National:
- On 4 July 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Rajasthan and Gujarat to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for several development projects related to infrastructure, railways, energy, urban development, and industry. The visit aimed to accelerate regional development, improve connectivity, generate employment, attract investment, and strengthen the government's vision of Viksit Bharat through faster economic growth and public infrastructure expansion.
- On 3 July 2026, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved defence procurement proposals worth ₹52,000 crore to modernise the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The approvals aim to strengthen India's defence capabilities, enhance operational preparedness, promote indigenous defence manufacturing under Aatmanirbhar Bharat, and improve national security through advanced military equipment.
- India crossed the milestone of 104 crore linked Digital Health Records on 3 July 2026 under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). The achievement reflects the rapid adoption of digital healthcare services and aims to provide seamless access to health records, improve continuity of care, strengthen digital health infrastructure, and enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery across the country.
- On 4 July 2026, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the first export of cherries and plums from Jammu & Kashmir to the UAE. The initiative aims to expand India's agricultural exports, provide better market access for farmers, increase their income, and promote high-value horticultural products in international markets.
- On 4 July 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the CG Semi OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) facility at Sanand, Gujarat. The facility aims to strengthen India's semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, reduce import dependence, boost domestic chip production, attract investment, create skilled employment, and support the India Semiconductor Mission and Make in India initiative.
Banking:
- On 3 July 2026, the Delhi Government approved the launch of an ₹8,300 crore air pollution control project with financial support from the World Bank. The project aims to reduce air pollution in Delhi by strengthening clean transport, improving air quality monitoring, promoting sustainable urban development, and implementing advanced pollution control measures. It also seeks to improve public health and support long-term environmental sustainability in the national capital.
- On 3 July 2026, State Bank of India announced that it would acquire the 10% stake held by National Housing Bank in RMBS Development Company Limited. The acquisition aims to strengthen SBI's role in the development of India's residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) market, improve long-term housing finance, deepen the housing finance ecosystem, and support the growth of the country's financial markets.
- Harnbasva University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on 3 July 2026 to strengthen academic cooperation. The partnership aims to promote student and faculty exchange, joint research, innovation, skill development, and knowledge sharing, while enhancing educational collaboration between India and Vietnam.
Science & Technology:
- On 2 July 2026, Tshering Choden, a mountaineer from Sikkim, successfully climbed Mount Elbrus (5,642 metres) in Russia, the highest peak in Europe. The achievement is an important milestone in her Seven Summits mission, which aims to scale the highest mountain on each continent. Her success highlights India's growing presence in international mountaineering and serves as an inspiration for adventure sports enthusiasts, especially women.
- On 3 July 2026, Indian Space Research Organisation successfully conducted the first ground test of the Static Object Lift and Verification Experiment (SOLVE) at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, to validate the parachute deployment system of the Gaganyaan crew module. The test aims to verify the reliability and safety of the parachute recovery system, ensuring the safe landing of astronauts during India's first human spaceflight mission.
- On 3 July 2026, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency announced that its Hayabusa2 spacecraft successfully completed a historic high-speed flyby of Asteroid Torifune. The mission collected valuable scientific observations to improve understanding of asteroids, the early Solar System, and future deep-space exploration technologies. The successful flyby further demonstrated Hayabusa2's extended mission capabilities beyond its original asteroid sample-return mission.
Sports:
- On 5 July 2026, Australia won its seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title by defeating England by 7 wickets in the final held at Lord's, London, England. Ellyse Perry was named the Player of the Match, while Beth Mooney received the Player of the Tournament award. The victory reinforced Australia's dominance as the most successful team in the history of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.
- On 3 July 2026, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became India's youngest international cricket debutant, surpassing the record previously held by Sachin Tendulkar. His international debut marked a significant milestone in Indian cricket and highlighted the emergence of a new young talent. The achievement reflects India's strong youth development system and the increasing opportunities for promising cricketers at the international level.
Appointments & Resignation:
- On 5 July 2026, Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. announced his retirement from international football following Brazil's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. Brazil was eliminated in the Round of 16 after losing to Norway. Neymar retired as one of Brazil's greatest footballers and the country's all-time leading men's international goalscorer, bringing an end to his distinguished international career.
- In the Global Passport Index 2026, India's passport was ranked 125th, reflecting its position in terms of visa-free and visa-on-arrival access to other countries. The ranking helps compare the travel strength of passports worldwide and is important for understanding global mobility, international access, and the ease with which citizens can travel across borders.
Awards and Honours:
- On 3 July 2026, the ICMR-MINDS platform developed by the Indian Council of Medical Research received the Gold Award at the National e-Governance Awards 2026. The AI-powered mental healthcare platform was recognised for improving digital mental health services, enabling early detection and treatment support, and promoting technology-driven healthcare governance in India.
- on 3 July 2026, Eastern India recorded the highest number of Geographical Indication (GI) registrations, while Madhya Pradesh emerged as the top-performing state in GI registrations during 2025–26. The achievement highlights efforts to protect unique regional products, preserve traditional knowledge, support local artisans and farmers, and promote exports through stronger intellectual property protection.
Important Days:
- World Rural Development Day is observed on 6 July 2026 to highlight the importance of sustainable rural development and improving the quality of life in rural communities. Theme is "Financing the First Mile of Food Systems". The day promotes poverty reduction, agricultural development, rural infrastructure, employment generation, and inclusive growth to achieve sustainable development.
- World Zoonoses Day is observed every year on 6 July to commemorate the successful administration of the first rabies vaccine by Louis Pasteur in 1885. . The core theme is "One World, One Health: Prevent Zoonoses", aims to raise awareness about zoonotic diseases that spread from animals to humans and emphasises disease prevention, vaccination, surveillance, and the One Health approach.
Questions:
Q1. The milestone of 104 crore linked Digital Health Records was achieved under which initiative?
a) National Digital Health Mission
b) Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
c) e-Sanjeevani Mission
d) Ayushman Bharat Yojana
Answer: b) India crossed 104 crore linked Digital Health Records under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) to strengthen digital healthcare delivery
Q2. Australia won its seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title by defeating:
a) India
b) South Africa
c) England
d) New Zealand
Answer: c) Australia defeated England by 7 wickets in the final to claim its seventh ICC Women's T20 World Cup title.
