam (90% of global supply) — into a globally competitive luxury textile ecosystem. |
| MAHA Water Mission | ANRF–Ministry of Jal Shakti MAHA Water Mission launched with ₹200 crore outlay over five years to fund research consortia (up to ₹20 crore each) in five themes: water resource assessment, drinking water, water quality, water use efficiency, and climate resilience. |
| IPL 2026 | RCB won IPL 2026 for the second consecutive year by beating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets at Narendra Modi Stadium; Vaibhav Sooryavanshi won MVP, Orange Cap, Emerging Player, Super Striker, and Most Sixes awards; Purple Cap went to Kagiso Rabada. |
| D.K. Shivakumar – Karnataka CM | D.K. Shivakumar sworn in as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka on 4 June 2026; oath administered by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot at Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru. |
| Telangana Statehood Day | Telangana celebrated its 12th Statehood Day on 2 June 2026 — it became India’s 29th state on 2 June 2014 by being carved out of erstwhile Andhra Pradesh under the AP Reorganisation Act, 2014. |
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