Current Affairs 11 June 2026

National Affairs

MoHFW Releases NFHS-6 Highlighting Key Health Gains
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) released the National Family Health Survey – 6 (NFHS-6), the 6th series highlighting key gains in health, nutrition, and population indicators while supporting the government’s push towards greater data harmonization.

• Purpose: To provide high-quality, reliable data on population, health, nutrition, and family welfare indicators across India.
• Nodal Agency: Conducted during 2023-24 by MoHFW with the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai, as the nodal agency.
• Coverage: The survey covered nearly 6.79 lakh households across 715 districts in all States/UTs, except Manipur.
• Indicators: The fact sheets focus on 101 major indicators to provide a concise snapshot of India’s most critical demographic trends.

Union Minister Amit Shah Launches LPMS ‘VINIMAY’ to Digitise Land Ports
Union Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah launched the Land Port Management System (LPMS) – VINIMAY in New Delhi. Developed by the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI), the digital platform aims to modernize operations, facilitate trade, and strengthen border security.

• Integration: Enables real-time data sharing across ICEGATE, CBIC, BSF, DGFT, UIDAI, ULIP, and private operators through an open platform.
• Benefits: Eliminates nearly 90% of paperwork, reduces truck waiting times by 40–60%, and cuts gate processing times by 22–35% while enhancing cross-border transparency and inter-agency coordination.

Union Education Minister Issues LoA to Three Global Universities for Campus Expansion
Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan issued Letters of Approval (LoA) to three globally reputed foreign universities to set up campuses in India, pushing the Internationalisation of Education under the NEP 2020.

• University of Bristol (UK): Will be established at the Mumbai Enterprise Campus, offering programs in Immersive Arts, Finance, Data Science, and Innovation.
• University of York (UK): Will establish its first overseas campus in Mumbai, focusing on AI, Cyber Security, Business, and Creative Industries.
• University of New South Wales (Australia): Will open UNSW Bengaluru at Manyata Business Park in August 2026, offering courses in Cyber Security, Business, and Renewable Energy.

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Unveils ₹1.25 Lakh Crore VB-G RAM G Initiative
Union Minister of Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan unveiled the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G), a massive ₹1.25 lakh crore rural development initiative effective from July 1, 2026.

• Objective: To ensure a seamless transition from MGNREGA (2005), generate employment, create durable rural assets, and promote digital governance across 2.8 lakh Gram Panchayats.
• Allocation: Includes an interim allocation of ₹95,692.31 crore (₹92,550.17 crore for States, ₹1,291.52 crore for UTs, and ₹1,850.62 crore for central administration).
• Implementation: Gram Panchayats and Gram Sabhas will select development works, focusing on roads, water conservation, and community infrastructure.

Overview of Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez’s Visit to India
Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez undertook a 5-day working visit to India to strengthen bilateral energy cooperation.

• Bilateral Meeting: Held talks with PM Narendra Modi to review India–Venezuela relations, focusing on energy security, trade, healthcare, and Renewable Energy (RE).
• Visit to Jamnagar: Toured the Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) oil refinery in Jamnagar, Gujarat—the world’s largest single-point oil refining facility.
• Bilateral Trade: Trade reached $678.94 million in FY26. In May 2026, Venezuela emerged as India’s 3rd largest crude oil supplier behind Russia and the UAE.

Union Minister Rajnath Singh Approves 250 MW Solar-BESS Project on Defence Land
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh approved a 250 Megawatt (MW) Solar Power Project with an integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Sitapur ex-cantonment in Uttar Pradesh.

• Overview: A first-of-its-kind renewable energy initiative on defence land designed to provide reliable power to military establishments and reduce grid dependency.
• Implementation: NTPC Limited will execute the project under the supervision of the Integrated Headquarters of the MoD (Army) and the Directorate General Defence Estates (DGDE).
• Technology: Combines a 250 MW Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system with BESS for round-the-clock power supply without transferring MoD land ownership.

Varanasi Becomes First City Under India’s 'Easy Connect' Aviation Model
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced Varanasi as the first city integrated into India’s new "Easy Connect" hub-and-spoke aviation model.

• Overview: Passengers can complete international immigration and baggage formalities at their origin airport (Varanasi) and transit seamlessly through Phase-1 hub airports like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Rajkot.
• Connectivity: Grants direct access to 17 global destinations including London, Frankfurt, Singapore, and Dubai.
• Implementation: Operated by Air India, the service launches on the Varanasi–Delhi route (AI-1111) on June 25, 2026.

International Affairs

SIPRI Report 2026: India Among World’s Top 5 Military Spenders, Holds 190 Nuclear Warheads
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its 2026 Yearbook, revealing India as the world’s fifth-largest military spender at $92.1 billion (an 8.9% increase).

• Total Nuclear Warheads: India’s nuclear arsenal grew from 180 warheads in 2025 to 190 in 2026. Globally, the nine nuclear states possess around 12,187 nuclear weapons.
• Global Military Expenditure: Surged for the 11th consecutive year to $2.9 trillion in 2025, representing 2.5% of the world’s GDP.
• Top Global Spenders: The USA ranked first ($954 billion), followed by China ($336 billion) and Russia ($190 billion).

Russian President Offers Sukhoi Su-57 Stealth Aircraft & Joint Production to India
At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Russian President Vladimir Putin offered India the advanced 5th-generation Sukhoi Su-57 stealth aircraft with a proposal for joint production.

• Technology Transfer: The deal includes full technology transfer and local manufacturing facilities, aligning with India's ‘Make in India’ initiative.
• Background: India previously withdrew from a joint Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) program with Russia in 2021 due to tech-transfer and cost disputes.
• Sukhoi Su-57 (Felon): A stealth multirole fighter built by United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) to rival the US F-35, featuring supermaneuverability and sustained supersonic speeds.

Banking & Finance

Viyona Fintech Gets NPCI Certification as Biller Operating Unit under BBPS
Viyona Fintech India Pvt Ltd received certification as a Biller Operating Unit (BOU) under the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS), operated by NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL).

• Operational Role: Allows Viyona to onboard billers across sectors so they can collect payments seamlessly through the Bharat BillPay network.
• Certification Portfolio: This certification joins Viyona’s existing NPCI-certified offerings, which include UPI Switch, IMPS, Banking Connect, and e-KYC Setu.
• About BBPS: An interoperable platform operated by NBBL that standardizes bill collections across multiple categories in India.

Economy & Business

Meta & Reliance Partner to Develop 168 MW AI-Enabled Data Centre in Gujarat
Meta Platforms Inc. has partnered with Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) to build its first large-scale, AI-enabled Data Centre in India, located in Jamnagar, Gujarat.

• Overview: Meta will lease 168 MW of AI-ready capacity from RIL, with operations expected to go live by 2028.
• Sustainability: The facility will run on 100% renewable energy (supported by 925 MW of clean energy from CleanMax and Fourth Partner Energy) and use desalinated seawater for cooling.
• Connectivity & Services: RIL will provide end-to-end lifecycle management. The centre will be linked to Meta’s global subsea cable network, Project Waterworth.

Acquisitions & Mergers

Oman India Fund Sells 3.65% Stake in Capital Small Finance Bank for ₹37 Crore
The Oman India Joint Investment Fund II (OIJIF II)—promoted by Oman’s sovereign wealth fund and SBI—sold a 3.65% stake in Capital Small Finance Bank.

• The Acquisition: Lyptus Punch-Card Fund acquired the entire stake sold by OIJIF II.
• Transaction Value: The block deal saw 1.36 million shares sold at ₹270 per share, totaling approximately ₹36.79 crore.
• Execution: The trade was executed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) at a 1.11% discount to the bank's closing price.

State News

CSIR-CRRI Signs MoA with Haryana for Urban Road Greening & Dust Mitigation
The CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) signed an MoA with the Government of Haryana to implement the “Standard Framework for Paving and Greening of Urban Roads” in the National Capital Region (NCR).

• Objective: To reduce road-dust pollution, build climate-resilient infrastructure, and improve long-term mobility planning.
• Key Components: Focuses on climate-resilient road design, greening road corridors, deploying a Road Asset Management System (RAMS), and adopting advanced road maintenance technologies.

Assam Govt & EU Launch Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati
The Government of Assam, in partnership with the European Union (EU), launched the Blue Valley Cluster to boost sectors like Flavours, Fragrances, and AYUSH.

• Focus Sectors: Promotes sustainable industrial growth across tea, agarwood, natural fragrances, and AYUSH-based products.
• Economic Opportunities: Connects local farmers, MSMEs, and startups with the European market to create high-value export opportunities.
• Partnership MoU: The Assam Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC) and the Federation of European Businesses in India (FEBI) signed an MoU to facilitate investment and business partnerships.

Awards & Recognitions

President Murmu Confers 51 Gallantry Awards to Defence & Police Personnel
President Droupadi Murmu conferred 51 gallantry awards (7 Kirti Chakras, 15 Vir Chakras, and 29 Shaurya Chakras) during Phase-I of the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

• Posthumous Winners: Six awards were given posthumously (2 Kirti Chakras, 3 Vir Chakras, and 1 Shaurya Chakra) for unparalleled bravery.
• Gaganyaan Astronaut: IAF Air Commodore Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, selected for India’s Gaganyaan mission, was awarded the Kirti Chakra for his contributions as a backup astronaut for the Axiom-4 ISS mission.

Obituary

Veteran Tamil Filmmaker & Padma Shri Awardee Bharathiraja Passes Away
Legendary Tamil filmmaker, actor, and Padma Shri awardee Bharathiraja (born Chinnasamy) passed away at the age of 85 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

• Film Career: Made his directorial debut with 16 Vayathinile (1977) and directed over 40 films across Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema.
• Awards & Honours: Conferred the Padma Shri in 2004. He also won six National Film Awards, three Filmfare Awards South, and multiple Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.

Important Days at a Glance

Current Affairs 11 June 2026 Oneliner Question Answer

1. Which survey released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare highlighted key health and nutrition gains in India?
Answer: National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6).

2. Which institution served as the nodal agency for NFHS-6?
Answer: International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai.

3. Which Union Minister launched the Land Port Management System (LPMS) 'VINIMAY'?
Answer: Amit Shah.

4. LPMS 'VINIMAY' was developed by which organization?
Answer: Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI).

5. Which three foreign universities received approval to establish campuses in India?
Answer: University of Bristol, University of York, and University of New South Wales (UNSW).

6. Which Union Minister issued the Letters of Approval to the three foreign universities?
Answer: Dharmendra Pradhan.

7. What is the total outlay of the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G)?
Answer: ₹1.25 lakh crore.

8. From which date will the VB-G RAM G initiative come into effect?
Answer: 1 July 2026.

9. Which Acting President of Venezuela visited India in June 2026?
Answer: Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez.

10. Which Union Minister approved the 250 MW Solar-BESS Project on defence land in Sitapur?
Answer: Rajnath Singh.

11. Which city became the first under India's Easy Connect model for international travel?
Answer: Varanasi.

12. Which airline will operate the Easy Connect service on the Varanasi–Delhi route?
Answer: Air India.

13. Which fintech company received NPCI certification as a Biller Operating Unit (BOU) under BBPS?
Answer: Viyona Fintech India Private Limited.

14. Which company partnered with Reliance Industries to develop a 168 MW AI-enabled data centre in Jamnagar?
Answer: Meta Platforms Inc.

15. How many gallantry awards were conferred by President Droupadi Murmu during Phase-I of the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026?
Answer: 51 gallantry awards.

16. Which Gaganyaan astronaut was awarded the Kirti Chakra in 2026?
Answer: Air Commodore Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair.

17. Which investment fund sold a 3.65% stake in Capital Small Finance Bank in June 2026?
Answer: Oman India Joint Investment Fund II (OIJIF II).

18. Which veteran Tamil filmmaker passed away in June 2026?
Answer: Bharathiraja.

19. International Archives Day is observed every year on which date?
Answer: 9 June.

20. What is the theme of International Archives Week 2026?
Answer: “#ArchivesForJustice: Rights, Memory & Futures.”

21. International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations is observed annually on which date?
Answer: 10 June.

22. In which year was the first International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations observed?
Answer: 2025.

23. Which state signed an MoA with CSIR-CRRI for an Urban Road Greening and Dust Mitigation Project?
Answer: Haryana.

24. Which state government and the European Union launched the Blue Valley Cluster?
Answer: Assam.

25. Which sectors are primarily promoted under the Blue Valley Cluster?
Answer: Flavours, Fragrances, and AYUSH sectors.