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UPSC Current Affairs 1 June 2026 | Daily Digest – Vaidra
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UPSC Current Affairs1 June 2026

42 articles across 3 GS papers

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politicsGS2

Parole, Furlough and Anticipatory Bail in India – Recent Cases, Legal Framework and UPSC Relevance

Parole, furlough and anticipatory bail: key legal updates shaping UPSC polity and criminal justice questions

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politicsGS1

West Bengal Cabinet Expansion; Israel‑Lebanon Tensions; UPI & LPG Reforms; Manipur Hostage Crisis; SIR Census Launch; Vijay’s Political Debut

Key policy shifts in state politics, digital finance, welfare and security reshape UPSC priorities.

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schemesGS3

PM Modi Marks Six Years of PM SVANidhi Scheme – Boost to Street Vendors’ Credit and Empowerment

PM SVANidhi’s 6‑year success shows credit‑linked subsidies driving inclusive growth for street vendors.

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GS Paper I

2 articles

History, Geography & Indian Society

politicsGS1

West Bengal Cabinet Expansion; Israel‑Lebanon Tensions; UPI & LPG Reforms; Manipur Hostage Crisis; SIR Census Launch; Vijay’s Political Debut

Key policy shifts in state politics, digital finance, welfare and security reshape UPSC priorities.

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societyGS1

Ministry of Education unveils Nasha Mukt Vidyalaya Plan on World No Tobacco Day, honors 12 schools

MoE launches school‑level tobacco‑free plan, linking health policy with education reforms.

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GS Paper II

26 articles

Polity, Governance & International Relations

politicsGS2

Parole, Furlough and Anticipatory Bail in India – Recent Cases, Legal Framework and UPSC Relevance

Parole, furlough and anticipatory bail: key legal updates shaping UPSC polity and criminal justice questions

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internationalGS2

GS Paper III

14 articles

Economy, Environment & Science & Technology

schemesGS3

PM Modi Marks Six Years of PM SVANidhi Scheme – Boost to Street Vendors’ Credit and Empowerment

PM SVANidhi’s 6‑year success shows credit‑linked subsidies driving inclusive growth for street vendors.

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societyGS3
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India & Ethiopia Sign WTO Accession Protocol – Steps of WTO Membership Process

WTO accession steps now crucial for UPSC as Ethiopia signs protocol with India

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generalGS2

India‑Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue 2026: Boosting Maritime Security and Defence Industry Cooperation

India‑Australia defence pact deepens Indo‑Pacific security and boosts defence‑industry self‑reliance.

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generalGS2

Russian Drone Strikes Kill One, Injure 24 Across Ukraine – Rising Air‑Defence Battle (June 1, 2026)

Ukraine’s air‑defence downed 228 drones, limiting civilian harm in June 2026 attacks

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Rules Intestate Heirs are Tenants‑in‑Common, Not Joint Tenants under Hindu Succession Act

Supreme Court’s 2026 ruling makes intestate heirs tenants‑in‑common, strengthening gender‑equal property rights.

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defenceGS2

Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh Visits France to Advance ₹3.25 Lakh‑Crore Rafale Procurement

India pushes ₹3.25 Lakh‑Crore Rafale Deal to Boost Air Power and Make‑in‑India

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politicsGS2

Delhi High Court Recognises ‘Right to be Forgotten’ under Article 21 — Framework for De‑indexing Judicial Records

Delhi HC ties right to be forgotten to Article 21, mandating de‑indexing of acquitted persons.

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politicsGS2

Supreme Court Rejects SLP, Holds New Delhi Bar Association Not a ‘State’ under Article 12

Supreme Court narrows Article 12: Bar Association not a ‘State’, limiting writ jurisdiction

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internationalGS2

India-Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue 2026: Boosting Defence Industry, Maritime Security and Quad Cooperation

India‑Australia 2026 defence dialogue deepens industrial ties and boosts Indo‑Pacific maritime security.

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generalGS2

Israel Airstrikes Dahiyeh Suburb as Hezbollah Rockets Hit Northern Israel – 2026 Update

Israel’s Dahiyeh strike and Hezbollah rockets raise UPSC‑relevant security and diplomatic challenges

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internationalGS2

Iran Suspends Text Exchanges with US Over Ceasefire Violation in Lebanon – Implications for US‑Iran Negotiations

Iran halts US talks over Lebanese cease‑fire breach, jeopardising 2026 peace talks

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societyGS2

Supreme Court Issues Notice on PIL to Strengthen Disability Grievance Redressal under RPwD Act

Supreme Court pushes for robust disability grievance redressal under RPwD Act

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societyGS2

Supreme Court Declines Petition to Shift NEET‑UG 2026 Re‑test to Computer‑Based Mode

Supreme Court blocks shift to digital NEET‑UG re‑test, keeping pen‑and‑paper mode.

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internationalGS2

Bangladesh Approves Padma Barrage Project to Boost Water Security and Hydropower

Bangladesh’s Padma Barrage aims to secure water and power, raising trans‑border river concerns

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politicsGS2

President Approves Appointment of Five New Judges to Supreme Court – Details of Appointees

President appoints five judges, highlighting Supreme Court appointment process for UPSC.

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internationalGS2

PM Narendra Modi Holds Bilateral Talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing – Emphasis on Neighbourhood First, Act East & Indo‑Pacific

India‑Myanmar talks boost Neighbourhood First, Act East and Indo‑Pacific goals

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internationalGS2

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing’s Official Visit to India (30 May‑3 June 2026): Key Agreements on Connectivity, Trade and Security

India fast‑tracks Myanmar connectivity projects to boost regional trade and security

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internationalGS2

PM Modi Highlights India‑Oman CEPA Benefits for Exporters, Jobs and Farmers — PMO Tweet, 1 June 2026

India‑Oman CEPA aims to boost exports, create jobs and shield farmers, showcasing executive trade strategy.

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generalGS2

India‑Oman CEPA Comes into Force (1 June 2026) – 99.38% Duty‑Free Access Boosts Trade

India‑Oman CEPA gives 99.38% duty‑free access, creating a Gulf‑East Africa trade gateway.

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politicsGS2

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Meets PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi – 1 June 2026

CM‑PM meeting underscores cooperative federalism and digital transparency in governance.

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defenceGS2

Air Marshal Tarun Chaudhry Takes Charge as AOC-in-C, Central Air Command – Key Facts for UPSC

New AOC‑in‑C of Central Air Command signals a push for modernising India’s air‑defence

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generalGS2

Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty Takes Charge as 20th Commander‑in‑Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command

New naval chief underscores strategic importance of Andaman & Nicobar Command for India’s maritime security

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generalGS2

Maj Gen Rachel Thomas Appointed ADG of Military Nursing Service – Succession after 40‑Year Tenure

Women officer leads Military Nursing Service, boosting defence health and gender representation.

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societyGS2

PM Narendra Modi Congratulates India on 19 Medals, Including 10 Golds, at 22nd Asian U20 Athletics Championships

PM’s praise for 19 medals spotlights Khelo India’s impact on junior sports and India’s soft power.

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societyGS2

PM Narendra Modi Highlights Ideal Teacher Qualities through Sanskrit Subhashitam (June 1 2026)

PM Modi uses Sanskrit verse to stress dual mastery and teaching for quality education.

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societyGS2

PM Narendra Modi Condoles Death of Legendary Playback Singer Suman Kalyanpur — Cultural Impact

PM’s condolence on Suman Kalyanpur’s death underscores cultural heritage and digital diplomacy

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NFHS‑6 Shows Gains in Child Health but Rising Obesity – Implications for India’s Health Policy

NFHS‑6 reveals child‑health gains but rising obesity, urging policy shift to NCDs

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economyGS3

India’s 3F Challenge: Fuel, Fertiliser & Forex Pressures Amid West Asia War

India’s ‘3F challenge’ – fuel, fertilizer and forex pressures – threatens macro‑economic stability after the West Asia war.

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economyGS3

India FY 2025‑26 Provisional Accounts: ₹33.86 Lakh crore Receipts, ₹49.05 Lakh crore Expenditure & State Devolution

FY 2025‑26 accounts reveal rising state devolution and mounting debt‑service costs, testing fiscal federalism.

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UPI Transactions Hit Record ₹29.90 Lakh Crore in May 2026 — Growth Drivers and Future Outlook

Record UPI volumes in May 2026 underscore fintech’s thrust toward a cash‑less, inclusive economy.

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economyGS3

April 2026 Government of India Accounts: Receipts, Expenditure & State Devolution Highlights

Rising state devolution and soaring interest outgo signal fiscal stress – crucial for UPSC.

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economyGS3

Haryana CM Nayab Saini Launches Make in Haryana Policy‑2026 for ₹5 Lakh Cr Investment & 10 Lakh Jobs

Haryana’s 2026 policy seeks ₹5 lakh crore investment and 10 lakh jobs, reshaping state manufacturing.

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India Cuts Kharif Fertiliser Requirements Amid El Niño Forecast — Dept of Agriculture & Family Welfare

Weak monsoon forces India to cut Kharif fertilizer demand, highlighting climate‑policy links.

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economyGS3

PM Modi urges austerity‑type cuts amid high oil prices – Implications for India’s Economy

Modi urges citizen austerity as oil prices surge, testing India’s fiscal resilience

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generalGS3

India’s Seafood Exports Hit Record ₹73,890 Crore in FY 2025‑26 – Shrimp Leads, US & China Top Markets

Record seafood exports boost trade balance; UPSC must link shrimp surge to policy and market diversification.

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environmentGS3

DST‑BSIP Study Reconstructs 4,000‑Year Climate Record of Majuli Island, Assam

Palaeo‑climate study of Majuli guides flood‑risk policy for river islands.

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ANRF & Ministry of Jal Shakti Launch ₹200 crore MAHA Water Mission to Boost Start‑ups in Water Sector

MAHA Water Mission links research funding, startups and space data to solve India's water crisis

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societyGS3

Pune‑Pimpri‑Chinchwad Illicit Liquor Tragedy Highlights Methanol Abuse and Regulatory Gaps

Methanol‑tainted illicit liquor deaths expose policy and enforcement failures in India

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National Zoological Park Launches Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 to Promote Swachh Bharat and Mission LiFE

NZP’s Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 links zoo education with Swachh Bharat and Mission LiFE.

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