Current Affairs for Competitive Exams: 12 June 2026, Daily Roundup
Current Affairs – 12 June 2026
National Affairs
1. 10 Years of PMSMA Celebrated: Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda launched a nationwide campaign marking 10 years of the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) under the theme: “10 Years of PMSMA – A Decade of Care”
Key Highlights:
- Special ₹75 commemorative coin and ₹5 postal stamp released
- Focus on free and quality antenatal care (ANC) for pregnant women on the 9th of every month
- Scheme aims to reduce Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in India
2. PLI Scheme for Textiles Expanded: The Ministry of Textiles approved 22 new applicants under Round-3 of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme.
Key Facts:
- Total approved companies: 96
- Fresh investment: ₹2,339 crore
- Expected turnover: ₹15,561 crore
- Expected jobs: 36,217
- Focus sectors: Man-Made Fibre (MMF) and Technical Textiles
3. India’s Renewable Energy Growth: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said India’s renewable energy sector has become one of the fastest-growing clean energy success stories globally.
4. LVM3 Rocket to be Opened for the Private Sector: India’s heaviest rocket, LVM3, used in the Chandrayaan-3 Moon Mission, may soon be transferred partly to the private sector for manufacturing and operations.
5. Manipur Signs Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 Agreement: The Manipur Government signed an MoU with the Ministry of Jal Shakti for the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 to improve rural drinking water supply.
6. Ahmedabad Metro Phase-2A Approved: The Union Cabinet approved Phase 2(A) of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project.
Key Details:
- Extension: Koteshwar Road to Ahmedabad Airport
- Length: 6.03 km
- Cost: ₹2,169 crore
7. Project Ganga in Uttar Pradesh: UP launched Project Ganga to provide high-speed internet connectivity to 20 lakh rural households.
Objectives:
- Improve digital education
- Promote telemedicine
- Strengthen e-governance
- Create over 1 lakh jobs
8. Amarnath Yatra Preparations Reviewed: J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha reviewed preparations for the Shri Amarnath Yatra, starting from 3 July 2026.
International Current Affairs
1. India Summons US Diplomat Over Maritime Attacks: India summoned the US Deputy Chief of Mission after repeated attacks on merchant ships carrying Indian crew near Oman amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
India raised concerns over:
- Safety of Indian seafarers
- Freedom of navigation
- Escalating regional conflict
2. India–Slovakia Diplomatic Visit: The MEA finalised preparations for PM Modi’s Slovakia visit (14–16 June) — the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister since Slovakia became independent in 1993.
3. India–Mauritius Labour Mobility: Minister Jayant Chaudhary flagged off 14 Indian skilled workers to Mauritius under a government labour mobility framework.
4. India at the International Labour Conference: India participated in the 114th International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, highlighting inclusive growth, labour welfare, and gender equality.
5. India–ASEAN Engagement: MEA Secretary Rudrendra Tandon represented India at the ASEAN Regional Forum meeting in Manila.
Global Geopolitical Crisis
1. West Asia Conflict Intensifies: Tensions increased in West Asia after Iran launched retaliatory strikes on US bases following attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.
2. Possible US–Iran Ceasefire: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi indicated that a possible US–Iran ceasefire agreement is close to finalisation.
3. Afghanistan Condemns Pakistan Airstrikes: Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai criticised Pakistan for airstrikes in Afghan provinces that reportedly killed civilians.
Defence
1. ₹449 Crore Defence Deal for Indian Navy: The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹449 crore contract with Accord Software & Systems, Bengaluru for 20 Enhanced Capability GNSS Jammers for the Indian Navy.
Importance:
- 75% indigenous content
- Protects naval systems from satellite tracking and enemy navigation signals
2. Army’s Artillery Modernisation Plan: The Indian Army plans to procure 300+ K9 Vajra self-propelled howitzers under a ₹23,000 crore modernisation programme.
3. Sudarshan Chakra Air Defence Vision: India plans deployment of 10 S-400 missile squadrons and 5 Project Kusha squadrons to strengthen long-range air defence.
4. Zorawar Light Tank: The indigenous Zorawar Light Tank is expected to join the Army by 2028–29, specially designed for high-altitude Himalayan warfare.
Science & Technology
1. GMRT Discovers Five New Pulsars: Scientists at NCRA Pune discovered five new millisecond pulsars using the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) in Maharashtra.
Importance:
Pulsars help scientists study:
- Gravitational waves
- Space-time physics
- Neutron stars
2. Research Facility at IIT Gandhinagar: Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated a new Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) and research centres to promote deep-tech innovation and indigenous manufacturing.
3. El Niño Officially Declared: The US NOAA and Japan Meteorological Agency officially declared the onset of El Niño.
Impact on India:
- Possible weak or uneven monsoon
- Risk to Kharif crop sowing
- Could increase food inflation
4. NASA Announces Artemis III Crew: NASA announced the crew for the Artemis III Mission, which will test lunar landers from SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Sports
1. Australian Open Badminton: PV Sindhu and Tanvi Sharma entered the second round of women’s singles at the Australian Open in Sydney.
2. FIFA World Cup 2026 Update: The tournament has officially kicked off at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Newsonair. Co-host Canada recently drew 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina in a Group B clash. ( 48 teams, 16 host cities, Hosted jointly by USA, Mexico, and Canada)
Global Observance Day
World Day Against Child Labour: Observed globally on 12 June 2026 under the United Nations mandate. The day focused on raising awareness and mobilizing cross-border efforts to completely eliminate child labour.
Miscellaneous One-Liners Current Affairs
- Uttar Pradesh: Invest UP and Invest India signed an agreement to boost FDI inflows.
- Northeast: MHA plans gradual withdrawal of AFSPA from peaceful areas by mid-2027.
- RBI: Eased lending norms for REITs and InvITs through Third Amendment Directions, 2026.
- Microfinance: Government extended the CGSMFI-2.0 scheme till 31 August 2026.
- Kerala: Approved Priyadarshini Scheme for free bus travel for women and transgender persons from 15 June.
- Punjab: Centre assured sufficient urea supply for Kharif 2026.
- Rajasthan: Approved ₹1,359 crore NH-62 Nagaur–Bikaner four-lane project.
- Madhya Pradesh: Removed the two-child norm for government jobs.
- Tripura: Forest department seized illegally cut timber during anti-smuggling drives.
