- On June 18, 2026, the AI‑Powered Smart Warehousing System was launched at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi by Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi. It is aligned with Digital India, IndiaAI Mission, PM GatiShakti, and Atmanirbhar Bharat. Recognized as the world’s largest AI + IoT deployment in public sector foodgrain warehousing. Focus: Automation, efficiency, and transparency in India’s food distribution ecosystem.
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- On June 19, 2026, Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd (CPCL), a subsidiary of Indian Oil Corporation, was upgraded to Navratna CPSE status. The approval came via the Union Finance Minister and DPE notification. This grants CPCL greater financial and operational autonomy.
- Around June 16, 2026, Federal Bank launched the FCNR Max Deposit Scheme for USD deposits targeting NRIs/OCIs. It offers a 6.25% p.a. interest rate for tenures of 3–5 years. The rate applies uniformly to deposits up to and above USD 1 million.
- On 19 June 2026, BSE Index Services Pvt. Ltd. (subsidiary of Bombay Stock Exchange – BSE) launched India’s first values‑based equity index – “BSE Saatvik 100.” The index is derived from the BSE 500 Index, selecting 100 companies aligned with Saatvik principles of ethics, sustainability, good governance, and value‑based practices.
- On June 18, 2026, Government e‑Marketplace (GeM) signed an MoU with CSC‑SPV in New Delhi. Theme: “Last‑Mile Seller Facilitation and Inclusive Public Procurement.” It expands procurement via 50 Grameen Store Kendras (GSKs), moving beyond the 2022 seller‑registration model. Objective: To enable grassroots entrepreneurs from onboarding to catalog listing and active participation.
- On 17 June 2026, Axis Bank signed an MoU with Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani in Mumbai. The pact establishes the Axis Bank–BITS Industry Research, Technology & Innovation Park at the BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus. Axis Bank will invest ₹100 crore as a CSR grant, funding a 120,000 sq. ft. state‑of‑the‑art hub.
- On 18 June 2026, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune and the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES), Nainital signed an MoU (via online mode). The pact establishes a long‑term Climate Observation Station at Devasthal, Uttarakhand (Himalayan region) under the Bharat Climate Observation Network (BCON).
- In June 2026, scientists from the Zoological Survey of India and University of Calcutta reported a new lynx spider species, Hamataliwa mawlyngot. It was discovered in Mawlyngot village, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya. This marks the first record of the genus Hamataliwa in the state.
- On 19 June 2026, the Doha Diamond League (7th leg of the Wanda season) was held at Khalifa International Stadium, Qatar. In Men’s Javelin, Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won gold with 88.68m (round 4), his second Diamond League title of the season. Neeraj Chopra (India) placed 4th with 85.69m (round 3), marking his season opener after a year‑long injury layoff.
- On June 18, 2026, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) inducted H‑561 “Akshar”, the first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (hovercraft) at Goa. It was developed by Chowgule & Company, marking a milestone in Make in India maritime capability. “Akshar” is the first of six ACVs planned for induction.
- On June 16–17, 2026, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), in partnership with Paramount Group, unveiled the Simha 4×4 Light Armoured Multi‑Purpose Vehicle. The launch took place at Eurosatory 2026, the major defence exhibition in Paris.
- On June 17, 2026, the IRDAI constituted a seven‑member Working Group on Artificial Intelligence (WG‑AI). It is chaired by Prof. Sandeep K. Shukla, Director of IIIT Hyderabad. The group’s aim is to guide insurers on responsible AI adoption, governance, oversight, ethics, risk management, data protection, and cybersecurity.
- In 2026, the Union Government constituted a 5‑member Search‑cum‑Selection Committee under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. It is chaired by Dr. T.V. Somanathan (Cabinet Secretary). Members include Hari Ranjan Rao (Sports Secretary), Lt Gen (Retd) Harpal Singh (Indian Olympic Association), and National Sports Awardees Gagan Narang & N. Kunjurani Devi. The committee’s mandate is to help constitute the National Sports Board (NSB).
- On June 18, 2026, the world observed World Autistic Pride Day, celebrated annually to honor neurodiversity. The 2026 theme was “Recognition, Representation, and Reform”, highlighting systemic inclusion. Focus shifted from “curing autism” to structural changes in accessibility, workplace inclusion, and rights.
- On June 18, 2026, the world celebrated International Picnic Day, observed annually for outdoor leisure. The 2026 theme was “Leave No Trace”, stressing environmental accountability at picnic spots. It promoted the joy of al fresco dining while ensuring spaces are left clean or cleaner.
- On 20 June 2026 (Saturday), World Refugee Day was observed globally. The theme for 2026 was “Until Everyone Is Safe.” This year also marked the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, the cornerstone of international refugee protection.
- On 21 June 2026 (Sunday), Father’s Day was celebrated in India, the US, UK, and many countries as the third Sunday of June. The occasion honours fathers and father figures for their love, guidance, and contributions to family and society.
- In June 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved an extension for Keki Mistry as interim part‑time Chairman of HDFC Bank. His tenure has been extended by three months, until September 18, 2026. The extension remains valid or until a regular chairman is appointed, whichever is earlier.
- On June 17–18, 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay, former IIM Calcutta Director, as Chairperson of the National Statistical Commission (NSC). He is joined by part‑time members including Prof. Shubhabrata Das, Shri Satyendra Bahadur Singh, and Dr. Madhavan Mukund.
- During the UN conference (June 15–19, 2026), Professor Dr. Bimal N. Patel, noted Indian jurist and former Vice‑Chancellor of Rashtriya Raksha University, was elected as a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS). He will serve a nine‑year term (2026–2035).
- On June 19, 2026, the Department of Financial Services (DFS) assigned Rajendra Kumar Saboo, Executive Director of UCO Bank, additional charge as MD & CEO. This follows the completion of Ashwani Kumar’s tenure on May 31, 2026. Saboo will hold the position until August 31, 2026, or until a regular appointment is made.
- In June 2026, India was appointed Vice‑President of FATF for the first time. The one‑year tenure runs from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Vivek Aggarwal represents India, steering global AML and CTF efforts. Focus lies on tightening anti‑money laundering, curbing terror financing, and supervising evaluations.
- On 20 June 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the reappointment of Tushar Mehta as Solicitor General of India. The order was issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on the same day. His new term is three years, effective from 1 July 2026, or until further orders.
- On 22 June 2026, Meta announced that Kunal Shah, founder & CEO of Indian fintech unicorn CRED, will become the new Global Head/CEO of WhatsApp. He succeeds Will Cathcart, who led WhatsApp for nearly seven years and now moves to a new product‑building role at Meta.
- On June 18, 2026, Prof. Jainendra K. Jain (Indian‑origin physicist, Penn State University; IIT Kanpur alumnus) received the 2025 Wolf Prize in Physics. He was honored for pioneering work on composite fermions and the fractional quantum Hall effect.
- On 18 June 2026 (Thursday), Nobel physicist François Englert passed away at Uccle, Brussels, Belgium, aged 93. He was a Belgian theoretical physicist, best known for co‑proposing the Brout–Englert–Higgs mechanism (1964) with Robert Brout, explaining how particles acquire mass via the Higgs field.
Questions:
Q.1 Who received the 2025 Wolf Prize in Physics?a) François Englert
b) Madhavan Mukund
c) Jainendra K. Jain
d) Robert Brout
Answer: c) Jainendra K. Jain received the award for work on composite fermions and the fractional quantum Hall effect.
Q.2 Rajendra Kumar Saboo was given additional charge as MD & CEO of which bank?
a) Indian Bank
b) Punjab National Bank
c) UCO Bank
d) Bank of Maharashtra
Answer: c) He is currently Executive Director of UCO Bank.
