- On June 26, 2025, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) completed India’s first wildlife corridor on a highway in Bundi, Rajasthan, along the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. It spans 12 km through the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve’s buffer, linking it to the Chambal Valley. Features include 5 overpasses, India’s longest underpass (1.2 km), and eco-friendly safeguards.
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- On July 1–31, 2025, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) launched the Safai Apnao, Bimaari Bhagao (SABB) Campaign under Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban (SBM-U). It aims to prevent water- and vector-borne diseases during the monsoon through sanitation and hygiene drives.
- On June 23, 2025, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) launched the NDC Cooling Guidelines 2025 to integrate sustainable cooling into countries’ climate pledges. It offers a 6-stage framework covering emissions tracking, targets, action plans, MEPS, passive cooling, and MRV systems. The goal is to cut cooling-related emissions by 60% by 2050 and support 1.1 billion people lacking access.
- On June 27, 2025, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flagged off 105 DEVI (Delhi EV Inter-connector) e-buses and opened the Narela DTC depot. These 9-metre AC e-buses offer CCTV, panic buttons, and real-time tracking for safer last-mile travel. The Narela depot, built in just 90 days, includes EV charging stations and staff-friendly amenities.
International:
- Italy’s iRonCub3 is the world’s first jet-powered flying humanoid robot, developed by the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT). It uses four jet engines and advanced AI to achieve a stable vertical lift of 50 cm. Published on June 24, 2025, in Nature Communications Engineering, it marks a leap in multi-modal robotics.
- On June 26, 2025, the World Bank and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) signed a pact to support safe and sustainable nuclear energy in developing countries. The collaboration focuses on energy access, climate goals, and knowledge-sharing in nuclear safety and waste management. It promotes reactor life extension and deployment of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for reliable, low-carbon power.
- On June 25, 2025, SEBI fined BSE ₹25 lakh for violating fair disclosure norms and regulatory lapses. Some announcements were shared with internal and select paid users before public release, breaching transparency rules. BSE also failed to act on brokers frequently modifying client codes during trades.
- On June 26, 2025, PhonePe and HDFC Bank launched a co-branded RuPay credit card with full UPI integration. Offered in two variants—UNO and Ultimo—it gives up to 10% rewards on PhonePe app spends and 5% on e-commerce. Users can apply and manage the card via the PhonePe app, linking it to UPI for seamless digital payments.
- On June 25, 2025, ICRA retained India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast at 6.2%, slightly below the RBI’s 6.5% projection. This outlook reflects optimism around a normal monsoon, softening oil prices, and resilient domestic consumption.
- On June 26, 2025, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) inducted ‘Adamya’, the first Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) under the 08-FPV Project at Goa Shipyard Limited. With over 60% indigenous content, it showcases India's push for Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence. ‘Adamya’ is equipped for coastal surveillance, SAR, and EEZ protection, featuring CPPs, CRN-91 gun, and advanced control systems.
- On June 25, 2025, Safran launched an MRO facility in Hyderabad for M88 engines powering Rafale jets. This is the first such facility outside France, boosting India's defence self-reliance. It will support both IAF and Indian Navy Rafale fleets, creating up to 900 jobs in phases.
- Khaan Quest 2025, held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (June 14–28), united 24 nations for UN peacekeeping training. India’s 40-member team, including women personnel, represented the Kumaon Regiment. Drills focused on counter-IED, civilian evacuation, and combat first aid under UN Chapter VII. India topped the cross-fitness event, showcasing leadership in multinational military readiness.
- On June 27, 2025, actress Shefali Jariwala, famed for her 2000s hit “Kaanta Laga”, passed away at 42 due to cardiac arrest in Mumbai. She was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital by her husband Parag Tyagi but was declared dead.
Questions:
Q.1 India’s first wildlife corridor on a highway, completed by NHAI, is located in which state?a) Rajasthan
b) Madhya Pradesh
c) Maharashtra
d) Gujarat
Answer: a) On June 26, 2025, NHAI completed India’s first wildlife corridor on a highway in Bundi, Rajasthan, along the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, linking Ranthambore Tiger Reserve to the Chambal Valley.
Q.2 Khaan Quest 2025 was held in which country?
a) Kazakhstan
b) Mongolia
c) Nepal
d) Vietnam
Answer: b) The exercise took place in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, focusing on UN peacekeeping drills.
a) Kazakhstan
b) Mongolia
c) Nepal
d) Vietnam
Answer: b) The exercise took place in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, focusing on UN peacekeeping drills.
