- On June 26, 2026, the DAE inaugurated the world’s first nuclear process heat‑based hydrogen facility at IGCAR, Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. It uses Fast Breeder Test Reactor (FBTR) heat with an indigenous Copper‑Chlorine (Cu‑Cl) thermochemical cycle developed by BARC. The facility was launched by Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty.
- In June 2026, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced a plan to invest USD 48 billion in India by 2030. This includes an additional USD 13 billion, on top of a prior USD 35 billion commitment. Over USD 21 billion will be focused on AI and cloud (AWS) infrastructure expansion.
- In June 2026, Herbalife India and IIT Madras launched the Centre of Excellence on Plant Cell Fermentation Technology at the IIT Madras Research Park. Funded through Herbalife’s CSR, it focuses on sustainable and scalable production of herbal biomass, enriched extracts, and phytochemicals. The CoE applies plant cell fermentation technology for health and wellness applications, marking India’s first such initiative.
- In June 2026, IIT Bombay and SUNY Old Westbury (New York, USA) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to boost collaboration in science, engineering, and AI research. The agreement supports IIT Bombay’s plan to set up its first overseas sub‑campus at SUNY Old Westbury, Long Island.
- In June 2026, Abelardo (Jaime) de la Espriella, a far‑right lawyer and political outsider, won Colombia’s presidential runoff. He narrowly defeated left‑wing senator Iván Cepeda, who was backed by outgoing President Gustavo Petro. The margin was extremely tight, with victory by less than 1% (~250,000 votes).
- In June 2026, Goldman Sachs raised India’s CY26 real GDP growth forecast by 30 bps to 6.8% and FY27 to 6.5%. The upgrade was driven by lower oil prices post US–Iran peace deal, easing supply disruptions, and resilient domestic demand. It also lowered inflation forecast to 4.4% and projected the current account deficit at 1.1% of GDP.
- On June 27, 2026, Ancy Sojan Edappally, a 25‑year‑old Indian long jumper from Thrissur, Kerala, set a new national record of 6.88 metres at the National Inter‑State Senior Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar. Her jump (legal wind +0.7 m/s) broke the 22‑year‑old record of 6.83m set by Anju Bobby George at the 2004 Athens Olympics. This performance also ensured her qualification for the Asian Games 2026
- Cricket returns to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics after 128 years, with six teams each in Men’s and Women’s T20 formats. Men’s T20: 4 teams via ICC Rankings (Dec 31, 2026), host USA (if top‑15), and winner of ICC Olympics Qualifier 2027. Women’s T20: Australia, Great Britain, India, South Africa (via ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026) plus host USA and Qualifier 2027 winner.
- World MSME Day was observed on June 27, 2026, as declared by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in 2017. The 2026 theme was “Human‑Centered Entrepreneurship in an AI‑Driven Future”, highlighting technology with people at the core. It celebrates the role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving global and national economic growth.
- Statistics Day 2026 was observed on June 29, 2026, marking its 20th edition. The theme was “Unlocking the Potential of Administrative Data”, stressing the use of routine government data for policymaking. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, founder of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI).
- International Asteroid Day was observed on June 30, 2026, as a United Nations (UN) observance. It raises awareness about asteroid impact hazards and planetary defense, commemorating the Tunguska event of June 30, 1908. Global activities included events, talks, and campaigns on asteroid detection, tracking, and deflection technologies.
- National Doctors’ Day was observed in India on July 1, 2026, as an annual tribute to the medical fraternity. The 2026 theme was “Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?”, focusing on doctors’ well‑being. It commemorates Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, legendary physician, former Chief Minister of West Bengal, and Bharat Ratna awardee.
- World Refrigeration Day is observed annually on June 26, marking the birthday of Lord Kelvin. The 2026 theme was “Cool Intelligence”, highlighting innovation, expertise, and smart technologies in refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pumps. It emphasized their role in sustainability, food security, health, and energy efficiency.
- The International Day of Deafblindness is observed on June 27, chosen to honor the birth of Helen Keller. It raises awareness of the rights and lived realities of people with deafblindness, with global recognition by the UN since 2025. The theme is “Empowering Voices: Inclusion and Innovation for Deafblind Communities”.
- On June 30, 2026, the Telangana government appointed 1992‑batch IAS officer Sanjay Jaju as the new Chief Secretary. He succeeded K. Ramakrishna Rao, who retired and became an advisor to the CM. Jaju was recently repatriated from central services and will also hold additional charges in key departments like Industries and IT.
- On June 25, 2026, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, Chief of the Air Staff, released the memoir “The Second Orbit: Belief of a Man… Dreams of 1.4 Billion Hearts” in New Delhi. The book, authored by Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, chronicles his journey as an Indian astronaut.
- On June 25, 2026, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan released the book “Sanskritir Ratna Bhandar: Bhaowaiyar Itibritto” at Uprashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. Authored by Dr. Jayanta Kumar Roy and Ms. Sangita Roy, it documents the history and cultural significance of Bhawaiya folk music. Bhawaiya is a traditional genre of North Bengal, Assam, and the Koch Rajbanshi community.
- On June 27, 2026, veteran Tamil filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj passed away in Chennai at the age of 73. He was a legendary actor, director, screenwriter, and writer, widely admired in Tamil cinema. His death was due to a cardiac arrest/heart attack, marking the end of a prolific creative journey.
Questions:
Q1. The world's first nuclear process heat-based hydrogen facility was inaugurated by:a). Dr. V. Narayanan
b). Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty
c). Dr. Jitendra Singh
d). Dr. A.K. Sood
Answer: b) The facility was inaugurated by Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission.
Q2. Amazon plans to invest a total of how much in India by 2030?
a) USD 35 billion
b). USD 40 billion
c). USD 48 billion
d). USD 60 billion
Answer: c) Amazon announced a USD 48 billion investment plan for India by 2030.
