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UPSC Current Affairs — June 2026

40 articles across 9 categories for UPSC preparation.

40 Articles
9 Categories

defence

2 articles

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

Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh arrived in France on 1 June 2026 to advance a ₹3.25 lakh‑crore deal for 114 Rafale fighters. The procurement, initiated b…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

Air Marshal Tarun Chaudhry took charge as Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command on 1 June 2026, succeeding Air Marshal Balakrishnan M…

1 Jun 2026GS2

economy

7 articles

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

The West Asia war has disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, raising crude prices and straining India’s fuel imports, fertiliser supply cha…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

environment

2 articles

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

The National Zoological Park in New Delhi has launched a 15‑day Swachhata Pakhwada (01‑15 June 2026) to reinforce Swachh Bharat Mission and Mission Li…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

general

7 articles

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

On June 1, 2026, Russian combat drones struck several Ukrainian cities, killing one and injuring over two dozen civilians. The attacks, part of the on…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

international

7 articles

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

India and Ethiopia signed a WTO accession protocol on 22 May 2026, initiating Ethiopia’s membership journey. The WTO accession process involves a form…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

politics

7 articles

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

In May 2026, Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh’s 30‑day parole and a life convict’s 10‑week temporary release highlighted India’s parole and furlough rules, whi…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

schemes

1 article

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

On 1 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the sixth anniversary of the PM SVANidhi scheme, highlighting its role in providing collateral‑fre…

1 Jun 2026GS3

science

1 article

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

On 1 June 2026, Dr Jitendra Singh launched the ₹200 crore MAHA Water Mission under ANRF and the Ministry of Jal Shakti to boost startups and MSMEs in …

1 Jun 2026GS3

society

6 articles

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

The Supreme Court, on 21 July 2026, issued notice on a PIL demanding stronger grievance redressal under the RPwD Act. The petition points to low compl…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

June 2026 Current Affairs for UPSC — Complete Coverage

This archive contains 40 current affairs articles from June 2026, curated specifically for UPSC Civil Services Examination preparation. Every article is reviewed for UPSC relevance, categorised by subject area, and mapped to the relevant General Studies paper — giving you structured, revision-ready content.

This month's compilation spans 9 subject categories including defence, economy, environment, and general among 9 total topics. Each category section groups articles by theme, making it easier to revise topic-wise rather than chronologically.

By GS paper distribution, GS2 accounts for 26 articles, GS3 accounts for 12 articles, and GS1 accounts for 2 articles this month. This breakdown helps you identify which GS papers received the most current affairs coverage and prioritise your revision accordingly.

Combine this monthly archive with Vaidra's daily current affairs for comprehensive Prelims and Mains coverage. Each article includes AI-generated key points, UPSC-specific analysis, predicted exam questions, and vocabulary terms to accelerate your preparation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to cut gold purchases, overseas travel and private vehicle use as oil prices surge and the rupee weaken…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

On 1 June 2026, Haryana CM Nayab Saini launched the Make in Haryana Industrial Policy‑2026, targeting ₹5 lakh crore of investment and 10 lakh jobs. Th…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

The Department of Agriculture and Family Welfare has lowered its Kharif fertiliser demand—cutting urea to 190.32 LMT and DAP to 56.23 LMT—after the IM…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

In May 2026, the <span class="key-term" data-definition="Unified Payments Interface — a real‑time payment system that enables instant fund transfers b…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

The Ministry of Finance released FY 2025‑26 provisional accounts showing ₹33.86 Lakh crore receipts (99.4% of estimate) and ₹49.05 Lakh crore expendit…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

In April 2026, the Ministry of Finance reported Union receipts of ₹2,12,679 crore (5.8 % of the FY 2026‑27 estimate) and total expenditure of ₹5,74,89…

1 Jun 2026GS3

Scientists from DST and BSIP have reconstructed a 4,000‑year climate and vegetation record for Majuli Island, Assam, using pollen and grain‑size analy…

1 Jun 2026GS3

On 1 June 2026, Defence Ministers Rajnath Singh and Richard Marles held the second India‑Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue, advancing a renewed Jo…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On June 1, 2026 Israel ordered airstrikes on Beirut’s Dahiyeh suburb after Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel, breaking the April‑17 ceasefire…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

The India‑Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) entered into force on 1 June 2026, granting India duty‑free access to 99.38 % of it…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty took charge as the 20th Commander‑in‑Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command on 1 June 2026. His extensive naval experience…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

India’s seafood exports hit a record ₹73,890 crore in FY 2025‑26, driven chiefly by frozen shrimp. The United States and China remained the top buyers…

1 Jun 2026GS3

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

Maj Gen Rachel Thomas took charge as Additional Director General of the Military Nursing Service on 1 June 2026, succeeding Maj Gen Lissamma PV after …

1 Jun 2026GS2

On June 1, 2026, Iran halted text exchanges with the United States, accusing Washington of breaching the ceasefire after Israel intensified strikes in…

1 Jun 2026GS2

Bangladesh Approves Padma Barrage Project to Boost Water Security and Hydropower

Bangladesh has approved the 2.1‑km Padma barrage on the Padma (Ganga) River to store 2.9 billion m³ of water, generate 113 MW of hydropower and irriga…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in India, marking the President’s first foreign visit. The talks …

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

From 30 May to 3 June 2026, Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing visited India, meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and senior officials. The talks re…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

Prime Minister Narendra Modi retweeted an article by Union Minister Piyush Goyal on June 1, 2026, highlighting how the India‑Oman Comprehensive Econom…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles co‑chaired the second India‑Australia Defence Minis…

1 Jun 2026GS2

The day’s headlines cover a West Bengal cabinet expansion, Israel’s deeper incursion into Lebanon amid stalled ceasefire talks, reforms to UPI and LPG…

1 Jun 2026GS1

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

The Supreme Court on 1 June 2026 ruled that heirs inheriting under the Hindu Succession Act hold property as tenants‑in‑common, each with a distinct s…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On May 29, 2026, the Delhi High Court linked the "right to be forgotten" to Article 21, directing search engines to de‑index judicial records of acqui…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

The Supreme Court on 2 June 2026 dismissed Sangita Rai's SLP, upholding the Delhi High Court's finding that the New Delhi Bar Association, a private s…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, Rajasthan’s Chief Minister Shri Bhajanlal Sharma met Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi. The PMO posted the meeting on X, …

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, the President of India approved the appointment of five new judges to the Supreme Court under Article 124. The appointees include four…

1 Jun 2026GS2

On June 2, 2026, the Supreme Court rejected a petition by MP Sudhakar Singh seeking a Computer‑Based Test for the NEET‑UG 2026 re‑test, citing earlier…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam praising individuals who master a skill and can teach it effectively. The m…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India’s contingent for winning 19 medals, including 10 golds, at the 22nd Asian U20 Athleti…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 1 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, via the Prime Minister's Office, expressed condolences on X for the death of legendary playback singer S…

1 Jun 2026GS2

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

On 29 May 2026, the Ministry of Education celebrated World No Tobacco Day by launching the Nasha Mukt Vidyalaya three‑year action plan and awarding tw…

1 Jun 2026GS1