Current Affairs
- India, Saudi Arabia in water management pact
India and Saudi Arabia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in the field of water resource management on June 29, 2026. The agreement is designed to improve cooperation on water conservation, desalination technologies, wastewater treatment, groundwater management and sustainable water consumption. During the first Saudi Water Forum, the two countries signed a deal showing their commitment to tackle water constraint and sustainable development.
2. Indian Rowers Claim First Gold In World Rowing Cup
Indian Army Havildar Lakshya and Havildar Ujjwal Kumar Singh created history on June 27, 2026, winning the first gold medal for India at the World Rowing Cup. “This is a remarkable achievement and highlights the increasing strength of Indian Rowing on the world stage and further adds to the contribution of the Indian Armed Forces towards development of world class athletes.
- IAF Concludes 5th Aerospace and Warfare Strategy Programme
The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted a closing symposium in New Delhi for the 5th Aerospace and Warfare Strategy Programme (WASP) on 29 June 2026. The program focused on modern warfare, aerospace strategy, developing technology and future military issues, and helped to foster strategic thinking among senior defence officers.
- Medals for Distinguished Service, President Awards
Indian Armed Forces and Coast Guard personnel receive Distinguished Service Medals from President Droupadi Murmu at the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase II) at Rashtrapati Bhavan. These awards recognize superior service, leadership and dedication to national security.
- Army chief: Gen Dheeraj Seth takes charge
General Upendra Dwivedi was succeeded by General Dheeraj Seth as the 31st Chief of Army Staff (COAS) on June 30, 2026. His appointment brings about a big change in the leadership of the Indian Army with hopes for further modernisation and operational readiness.
- Rajnath Singh launches DRDO’s DFP-2026
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh launches Delegation of Financial Powers (DFP-2026) for Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) The new approach will increase financial autonomy, streamline approval processes and accelerate defence research, innovation and procurement.
- Project Brahmank completes 16 years
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in Arunachal Pradesh celebrated the 16th anniversary of Project Brahmank on 29 June, 2026. The project is important for the building and maintenance of critical border infrastructure, improving connectivity in remote and sensitive areas.
- Gram Sabha participation: A national study
A report on the national study, “Low Participation in Gram Sabhas across States and Union Territories”, was released in New Delhi. The study has discussed the reasons of less public participation in the Gram Sabha meetings and suggested the ways to promote grassroots democracy, transparency and citizen participation.
- India bags five medals at Global Skills Challenge 2026
India showcased brilliant performance at the Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026 winning five medals – three gold, one silver and one bronze. This competition proved India’s great performance in the field of vocational education, technical skills and workforce development at the international level.
- Introduction of Ayushman Sarathi PM-JAY Chatbot
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launches Ayushman Sarathi PM-JAY chatbot It is a WhatsApp-based digital assistant and is meant to provide knowledge about the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) programme. This chatbot provides instant information to recipients on health, eligibility criteria and program related services.
- SUMAN 2030 – Roadmap for maternal health
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched SUMAN 2030 Roadmap in 16th Conference of Central Council of Health and Family Welfare. The strategy aims to reduce maternal and newborn mortality through improving access to good quality health care, institutional delivery and maternal health emergency services.
- Procedure of “Improvement Notice” under Legal Metrology Act 16
The Department of Consumer Affairs has adopted the “Improvement Notice” procedure under Legal Metrology Act, 2009. The clause allows for a first-time violation of procedural rules to be remedied before a sanction is imposed. This encourages voluntary compliance and prevents the need for unnecessary judicial proceedings.
- Sujalam Sufalam Jal Abhiyan programme enhances water storage
In Gujarat, the Sujalam Sufalam Jal Abhiyan programme is promoting water conservation through deepening of ponds, desilting, repair of check dams and aquifer recharging. The effort has significantly enhanced water storage and fosters sustainable agriculture and water security in rural areas.
- India wins Bronze at 2026 AVC Men’s Volleyball Cup
India won the bronze medal at the 2026 AVC Men’s Volleyball Cup, which was held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat from June 20 to June 28, 2026. This is a testimony to the progress Indian volleyball is making on the continental stage and the rising popularity of the sport in the country.
- Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 Approved
The Delhi Cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, adopted the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 which will come into effect from July 1, 2026. This approach boosts electric mobility by means of purchase incentives, expansion of charging infrastructure, clean public transport and reduction of automobile emissions.
- Kisan Sarathi Digital Agricultural
Advisory Platform Kisan Sarathi is the India’s most integrated digital agricultural advisory platform, jointly established by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, ICAR and CSCs. It provides advice, weather, crop management and market information in several languages to farmers across India.
- RIMPAC 2026: Naval Exercise Underway
The Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026 exercise began in Hawaii on June 24, 2026 and will conclude on July 31, 2026. RIMPAC is the world’s largest multinational maritime exercise, enhancing naval cooperation, interoperability, maritime security and disaster response skills among participating nations.
- Discovered new millisecond pulsar
We report the discovery of a new millisecond pulsar PSR J0125-5854 in the SMART survey using the Murchison Widefield Array (MWA). This discovery gives us insight into how neutron stars and pulsars evolve and provides important information about the very hostile environment of the universe.
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