Current Affairs One - Liner 6th, 7th & 8th June 2026

National:

• On June 3, 2026, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) cleared four national highway projects worth over ₹24,249 crore. These projects span Odisha, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar, boosting road connectivity. The approval aims to reduce travel time, enhance freight efficiency, and spur regional growth.

• On June 3, 2026, India officially joined Anthropic’s Project Glasswing. This gave India access to the advanced Claude Mythos AI model. Objective → To strengthen digital and cybersecurity capabilities through sovereign AI infrastructure.
• June 4, 2026 India and the UK launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory in New Delhi. Aim to secure strategic mineral resources and strengthen supply chain resilience. This initiative enhances bilateral cooperation in critical sectors vital for energy and technology.
• On June 4–5, 2026, India unveiled its first mass‑market flex‑fuel passenger vehicle. The launch in New Delhi was jointly done by Hardeep Singh Puri (Petroleum & Natural Gas) and Nitin Gadkari (Road Transport & Highways). Developed by Maruti Suzuki, the car runs on petrol blended with ethanol, reducing fossil fuel dependence.
• On June 5, 2026, PM Narendra Modi announced Surha Taal (Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary), Ballia, UP as India’s 100th Ramsar Site. It is a freshwater wetland in the Ganga basin (~3,433 ha). India now has 100 Ramsar sites → 3rd globally, 1st in Asia; UP has 10, Tamil Nadu leads with 20.
• On June 4, 2026, the government set up six expert working groups under Make in India. Aim → To identify up to 100 products for domestic manufacturing and reduce import dependence. Sectors covered → Pharma & Medical Devices, Chemicals, Textiles & Footwear, Capital Goods & EVs, Energy & Infrastructure, Defence/Aerospace (civil) & Electronics.

Banking:

• On June 5, 2026, SoftBank sold a 3.25% stake in Lenskart. The transaction was worth ₹2,873 crore, executed through the open market route. This move slightly reduced SoftBank’s holding in the eyewear unicorn Lenskart.

Economy:

• On June 5–6, 2026, the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released provisional GDP estimates. India’s Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew 7.7% in FY2025–26 (Nominal GDP ~8.9%). Q4 (Jan–Mar 2026) growth accelerated to 7.8%, driven by manufacturing, services, and strong domestic demand.

MoUs:

• On June 4, 2026, Air India and Riyadh Air signed an MoU in Chennai. The pact covers codeshare, interline, and network collaboration. Aim → To enhance connectivity via Delhi, Mumbai, and Riyadh hubs, enabling seamless travel.
• On June 5, 2026, the Himachal Pradesh Government signed an MoU with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The signing took place in Shimla, in presence of CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. Aim → To promote climate‑resilient, inclusive, and sustainable development through circular economy, waste management, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem restoration.
• On June 4, 2026, Tamil Nadu signed a ₹18,600 crore MoU with L&T in Chennai. Projects include a Hyperscale & Edge AI Data Centre (Kancheepuram, ₹15,000 Cr), Electronics Hub (Coimbatore, ₹2,500 Cr), and Offshore Wind/Shipyard Expansion (Kattupalli, ₹1,100 Cr). The pact will generate ~8,200 jobs, boosting AI, electronics, and renewable energy infrastructure.

Sports:

• On June 7–8, 2026, Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) won the Monaco Grand Prix 2026 with a dominant lights‑to‑flag performance from pole. He finished in 2:23:31.243, ahead of Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari, +6.271s) and Isack Hadjar (Red Bull). It was his 5th consecutive and 6th overall win in 2026, making him the youngest Monaco GP winner, with a near‑Grand Slam.
• On June 7, 2026, India won the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 held in Margao, Goa (Fatorda Stadium). The Blue Tigresses defeated rivals to clinch the title, ending a seven‑year drought. It was India’s historic comeback, reclaiming regional supremacy in South Asian women’s football.
• On June 6, 2026, India’s Men’s U18 hockey team won the Men’s U18 Asia Cup 2026 at Kakamigahara, Japan, defeating hosts Japan 4–1 in the final. Ashish Tani Purti starred with a hat‑trick (2’, 28’, 34’), while captain Ketan Kushwaha added the fourth goal.
• On June 4, 2026, Indian wicketkeeper‑batter Kona Srikar Bharat announced his retirement from international cricket. He ended his career at the age of 32, after representing India as a wicketkeeper‑batter in Tests and limited formats. Bharat was known for his solid glovework and dependable batting, featuring in key matches for India.

Apps & Portals:

• On June 3, 2026, the PFRDA (Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority) launched the ‘StAR NPS Platform’. It enables digital onboarding of subscribers under the NPS (National Pension System). The platform simplifies access, boosts transparency, and promotes financial inclusion.
• On June 4, 2026, Union Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh announced a new ANRF‑backed portal. The platform is designed to strengthen India’s research and innovation ecosystem. Focus → Supporting patent filing and research paper writing for Indian researchers.

Govt.Schemes:

• On June 8, 2026, West Bengal formally joined the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB‑PMJAY). This move completed the nationwide adoption of India’s flagship health assurance program. West Bengal became the 36th State/Union Territory to implement the scheme.

Important Days:

• On June 8, 2026, World Oceans Day was observed globally as a United Nations initiative to highlight the importance of oceans. Proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in 2008, it promotes collective action for ocean conservation. The 2026 theme was “Reimagine: Beyond the world we know, a new relationship with our ocean.”
• On June 5, 2026, the UN observed the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing. Established by the UN General Assembly in 2017, it is marked annually on June 5. The date commemorates the entry into force of the Port State Measures Agreement (PSMA).
• On June 5, 2026, the World Day Against Speciesism was observed globally. Suggested themes → “End Speciesism: Equal Compassion for All Beings” / “Beyond Discrimination: One Planet, One Justice.” Focus → Challenged the ideology of speciesism, promoted animal rights, veganism, and links to environmental justice.
• On June 6, 2026, the UN Russian Language Day was observed globally. Focus → Celebrated Alexander Pushkin’s birthday, Russian literature & poetry, and the role of Russian among the UN’s six official languages.
• On June 4, 2026, International Seaweed Day was observed with the suggested theme “Seaweed for a Sustainable Future / Blue Regeneration: Seaweed’s Power for Climate & Nutrition.” Focus → Highlighted seaweed’s role in carbon sequestration, sustainable food, ocean health, and regenerative economies.
• On June 6, 2026, World Pest Day was observed globally with the theme “Defending Health Across Borders: The Global Power of Pest Management.” It emphasized the role of professional pest control in safeguarding public health, food security, property, and the environment.
• On June 9–11, 2026, the International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD) was observed globally, led by the UIC (International Union of Railways). Theme → “Alert Today – Safe Tomorrow”, highlighting rail safety and accident prevention at crossings.

Appointments:

• On June 7, 2026, Banwarilal Purohit, former Governor of Punjab, was unanimously elected President of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB). The election took place at a joint meeting of the Executive Committee and Board of Trustees. Deepak Parekh, veteran finance professional, was elected Vice‑President on the same date.

Awards & Honours:

• In June 2026, the e‑Jagriti platform of the Department of Consumer Affairs won the Silver Award at the National Awards for e‑Governance 2026. It was recognized under Category I: Government Process Re‑engineering through Technology, chosen from 341 nominations. The award will be presented at the 29th National Conference on e‑Governance in Jaipur (July 1–2, 2026).

Obituaries:

• Former Lok Sabha Secretary General and renowned constitutional scholar Dr. Subhash C. Kashyap passed away on June 4, 2026, at the age of 97. He breathed his last at his residence in Sainik Farm, New Delhi, following age-related complications and a cardio-pulmonary arrest.
• On June 4, 2026, veteran film producer Pahlaj Nihalani passed away in Mumbai at the age of 76. He was a noted Bollywood producer and also served as Chairperson of the CBFC (2015–2017). Nihalani was known for films like Aankhen and Shola Aur Shabnam, and for his strong role in film certification.
• Arjuna Awardee and former Asian Games medalist Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal, one of India's most prominent shot putters, passed away on June 8, 2026, in Chandigarh at the age of 67. He had been battling lung cancer.

 Questions: 

Q1. India became a participant in which AI initiative on June 3, 2026?
a) Project Athena
b) Project Glasswing
c) Project Titan
d) Project Falcon

Answer: b)  India joined Anthropic's Project Glasswing, gaining access to the Claude Mythos AI model to strengthen digital and cybersecurity capabilities.

Q2. India currently ranks _____ globally in terms of Ramsar Sites.
a) 1st
b) 2nd
c) 3rd
d) 4th

Answer: c)  India has 100 Ramsar Sites, ranking 3rd globally and 1st in Asia.