Current Affairs 06 June 2026
National Affairs
CCEA Approves 4 Major National Highway Projects Worth Over ₹24,249 Crore Across 4 States
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved 4 major National Highway (NH) projects worth ₹24,249 crore across 4 states, spanning over 700 km, aimed at enhancing regional connectivity, easing congestion, and bolstering logistics integration under the PM GatiShakti-National Master Plan (PMGS-NMP).
| State | Project | Length | Cost | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Odisha | New coastal highway connecting Rameshwar–Paradeep | 160.18 km | ₹8,300.79 crore | HAM |
| Madhya Pradesh | Upgradation of NH-347B (Hiwarkhedi–Ashapur–Rudhy + Deshgaon–Julwaniya widening to 4 lanes) + 16.20 km greenfield bypass in Khargone district | 233.653 km | ₹4,415.60 crore | HAM |
| Telangana | Widening of Armoor–Jagtial–Mancherial (NH-63) & Jagtial–Karimnagar (NH-563) to 4-lane standards | 190.76 km | ₹7,597.16 crore | HAM + BOT (Toll) |
| Bihar | Upgradation of Khagaria–Purnea (NH-31 & NH-231) to 4-lane + 6.729 km greenfield Purnea city bypass | 143.529 km | ₹3,936.05 crore | BOT (Toll) |
India Joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing; Gains Access to Claude Mythos AI
India joined 'Project Glasswing', a global cybersecurity initiative led by Anthropic PBC, gaining access to Claude Mythos AI, an advanced AI model designed to identify software vulnerabilities and strengthen cyber defences for critical infrastructure.
Overview — Claude Mythos AI: An AI-powered security auditor that analyses large software codebases, detects vulnerabilities, identifies security weaknesses, generates remediation patches, and can uncover flaws at a scale beyond traditional tools, including decades-old vulnerabilities.
Coverage: The expansion includes Canada, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Sweden, India, Japan, South Korea, UK, USA, NATO, ENISA, along with organisations such as Okta, Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, SK Telecom, Euroclear, Intercontinental Exchange, and SWIFT.
India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory Launched in New Delhi
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Ministry of Mines (MoM) & Ministry of Coal, and Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, UK, jointly launched the India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) in New Delhi, Delhi.
Observatory — Joint Platform Led By:
| Entity | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| Technology Innovation in Exploration & Mining Foundation (TEXMiN) | A TTRP under DST, MoS&T, at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand |
| University of Cambridge | United Kingdom |
Objective: Strengthens India's critical mineral supply chain intelligence and evidence-based policymaking through India–UK collaboration to build resilient, secure, and diversified mineral value chains.
PFRDA Introduces 'StAR NPS Platform' for Digital Onboarding of Subscribers
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), under MoF, launched 'StAR NPS' platform, a new digital onboarding solution developed by Bombay Stock Exchange Limited (BSE) Technologies Private Limited (BTPL) to streamline the subscriber registration process for the National Pension System (NPS).
StAR NPS: Technology-enabled assisted onboarding for NPS subscribers via Points of Presence (PoPs) and their network of pension agents. Eligible: Resident Indian individuals aged 18 to 85 years.
Regulatory Sandbox Framework: Also introduced, effective from 2 June 2026, enabling controlled testing of innovative pension-sector solutions before wider adoption.
| Applicant Type | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| PFRDA-registered intermediaries | Eligible to apply |
| Non-registered entities (including fintechs) | Minimum net worth of ₹10 lakh; cannot handle subscriber contributions, funds, or data |
Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Announces ANRF-Backed Portal to Strengthen Research & Innovation Ecosystem
Union MoS (IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh, MoS&T and MoES, announced a digital portal supported by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to strengthen scientific research and innovation, during a joint review meeting of all science Ministries in New Delhi, Delhi.
Capacity Building: The portal serves as a key capacity-building platform for researchers and young innovators offering structured support in scientific writing, publication processes, IP protection, and patent-related procedures.
Aim: Provide training and support in patent filing, research paper writing, scientific publishing, and intellectual property protection for researchers, students, startups, and innovators across India.
About ANRF: Established under the ANRF Act, 2023; India's apex research funding body. Presided over by the Prime Minister (PM) of India; administered by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), MoS&T.
Awards & Recognitions
17 Projects Selected for National Awards for e-Governance 2026
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), under MoPPG&P, announced the 29th National Awards for Electronic Governance (NAeG) 2026, selecting 17 projects and initiatives across 7 award categories.
The 29th NAeG 2026 recognise excellence across seven categories, including the Gram Panchayat category for strengthening grassroots service delivery through digitisation. The award ceremony will be held in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Award Incentives:
| Category | Incentives |
|---|---|
| Gold Awardee | Trophy, Certificate & ₹10 lakh |
| Silver Awardee | Trophy, Certificate & ₹5 lakh |
Awards given to Central Ministries, States, UTs, districts, organisations, and Gram Panchayats for implementing projects or addressing resource gaps in public welfare.
Major Prabhat Mishra of IA Wins Two Major Awards at USA Army CGSOC Graduation
Major Prabhat Mishra of the Indian Army (IA)'s 22 Kumaon Regiment received the Birrer-Brookes Award for Outstanding MMAS Thesis and the General Douglas MacArthur Military Leadership Writing Award during the graduation ceremony of the USA Army Command and General Staff Officer Course (CGSOC), Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, USA.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Rank Among 1,185 Officers | 4th (top 1%) |
| Distinction | First Indian officer to simultaneously win both awards and receive the Golden Pen Award for scholarly excellence |
| Thesis Title | "India's Pursuit of Military Strategic Autonomy in a Multipolar World" |
| Graduates | 951 graduates, including 120 international officers from 92 countries |
About CGSOC: A 10-month professional military education programme for mid-career officers focused on senior leadership, command, staff responsibilities, military arts and science, strategic leadership, and professional writing.
Appointments & Resignations
ACC Appoints Neelkanth Mishra as ED of World Bank
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of economist Neelkanth Mishra as Executive Director (ED) of the World Bank (WB) for a three-year tenure.
ACC also approved a one-year tenure extension for Tarun Kapoor as Advisor to PM in the PMO, effective from June 10, 2026.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Parameswaran Iyer (1981-batch retired IAS officer, UP cadre) — tenure extended until Mishra assumes office |
| Current Roles | Chief Economist at Axis Bank; Head of Global Research & Whole-Time Director at Axis Capital |
| Previous Career | Nearly two decades at Credit Suisse — Co-Head of Asia Pacific Strategy and India Strategist |
Acquisitions & Mergers
SoftBank Sells 3.25% Stake in Lenskart for ₹2,873 Crore
Japan-based investment giant SoftBank Group, through its affiliate SoftBank Vision Fund II (SVF II) Lightbulb (Cayman) Ltd, divested a 3.25% stake in Lenskart Solutions by selling 5.65 crore shares through an open market transaction on the NSE.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shares Sold | 5.65 crore |
| Average Price | ₹508.55 per share |
| Total Transaction Value | ₹2,873.30 crore |
| SoftBank's Stake Post-Sale | Declined from 13.13% to 9.88% |
| Returns | ~7x returns — making Lenskart one of SoftBank's most successful India investments |
Key Acquirers: WhiteOak Capital MF, Mirae Asset MF, Kotak MF, Canara Robeco MF, ICICI Prudential MF, HDFC Life Insurance, Goldman Sachs, Fidelity, and other global investment entities.
Science & Technology
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri Launches India's First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle by Maruti Suzuki
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, MoPNG, launched India's first passenger Flex-Fuel Vehicle (FFV), the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, capable of running on ethanol-petrol blends from E20 to E100, advancing India's ethanol-based mobility.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, MoRTH, also launched Hero MotoCorp Limited's first flex-fuel motorcycles — Splendor+ Flex Fuel and HF Deluxe Flex Fuel — in New Delhi, Delhi.
Technology: Advanced Engine Control Unit (ECU), modified fuel-system components, optimized injection mapping, and a cold-start system adapting to varying ethanol concentrations.
Standards: E85 designated as the mono-fuel standard for FFVs under BIS specifications; ethanol-based FFVs classified as Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) by NITI Aayog due to near-zero particulate matter (PM) emissions.
Sports
Indian Wicketkeeper-Batter KS Bharat Announces Retirement from International Cricket
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Kona Srikar Bharat (KS Bharat) announced retirement from international cricket after a seven-Test career to pursue opportunities in overseas T20 leagues, in line with BCCI regulations.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| International Career | 7 Test matches (2023–2024); 221 runs; 19 dismissals |
| Key Appearances | 2023 WTC Final; stand-in wicketkeeper during 2021 Kanpur Test vs New Zealand |
| Domestic Highlight | First wicketkeeper-batter to score a triple century in the Ranji Trophy — unbeaten 308 vs Goa (2015) for Andhra |
| IPL Career | DC, RCB, GT & KKR; won IPL 2024 title with KKR |
Obituary
Former Lok Sabha Secretary General Subhash C. Kashyap Passes Away
Noted Constitutional expert, renowned author, and former Secretary-General of the Lok Sabha, Subhash C. Kashyap, passed away at the age of 97 in New Delhi, Delhi. Born on May 10, 1929, at Chandpur, Bijnor district, United Provinces (present-day UP).
Awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2015 in the field of Public Affairs.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Parliamentary Roles | Joined Parliament Secretariat in 1953; Secretary General of the 7th, 8th & 9th Lok Sabhas (1983–1990); 35+ years of parliamentary association |
| Other Roles | Member & Drafting Committee Chairman of the NCRWC (2000–2002); honorary constitutional advisor on Panchayati Raj reforms; appointed to the high-level committee on One Nation, One Election (2023) |
| Literature | Authored over 100 books on India's political system, Constitution & parliamentary procedures |
Veteran Film Producer & Former CBFC Chairman Pahlaj Nihalani Passes Away at 76
Veteran film producer and former CBFC Chairman Pahlaj Nihalani passed away at the age of 76 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Born on 10 January 1950 in Karachi, Sindh (present-day Pakistan).
Career: Began film production with Haathkadi (1982). Gained recognition for producing Ilzaam (1986) — marking Govinda's debut, and Aag Hi Aag (1987) — introducing Chunky Panday.
Industry Leadership: Served as President of the Association of Motion Pictures and TV Programme Producers for several years.
CBFC Chairperson: January 2015 to August 2017.
Books & Authors
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Book "When Audit Matters" Edited by Former CAG Vinod Rai
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Important Days at a Glance
| Date | Event | Key Theme / Significance |
|---|---|---|
| June 5 | International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing | Adopted via UNGA Resolution A/RES/72/72 (December 2017); also declared 2022 as IYAFA. First observed on 5 June 2018. Organised by FAO. June 5 marks the entry into force of the Port State Measures Agreement (PSMA) in 2016 — the first legally binding global treaty to combat IUU fishing. |
| June 5 | International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD) | 2026 Slogan: "Alert Today, Safe Tomorrow". Launched as the European Level Crossing Awareness Day on 25 June 2009 across 28 European countries. Expanded globally under the International Union of Railways (UIC). Incorporated into the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety in 2010. ILCAD 2026 & TRESPAD 2026 conferences held June 9–11, 2026 at UIC HQ, Paris, France. |
State News
Tamil Nadu Inks ₹18,600 Crore Investment Pact with L&T for Three Major Projects
The Government of Tamil Nadu (TN) signed an MoU with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) to invest ₹18,600 crore in three major projects.
Signed in the presence of CM C. Joseph Vijay and SN Subrahmanyan, CMD of L&T, at the Secretariat in Chennai, TN.
| Project | Location | Investment | Jobs | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Centre Expansion | Kancheepuram, TN | ₹15,000 crore | 500 | AI, cloud computing & data storage infrastructure |
| Electronics & Electronic Systems Manufacturing | Coimbatore, TN | ₹2,500 crore | ~2,000 | Electronics production |
| Kattupalli Shipyard Expansion | Tiruvallur district, TN | ₹1,100 crore | ~5,700 | Maritime infrastructure & offshore wind energy supply chain |
Significance: The first major industrial investment pact signed by the new TN government; supports the state's vision of becoming a USD 1.5 trillion economy by 2036.
Current Affairs 06 June 2026 Oneliner Question Answer
1. Which committee approved four major National Highway projects worth over ₹24,249 crore in June 2026?
Answer: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).
2. How many states are covered under the four newly approved National Highway projects?
Answer: Four states.
3. Which global cybersecurity initiative did India join to access Claude Mythos AI?
Answer: Project Glasswing.
4. Which AI model provides advanced software vulnerability detection under Project Glasswing?
Answer: Claude Mythos AI.
5. Which two countries jointly launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO)?
Answer: India and the United Kingdom (UK).
6. Which Union Minister launched the India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory?
Answer: G. Kishan Reddy.
7. Which authority launched the 'StAR NPS' digital onboarding platform?
Answer: Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).
8. StAR NPS was developed by which company?
Answer: BSE Technologies Private Limited (BTPL).
9. Which Union Minister announced the ANRF-backed portal to strengthen research and innovation?
Answer: Dr. Jitendra Singh.
10. The ANRF functions under which Act?
Answer: ANRF Act, 2023.
11. How many projects were selected for the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026?
Answer: 17 projects.
12. What is the cash incentive for the Gold Award under the National Awards for e-Governance 2026?
Answer: ₹10 lakh.
13. Which Indian Army officer won two major awards at the USA Army CGSOC graduation?
Answer: Major Prabhat Mishra.
14. Which regiment does Major Prabhat Mishra belong to?
Answer: 22 Kumaon Regiment.
15. Who was appointed as the Executive Director of the World Bank by the ACC?
Answer: Neelkanth Mishra.
16. Which investment firm sold a 3.25% stake in Lenskart in June 2026?
Answer: SoftBank Group.
17. Which company launched India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle?
Answer: Maruti Suzuki.
18. What is the name of India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle?
Answer: Maruti Suzuki Wagon R.
19. Which Indian cricketer announced his retirement from international cricket in June 2026?
Answer: K. S. Bharat.
20. Which domestic cricket team did K. S. Bharat represent?
Answer: Andhra.
21. Which noted constitutional expert and former Lok Sabha Secretary-General passed away in June 2026?
Answer: Subhash C. Kashyap.
22. Which former CBFC Chairman passed away in June 2026?
Answer: Pahlaj Nihalani.
23. International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing is observed on which date?
Answer: 5 June.
24. Which UN agency leads the observance of the International Day for the Fight Against IUU Fishing?
Answer: Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
25. International Level Crossing Awareness Day is observed every year on which date?
Answer: 5 June.
26. What is the slogan of International Level Crossing Awareness Day 2026?
Answer: "Alert Today, Safe Tomorrow".
27. Which state signed a ₹18,600 crore investment pact with Larsen & Toubro (L&T)?
Answer: Tamil Nadu.
28. What is the total investment committed by L&T in Tamil Nadu under the new MoU?
Answer: ₹18,600 crore.
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